I first read this book when I was in third grade, and it sparked my own interests in archaeology in general and Egyptology, specifically. (Ok, and Indiana Jones helped with that interest too.) I have read this book multiple times, even reread it within the last year, and it never fails to entertain.

One of the things that I admire most about this book is that the story and its characters are still so relatable. (Marshall is probably my favorite.) I'm sure part of that has to do with the variety in ages, personalities, and ethnic backgrounds. It's really rare to read a book that features a nice balance between all of those factors.

The slang used in the book is a little dated, so if you give it to a younger reader, be available to answer questions, but otherwise, it's a great little book!