TombQuest facts for kids

Tombquest is an exciting book series written by Michael Northrop and published by Scholastic Inc. These adventure novels follow two brave friends, Alex and Ren, as they face powerful forces from Ancient Egypt. Their journey begins when Alex is very sick, and his mother uses a special book called the Book of the Dead to save him. But this act accidentally brings five dangerous creatures called Death Walkers back to life. Alex and Ren must travel the world to stop these Death Walkers and other evil threats that appear.

About the Tombquest Series

The Tombquest series takes readers on a thrilling adventure filled with ancient mysteries and magic. It combines history with fantasy, making it a fun read for anyone who loves action and puzzles. The books explore themes of friendship, courage, and facing impossible odds.

Main Characters

• Alex is a young boy who becomes very ill. His mother's attempt to save him pulls him into a dangerous world of ancient Egyptian magic. He is brave and determined to fix the problems he accidentally caused.
• Ren is Alex's best friend. She is smart, loyal, and always ready to help Alex, no matter how dangerous the situation becomes. She often uses her quick thinking to get them out of trouble.

The Book of the Dead

The Book of the Dead is a very old and powerful book in the series. It holds ancient Egyptian spells and secrets. In Tombquest, it is used in a desperate attempt to save Alex's life. However, using such powerful magic has big consequences, unleashing the Death Walkers and other dark forces into the modern world.

The Death Walkers

The Death Walkers are the main enemies Alex and Ren must face. They are powerful beings brought back to life by the magic of the Book of the Dead. Each Death Walker is incredibly strong and hard to defeat, making them a huge challenge for the two friends. Alex and Ren must find ways to stop them before they cause too much harm.

Books in the Series

There are five books in the Tombquest series, each continuing Alex and Ren's epic journey.

Book 1: Book of the Dead (2015)

This is where the adventure begins! Alex is suffering from a mysterious illness that doctors cannot cure. His mother, Dr. Maggie Bauer, works at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. She decides to use an ancient Egyptian artifact, the Book of the Dead, as a last resort to save him. While it brings Alex back, it also accidentally unleashes five powerful Death Walkers. Alex and Ren soon realize they must find a way to stop these ancient creatures.

Book 2: Amulet Keepers (2015)

After the events of the first book, Alex and Ren learn more about the Death Walkers and the magic that brought them to life. They discover that ancient amulets might hold the key to defeating these powerful enemies. Their quest takes them to new locations as they try to find and protect these special amulets from falling into the wrong hands.

Book 3: Valley of Kings (2015)

The adventure continues as Alex and Ren follow clues that lead them to the famous Valley of Kings in Egypt. This ancient burial ground holds many secrets and dangers. They must navigate tombs and traps, all while trying to outsmart the Death Walkers and other forces who are also searching for powerful artifacts.

Book 4: The Stone Warriors (2015)

In this book, Alex and Ren face a new threat: ancient stone warriors brought to life by dark magic. These powerful statues are nearly impossible to stop. The friends must use all their courage and cleverness to find a way to defeat the stone army and continue their mission to save the world from the Death Walkers.

Book 5: The Final Kingdom (2016)

This is the thrilling conclusion to the Tombquest series. Alex and Ren prepare for their final battle against the most powerful Death Walker. All the clues and challenges from the previous books lead to this epic showdown. They must use everything they have learned to protect the world from ancient evil once and for all.