52 pages • 1 hour read
Eloise Jarvis McGrawMara, Daughter of The Nile
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1953A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Mara, Daughter of The Nile by Eloise Jarvis McGraw is a historical fiction novel set during the reign of Queen Hatshepsut in ancient Egypt. It follows Mara, an enslaved and resourceful young woman who is leveraged as a spy by opposing political factions. Posing as a freedwoman and interpreter, she navigates dangerous court intrigues and her loyalties waver as she becomes entangled in a revolutionary plot. Descriptions of violence, including the beating of enslaved persons, are present in the book.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mara, Daughter of the Nile by Eloise Jarvis McGraw offers a thrilling historical adventure with a strong, clever heroine. Readers praise its vivid portrayal of Ancient Egypt and engaging plot. Some critique it for occasional predictability and character stereotypes. Overall, it’s celebrated for its action and historical richness, captivating both young and adult readers.
Who Should Read Mara, Daughter of The Nile?
Readers who savor historical fiction with strong female protagonists will relish Mara, Daughter of the Nile by Eloise Jarvis McGraw. This novel captivates fans of The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan and Adam of the Road by Elizabeth Janet Gray, blending ancient Egyptian intrigue with adventure and romance.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
910L