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The Eye of Nineveh

AMAZON UK BLACK, MYSTERY & THRILLER #1 BESTSELLER
AMAZON UK BLACK URBAN FICTION #1 BESTSELLER 

Years ago, they unearthed an artifact—rumored to be a gift from the gods. Now, it has vanished from the British Museum… into the wrong hands.

London. Natasha Travers’s life is unraveling. Forced to work alongside her soon-to-be ex-husband, Lucas Redmond, the brilliant archaeologist is shaken when a priceless gemstone they discovered six years ago disappears. And when Lucas is accused of the theft, Natasha suspects a setup.

But the stakes turn deadly when a ruthless terrorist delivers an ultimatum: recover the gem, or he’ll kill her parents. With just thirty-six hours to unravel cryptic clues, Natasha and Lucas must navigate a perilous web of deception, betrayal, and buried secrets. Yet with every step, the lines between trust and treachery blur—especially when her heart still beats for the man who betrayed her.

Can they prove Lucas’s innocence, outwit a dangerous enemy, and reclaim the stone before time runs out?

The Eye of Nineveh is the pulse-pounding first book in The Acquirers archaeological thriller series. If you love flawed heroes, high-stakes suspense, and exhilarating adventure, then dive into Desmond G. Palmer’s gripping action tale today.

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The Cursed Treasure

They’re Tracking the Truth Across the World. But With Shadowy Figures Pulling the Strings, Will Calling on the Gods of Old Lead Them to Their Graves?

Natasha Travers lives for adrenaline hits. After an unexpected twist forces her to remain co-owner of a business with her ex-husband, former SAS captain Lucas Redmond, the skilled treasure hunter is desperate for an escape.

When a friend calls from Romania with tales of strange South American coins, she jumps on a plane. She dives straight into a global conspiracy.

The artefacts show Peruvian deities of creation and death. Tests reveal they're made from an unknown metal. Natasha learns of her friend's ties to the local mafia, a spreading epidemic, and an ancient curse. She fears humanity could face a genocidal threat.

Caught between her past with Lucas and present dangers, Natasha must navigate treacherous terrain. Every clue brings them closer to the truth—and peril. Will their quest unleash catastrophe or save billions?

The Cursed Treasure is the second book in The Acquirers series. If you love conflicted characters, breath-taking adventures, and heart-stopping twists, you'll be captivated by Desmond G. Palmer’s race against the clock.

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The Marques Of Death

In a race against time, Natasha and Lucas must uncover the identity of Nemesis and prevent a devastating war.

When a series of assassinations rock the royal family of the alpine country of Bebiria, tensions between them and the neighbouring nation of Keguia escalate. As the clock ticks and the body count rises, archaeologist Natasha Travers, Lucas Redmond and the king's second son, Tomaz, are determined to uncover the true identity of the killer known as Nemesis. But what they find is a twisted web of secrets and lies that threatens to plunge the two countries into war. As they race to unravel the mystery of the Marques of Death, they must also confront their own pasts and the darker side of human nature.

Can Natasha and Lucas stop the killings and prevent a catastrophe before it's too late?

The Marques of Death, the third book in The Acquirers archaeological thriller series, will keep you guessing until the very end.

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The Musa Deception

What is the secret of Mansa Musa's gold?

Natasha Travers and Lucas Redmond, agents of MI6's Section 7, are dispatched to Jamaica to investigate the disappearance of two fellow agents who were investigating the enigmatic voodoo priestess, Madame Aurora De'ath. However, they soon discover that Madame De'ath possesses a mysterious influence over Lucas, and she compels Natasha to embark on a quest for the hidden Mansa Musa gold if she wishes to free him from the spell.

Their journey takes them across the ancient lands of the Mali Empire, where they must navigate treacherous encounters with African warlords, rival treasure hunters and the New Enlightened Order (N.E.O.), a secretive society intent on using the gold for their own ends.

With danger lurking at every turn, Natasha and Lucas gradually unravel a far-reaching conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of the world. As they face unrelenting adversaries, Travers and Redmond find themselves in a race against time, driven by the urgency to uncover and thwart the malicious intentions of the N.E.O.


Can they summon every ounce of their courage and skills to put an end to the nefarious plan before it's too late?

The Musa Deception, the fourth book in The Acquirers archaeological thriller series, immerses you in a gripping tale of action, adventure, and suspense, that will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

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The Magdalene Creed

Prepare to be swept away on an exhilarating and pulse-pounding journey that will leave you gasping for breath from the very first page.

In The Magdalene Creed, acclaimed archaeologist Natasha Travers and former SAS captain Lucas Redmond embark on a perilous expedition to unearth the legendary Holy Grail.

As they navigate treacherous landscapes and delve into the depths of history, the tension mounts with every twist and turn. An adversary relentlessly pursues them, determined to claim the grail for their own dark purposes, as Natasha and Lucas find themselves entangled in a heart-stopping race against time, where the stakes are nothing short of life and death.

Unveiling shocking revelations about Mary Magdalene's true role and the chalice's unimaginable power, Travers and Redmond are locked in a high-stakes battle for truth and survival. From the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean to ancient crypts steeped in secrets, they must decipher cryptic clues, solve ancient puzzles, and outwit their adversary at every step.

Will Natasha and Lucas unravel the mysteries of the Magdalene Creed, or will they become victims of a dark conspiracy that spans centuries?

The Magdalene Creed, the fifth book in The Acquirers archaeological thriller series, is an electrifying adventure that dares you to uncover the truth, and challenge everything you thought you knew.

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The Acquirers Collection Vol. 1

THE EYE OF NINEVEH
In London, Natasha Travers and her soon-to-be ex-husband, Lucas Redmond, are faced with a crisis as a rare gemstone, believed to be a divine gift, disappears from the British Museum. Their complicated history becomes even more entangled when Lucas is accused of the theft, and Natasha is threatened by a notorious terrorist. With a tight deadline of 36 hours, they must decode cryptic clues to prove Lucas's innocence, save Natasha's parents, and recover the precious artefact. Their race against time is a thrilling test of their love, wits, and determination.

THE CURSED TREASURE
Natasha Travers, an adrenaline-seeking archaeologist, partners with her ex-husband, Lucas Redmond, in a quest involving mysterious South American coins found in Romania. These coins depict Peruvian deities and are made of an unknown metal. As they delve deeper, they uncover ties to the local mafia, a spreading epidemic, and an ancient curse, raising fears of a genocidal threat. The race to uncover the truth unfolds as they balance on the edge of launching a catastrophe or saving countless lives.

THE MARQUES OF DEATH
In a high-stakes race against time, Natasha, Lucas, and the prince of Bebiria, Tomaz, must unveil the enigmatic assassin Nemesis and avert a devastating war. When a wave of royal family assassinations sparks tensions between Bebiria and Keguia, they plunge into a harrowing investigation. Uncovering a web of dark secrets and lies, they confront their own pasts and humanity's darker side. The clock is ticking as they strive to stop the murders and prevent a catastrophic showdown between the nations. Will they succeed before it's too late?

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The Silk Road Star Map

Get ready for a whirlwind expedition filled with danger, discovery, and the timeless allure of the Silk Road, set against the backdrop of a cosmic event like no other.

When a long-lost star map resurfaces in Agra, Natasha Travers and Lucas Redmond are drawn into a web of intrigue that spans continents—from the vibrant streets of Kathmandu to the shadowy mountain passes of Bhutan. As they follow cryptic clues left behind by archaeologists of the past, they uncover a conspiracy that could not only rewrite history but unlock the deepest mysteries of the cosmos, all connected to the rare alignment of the planets.

But with ruthless adversaries at their heels and the fate of nations hanging in the balance, Natasha and Lucas must navigate ancient temples, hidden labyrinths, and perilous landscapes, leading them closer to the ultimate truth behind the Silk Road star map—a revelation that could either illuminate the enigmas of the cosmos or plunge the world into chaos.

From the majestic palaces of Agra to the peaks of the Himalayas, The Silk Road Star Map, the sixth book in The Acquirers archaeological thriller series, is an adrenaline-fuelled adventure that will leave readers breathless.

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