A body in the lake.
No signs of struggle.
And a mystery that should not exist.

When investigator Emma Holmes is called to a quiet countryside estate, the case appears simple—until the details refuse to make sense. The victim is a wealthy outsider. There are no witnesses. And the only clue… is a faint footprint that suggests he wasn't alone.

But that is only the beginning.

As Emma and her partner, Henry Thompson, dig deeper, they uncover whispers of something far older than the crime itself—forgotten symbols, a missing book, and a relic tied to secrets buried for centuries. Each discovery pulls them closer to a hidden crypt… and to a truth someone is willing to kill to protect.

The deeper they go, the more dangerous the investigation becomes.

Because some secrets were never meant to be found.

And some relics were never meant to be uncovered.

WHY READERS CAN'T PUT THIS DOWN

A gripping detective duo with sharp, methodical minds
A layered mystery blending history, symbols, and hidden secrets
Twists that deepen with every clue uncovered
A chilling atmosphere where nothing is as it seems

Perfect for readers who love:

Historical mysteries, cryptic symbols, hidden relics, and suspense-driven investigations with a touch of the unknown.

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