Ra the Mighty ― Cat Detective of Pharaoh's Court

Starring an egotistical royal cat and his scarab-beetle sidekick, this hilarious illustrated novel reads like Laurel and Hardy crossed with The Egypt Game.

Ra relishes his role as Pharaoh's beloved--and outrageously spoiled--cat. So when an amulet goes missing from the palace, Ra has no interest in solving the mystery. He would much rather enjoy his snacks and nap in the warm Egyptian sun. But Ra's friend Khepri, a wise and industrious scarab beetle, insists on investigating in order to save the young servant girl who has been framed for the crime. The comically mismatched duo is on the case!

Once Ra gets going, he decides that being a Great Detective isn't so bad; he certainly doesn't mind being hailed as "Protector of the Weak and Defender of Justice." But can a lazy cat and a dung-obsessed beetle really crack a mystery?

AMY BUTLER GREENFIELD is the author of many books, including A Perfect Red and the YA fantasy Chantress. She has won a PElbrand Award, the Veolia Prix du Livre Environnement, and a Beacon of Freedom Award.

SARAH HORNE is the illustrator of many children's books, and has also worked for major clients like The Guardian, The Sunday Times, and Sesame Street.