83 pages 2 hours read

Eloise Mcgraw

The Golden Goblet

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1961

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Young Ranofer’s dreams of becoming a goldsmith seem impossible because of his abusive half-brother’s influence unless he can prove the man is a thief in Eloise Jarvis McGraw’s esteemed middle-grade historical mystery, The Golden Goblet (1961). As Ranofer struggles to escape from Gebu’s evil control, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and the importance of doing the right thing.

Reviews & Readership

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The Golden Goblet by Eloise McGraw is praised for its vivid depiction of ancient Egypt, engaging story, and well-developed characters. However, some readers found the pacing slow and the prose antiquated. Nevertheless, the novel's educational value and ability to capture the reader's imagination were widely appreciated.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Golden Goblet?

Ideal for middle-grade readers aged 9-12 who enjoy historical fiction. Fans of Harry Potter and The Chronicles of Narnia will appreciate the rich storytelling and ancient Egyptian setting of The Golden Goblet by Eloise McGraw. Comparable to The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan for its adventurous spirit.

RecommendedReading Age

9-12years

Lexile Level

930L

Book Details

Genre

Historical Fiction

Children's Literature

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Themes

Relationships: Friendship

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance

Emotions/Behavior: Conflict

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Arts / Culture

Education

Period

Ancient Egypt