Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. So it was with a little hesitation and trepidation that I started reading "The Akhenaten Adventure". When 12-year-old twins John and Philippa get their wisdom teeth, they suddenly have the power to grant wishes and make things disappear. From London, to Egypt, this book tells about 2 young kids who discover that they are djinn(genies). Let Zachary inspire your child to discover the joy of friendship and sharing! It was like in the same boat as Red Pyramid, being Cairo and travelling in London and other parts of the world but not in a very hectic manner like Rick Riordan's throwing all information to you that you were sick of it and you cannot take it anymore. You may be saying what does this have to do with the Akhenaten Adenture? Brilliant story. A real-life school bully. We're excited to read the rest of the series. :). No_Favorite. The pacing is a little slow at the beginning, and it takes a while to find out who the antagonist is, and … It constantly throws down on anyone who is not able-bodied, thin, gender-conforming, and white British/American. With no profanity and sexual innuendo, it's a pure pleasure to read. It turns out their uncle and their mother also are djinn. Experience adventure with Ronnie, a clever rabbit. They find out they are Djinn and go into the desert to practice their powers, but an evil source is stirring up trouble back ho. Listen to a sample Listen to a sample Description; Creators; Details; Reviews; When 12-year-old twins John and Philippa get their wisdom teeth, they suddenly have the power to grant wishes and make things disappear. B. Kerr'sChildren of the Lamp #7: The Grave Robbers of Genghis Khan [Hardcover]2011, The Blue Djinn Of Babylon - Children Of The Lamp - Book Two (Children of the Lamp, Book 2), The Cobra King of Kathmandu (Children of the Lamp #3), The Day of the Djinn Warriors (Children of the Lamp #4). If that's the case then it justifies people choosing to ban books but if not, people need to relax the hell down. by P.B. It tells the story of John and Philippa. Please try again. Wonderful adventures ensue. From acclaimed thriller writer P.B. The plot overruns the characters and the ending is less satisfying than the beginning. They are Djinn: powerful, magical beings that are much like the genies in the old stories. by P.B. I liked how it was written (I dunno, i really liked how UK writers write). John is tall and thin, with straight brown hair. Their Uncle Nimrod, who is also a djinn, invites them to London to begin special training. Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2017. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2013. The Akhenaten Adventure is a fun read full of quirky humor. Home; Translate. Two american children find out that they are actually Jinn (or Genie) and set off to London to help out their Uncle, er, Nimrod. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. I really enjoyed this book because it has to do with a brother and sister who were 12. I don't remember a lot about it except thinking. They have a dream about their uncle nimrod, which their uncle sent to them as a message. Exciting, I love each book. They go to egypt because genies do better in hot enviorments. The children, their uncle, his old friend Rakshasas and his complaining one-armed servant Groanin travel to Egypt, tangling with the ghost of a bad pharaoh (I always wanted to ask Akhenaten what caused those terrible love-handle thighs of his). Fun to read for the pre-tween/tween group or to read to the younger ones at bedtime. Anyone who has read Kerr's other books (Hitler's Peace, Dark Matter, etc) will wonder if the author has what it takes to completely change direction and go from writing adult books to writing books for children. This training includes a trip to Egypt where they encounter the evil djinn, Iblis, and ghost of the Egyptian pharaoh, Akhenaten, who are determined to tip the balance of fortune in favor of bad luck. Kerr comes an exceptional, imaginative adventure trilogy about a twin boy and girl with magical powers. just suspend your disbelif! The two protagonists, a set of twins who discover that they are djinn with magical powers, felt cookie cutter and never really seemed to break out of the mold. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. The main characters do black face to commit a crime because it was “suitable for carrying out a burglary.”, I found this an entertaining, quick-to-read adventure book, and the central idea, that some people in the modern day world are djinns of the ancient legends whose task is to protect the world, is nice enough. We’d love your help. Children of the Lamp is a series of Contemporary fantasy novels for senior children as well as adolescents and adults written by the British author P. B. Kerr.It tells the story of twins John and Philippa, as they discover how to act in the world of djinn (genies). 6–8. A bit long sometimes with overly complicated explanations that if i was reading i would have skimmed thru. The actual rating is probably closer to a 4.58 star rating, since I had a few slight problems with the story. A great premise can carry a book far. Therefore, I co. I recomend this book to anyone who likes fantasy, adventure, and plot twists. Corben and I really loved this book! I just discovered this wonderful fantasy series about 12 year-old boy-girl twins who live in New York City and discover that they're djinns. The Akhenaten Adventure. They are genies! After killing a friend of the uncle's, Uncle Nimrod leaves to find out how. Intriguing plot twists. Welcome back. In the book, the reason why Djinn smoke is because they are made of fire and they like heat and smoke. Listen to a sample Listen to a sample Description; Creators; Details; Reviews; When 12-year-old twins John and Philippa get their wisdom teeth, they suddenly have the power to grant wishes and make things disappear. When twelve-year-old twins Philippa and John discover that they are descended from a long line of djinn, their mother sends them away to their Uncle Nimrod, who takes them to Cairo where he starts to teach them about their extraordinary powers. The Akhenaten Adventure (Book) : Kerr, Philip : When twelve-year-old twins Philippa and John discover that they are descended from a long line of djinn, their mother sends them away to their Uncle Nimrod, who takes them to Cairo where he starts to teach them about their extraordinary powers. Adventurious. But the plot solutions were too facile and convenient, and so it was not really as exciting and fun as it could have been. The Nocturnals: The Mysterious Abductions (The Nocturnals, 1), Tyrannosaurus Hex and the Unluckiest Day Ever, Mystery in the Dark Jungle: Adventures of Eli Frost, Blue Djinn of Babylon (Children of the Lamp (Paperback)), Children of The Lamp #3 The Cobra King of Kathmandu, Children of the Lamp #4: Day of the Djinn Warriors, Children of the Lamp #5: Eye of the Forest, Children of the Lamp #6: The Five Fakirs of Faizabad, P.B. Strongly recommend it! This was really weird and fun. It turns out their uncle and their mother also are djinn. The twins uncle has a butler but the butler only had one arm because the other got bitten off by a tiger and he had three wishes so i was confused as to why he didnt wish for a new arm. Kerr. Iblis traps them in glass jars. The twins find their uncle trapped in a tomb. To be honest, I always been fascinated by 1001 Arabian Nights so this was a nice little discovery since it involved two children learning that they were djinns. I strongly recommend it for all ages. 2004 ~ Book 1 in the Children of the Lamp series. have an issue with the fact that 99% of the characters in the story were white, and I also was not a fan of the blatant racism from one of the characters that went completely unchallenged. This was a fun read with my nine year old daughter. They have a vision where they talk to their uncle and he tells the to visit him in England. When Philippa and John discover that they are djinn, with the power to grant wishes and do magic, their days of living as just plain children are over! They must fight the evilest djinn in the world, and defeat an evil ancient Egyptian pharaoh named Akhenaten (we learned about him in history this year.). Recorded Books. The Children of the Djinn series is a fun read. They are genies! As a piece of fiction I see. The fantasy world opened up and expanded upon the usual locations of fantasy middle grade novels. In parts of this book the author tries to be funny by making fun of people (overweight people). The story is well thought out and well written. All of a sudden, they have the power to grant wishes, travel to extraordinary places, and make people and objects disappear. Cancel anytime. It is filled with many aspects of the modern world with beings from fairy tales. [It was also really clever how the two dogs turned out to be their Dad's brothers who their mother transformed! Maybe I'm just used to death and mayhem and expected more death and mayhem. It precedes The Blue Djinn of Babylon. Better still, buy some more books and read them. Grades. Read 696 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Published The author includes a lot of fun puns, characters and situations in his writing. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of. 1-4193-0827-0. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. The Akhenaten Adventure (Children of the Lamp, #1) 3.78 avg rating — 18,236 ratings — published 2004 — 60 editions Want to Read saving… Advanced embedding details, examples, and help! Kerr. people who are interested in a VERY GOOD BOOK!!!!!!!!! When a middle grade book is written well, has good pacing, excellent characters and a fun, fresh premise, it can be better than YA or adult books. flag. After some lessons and training, they set off on a quest to egypt to find the tomb of akhenaten, an evil spirit who once was a wicked pharaoh. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Meet John and Philippa Gaunt, 12-year-old twins who one day discover themselves to be descended from a long line of djinn. The characters are resourceful, fun, scared, brave, loving, adventurous - they definitely come across as people that kids can relate to, and the writing is clear and easy for a young person to follow, with lots of great vocabulary. Meet John and Philippa Gaunt, twelve-year-old twins who one day discover themselves to be descended from a long line of djinn. 10 hrs. I would not let my children read this. It's been years since I read it, but I also remember that it was a thoughtful gift from a friend. This illustrated children’s book teaches young readers important life lessons through the eyes of a young boy named Daniel. Find out what happens. Fascinating story line about djinn and becoming one. The Akhenaten Adventure (Children of the Lamp #1) by P.B. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Is the subject matter and language in pieces of fiction automatically representations of what the author believes? When they go to live with there uncle in england when they learn that they are genies. The book is about twelve-year old twins named John and Philippa Gaunt. They had to get there wisdom teeth pulled they are both twins and I guess thats not the normal age you get your wisdom teeth pulled. The Akhenaten Adventure. The Akhenaten Adventure (Children of the Lamp, #1) by P.B. While I felt that the twins' characters could have been a little more fleshed-out, they were pretty acceptable to read and maybe they'll become more real to me in later books. I bought these for my grandson, who is 7 and an avid reader of chapter books! Philip Kerr. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Children's Action & Adventure Books (Books). Awsome! I enjoyed the book and felt that I got to know the characters enough to care about them and love experiencing their adventures with them. I really enjoyed this book because it has to do with a brother and sister who were 12. Kerr Ron Keith Audiobook. Apparently it has really good reviews and I can see why! A great story & a complete departure from a usual Kerr book! THE AKHENATEN ADVENTURE: CHILDREN OF THE LAMP: BOOK ONE. Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2019, An amazing take on Djinn mythology, but I wish the cover shown here was the one I received. I enjoyed the book and felt that I got to know the characters enough to care about them and love experiencing their adventures with them. The Akhenaten Adventure (Book) : Kerr, Philip : When twelve-year-old twins Philippa and John discover that they are descended from a long line of djinn, their mother sends them away to their Uncle Nimrod, who takes them to Cairo where he starts to teach them about their extraordinary powers. Great character development. Had enough of this kind. We haven't come across many books having to do with Jinni so this was a nice change. The Akhenaten Adventure is a novel by P.B. From acclaimed thriller writer P.B. The pacing is a little slow at the beginning, and it takes a while to find out who the antagonist is, and what challenges the young djinns will have to face. There was a problem loading your book clubs. by P.B. But the plot solutions were too facile and convenient, and so it was not really as exciting and fun as it could have been. My kids had me read through the series twice. I don't mind frivolous books but this book has too much meanness. :) Goo, I'm pretty sure you can, but I think you should try and find a website that works for you.. Maybe Amazon or a bookwebsite you're familiar with? Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. It tells the story of John and Philippa Gaunt and their adventures of finding out they are djinn. End Akhenaten captures Nimrod in a bottle to use Nimrod's power Josh and Philippa help him escape and put Akhenaten's ghost in the bottle instead Nimrod's friend, Mrs. Lapin, betrays the Twins and puts them in a bottle Nimrod fights Iblis and traps him in an antique bottle, The Akhenaten Adventure. I found this an entertaining, quick-to-read adventure book, and the central idea, that some people in the modern day world are djinns of the ancient legends whose task is to protect the world, is nice enough. I learned later that they need that last wish because the kids uncle got trapped. I found it intesesting to learn that there are more than 1 tribe of genie in this book there are three good tribes an. The fantasy world opened up and expanded upon the usual locations of fantasy middle grade novels. It all starts when getting their wisdom teeth out. It was like reading that but at the same time nothing fancy like that~ because i like this one better! Travel to exciting destinations. $66.75. :) Google it :), The Akhenaten Adventure (Children of the Lamp, #1). The Akhenaten Adventure book. They find out they are Djinn and go into the desert to practice their powers, but an evil source is stirring up trouble back home. In this first book they accompany their English Uncle Nimrod to Egypt to learn about djinn culture. [with the twins and Groanin flying to the North Pole and conveniently finding a guide and all the right flights in what seemed like a very short amount of time. Don't worry,I'm getting their. Besides, characterization really came out in their Uncle Nimrod. Kerr, 2005, Scholastic edition, in English I probably never would have actually read it if I wasn't participating in a challenge to read ten books this year that have been on my TBR the longest. Please try again. [As did the 'trapping Akhenaten' scene. The descriptions of the settings are well done and allow readers to get a good visual picture of what is going on. It all starts when getting their wisdom teeth out. The Akhenaten adventure Item Preview > remove-circle Share or Embed This Item. Milo was excited to join the football team but he’s too small! Quickly, they learn to control their powers just before they embark on a dangerous quest that will take them into the tomb of an ancient pharaoh. Kerr (a Scottish author) and the first book of the Children of the Lamp series. I absolutely loved this book. Horrible. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. They are Djinn: powerful, magical beings that are much like the genies in the old stories. My First Number Tracing Workbook: Practice Pen Control with Numbers (My First Workb... Fart Ball: The Stinker Bowl (The Disgusting Adventures of Milo Snotrocket) (Volume 8), This I Know: Seeing God in the World He Made (based on Jesus Loves Me), Fun with Food Toddler Cookbook: Activities and Recipes to Play and Eat, My First Library : Boxset of 10 Board Books for Kids. Philippa and John are twins, although they couldn't look less alike. share. At the end Phillipia is learning to play a Djinn luck/dice rolling game. This book is definately going to keep you on your toes. That's a morbid thought. Nimrod comes to the rescue and saves the day. We're definitely going to continue with this series. Therefore, I consider this more of a "four star" read than a "three star" one because I was not as in love with the plot as I would have liked but the setting meant everything to me. But the character, Nimrod, clearly states in the book that smoking is fine for Djinn but terrible for humans. They have a vision where they talk to their uncle and he tells the to visit him in England. John and Philippa are no human children. What a really cute book. When they go to live with there uncle in england when they learn that they are genies. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 14, 2017, Book arrived punctually and was as described. Mr. Kerr lives in London with his family. Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!! she's now passed away. The Akhenaten Adventure Children of the Lamp #1 This edition was published in 2005 by Scholastic in New York. Want to know how it ends? The end is the start to the next book. The same with the characters. I'm listening to this book as an audio book...very good! The Akhenaten Adventure. EMBED. Kerr Ron Keith Audiobook. The Akhenaten Adventure. Menu. An excellent unheralded first book in a children's series. It's been years since I read it, but I also remember that it was a thoughtful gift from a friend. Really good starter to the Children of the Lamp series. “May the saddest day of your future be no worse than the happiest day of your past.”, “And tell them all about the books you've read. What shall his mom do on this routine morning rush to make a bored Ben get ready for school and herself for work? They meet with the leader of the bad djinn and he says he is going to kill the twins when i dont understand why he doesnt try to recruit them to join his tribe. The Akhenaten Adventure By Carina Lei Characters Protagonists: Nimrod, John, and Phillipa Antagonists: Akhenaten, Iblis, and the other ghosts in the British Museum. They have a dream about their uncle nimrod, which their uncle sent to them as a message. Is she plagued by bad luck, or does she maybe just need a new way of looking at things? Unfortunately they are encountered by Iblis, the most evil djinn of all. I found it intesesting to learn that there are more than 1 tribe of genie in this book there are three good tribes and three bad ones. You can tell from the very first page that P. B. Kerr had great fun writing his novel, The Akhenaten Adventure.The way the author introduces his cleverly named characters, the atmospheric setting, the fun tone of his narration--all indicate that a hugely entertaining story is in store. The Akhenaten Adventure. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. He wi. Such xenophobia, especially towards the French and the Arabs, such disdain of everyone and everything not fitting the right kind of bracket, be it fat people or Nimrod's one-handed servant or anyone. John and Philippa are no human children. The New York Times bestselling adventure about two twins, many djinns, and one very magical quest. The Akhenaten Adventure is a novel by the Scottish writer P.B. By: P.B. Maybe I too am a racist and sexist individual but I thought that people would have larger issues with other subject matter than what they did. My grandpa bought me this book for Christmas as he had read some of Kerr's adult novels and while on Amazon he discovered that Kerr had written some books for children. Seriously... do we need a techinical explination of why genie's can survive in a bottle? Listen to a sample Listen to a sample Description; Creators; Details; Reviews; When 12-year-old twins John and Philippa get their wisdom teeth, they suddenly have the power to grant wishes and make things disappear. They had to get there wisdom teeth pulled they are both twins and I guess thats not the normal age you get your wisdom teeth pulled. Please try your request again later. I really enjoyed reading this book and after reading negative reviews on Amazon, it just strikes me as funny as to what I don't notice when reading a book or things I automatically pass over. It is the first book of the Children of the Lamp series. Maybe I too am a racist and sexist individual but I thought that people would have larger issues with other subject matter than what they did. I highly recommend this book to people who enjoy mythology and magic. This book has a lot of xenophobia and fatphobia in it. There was a lot of smoking (Jin are made from fire so they smoke) and some possessing of others' bodies so I wouldn't recommend it for younger readers. September 1st 2005 I really enjoyed reading this book and after reading negative reviews on Amazon, it just strikes me as funny as to what I don't notice when reading a book or things I automatically pass over. I remember this book. The Akhenaten Adventure by P. B. Kerr Series: Children of the Lamp #1 Genre: Middle Grade, adventure, historical fantasy Published on October 1, 2004 Published by Orchard Books Pages: 355 Read From: 11.23.12 - 11.25.12 SYNOPSIS Meet John and Philippa Gaunt, twelve-year-old twins who one day discover themselves to be descended from a long line of djinn. John and Phillipia do as they are told, on the plane they meet a nice couple who wish they accidently grant. However, what bugged me the most was the attitudes the author showed, through the narrative and the attitudes of the characters, towards, well, pretty much anything tha. 7 tapes. Not sure why this series of kids' books doesn't get more love. Refresh and try again. Unable to add item to List. The Akhenaten Adventure Book descriptions When twelve-year-old twins Philippa and John discover that they are descended from a long line of djinn, their mother sends them away to their Uncle Nimrod, who takes them to Cairo where he starts to teach them about their extraordinary powers. Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2013. However, what bugged me the most was the attitudes the author showed, through the narrative and the attitudes of the characters, towards, well, pretty much anything that was not American white upper-class and thin. Can Eli find enough courage from his faith to face Snake-Eyes Ralph's threats? Kerr The Akhenaten Adventure (Children of the Lamp, #1) by P.B. The Akhenaten Adventure (Paperback) : Kerr, Philip : When twelve-year-old twins Philippa and John discover that they are descended from a long line of djinn, their mother sends them away to their Uncle Nimrod, who takes them to Cairo where he starts to … They end up trapping him in the same jar as their uncle is in! After a few more challenging reads I felt the need for a palate cleanser and this worked just fine. It took a bit of time to get into the book, and I'm glad that I read through the book and didn't put it down like I might have. The Akhenaten Adventure (Children of the Lamp): Amazon.co.uk: Kerr, P. B.: Books Select Your Cookie Preferences We use cookies and similar tools to enhance your shopping experience, to provide our services, understand how customers use our services so we can make improvements, and display ads, including interest-based ads. The setting, the background information and the fact that they were djinns meant a lot more to me. Please try again. 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