If your middle-grade reader liked The Egypt Game, they might also like…

• The Mummy in the Attic

• The Red Pyramid

These reads are perfect for curious minds who love history with a twist, mixing Ancient Egypt, secrets, and mysteries where imagination and reality collide.

Here’s what they’re about

The Egypt Game

When new girl April and her neighbour Melanie bond over a shared fascination with Ancient Egypt, they create an imaginative game set in a deserted yard behind a local curiosity shop. As more children join in, the “Egypt Game” becomes increasingly elaborate — and unsettling. When real danger intrudes on their imaginary world, the children are forced to confront fear, responsibility, and the thin line between play and reality. Thoughtful and atmospheric, The Egypt Game blends mystery with emotional depth, making it a timeless classic for readers who enjoy imagination, history, and suspense.

The Mummy in the Attic

When a strange mummy linked to Ancient Egypt enters his life, Tom McNabb finds himself caught in a mystery that refuses to stay buried. As unsettling events unfold, Tom must uncover the truth about the mummy, his family’s past, and secrets hidden far closer to home than he expected. Blending humour, suspense, and genuine emotional stakes, The Mummy in the Attic delivers a spooky-but-accessible adventure that balances chills with heart — perfect for readers who enjoy mystery, history, and a dash of the supernatural.

The Red Pyramid

Carter and Sadie Kane barely know each other until a magical accident at the British Museum unleashes chaos — and their father disappears. Soon, the siblings discover they are descended from powerful Egyptian magicians and that the gods of Ancient Egypt are waking once more. Racing against time to stop the rise of a dangerous god, Carter and Sadie must learn magic, face monsters, and work together despite years apart. Packed with humour, action, and mythology, The Red Pyramid launches an epic adventure where ancient legends collide with the modern world.