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To Keep The Sun Rising
The stalemate of the gods is about to come to an end.
In ancient Egypt, two cat goddesses protect sleeping mortals with their unique powers, at a steep personal cost. Sisters Bastet and Sekhmet are cursed to wake only at night, where they fight and serve alongside their father, Ra, to maintain peace and ensure the sun rises each morning.
When a hidden prophecy is finally revealed, Bastet learns she is the only one who can prevent Apep, the god of chaos, from enveloping the world in darkness.
With new dangers at every turn, Bastet must uncover buried family secrets, master new powers, and navigate budding romantic feelings for her best friend if she wants a chance at breaking her curse and slaying the undefeated god of chaos once and for all.
Dive into the world of Egyptian mythology in this clean coming-of-age novel and join young gods and goddesses as they prepare to fulfill their destinies.
In ancient Egypt, two cat goddesses protect sleeping mortals with their unique powers, at a steep personal cost. Sisters Bastet and Sekhmet are cursed to wake only at night, where they fight and serve alongside their father, Ra, to maintain peace and ensure the sun rises each morning.
When a hidden prophecy is finally revealed, Bastet learns she is the only one who can prevent Apep, the god of chaos, from enveloping the world in darkness.
With new dangers at every turn, Bastet must uncover buried family secrets, master new powers, and navigate budding romantic feelings for her best friend if she wants a chance at breaking her curse and slaying the undefeated god of chaos once and for all.
Dive into the world of Egyptian mythology in this clean coming-of-age novel and join young gods and goddesses as they prepare to fulfill their destinies.
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Published October 14, 2025
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September 27, 2025
This one was ⭐3.5 for me. A new YA novel about the coming of age of Bastet, an Egyptian cat god.
The beginning had slow pacing, but I found myself becoming invested towards the middle and enjoyed the ending. I do wish this novel had more of an atmosphere to keep me in ancient Egypt. There were scenes with random/modern things that took me out of the setting, such as a desk chair or a dinner of salmon. I also found Bastet to not be very likeable - everyone does so much for her and she doesn't really return it until the battle, but overall I found her to be super selfish. I also wish some of the battle scenes were more descriptive/climatic. Overall, I know a tale about Egyptian gods I wouldn't have known before and it brought me enjoyment. I hope it brings out interest in mythology in the young readers that find their way to this release!
The beginning had slow pacing, but I found myself becoming invested towards the middle and enjoyed the ending. I do wish this novel had more of an atmosphere to keep me in ancient Egypt. There were scenes with random/modern things that took me out of the setting, such as a desk chair or a dinner of salmon. I also found Bastet to not be very likeable - everyone does so much for her and she doesn't really return it until the battle, but overall I found her to be super selfish. I also wish some of the battle scenes were more descriptive/climatic. Overall, I know a tale about Egyptian gods I wouldn't have known before and it brought me enjoyment. I hope it brings out interest in mythology in the young readers that find their way to this release!
September 28, 2025
A story of the gods of ancient times. This was a fun and engaging story about the coming of age of 2 gods and the challenges they had to overcome to ascend. I really enjoyed this book and it pulled me into the story so much I didn’t want to put down.
I received this book as an ARC from the author.
I received this book as an ARC from the author.
October 15, 2025
This was good, but is definitely on the younger side of young adult. Middle school Evelyn would've LOVED this. I enjoyed the mythology aspect of it and I liked the uniqueness that the Egyptian lore brought to the story, but it definitely reads as being written for a younger audience.
November 5, 2025
I think if I was rating this book as an adult novel, I’d give it 4/5 but as a young adult novel it is a 4.5/5. The half point(would be full point if rating as an adult novel) taken off is due to certain convenient plot points that just felt too easy, but I loved this book. The relationships alone guaranteed a 3/5 rating but the mostly cohesive and enjoyable story brought it up more.
My favorite section was the 50-80% section where I felt like I was seeing more of Bastet’s relationships because she was finally really working with her family and friends to accomplish her mission. I don’t always feel like familial relationships are represented accurately/well in fantasy(?) novels, often the romantic relationship is the key relationship fleshed and rounded out, but I felt that the sibling and parental relationships were represented well here and I found myself tearing up a few times because of how I related to them. Concerning the romantic relationship, I enjoyed the dynamics and lack of toxicity here. I loved that the love interest was Bastet’s support rather than direct partner. He helped her a few times and supported her when needed, but he wasn’t the deciding factor in her victory. He was never in front of her, instead letting her lead even though he wanted to protect her as anyone wants to protect a loved one. It was a refreshing and sweet relationship.
I also really loved how real Bastet’s anxiety and interactions with every obstacle felt. She doubted herself a lot but that felt realistic given her age and previous experience plus the magnitude of the mission she was facing.
As a cat lover and sister(in-law) to the author, I am definitely biased towards this book, but I’ve tried to rate it as I would any other book and avoid spoiling too much. I imagine this book would have been a 5 star rating were I to have read it at a younger age(perhaps 13-15?) but, as an adult who does not often read YA anymore, I still truly enjoyed this one and recommend reading it.
My favorite section was the 50-80% section where I felt like I was seeing more of Bastet’s relationships because she was finally really working with her family and friends to accomplish her mission. I don’t always feel like familial relationships are represented accurately/well in fantasy(?) novels, often the romantic relationship is the key relationship fleshed and rounded out, but I felt that the sibling and parental relationships were represented well here and I found myself tearing up a few times because of how I related to them. Concerning the romantic relationship, I enjoyed the dynamics and lack of toxicity here. I loved that the love interest was Bastet’s support rather than direct partner. He helped her a few times and supported her when needed, but he wasn’t the deciding factor in her victory. He was never in front of her, instead letting her lead even though he wanted to protect her as anyone wants to protect a loved one. It was a refreshing and sweet relationship.
I also really loved how real Bastet’s anxiety and interactions with every obstacle felt. She doubted herself a lot but that felt realistic given her age and previous experience plus the magnitude of the mission she was facing.
As a cat lover and sister(in-law) to the author, I am definitely biased towards this book, but I’ve tried to rate it as I would any other book and avoid spoiling too much. I imagine this book would have been a 5 star rating were I to have read it at a younger age(perhaps 13-15?) but, as an adult who does not often read YA anymore, I still truly enjoyed this one and recommend reading it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 9, 2025
Received this book as an ARC.
A cute book about two daughters of Ra who need to protect the sun, so that it can keep on rising.
Two daughters of the God Ra, Bastet and Sekhmet, both born with human bodies and cat heads. They are half-gods who one day hope to be full Gods. Sekhmet’s duties let her interact with people in the cities. Bastet spends her time in the Underworld with her father Ra. Bastet also helps guide people to the afterlife.
Every year the gods come together to celebrate the rising of the Nile. While there Bastet receives a note to meet a woman called Tawaret, a former wife of the Chaos god Apep.
She goes to Tawaret who tells her that the God of Chaos is waging a war against Ra. Tawaret asks her if she knows a prophecy about her, which Bastet has never heard.
Bastet finally asks her father about it, and Ra says that the prophecy is about her, and she is the only one who can destroy Apep the chaos God.
Will Bastet be able to step up to the plate and really destroy him? Will she fulfill her duty to protect the sun, and take her place as an all powerful god? Well you’ll have to read the book to find out!
As one who didn’t know anything about the Egyptian Gods, except some of their names, this book intrigued me. Learning about them was great, and I enjoyed it very much. The author is able to make you fall in love with Bastet, and makes you root for her. You want Bastet to succeed so she can earn her godhood. If you enjoy different mythologies and how some gods came to be, you should definitely pick this book up, so you can enjoy it too. I very much enjoyed reading it.❤️
Thank you for sending me the ARC Miranda! I did quite enjoy it.
A cute book about two daughters of Ra who need to protect the sun, so that it can keep on rising.
Two daughters of the God Ra, Bastet and Sekhmet, both born with human bodies and cat heads. They are half-gods who one day hope to be full Gods. Sekhmet’s duties let her interact with people in the cities. Bastet spends her time in the Underworld with her father Ra. Bastet also helps guide people to the afterlife.
Every year the gods come together to celebrate the rising of the Nile. While there Bastet receives a note to meet a woman called Tawaret, a former wife of the Chaos god Apep.
She goes to Tawaret who tells her that the God of Chaos is waging a war against Ra. Tawaret asks her if she knows a prophecy about her, which Bastet has never heard.
Bastet finally asks her father about it, and Ra says that the prophecy is about her, and she is the only one who can destroy Apep the chaos God.
Will Bastet be able to step up to the plate and really destroy him? Will she fulfill her duty to protect the sun, and take her place as an all powerful god? Well you’ll have to read the book to find out!
As one who didn’t know anything about the Egyptian Gods, except some of their names, this book intrigued me. Learning about them was great, and I enjoyed it very much. The author is able to make you fall in love with Bastet, and makes you root for her. You want Bastet to succeed so she can earn her godhood. If you enjoy different mythologies and how some gods came to be, you should definitely pick this book up, so you can enjoy it too. I very much enjoyed reading it.❤️
Thank you for sending me the ARC Miranda! I did quite enjoy it.
October 6, 2025
⭐️ ARC Reviewer - 4.5 Stars ⭐️
This novel is written for younger readers. I would recommend this for young teens or advanced children. There are a couple of scenes of kissing but not graphic.
My review is taking into account the target age group. I think the story was fast paced . If written for an older audience it could’ve easily been two books. The author did a great job of including mature topics like: death of a parent, life/death, love, and self discovery. The topics were touched upon throughout the book but not in a way that would make the reader uncomfortable or have to question the topic too much. There is one scene with the death of a friend that is described as it happens during the story. I think it was tastefully done for the target audience.
A young reader will be able to easily relate to the main character. Our main character lives a very routine life but has a lot of responsibility placed on her shoulders. As she nears her “coming of age” she is made aware of a prophecy that forces her to reevaluate her life’s path and who she wants to be. She has to make some hard choices and learns to trust those around her in different ways. She makes mistakes, learns from them, and grows as an individual.
Our characters are all Egyptian gods, or half gods. So this is perfect for those interested in mythology from other cultures. The author makes it easy to dive into for those not well versed in Egyptian mythology (like me).
Overall it was a good read and I will recommend it to my young readers and teacher friends.
This novel is written for younger readers. I would recommend this for young teens or advanced children. There are a couple of scenes of kissing but not graphic.
My review is taking into account the target age group. I think the story was fast paced . If written for an older audience it could’ve easily been two books. The author did a great job of including mature topics like: death of a parent, life/death, love, and self discovery. The topics were touched upon throughout the book but not in a way that would make the reader uncomfortable or have to question the topic too much. There is one scene with the death of a friend that is described as it happens during the story. I think it was tastefully done for the target audience.
A young reader will be able to easily relate to the main character. Our main character lives a very routine life but has a lot of responsibility placed on her shoulders. As she nears her “coming of age” she is made aware of a prophecy that forces her to reevaluate her life’s path and who she wants to be. She has to make some hard choices and learns to trust those around her in different ways. She makes mistakes, learns from them, and grows as an individual.
Our characters are all Egyptian gods, or half gods. So this is perfect for those interested in mythology from other cultures. The author makes it easy to dive into for those not well versed in Egyptian mythology (like me).
Overall it was a good read and I will recommend it to my young readers and teacher friends.
October 15, 2025
To Keep The Sun Rising by Miranda Lenwest
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The key to defeating chaos isn't order—it's light.
In ancient Egypt, two cat goddesses protect sleeping mortals with their unique powers, at a steep personal cost. Sisters Bastet and Sekhmet are cursed to wake only at night, where they fight and serve alongside their father, Ra, to maintain peace and ensure the sun rises each morning.
When a hidden prophecy is finally revealed, Bastet learns she is the only one who can prevent Apep, the god of chaos, from enveloping the world in darkness.
With new dangers at every turn, Bastet must uncover buried family secrets, master new powers, and navigate budding romantic feelings for her best friend if she wants a chance at breaking her curse and slaying the undefeated god of chaos once and for all.
Dive into the world of Egyptian mythology in this coming-of-age novel and join young gods and goddesses as they prepare to fulfill their destinies.
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If you enjoy ancient Egypt and its mythology and culture this is most definitely worth a read. It was definitely one of my favorite reads of all times. Thank you to the author for an arc copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review. I finished this book all in one day and one sitting with no breaks, that’s how good it was! I really loved getting to know each goddess and gods and having a little slow burn romance on the side! Thank you again to the author and I can’t wait to see what comes next for you and your writing!
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The key to defeating chaos isn't order—it's light.
In ancient Egypt, two cat goddesses protect sleeping mortals with their unique powers, at a steep personal cost. Sisters Bastet and Sekhmet are cursed to wake only at night, where they fight and serve alongside their father, Ra, to maintain peace and ensure the sun rises each morning.
When a hidden prophecy is finally revealed, Bastet learns she is the only one who can prevent Apep, the god of chaos, from enveloping the world in darkness.
With new dangers at every turn, Bastet must uncover buried family secrets, master new powers, and navigate budding romantic feelings for her best friend if she wants a chance at breaking her curse and slaying the undefeated god of chaos once and for all.
Dive into the world of Egyptian mythology in this coming-of-age novel and join young gods and goddesses as they prepare to fulfill their destinies.
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If you enjoy ancient Egypt and its mythology and culture this is most definitely worth a read. It was definitely one of my favorite reads of all times. Thank you to the author for an arc copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review. I finished this book all in one day and one sitting with no breaks, that’s how good it was! I really loved getting to know each goddess and gods and having a little slow burn romance on the side! Thank you again to the author and I can’t wait to see what comes next for you and your writing!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 18, 2025
I want to thank Miranda Lenwest for granting me to privilege of receiving an ARC copy of “To Keep the Sun Rising” through BookFunnel. I enjoyed this book. I have always enjoyed reading and learning about ancient Egypt and having the main character being one of my favorite of their gods was intriguing. It was a unique look at a familiar story.
Bastet has always been one of my favorites of the Egyptian pantheon. She is the goddess of cats of which her head is similar. She has other functions as well as Ra’s defender which are explored in this book.
Ptah was not as familiar to me as Bastet but I did enjoy learning more about him. I know it’s a fiction novel, but you have to admit that the best books about mythology include many things from research.
There were many other characters that I enjoyed including Ra, Hathor, Thoth, and Sakmet. I have heard many of the gods and goddesses mentioned in the book but the unique way they come together and work toward keeping the sun rising was a testament to the writer’s vision.
I truly enjoyed the book, but I was not a I can’t put it down which I required to rate a 4 star so I awarded this one 3.5 stars. I will gladly read any other books written in this world. And I would recommend it for people interested in Egyptian mythology and their pantheon.
Bastet has always been one of my favorites of the Egyptian pantheon. She is the goddess of cats of which her head is similar. She has other functions as well as Ra’s defender which are explored in this book.
Ptah was not as familiar to me as Bastet but I did enjoy learning more about him. I know it’s a fiction novel, but you have to admit that the best books about mythology include many things from research.
There were many other characters that I enjoyed including Ra, Hathor, Thoth, and Sakmet. I have heard many of the gods and goddesses mentioned in the book but the unique way they come together and work toward keeping the sun rising was a testament to the writer’s vision.
I truly enjoyed the book, but I was not a I can’t put it down which I required to rate a 4 star so I awarded this one 3.5 stars. I will gladly read any other books written in this world. And I would recommend it for people interested in Egyptian mythology and their pantheon.
October 7, 2025
TLDR: ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 3.75 stars
A lovely, low-energy read for the YA, Percy Jackson lovers who want a little more Middle-Eastern flavor! 🐍🌞
✍️ Writing Style:
1st person, YA prose. It’s a pretty easy read, and we see a lot of Bastet’s thoughts. 💭
📖 Plot & Pacing:
The plot is a classic Chosen Hero/prophecy unfolds story. The Egyptian mythology is interesting, and Lenwest does a good job setting the stage for how the world of the gods works. ⚖️
The pacing ebbs back and forth a bit, with some things happening really quickly and others taking some passage of time. The final battle scene didn’t have a great sense of tension, but it was enjoyable and satisfying. ⚔️
👥 Characters:
Our narrator, Bastet, had a great sense of discovery. She feels young, relatable to 13–18 y/o readers. Everyone and their dynamics were simple but interesting! Again, very YA, but enjoyable! I would’ve loved to see more of Keket! 🐱✨
Very much enjoyed this ARC read and would recommend it to anyone who loves YA, classic good vs. evil, and fantastical Egyptian mythology. 🌙📚
A lovely, low-energy read for the YA, Percy Jackson lovers who want a little more Middle-Eastern flavor! 🐍🌞
✍️ Writing Style:
1st person, YA prose. It’s a pretty easy read, and we see a lot of Bastet’s thoughts. 💭
📖 Plot & Pacing:
The plot is a classic Chosen Hero/prophecy unfolds story. The Egyptian mythology is interesting, and Lenwest does a good job setting the stage for how the world of the gods works. ⚖️
The pacing ebbs back and forth a bit, with some things happening really quickly and others taking some passage of time. The final battle scene didn’t have a great sense of tension, but it was enjoyable and satisfying. ⚔️
👥 Characters:
Our narrator, Bastet, had a great sense of discovery. She feels young, relatable to 13–18 y/o readers. Everyone and their dynamics were simple but interesting! Again, very YA, but enjoyable! I would’ve loved to see more of Keket! 🐱✨
Very much enjoyed this ARC read and would recommend it to anyone who loves YA, classic good vs. evil, and fantastical Egyptian mythology. 🌙📚
September 22, 2025
I am not typically one to read YA books, and this was extremely YA, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. This was a fantastic book, and although it is fiction - I learned a lot. I never even heard of Bastet before this book, and this makes me want to research the truth in the mythology and that’s what books are all about. They’re supposed to challenge your mind and teach you new things, as well as being entertaining - which this was. Beautiful coming of age story, amazing character growth and development. It was predictable, but in a satisfying way. I did feel as if it was short, I’m left wanting more. The ideas in my head are turning, maybe we can get a story about Ptah- maybe he has his own prophecy he needs to fulfill and maybe that story can have a bit more romance in it than this one because this one developed that. Or we can leave this alone as it is. Amazing either way. Can’t wait to see what else this author comes up with next.
October 7, 2025
This is YA and could easily be read by more advanced middle grade readers as well. My review reflects that.
The story is fun and cute. Bastet seems like a very young 18 year old, but as she's an immortal, I figured maybe their 18 is more like our 12. The friends-to-lovers side plot is sweet.
I wanted the setting to be MORE. I wanted it to be almost a character in the story. I wanted to really feel like I was in Egypt! Aside from a few references, this story could have been set pretty much anywhere. Maybe my expectations were just too high.
I was also confused about some of the aspects of the curse. It seemed like sometimes they would literally fall asleep at the break of dawn, but sometimes they did not? And Bastet kept saying she had absolutely no time outside of her work, but them she had plenty of time to train and go on quests. 😅
Anyway, this was a fun, light, cute story. I read an ARC copy and am very grateful to the author.
The story is fun and cute. Bastet seems like a very young 18 year old, but as she's an immortal, I figured maybe their 18 is more like our 12. The friends-to-lovers side plot is sweet.
I wanted the setting to be MORE. I wanted it to be almost a character in the story. I wanted to really feel like I was in Egypt! Aside from a few references, this story could have been set pretty much anywhere. Maybe my expectations were just too high.
I was also confused about some of the aspects of the curse. It seemed like sometimes they would literally fall asleep at the break of dawn, but sometimes they did not? And Bastet kept saying she had absolutely no time outside of her work, but them she had plenty of time to train and go on quests. 😅
Anyway, this was a fun, light, cute story. I read an ARC copy and am very grateful to the author.
October 14, 2025
📕 ARC Review ✨
To Keep the Sun Rising by Miranda Lenwest
Release date: October 14th
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This coming of age story set in ancient mythical Egypt is everything I didn’t know I needed. From powerful but relatable gods to conspiracies, prophecies, and ancient artifacts, I was amazed how much I was drawn in for such a quick read. The world building is rich and my only regret is that we didn’t get to explore more!
Following Bastet as she learns about herself, her family, and her heart was a joy. This is a YA fantasy with no spice but the romance still made my skin tingle and had me giggling.
Overall, this book was such a fun read and kept me turning pages from beginning to end. Thanks to this book, I’ll be obsessed with Egyptian mythology for a while and I hope we get to revisit this world in another book!
Thank you to author Miranda Lenwest for sending me a copy of this ARC. It was an honor to read 🤩
To Keep the Sun Rising by Miranda Lenwest
Release date: October 14th
~~
This coming of age story set in ancient mythical Egypt is everything I didn’t know I needed. From powerful but relatable gods to conspiracies, prophecies, and ancient artifacts, I was amazed how much I was drawn in for such a quick read. The world building is rich and my only regret is that we didn’t get to explore more!
Following Bastet as she learns about herself, her family, and her heart was a joy. This is a YA fantasy with no spice but the romance still made my skin tingle and had me giggling.
Overall, this book was such a fun read and kept me turning pages from beginning to end. Thanks to this book, I’ll be obsessed with Egyptian mythology for a while and I hope we get to revisit this world in another book!
Thank you to author Miranda Lenwest for sending me a copy of this ARC. It was an honor to read 🤩
September 23, 2025
Arc Reader
If you love mythology that actually respects the source material while still weaving in page-turning romance and heart-racing action, this book is an absolute gem.
One of the things that impressed me most was how accurately the Egyptian gods were portrayed. Too often they’re flattened into clichés or muddled with Greek/Roman traits, but here you get Bastet’s dual nature as both nurturing and fierce, Anubis’s solemn dignity as guide of souls, and even Thoth’s clever balance of wisdom and wit. The mythology isn’t just window dressing—it drives the characters’ choices and the stakes of the story.
On top of that, the romance thread is genuinely compelling. It never feels shoehorned in; instead, it grows naturally out of the characters’ struggles, and the tension between mortal vulnerability and divine destiny makes it feel earned. You’ll find yourself rooting for them.
If you love mythology that actually respects the source material while still weaving in page-turning romance and heart-racing action, this book is an absolute gem.
One of the things that impressed me most was how accurately the Egyptian gods were portrayed. Too often they’re flattened into clichés or muddled with Greek/Roman traits, but here you get Bastet’s dual nature as both nurturing and fierce, Anubis’s solemn dignity as guide of souls, and even Thoth’s clever balance of wisdom and wit. The mythology isn’t just window dressing—it drives the characters’ choices and the stakes of the story.
On top of that, the romance thread is genuinely compelling. It never feels shoehorned in; instead, it grows naturally out of the characters’ struggles, and the tension between mortal vulnerability and divine destiny makes it feel earned. You’ll find yourself rooting for them.
October 15, 2025
Mythology lovers, rejoice! This book is the real deal - respectful of the original tales, but still bringing the heat with romance and action. It's a total game-changer!
The (Fmc) Bastet's roots are in mythology, but the story transforms her into a lively, dynamic character whose fate depends on her chosen path ahead. The minor characters are also meticulously crafted, with their wisdom and strengths bringing the storytelling to life. The romance is captivating and magical, striking a balance between subtlety and intensity, emerging naturally, lending it an air of genuineness.
Mythology is the magic that makes this story tick - it's not just a decorative afterthought. What really wowed me was how meticulously the Egyptian gods were reimagined. As a result, you will inevitably become emotionally invested in their story.
The (Fmc) Bastet's roots are in mythology, but the story transforms her into a lively, dynamic character whose fate depends on her chosen path ahead. The minor characters are also meticulously crafted, with their wisdom and strengths bringing the storytelling to life. The romance is captivating and magical, striking a balance between subtlety and intensity, emerging naturally, lending it an air of genuineness.
Mythology is the magic that makes this story tick - it's not just a decorative afterthought. What really wowed me was how meticulously the Egyptian gods were reimagined. As a result, you will inevitably become emotionally invested in their story.
October 19, 2025
To Keep the Sun Rising
by Miranda Lenwest
This s an exciting adventure that follows our main character, Bastet. She is cursed to help her father, Ra, carry the sun every night. Her twin sister, Sekhmet, and her must find a way to prevent the world from eternal darkness while keeping their family safe.
I received a free copy of this book via BookFunnel and am voluntarily leaving a review. I loved the story's Egyptian mythology and how the author made it accessible for all readers to understand. The book even inspired me to look up more information on Egyptian mythology. Bastet felt like a typical young heroine with a sweet love interest. The content seemed acceptable and exciting for YA readers. I hope this book is the beginning of a fun and enjoyable series. I am looking forward to reading more books by Miranda Lenwest and sharing her work with the YA readers in my life.
by Miranda Lenwest
This s an exciting adventure that follows our main character, Bastet. She is cursed to help her father, Ra, carry the sun every night. Her twin sister, Sekhmet, and her must find a way to prevent the world from eternal darkness while keeping their family safe.
I received a free copy of this book via BookFunnel and am voluntarily leaving a review. I loved the story's Egyptian mythology and how the author made it accessible for all readers to understand. The book even inspired me to look up more information on Egyptian mythology. Bastet felt like a typical young heroine with a sweet love interest. The content seemed acceptable and exciting for YA readers. I hope this book is the beginning of a fun and enjoyable series. I am looking forward to reading more books by Miranda Lenwest and sharing her work with the YA readers in my life.
October 15, 2025
3.5 for me. I thought it was kind of slow to get into initially but I love Egyptian mythology so I was going to get through it. It did pick up the further I got into it though and I ended up blazing through probably the last half. I liked the mythological aspect a lot but I wish the world building was more in depth and included more of the ancient Egypt touches. Those aspects were there but I just wanted it to be more immersive, I think that is where my love for the topic makes me a bit biased honestly. Overall the characters were okay, I didn’t find the FMC to be particularly likable but she still kept me engaged and invested in her journey and fulfilling her destiny. Overall I enjoyed this read and I look forward to getting to read others that may be coming in the series!
September 29, 2025
✨ARC Review✨
I really enjoyed reading this book. This is a true YA story, so there is no spice…and let me say, even without the spice or a true romantic relationship, the world building in such a short story was beautifully written.
Bastet interactions with her friends and family, really helped to build connection to the characters. And although there is no romantic relationship between Bastet and her best friend, Ptah, their friendship and bond is EVERYTHING.
Overall, this was a very well written book. And although it was different than my normal choice in romantasy, I am so glade that I had the opportunity to read it 🫶🏼
I really enjoyed reading this book. This is a true YA story, so there is no spice…and let me say, even without the spice or a true romantic relationship, the world building in such a short story was beautifully written.
Bastet interactions with her friends and family, really helped to build connection to the characters. And although there is no romantic relationship between Bastet and her best friend, Ptah, their friendship and bond is EVERYTHING.
Overall, this was a very well written book. And although it was different than my normal choice in romantasy, I am so glade that I had the opportunity to read it 🫶🏼
October 14, 2025
I signed up to review this book because I thought the topic sounded intriguing. There was a lot more descriptions of Egyptian gods than I expected, but overall the book was pretty good.
A little suspense, a little romance, and a final battle make up this story, which I think would make the great start to a series of books.
It was a clean book as well. There were a couple references to one god having children out of wedlock, and death in the battle scene, but those were the only objectionable content that I noted.
A would categorize this as a quick and enjoyable read.
A little suspense, a little romance, and a final battle make up this story, which I think would make the great start to a series of books.
It was a clean book as well. There were a couple references to one god having children out of wedlock, and death in the battle scene, but those were the only objectionable content that I noted.
A would categorize this as a quick and enjoyable read.
October 17, 2025
Ahhh Egypt *sighs in dreamy longing*
If you look into some of the books I enjoy the most, many of them contain mythological elements. When the opportunity to review “To Keep the Sun Rising” as an ARC Reader presented itself, I had to sign up to dive into the world of the Egyptian gods.
This story is a fast-paced, coming of age tale that was enjoyable and relatable while seamlessly incorporates Egyptian mythology. It is a young adult novel that I am excited to share with my nieces and nephews. I easily recommend this one!
If you look into some of the books I enjoy the most, many of them contain mythological elements. When the opportunity to review “To Keep the Sun Rising” as an ARC Reader presented itself, I had to sign up to dive into the world of the Egyptian gods.
This story is a fast-paced, coming of age tale that was enjoyable and relatable while seamlessly incorporates Egyptian mythology. It is a young adult novel that I am excited to share with my nieces and nephews. I easily recommend this one!
October 30, 2025
Miranda Lenwest does a fantastic job in writing this entry to the Children of Ra series. I was engaged with what was going on this universe and how the characters worked overall in this story. I enjoyed this as a fantasy novel and thought the world was really well done and had that overall feel that I was wanting from a Egyptian mythology. I'm excited to see where Miranda Lenwest goes from here.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 30, 2025
I read this as an Arc. Rating 3.5-3.75. It’s a fun read. Once I got in I just had to keep reading hearing how the characters stories within their relationships fit together.
I didn’t love the very begining… just the way the world was introduced wasn’t my favorite. Once the story kicked off I was fully in! I think when my daughter is a little older she will love it too.
I didn’t love the very begining… just the way the world was introduced wasn’t my favorite. Once the story kicked off I was fully in! I think when my daughter is a little older she will love it too.
October 1, 2025
What a fun book that engulfs you in Egyptian history and lore. While having a fun adventure, you learn about the many gods and responsibilities. The book is a fun page turner following 2 sisters as they come into their own and learn what they are truly capable of.
The book is a good YA book a quick, easy read that hooks you till the very end.
I received this book as an ARC reader.
The book is a good YA book a quick, easy read that hooks you till the very end.
I received this book as an ARC reader.
October 9, 2025
Really enjoyed To Keep the Sun Rising! It mixes Egyptian mythology with a story about family, sacrifice, and finding your place in the world. The worldbuilding is super vivid, and I loved how Bastet’s mythology was reimagined—it felt both fresh and emotional. If you are a fan of Egyptian mythology, this could be right up your alley.
October 29, 2025
The book full of mysteries, action, and Ancient Egypt... this is interesting! One downside is the pacing, sometimes I read it quick and sometimes slow. Other than that, I like the cover of the book. Overall, I enjoy To Keep The Sun Rising!
I received a free copy in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. Thank you Miranda Lenwest!
I received a free copy in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own. Thank you Miranda Lenwest!
October 23, 2025
Imagine being stuck living in the dark, wanting to be in the Sun, being your fathers protector, guarding him so that everyone else can be in the sun.
Bastet is one of a set of twin Goddesses who are the children of Ra, in order to free herself and her sister she is the only one able to kill the God of Chaos, This is a great read. You do need to know a little about the great Egyptian Gods.
Bastet is one of a set of twin Goddesses who are the children of Ra, in order to free herself and her sister she is the only one able to kill the God of Chaos, This is a great read. You do need to know a little about the great Egyptian Gods.
October 24, 2025
I absolutely loved this book! Ever since I was a kid, I have always been a huge fan of Egyptian mythology, so this was the perfect read.
I received this book as an ARC copy and so happy to have come across it. You won't be disappointed!
I received this book as an ARC copy and so happy to have come across it. You won't be disappointed!
September 26, 2025
Thank you to the author for the ARC!
This was a fun read! This YA novel was well written and the historical Egyptian mythology was fun twist on the magic!
This was a fun read! This YA novel was well written and the historical Egyptian mythology was fun twist on the magic!
October 14, 2025
If you love Egyptian gods then this is a list read!!!
I received a free copy of this book via BookFunnel and am voluntarily leaving a review."
I received a free copy of this book via BookFunnel and am voluntarily leaving a review."
October 16, 2025
3.5/5
I was lucky enough to be a ARC reader. I enjoyed all of the Egyptian mythology but would have loved it more if it wasn't YA. Very well written. Fun read overall, but it was predictable.
I was lucky enough to be a ARC reader. I enjoyed all of the Egyptian mythology but would have loved it more if it wasn't YA. Very well written. Fun read overall, but it was predictable.
October 14, 2025
I really liked this book. I am a huge fan of ancient Egyptian mythology and this is probably the best one for me yet. The character of Bastet is also grounded in the mythology but the story brings her to life. She is a bright character who shines throughout the story and evolves into the goddess that she is meant to be. She has the human characteristics of doubt and worry so she’s not a flat character by any means. Sekhmet, Ra and Ptah are all amazing as well. The plot was addicting and I finished this in a day because I couldn’t put it down. I love it and I will probably purchase a physical copy for my shelf just because! I was an advanced reader for this book and am leaving this review voluntarily. It was amazing!
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