While cataloguing looted antiquities in Brussels, archaeologist Grace Madison discovers that her daughter has vanished in France, and her son’s bride has been attacked in Switzerland. After the Madisons unearth a relic whose taproot pierces the Ancient Near East, they realize that before they can save themselves, the must rescue an old friend. If he’ll let them.

They sacrifice hearts and lives in a race against eternity on a four-thousand-year-old trail crossing three continents.

Because choosing what’s right is all that’s left.

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About The Author

NLB Horton returned to writing fiction after an award-winning career in journalism and marketing as well as earning her Master of Arts degree in Biblical Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary. From her home in the Rocky Mountains, she writes, cross-country skis, gardens and researches ideas for her next novel. Horton's first novel in the Parched series, When Camels Fly, was released in May 2014.

Books by NLB Horton

The Brothers’ Keepers (Parched #2)

There is no instinct as carnal as a mother's drive to protect her children. Archeologist Grace Madison will soon find out how powerful that instinct can be.

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