A mystery set in the jungles of Belize introducing Maya, a high school student living in Tucson, who realizes her hopes of joining an archaeoloical dig and her wildest dreams of fantasy and adventure.
She must confront drug dealers, kidnappers and her feelings for Balam, a Mayan boy she meets. With the help of her friends, both real ad spectral, she solves an ancient puzzle and helps the animals and people she loves. A different kind of young adult mystery adventure for readers who want to learn more about the Maya, archaeology, and diversity while enjoying a fascinating and realistic plot and just the right amount of fantasy.
SURGICALLY RE-WRITTEN and CONDENSED Feb-May 2013... A MONUMENTAL JOURNEY is an adventure mystery historical fiction novel that follows a young mans journey (with friends) to find Truth, happiness, purpose, and a long lost Norse tribe.
Twenty-eight years ago, Stan Parker and Angela Carpenter broke off their engagement when each wanted to go their separate ways.
Stan became a sheriff’s deputy, married a dispatcher, and had a daughter. His wife died 7 years ago leaving him l
