by Simon Ruyer·Translated by Novel AI Studio
In the sun-baked sands of 1980s Egypt, John Seaway, a brash archaeologist with an uncanny knack for uncovering forgotten relics, races against time. Armed with an ancient compass that whispers directions to the truly lost, John isn't just seeking treasure; he's chasing the ghost of his father, a renowned explorer who vanished searching for a mythical oasis. When a shadowy organization, 'The Obsidian Hand,' unveils a plan to harness the oasis's power to rewrite history, John's hot-headed nature and reckless bravery are put to the ultimate test. He must navigate booby-trapped tombs, outwit cunning adversaries, and confront the very legends he once scoffed at, all while battling his own deep-seated fear of abandonment. The fate of time itself hangs precariously on his next expedition.
