Soft cover book in fair condition. Some sticker marks on cover but interior is fully intact and clean.

Discover the enchanting and adventurous first book in the Theodosia Throckmorton series: Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos by R.L. LaFevers — a delightful blend of historical mystery, ancient Egyptian magic, and clever sleuthing set in early 1900s London!

Meet Theodosia Elizabeth Throckmorton (Theo for short), an 11-year-old girl with a very unusual talent: she can sense and dispel the dark curses that cling to the ancient artifacts brought back to her father’s Museum of Legends and Antiquities. While most people see dusty old treasures, Theo knows the deadly magic they carry — and it’s her secret job to quietly neutralize them before they cause harm. When a new shipment arrives from Egypt containing powerful cursed objects, including one tied to the goddess Bastet, Theo’s world gets even more complicated. With her family, the museum staff, and even the British Empire potentially at risk from unleashed chaos, she must use her wits, knowledge of hieroglyphs, and growing magical abilities to uncover hidden dangers and set things right.

R.L. LaFevers crafts a fast-paced, atmospheric tale full of humor, suspense, quirky characters (including Theo’s loyal cat Isis and her eccentric family), and vivid details of Edwardian London mixed with ancient Egyptian lore — think Nancy Drew meets Indiana Jones with a dash of supernatural fun.

Ideal for readers who love smart, spunky heroines and historical adventures, fans of mystery series with a magical twist like The Mysterious Benedict Society or Percy Jackson, young history buffs drawn to ancient Egypt, curses, and museum settings, and anyone who enjoys clever, empowering stories with heart, humor, and just the right amount of edge-of-your-seat tension — perfect for cozy reading sessions or as a gateway to the full series!