The Coded Papyrus
The Coded Papyrus
All Aria and Liam wanted was to rescue a stray cat. Instead, they’re thrown 3,000 years into the past into the kingdom of Ramesses II. There, they meet Asim, a boy on a secret mission, and Atlas, a donkey wiser than both of them combined. Together, the unlikely team must deliver a coded papyrus that could change the fate of Egypt. What begins as a simple mission quickly turns into a fight for survival. Danger stalks them at every turn: on the Nile, across the desert, within a labyrinth of darkness, and in countless other trials that test their courage. Worse still, the gods themselves rise against them, more deadly than any mortal enemy. And while a powerful dignitary named Menkh offers his help, is he truly a friend or Egypt’s greatest threat?If Aria, Liam, and Asim fail, Ramesses’ kingdom will fall. And even if they succeed, one question remains: will they ever find their way back home?
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Book details
Book details
- Age range: 8 to 12 years old
- Time period: Ancient Egypt
- ISBN (paperback): 978-1-959814-25-2
- ISBN (ebook): 978-1-959814-01-6
- Third edition




❝The biggest thing I learned on this adventure—other than promising myself never to follow Aria into one of her crazy ideas again—is that you can’t trust someone just because they look important or have a fancy title. A crown or shiny outfit doesn’t make a person good. Appearances can trick you! It’s way smarter to pay attention to people’s actions. Kind of like not judging a video game by its cover before you even play it. ❞

❝The most important lesson I learned—besides proving that Liam is totally wrong and I’m always right—is that dreams really can come true! I used to think time travel only happened in my imagination, but now it’s real. More importantly, I discovered that trusting my instincts actually works, and that teamwork makes all the difference.❞

❝When I was young enough to dream beyond reality, I often imagined traveling back in time to save key moments in history and wondered how the world might have changed if I had. That spark of imagination grew into a lifelong passion for history. To me, history is more than dates and events; it’s the stories of women and men, just like us, trying to navigate life as best they can. It can be full of wonder and fantasy, but most importantly, it carries wisdom.
So it felt natural for me to share this passion with children in a way that is both entertaining and inspiring. Ancient Egypt has always been one of my favorite eras with its fascinating pharaohs, powerful culture, and magical gods. In fact, it’s the period that first made me fall in love with history. That’s why I chose Ramesses II as the focus of the very first Aria & Liam adventure.
As for Aria and Liam themselves, I believe deeply in the strength of friendships between girls and boys. These kinds of relationships can help us grow in harmony and understanding between genders. That’s why I wanted two best friends—so different, yet almost like siblings—to lead the way in this series.❞
Coline Monsarrat
Meet the characters
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Aria
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Liam
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Asim
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Menkh
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Atlas
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Ramses
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Merit
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Herychef
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Meet the team
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The Author
Learn moreInspired by her love of storytelling and history, Coline created the book series Aria and Liam. This series takes young readers on exciting adventures through some of the most fascinating periods of history, with its two colorful characters, Aria and Liam.
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The Editor
Two Birds Author WebsiteThank you to Andrea and Michele at Two Birds Author for making this story better!
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The Illustrators
Draftss WebsiteThank you to Harsh, Ragini, Kaustavi, and Vanshika at Draftss for bringing the characters to life. You are all amazing!
Cover and illustrations: Draftss
Illustrators: Ragini Ingle and Harsh Chaudhary
Design Manager : Kaustavi Baruah
Project Manager : Vanshika Goyal
Additional Information
What is the suitable age range?
This adventure story is perfect for kids aged 8-12. It’s guaranteed to provide thrills and excitement as young readers explore a world of fantasy, mystery, and intrigue while learning about the most fascinating time in History!
How long does it take to receive the order?
Our carefully-stocked library, located in the UK, ensures that your orders are ready for shipping within 72 hours. If you're ordering from America or Europe expect delivery to take somewhere between 5 - 7 working days and 3 – 5 working days respectively while those lucky enough to live nearby could even receive their packages as soon as 1–3 business days!
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