Book details
The Time-Traveling Fashionista and Cleopatra, Queen of the Nile (The Time-Traveling Fashionista, 3)
Description
When Louise Lambert tries on a lavender Grecian gown at the Traveling Vintage Fashion Sale, she feels a familiar tug and falls back in time, arriving at the dusty base of an enormous pyramid. She's landed in Ancient Egypt... or has she? In fact, Louise is on the legendary 1963 Cleopatra film set, in the company of movie star Elizabeth Taylor, but her time there is short lived. When Louise gets her hands on an artifact in the wardrobe tent's box of "source material," she is whisked away once more to historical Alexandria, Egypt. There she quickly learns that life as a handmaiden to real Queen Cleopatra is much more fashionable - and treacherous - than she could have ever imagined.As with the other books in this series, full-color illustrations by professional fashion illustrator Sandra Suy bring to life the styles of Ancient Egypt, old Hollywood, and present day.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
249 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Educational Adventure: The book combines fashion, history, and adventure, providing readers with an entertaining way to learn about historical periods and figures, such as Cleopatra, while enjoying a captivating story.
- Imaginative Time Travel: For those who love the concept of time travel, this book offers a unique twist by incorporating vintage fashion as the means of transportation to the past, making it a fresh take on the time-travel genre.
- Fashion and Culture: Readers interested in fashion will appreciate the detailed descriptions of clothing and style from different eras. The book provides insights into how fashion reflects the culture and society of the time period it represents.
- Character Development: The protagonist, Louise Lambert, is a relatable and engaging character whose experiences and growth throughout the series, and particularly in this installment, can inspire young readers to embrace their individuality and interests.