The Jewel Fish of Karnak

by Graeme Base

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Two thieves, caught stealing from an Egyptian market, are brought before the Cat Pharaoh, who agrees to pardon them if they bring back a treasure that was stolen from her, without taking anything else and without getting the precious Jewel Fish wet.

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This was a fun book. It mentioned a couple of specific ancient Egyptian terms and places, and it gave a feel for ancient Egypt, but otherwise it's a pretty fun fluff book. The games mentioned at the back of the book online were a big hit with the kids. (

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The Indie Book Award (Longlist – Children’s books – 2012)

Prime Minister's Literary Award (Shortlist – Children's Fiction – 2012)

Surrey Schools’ Picture Book of the Year (Winner – 2013)

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Two thieves, caught stealing from an Egyptian market, are brought before the Cat Pharaoh, who agrees to pardon them if they bring back a treasure that was stolen from her, without taking anything else and without getting the precious Jewel Fish wet.

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