In this third installment of the Julius Zebra series, our striped hero and his motley crew find themselves in ancient Egypt after a shipwreck. Julius is initially pampered, mistaken for a Horse God, but when his friend Felix accidentally triggers a pharaoh's curse by stealing a gem, their luck quickly changes. The group must navigate a series of laugh-out-loud adventures and fight for their lives against angry Egyptians, all while trying to avoid being entombed. This chapter book is perfect for children aged 7-11, offering a blend of historical setting, animal fantasy, and constant humor that will engage reluctant readers and fans of illustrated novels.
From a smelly watering hole deep in the heart of the Serengeti to the ferocious clamour of the Colosseum, join Julius Zebra and his motley menagerie of friends as they gear up to be ... GLADIATORS! Only if they win the love of the Roman crowds will they win back their freedom. But do Julius and his pals have what it takes to succeed in a world where only the meanest and toughest survive?