Review of Mithra

[Rebecca De Figueiredo]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Mithra" by John M. Rattenbury.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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MITHRA
Author: John M. Rattenbury

MITHRA by John M. Rattenbury is a captivating story that serves as a gateway to the intriguing world of Ancient Egyptian history. What sets it apart is the author's masterful blend of fiction with historically factual elements, offering young readers an engaging and educational experience. The allure of the ancient Egyptian ambience is bound to captivate them as they delve into a world of pyramids, pharaohs, emporiums and boats on the Nile.

Our heroine, Mithra, is a brave and typically headstrong fifteen-year-old with a strong sense of what is right. Her ancestry is a glorious mixture of different cultures, including Persian royalty. She is loyal to her followers and learns that she is of the revered Ptolemy line and, during the story, will travel with her magical sapphire and courageous friends to the place of her destiny. The Roman Empire was dominant at that time and relied heavily on Egypt's precious grain for survival. The Roman Emperor, Augustus, will wage war upon them if anything threatens this important grain supply. Will she evade the cruel Roman commander, Centurion Quintis Varus and his highly specialised Roman Legion? We cross our fingers that she will.

One of the book's strengths is its fluid and easy-to-read prose, courtesy of John Rattenbury. The sense of adventure is palpable, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Mithra's supporters, including a young boy, are not just characters, but brave and faithful companions. The book also immerses readers in the world of Ancient Egypt, with its exotic scents, sacred temples, and the lovely moment when Mithra lays eyes on the pyramids for the first time, known to the people of Memphis as 'The Three Kings'.

This perfectly edited and thankfully sex-free book would be a perfect gift for a young teen or child, introducing them to the joys of ancient history and a compelling tale. I have no negative comments, so I am awarding it five out of five stars.

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