N. J Hewetson

"When orphaned Mary Lennox comes to live at her uncle's great house with nearly one hundred rooms, she finds it full of secrets. Her uncle keeps himself locked up, and at night Mary hears the sound of crying echoing down one of the long corridors. The gardens surrounding the large property are her only escape. Then one day Mary discovers a secret garden, surrounded by walls and a locked gate. With the help of two unexpected companions, Mary discovers...

Uses the process of applying for the position of princess in the royal household in Thebes to present information about life in ancient Egypt.

Uses the process of applying for the position of soldier to present information about life in ancient Rome.