Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos by R.L LaFevers (Qtr 2, #2, 12/10)

[Sam]

Theodosia Throckmortton's parent's don't pay attention to her. Her dad is head curator at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities, and her Mom goes of to Egypt in search of old artifacts. Theodosia is the only one who can sense the curses and spells on the old Egyptian artifacts. She spends most of her time taking the curses and spells off of what her mother brings in. When her mother comes home with the ancient Heart of Egypt, chaos ensues. The Heart of Egypt is stolen, and Theodosia goes off in search of it. Her search brings her, her brother and a pickpocket to the Brotherhood of Chosen Keepers. The brotherhood tells her that the Heart of Egypt has the power to destroy Britain. Theodosia goes on a remarkable adventure to save Britain and herself.