The new novel from D.K. Devonshire is an action-packed adventure, full of heart and mystery.Â
Will four misfit kids find a mystical, powerful artifact in time to stop an ancient queen’s return to power? Can they trust a mysterious man who claims to be an archaeology professor? After a surprise discovery, Jimmy, Margaret, Sascha, and Rodney are launched on the thrill ride of their young lives. And they aren’t the only ones searching for Queen Atanami’s scepter.
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Queen Atanami is one of the most compelling and complex villains ever to grace the page. Her backstory is rich and layered. She is ambitious and vengeful, but there is more to her than first meets the eye. Locked away for ages, fate will bring her face to face with the young protagonists. They will be forced to make a choice—resist or watch helplessly as she strives to reclaim her empire, which includes their hometown and everyone they know. Can they match wits with such a formidable foe?
D.K. Devonshire has had a love for archaeology from a young age, ever since he found his first arrowhead. He enjoys the thrill of uncovering the secrets of the past. These experiences inspired him to write The Archaeologist’s Club. He currently lives in Virginia, hard at work on the next adventure.
What people are saying—
"Family Matters With A Touch Of Magic
One of the greatest aspects of Devonshire’s story is his ability to weave various facets of the story together. The prologue makes sense when the scepter is discovered by Jimmy later in the book. Sam and Jimmy’s bond turns out to be the perfect setup after meeting Jimmy’s father, Dan, who appears more interested in his career than his family. Layering family dynamics on top of supernatural occurrences allows Devonshire to create an adventurous tale filled with mystery and magic while keeping the reader here on Earth. "Â
—from a review by Sarie Robertson on Reedsy.com