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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Intriguing time-travel book,
This review is from: Tara: Initiate of Heliopolis (Paperback)
It's easy to say what ancient peoples believed and/or deserved -- but what if you actually were there?That's the question of "Tara: Initiate of Heliopolis." Upon discovery of a piece of old papyrus, Tara is sent back in time, to ancient Egypt. The heroine becomes enmeshed in the politics of the time -- also, she's thought to be a prophet, since she knows their future. Between giving advice, she befriends a young woman named Nannora. The idea of a modern person in ancient times has become a screaming cliche in books and television alike, but every now and then an author pulls it off with style. There were some definitely cringe-worthy passages in this book, but Tara adapts better to the Egyptian life better and more believably than the usual time-traveller. The writing style is a bit stark, but it's certainly not bad. The heroine is basically the average teen, which is also a bit cliched, but her lack of in-your-face attitude saves her from mediocrity. The historical background and intriguing storyline of this book definitely make it worth the while of any kid who stumbles on it. |
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Tara: Initiate of Heliopolis by Theresa Welsh (Paperback - August 31, 2000)
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