The Red Pyramid
by Rick Riordan
Book Summary
The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan is an action packed book filled with surprises and crazy battles. The book is based on two kids named Sadie and Carter. They are siblings that barely ever see each other. They were separated at a young age and have been kept far apart from each other ever since. Their dad decides to take them on a trip to a museum in London, so they can spend time together. Their lives are turned upside down when their dad is kidnaped by the evil god, Set, who plans to destroy the world and become king of the gods. Sadie and Carter are stunned when their uncle states,"The two of you... you combine the blood of two ancient families, both of which have a long, complicated history with the gods. You are the most powerful Kane children to be born in many centuries.". Sadie and Carter realize they are magicians and have very little time to stop Set and save their dad.
Main Characters
Carter
Fourteen year old Carter Kane was raised by his father after his mother's death. He traveled around the world and learned a lot about Egyptian history while hanging around his dad. His dad claims to be an egyptologist, but he is really a magician. Carter does not believe that he is brave, but that will soon change.
Sadie
Twelve year old Sadie Kane was separated from her brother when their mother died. Sadie was raised in London by her grandparents. She is very outgoing and not afraid to say what she thinks. She does not believe she knows much about Egyptian history, but discovers she knows a lot more than she thinks.
Set
Set is the god of chaos. He wishes to destroy the world and become king of the gods. He has been released from the spirit world called the duat where he was trapped. His birthday is coming up, which will give him the power he needs to take over. The only thing in his way is the two young magicians, Sadie and Carter Kane.
Event Information
Demon Days
Demon Days are the last six days in the year. They are generally considered bad luck. Sets birthday is the sixth day of the Demon Days. Set is very powerful on this day.
When?
Thursday, Dec 26, 2013, 12:00 AM
Where?
Earth
The Kane Chronicles, Book One: The Red Pyramid