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Mirany is a Bearer and serves her god, but has doubts of his existence. Which is not good when the death of old Archon, god-on-earth, thrusts her into a terrifying quest with only a mad musician and a tomb-robbing scribe as allies.
Quick Summary
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to be stuck between believing in something and seriously doubting it exists, this is the book for you. Mirany is a Bearer basically a priestess who serves a god she's not sure she even believes in anymore, and when the old Archon dies, she gets thrown into a dangerous quest to find his successor. The ancient Egypt setting feels real and atmospheric without being stuffy, and her two unlikely companions (a crazy musician and a tomb-robbing scribe) keep things funny even when things get tense. It's got that perfect mix of mystery, adventure, and moments that'll make you think about faith and friendship in a way that doesn't feel preachy. Kids who like quests, ancient mysteries, or protagonists who have to be brave even when they're scared will probably tear through this one. Fans of "The Golem's Eye" or other middle-grade fantasy adventures with real stakes will find a lot to love here too.