Thirteen‑year‑old Maddie travels to Egypt with her grandparents while her family is going through a difficult time at home. During the trip, her grandfather is arrested after unknowingly carrying a 3,000-year-old relic linked to Queen Nefertari. Determined to clear his name, Maddie teams up with new friends to track down the smugglers responsible. As the mystery unfolds, she confronts danger, navigates unfamiliar environments, and learns that courage does not mean being fearless- it means continuing even when you are afraid.

Readers who loved the following books with find this book just as thrilling;

 ‘Scar town’ and ‘Cop and Robber’ by Tristran Bancks, are both thrilling stories that have real-life like events that throw the protagonist into some difficult circumstances. They can either sink or swim to get themselves out of trouble. One will also love the car chases and the sinister villains.

Maddie’s character arc has parallels to Morrigan Crow in Jessica Townsend’s ‘Nevermoor’ series. Morrigan is born into a loveless family but slowly realises that friendship can also bring a sense of belonging and love.

Maddie’s anxiety attacks are comparable to Harriet Manners in Holly Smale’s ‘Geek Girl’. Harriet’s anxiety is triggered by events, but it is her ability and techniques to conquer those fears is her strength.