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By Craig A. Hart

The Maxwell Barnes Adventure Thriller Books

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Many centuries ago, the last great city of the Maya was conquered, laid waste by invading conquistadors. In the midst of the carnage, an eternal ritual was commenced. And the effects have lasted until this day. From the award-winning, bestselling author of the Shelby Alexander series, now comes the epic Maxwell Barnes series, archaeological adventure thrillers with a paranormal twist. When Maxwell Barnes, treasure hunter extraordinaire, and his best friend Axel Morales set out on a mission for their shadowy benefactor, they never could have imagined the dangerous journey they were about to embark on. In the heart of the Guatemalan jungle, they hear whispers of the legendary Ahrum, the last great city of the Maya, and the Crystal of Ahrum, said to have the power to restore an empire. But as Max delves deeper into the truth behind the city's downfall, he encounters a mysterious Mayan skateboard punk with a shocking story to tell, a gorgeous Spanish beauty with hidden motives, and a villainous foe who will stop at nothing to claim the crystal's power. Perfect escapist adventure for the armchair explorer, and for fans of James Rollins, Clive Cussler, Nick Thacker, and Ernest Dempsey.

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When the stakes are this high, betrayal always lurks... Maxwell Barnes is on a high-stakes scavenger hunt with no end in sight. The initial discovery of the long-lost Crystal of Ahrum has spiderwebbed into a much more complex adventure, threatening his relationships, worldview...and even his life. Having dropped off the first crystal fragment to their wealthy financier, Myron Crabtree, the intrepid group, led by Max and his lifelong friend Axel Morales, sets off to investigate the sites of ancient Egypt, lured onward by tantalizing clues found in Mayan codices. Max finds himself forced to rely on others and resist his own cynical nature to obtain needed information. But will this reluctant decision to trust end with tragedy? From the award-winning, bestselling author of the Shelby Alexander series, now comes the epic Maxwell Barnes series, archaeological adventure thrillers with a paranormal twist. Get it now to join the hunt...for the Crystal of Ahrum!

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The fate of the world hangs in the balance as Maxwell Barnes and his friends embark on a thrilling journey to uncover the final shard of the powerful Crystal of Ahrum. From the award-winning, bestselling author of the Shelby Alexander series, now comes the epic Maxwell Barnes series, archaeological adventure thrillers with a paranormal twist. The long quest for the Crystal of Ahrum has reached its climax, as the intrepid explorers--Max, Axel, Isabel, and Bembe--find themselves on the home stretch of a grueling adventure to reunite the Crystal's shards. Returning to Guatemala, Max and the gang race against a looming catastrophe, even as some prior assumptions about the mission are proven to be false. As unfamiliar players emerge, old questions are answered and new ones arise, leaving Max with the distinct feeling that something is going to go terribly wrong. Perfect escapist adventure for the armchair explorer, and for fans of James Rollins, Clive Cussler, Nick Thacker, and Ernest Dempsey. Order your copy now and join Maxwell Barnes and his friends on their journey to uncover the final shard of the crystal.

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Cover for Tibetan Secrets: The Origin Scroll

Back when humanity was young, many dangerous secrets lay undiscovered. Later, these secrets were written down by an old Himalayan scribe, anointed for this very purpose. His work became known as The Origin Scroll. From the award-winning, bestselling author of the Shelby Alexander series comes the epic Maxwell Barnes Adventure Thrillers. When Maxwell Barnes, treasure hunter extraordinaire, and his best friend Axel Morales were contracted by an American university to track down the legendary Origin Scroll, they looked forward to some nice, quiet treasure hunting. After all, what's in the mountains of Tibet other than wind and snow? Immediately upon landing, they begin to suspect things are much more complicated than they had expected ... and even more treacherous. But as Max delves deeper into the truth behind the Origin Scroll, he encounters a mysterious religious sect, a legendary creature, and a base camp with more closet skeletons than cans of Tibetan beer. Perfect escapist adventure for the armchair traveler, and for fans of James Rollins, Clive Cussler, Nick Thacker, and Steve Berry.

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Cover for Buried Danger

When adventurer Maxwell Barnes and his team uncover clues about a lost gold mine in Mexico's Sonoran desert, they think they've struck fortune's motherlode. But after a treacherous tumble down a rocky hillside, they discover something far more valuable buried beneath: something with unimaginable power. Teaming up with the cunning and ruthless Sergio, who wields his own nefarious agenda, Max and company race to unearth the secret. Or will they too end up among the buried? In this pulse-pounding short story, Max faces off against a wealth-hungry madman, an ancient power, and the scorching wrath of the desert sun.

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Cover for Tibetan Gambit: The Origin Scroll

High in the Himalayas, an ancient scroll holds unimaginable power ... ... A power that could prevent the apocalypse itself. Maxwell Barnes thought finding the Origin Scroll would bring him academic recognition. Instead, it brought him face to face with forces beyond his comprehension. When their plane is shot down by a mysterious sniper, Max and his team find themselves trapped in a deadly game of survival against ruthless adversaries who will stop at nothing to claim the Scroll's power. Teaming up with his best friends Axel and Isabel, Max must navigate treacherous mountain passes, decode ancient mysteries, and survive lethal traps set centuries ago. But as they venture deeper into forbidden territory, they discover they're not just fighting treasure hunters and zealots—they're fighting against time itself. Every step forward brings new betrayals, and every choice could be their last. Tibetan Gambit is a heart-pounding archaeological thriller that combines ancient mysteries with modern-day peril. Experience the fifth installment of the Maxwell Barnes Adventure Thriller Series and join the quest that will keep you turning pages long into the night.

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