Description
"I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The writing is tight and the story is well constructed. ...draws the reader in and makes you eager to find out what happens. I have no reservations in recommending this book to anyone."- Braxton DeGarmo, author of the MedAir series "... a unique mixture of historical fiction and modern mystery. I would highly recommend this to fans of historical fiction."- Turning the Pages "As the past and present collide, the action picks up and you're waiting breathlessly to see what happens next... a spellbinding tale!"- Bibliophilic "... transported me to another place and time with its historical detail, thrilling mystery, and well-written pages. I didn't want to ever have to put it down! The book will make you read it straight through from beginning to end and leave you wanting more."- Oh for the Hook of a Book "If you love deep books, with involved plots cleverly woven through history and fact, then this is the book for you!"- Amie's Reviews "There's never a dull moment! It is definitely one of those books that you won't want to put down once you pick it up."- Brooke Blogs E.M. Stone's books are diverse but all have one thing in common--they reflect her passions. From maintaining a healthy lifestyle ( Living the Thin Life and Living My Best Life , both written under pen name Elle Marie) to unearthing mysteries ( Aztec Curse ) to visiting her daughter in Paris (contributor to the anthology That's Paris , also as Elle Marie), she writes what she knows and loves.She's never far from her computer; by day she helps other authors publish their books, by night she writes her latest inspiration. When she does step away from the screen, she enjoys spending time with her husband, kids, and grandkids in their hometown of St. Louis.
Features & Highlights
- A centuries-old mystery. A long-lost chronicle. An impossible cipher that archaeologist Angela Hunter must solve before evil reawakens.
 - Over 700 years ago, a thriving Native American civilization suddenly vanished, burying with it one of archaeology’s greatest mysteries. The secret remained hidden — until now.
 - Linguistics expert Dr. Angela Hunter has discovered a primitive codex, yet the Cahokian Mound Builders didn’t have a written language. As she deciphers the foreign symbols, Angela unravels clues that connect a mystical ritual and a vindictive curse. Determined to prevent her bitter rival from sabotaging her find, she has only days to complete the translation from centuries past…
 - At the height of the Aztec Empire, 12-year-old Tototl escapes a vengeful shaman to find a new life in the north. But something has followed him. As he struggles to conquer the destructive force, he’s desperate to warn future generations about the danger.
 - With an ancient evil threatening to emerge, Angela is in a race against time to piece together the puzzle before civilization as she knows it disappears forever.
 - If you enjoy action-packed mysteries about ancient civilizations, you'll love this adventure that takes you on a journey in two timelines: the Age of the Aztecs and a present-day dig site with archaeologist Angela Hunter. Discover what might have happened to the famous Cahokians…
 





