(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Isabel Greenberg. The mysterious life and death of King Tut and the story of Howard Carter's 1922 discovery of Tut's tomb are recounted in an engaging narrative. The majority of the book focuses on Carter's excavation and what was learned from the site. Greenberg's colorful, stylized illustrations recall the hybrid 2D/3D aesthetic of ancient Egyptian artwork, even in their depiction of modern people.

Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo

(2) K-3 Illustrated by Boris Kulikov. Fern shares with readers the life of archaeologist Carter--his boyhood fascination with all things Egyptian, his dreams of one day finding a mummy (he eventually discovered Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922), and his dedicated self-study of Egyptology--emphasizing his painstaking attention to detail throughout. Kulikov's mixed-media illustrations, which reflect the hues of the Egyptian desert, beautifully complement and extend the text, incorporating occasional comedic touches. Bib.

Reviewer: Betty Carter | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2018

(3) 4-6 Following the events of Tut: The Story of My Immortal Life, immortal teen pharaoh Tutankhamun searches modern-day DC for his "brother" Gilgamesh; he finds that Gil has been kidnapped by Egyptian god Apep, who plans to "cast the world into eternal darkness." The story effectively blends humor and action and is enhanced by Tut's deep emotional investment in rescuing Gil. Games appended. Glos.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Egypt's Ancient Secrets series. This series about ancient Egyptian culture focuses on things related to death: tombs, mummies, and monuments. While that may sound morbid, color photographs and illustrations in bright, eye-catching layouts offer an enticing entry point into this part of the culture. However, the repetitive nature of the topic and reuse of some graphics and information across the series are drawbacks. Reading list. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers the following Egypt's Ancient Secrets titles: Ghost Ship, The Great Pyramid, King Tut, The Sphinx, Tomb Robbers, and Valley of the Golden Mummies.

Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo

(4) 4-6 Explore 360 series. Illustrated by Somchith Vongprachanh. Readers learn about ancient Egypt through the lens of the life, death, entombment, and archaeological discovery of the famous Egyptian pharaoh. While the book provides a wealth of information and historical background, Tutankhamun-specific discussion only appears midway through. A multitude of pictures, text boxes, and sidebars make the pages feel cluttered but are nonetheless valuable for bringing the history to life.

Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo

(4) 4-6 Horace J. Edwards and the Time Keepers series. After his grandfather unexpectedly dies, Horace's grandmother mysteriously instructs him to "find the key and help the boy." When a stranger gives Horace a stone scarab beetle that allows him to travel to ancient Egypt, Horace discovers that the future King Tut is in trouble. While the time-travel and magical components of this middle-grade adventure are lackluster, the historical elements are fascinating and insightful.

Reviewer: Grace Enriquez

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Allen Garns. Hassan, an Egyptian boy, joins Howard Carter's dig to locate King Tut's tomb, but the project's Egyptian foreman doesn't trust this grandson of tomb robbers. Hassan exudes determination, but his personal motivation for wanting to work on the dig isn't clear. Each of the pages is awash in color, with a full-page illustration and spot art on every spread. An author's note gives historical context.

Reviewer: Amy Lois Cohn

(4) 4-6 Tombquest series. In their third adventure, Alex and friends return to Egypt to continue searching for Alex's mother and ancient magic scrolls--while also trying to banish the Death Walkers his mom accidentally summoned. The sinister Order seems to know their plans in advance; can Alex uncover the traitor before it's too late? Despite a formulaic structure, this book (with online component) offers an action-packed mystery.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(3) 4-6 Granted immortality by Osiris, teenage King Tutankhamun has roamed the earth for millennia and now leads a quiet life in Washington, DC. When another immortal, his treacherous uncle Horemheb, seeks to murder Tut to please the god of chaos, the "boy king" must decide how to avenge his family without becoming a killer himself. A winning mix of myth, action, and humor. Glos.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(3) YA Digging Up the Past series. Archaeological sites and finds are explored in this series, which touches on scientific, cultural, legal, and political implications of the discoveries; research; and preservation. Sidebars expand the thorough main text, while ample photographs of excavations and artifacts will spur the curiosity of readers with interest in ancient civilizations or archaeology. Solid bases for further study. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Digging Up the Past titles: Chaco Canyon, �-tzi the Iceman, Machu Picchu, and King Tut's Tomb.

Reviewer: Miriam Lang Budin