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Through fast-paced and edge-of-your-seat action, The Mystery of the Ancient Map books teach children Biblical literacy and how to understand and appreciate God and his word through the stories of the Bible. The Brave Queen is the first book in the new Mystery of the Ancient Map series that expands the world of The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls, but it can be thoroughly enjoyed by listeners not familiar with Peter, Mary, and Hank’s previous adventures.

The Queen of Sheba’s magnificent camel caravan is nearing Jerusalem, where the legendary King Solomon—the wisest ruler to ever live—awaits. At the head of the journey is Jamaal, the queen’s most disciplined camel, who has spent his life committing Solomon’s proverbs to memory. Beside him, Buni, the guide’s curious and wide-eyed camel, is less interested in wisdom—he can’t wait to see the mighty warhorses of Solomon’s grand stables. But as the caravan enters the golden city, a desperate scream shatters the air.

In Jerusalem, in the early 20th century, a little girl named Malka - "queen" in Hebrew - dreams of dressing up as Queen Esther. It is the festival of Purim, and all the kids are looking forward to celebrating in their costumes. But Malka's mother doesn't have time to prepare a Purim costume for her. Where can Malka get a costume in time for the holiday?

Seven-year-old Lola Levine is fierce on and off the soccer field. She can do a slide tackle (although she's not supposed to) and even likes gooey worms. Nothing scares Lola! That is, until she's auditioning in front of EVERYONE for her class play. After Lola is overcome with stage fright, she's cast as Squirrel #2, a non-speaking part!