Long before the Cinderella story became the famous European fairy tale we know today, there was another remarkable tale of a young girl called Rhodopis.

Born in Greece, Rhodopis is cruelly taken from her home and sold into slavery in ancient Egypt. Despite the hardships she faces, her kindness, courage and love of beauty endure. Along her journey she encounters the legendary storyteller Aesop, makes friends with animals, and eventually finds herself living in the household of a wealthy Greek merchant.

When her master gives Rhodopis a beautiful pair of rose-red slippers, jealousy grows among the other servants. Then, in an extraordinary twist of fate, the falcon Horus swoops down and carries one of her slippers away. What follows sets Rhodopis on an unexpected path towards the Pharaoh himself.

Beautifully retold by award-winning author Beverley Naidoo and brought vividly to life through the richly detailed artwork of Marjan Vafaeian, Cinderella of the Nile reveals the fascinating ancient roots of one of the world's most enduring fairy tales.

A captivating story of courage, kindness, jealousy, destiny and hope, this beautifully presented picture book offers children and adults alike a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world and the many different voices behind familiar stories.

A wonderful addition to any children's book collection, particularly for readers interested in fairy tales, Ancient Egypt, mythology and stories from different cultures.

This edition is a hardback published by Tiny Owl, with 32–40 pages depending on the catalogue record, and is aimed broadly at children around 7–11 years old.