Secret of the Time Tablets (Cleopatra in Space #3)

by Mike Maihack

Overview

Cleo and her friends journey from Yasiro Academy to the city of Hykosis, where some of the most notorious thieves and assassins live. They're in search of information about the time tablets that could determine Cleo's fate -- whether she wants them to or not. But the group is separated when Xaius Octavian's fleet attacks their ship, and Cleo and Akila are on their own until they run into an old nemesis. Will Cleo find the information she needs and get out of Hykosis alive?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780545838689
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	04/26/2016
Series:	Cleopatra in Space , #3
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.80(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Editorial Reviews

It's not easy being a time-traveling savior from Ancient Egypt, but fifteen-year-old Cleopatra handles the role with her characteristic boldness. In book three of the "Cleopatra in Space" graphic novel series, Cleo and her friends must deal with a number of challenges, such as facing their most powerful enemy, Octavian. The story starts right in the middle of the action, with Octavian's fleet surrounding Cleo's spaceship. After a space battle, the crew has no choice but to make an emergency landing on Hykosis. Cleo and her friend Akila enter Hykosis City, where they team up with the bounty hunter Antony, who proves to be a valuable ally. As the action-packed plot charges forward, Cleo and her friends end up in a standoff against Octavian. When Cleo discovers a dark truth about the prophecy relating to her, she faces an uncertain fate. Will Cleo stay and help the others or will she return to her own time? The final confrontation will leave her and her friends forever changed. The story is packed with science-fiction imagery on every panel, with spaceships, aliens and other futuristic details adding to the atmosphere. Cleopatra is a brave yet impulsive heroine, and the supporting characters are likewise well developed. This installment is a thrilling addition to the series and will leave readers wanting the next one. Reviewer: Lisa Czirr; Ages 8 to 12.

Children's Literature - Lisa Czirr

05/01/2016
Gr 4–7—Dreaming of her childhood friend Gozi, in which he appears as a hostile Egyptian god, Cleo is rudely awakened to face a dire situation. Octavian and an entire fleet of Xerx warriors surround the spaceship. Managing to escape, Cleo then devises tricky entry into the barbarous city of Hykosis, where she and Akila meet up with Antony, the sword thief. Forced to rely on one another, they warily join forces to find the time tablets Cleo needs. The tension among the three is readily apparent, although there are humorous and heartwarming moments, too. As with the two previous titles, the images, verbal sound effects, and enterprising plot create a rewarding comic narrative that weaves together the past and the future. Fans of Star Wars and Egyptian mythology will particularly enjoy this intriguing tale. VERDICT An exciting, humorous, and satisfying conclusion to Cleo's fate. Purchase where previous volumes are popular.—Gaye Hinchliff, King County Library System, WA

School Library Journal

Praise for the Cleopatra in Space series:

"Cleo is a fun, fearless heroine -- I'd love to explore the galaxy with her!" -- Raina Telgemeier, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Smile

*"Maihack's characters, both human and nonhuman, are diverse, expressive, and visually distinct." -- School Library Journal, starred review

"Cleo's easygoing confidence makes her a likable... heroine, but the real star of the graphic novel is Maihack's art. The cinematic paneling during action sequences skillfully conveys Cleo's vivacity and flair." -- Kirkus Reviews

"A delight, with its exciting layout of a futuristic Egypt complete with cool pyramid skyscrapers." -- Booklist

"Cleopatra smoothly slips into the role of confident, wisecracking, baddie-dispatching hero, and the supporting cast falls neatly into place as well." -- Publishers Weekly

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