The Kane Chronicles: The Throne of Fire
by Rick Riordan
For
those of you new to the series by Rick Riordan, take some time to check
it out. This is the second book in the series based on Egyptian Gods
and Goddesses told in a way only Rick Riordan can do. His storytelling
and plot lines lead us, as readers to a realm few will ever be able to
visit. Brother and sister Carter and Sadie Kane learned in book one
several reasons why their parents split them apart, moved them around
the world and ultimately died/disappeared for them. In this
installment, the two head out on a journey to assist in the rise of Ra,
the Sun God and prevent the rise of Apophis. The siblings meet some
characters along the way, but the characters are truly likeable. Bes
is a fantastic character and becomes truly liked by the books end. The
connections to Egyptology, Gods and Goddess and history are impeccable.
Kids can read this book and still learn about history. The characters
have headed on an amazing journey to stop Apophis and their quest is one
that I could read again. A few tips before you read the book,
definitely read book one, The Red Pyramid
first. It will help you know the characters and their reasoning for
being who they are and doing what they do. It is also a good idea to
note that the book is written in a different fashion than Percy
Jackson. There is a lot of monologue by the characters as each chapter
is a depiction of an event that took place. Riordan is very gifted in
his use of history to write a book.
