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Friday Finds (July 17)
July 17th, 2009
Friday Finds is hosted by MizB from Should Be Reading and it asks us ‘what great books did you hear about/discover this past week?
Here is my find for the week…
Sphinx’s Princess by Esther Friesner is being released by Random House for Young Readers on September 22, 2009. Here’s a bit about it from Random House…
Nefertiti was far more than just a pretty face.
Nefertiti may be the dutiful daughter of a commoner, but her inquisitive mind often gets her into situations that are far from ordinary, like receiving secret lessons from a scribe. And she’s the kind of girl who acts first, and apologizes later whenever she witnesses injustice or cruelty. But she is also extraordinarily beautiful. And news of her striking beauty and impulsive behavior attracts the attention of her aunt, the manipulative Queen Tiye, who sees Nefertiti as an ideal pawn in her desire for power. Even though Nefertiti is taken from her beloved family and forced into a life filled with courtly intrigue and danger, her spirit and mind will not rest. She continues to challenge herself and the boundaries of ancient Egyptian society. Esther Friesner offers readers another fresh new look at an iconic figure—blending historical fiction and mythology in a thrilling concoction.
I became fascinated with Nefertiti when I read Michelle Moran’s book Nefertiti, and this one sounds really good too. I’d love to read it. How about you – what did you find this Friday? Leave me a comment or share with me your link.
I like the sound of this!
This one does look good Dar. I haven't read that one by Michelle Moran yet either, but I am definitely planning on it. Thanks for sharing this one.
great find, and pretty cover!
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This DOES sound like a good book!
Nice find. Sounds like a wonderful book about a very intriguing character. I don't read much YA fiction, but I might have to look for this one.
I can't say that this historical period interests me that much, although I've only heard great things about Moran's books, so maybe I should give it a try!
It's nice to see some historical fiction for the YA audience.
This sounds like a great read and what a fantastic cover — have a great weekend.
Looks awesome!
Sounds good!
This is different from anything else that I usually read and it sounds interesting! I want to check out the book by Michelle Moran too. Great find!
That's a great find, Dar! I've been wanting to read Moran's book too and this sounds just as good! Have a great weekend!
Oooh…you always find such great sounding books!
That one sounds pretty interesting and there hasn't been a lot of YA in regards to Nefertiti.
It sounds good and the cover is lovely.
Beautiful cover, and it sounds like the type of book both my 14 year old daughter and I could read and enjoy.
Thanks to all for stopping by my Friday Finds!
Great find, Dar!
I never got around reading Nefertiti! I really wish to read it! It had such great reviews!