by Alan Cumming
First published 2013
Kate Gallagher, a brilliant young archaeologist, stumbles upon a forgotten Zimmermanite ruin while on a dig in the remote Andes. The discovery propels her into a perilous quest to uncover the secrets of this long-lost civilization. Pursued by ruthless rivals, Kate must navigate a treacherous landscape, decipher ancient texts, and confront her own haunting past to piece together the Zimmermanite's astonishing legacy. With time running out, Kate's extraordinary find could unlock the key to humanity's origins – or unleash a force that threatens to destroy the world as we know it.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, archaeology
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: adventure, mystery, quest
Setting: Andes, Zimmermanite
Period: Ancient
278 pages · Hardcover · Trafford on Demand Pub