The Akhenaten Adventure
| Industry | Publishing |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2004 |
| Founder | P. B. Kerr |
| Products | Children's fantasy novels |
The Akhenaten Adventure is a novel authored by Scottish writer P.B. Kerr and serves as the inaugural entry in the Children of the Lamp series. The narrative centers on siblings John and Philippa Gaunt, who uncover their identities as djinn, or magical genies. This title achieved placement on the New York Times Best Seller list for children's literature and garnered favorable critical reception. Its follow-up installment is The Blue Djinn of Babylon, the second book within the seven-part saga.
Writing
Kerr created The Akhenaten Adventure with the intention of motivating his eldest son to engage more in reading rather than playing video games. The novel was sold to Scholastic as part of a trilogy deal, commanding a then-record £1 million.
Plot
Affluent New York City siblings John and Philippa Gaunt discover from their uncle Nimrod that they are endowed with djinn abilities. During a summer spent under his guidance, they receive training to develop control over their powers.
The two set off on an international mission to find the Seventy Lost Djinn of Akhenaten. The climax unfolds at the British Museum, where they must rescue Nimrod by traveling to the North Pole, gaining important insights throughout their journey.
Movie
Before its official release, DreamWorks secured the film adaptation rights for The Akhenaten Adventure in 2003.