Based on true historic facts.
A priest is found brutally murdered, hanging from the altar of an ancient church.
Clutched in his hand: a mysterious silver tablet-possibly a key to the legendary treasure looted during the sack of Rome by the Goths in 410 AD.
From the glittering mosaics of Ravenna to a forgotten rock tomb deep in the mountains of Southern Italy, suave Professor Cariello and hardened Colonel Camarata are drawn into a dangerous investigation. What begins as a murder case quickly spirals into a high-stakes chase through ancient history, religious secrets, and deadly conspiracies.
The hunt for a two-thousand-year-old mystery has begun.
"If you love Dan Brown or Umberto Eco, you'll be hooked on the Cariello series."
"For fans of historical thrillers, hidden treasures, biblical archaeology, and true historical intrigue."
"A gripping ride from start to finish. Think Indiana Jones-but set in Italy. Impossible to put down."