Aztec Adventure

Ambassador Mahit Dzmare arrives in the center of the multi-system Teixcalaanli Empire only to discover that her predecessor, the previous ambassador from their small but fiercely independent mining station, has died. But no one will admit that his death wasn't an accident - or that Mahit might be next to die, during a time of political instability in the highest echelons of the imperial court. Now, Mahit must discover who is behind the murder, rescue herself, and save her station from Teixcalaan's unceasing expansion.

The year is 1521, and Tenochtitlán burns. Wracked by plague and war, the majestic Aztec empire begins to crumble. As their beloved capital city falls to the ruthless Spaniards and hordes of vengeful tribes, the Aztecs make a last-ditch attempt to secretly save their heritage before it’s lost to the sands of time forever. Meanwhile, in the modern day, a string of high-profile robberies lays waste to archaeological sites and museums across Mesoamerica, overshadowed by a brewing nationalistic fervor which threatens to topple already fragile countries.

SOME LEGENDS ARE TOO POWERFUL TO UNCOVER Artifact recovery specialists Sean Wyatt and Tommy Schultz are on the verge of the discovery of a lifetime. Partnered with another friend from the archaeological community, Craig Freeman, they are hot on the trails of one of the most sought after artifacts in history--a lost scroll created by the Greek inventor, Archimedes. In the ancient city of Petra, what they find is not what they expected. The discovery leads to betrayal, leaving Sean and Tommy to be forgotten to the shadows of time. After a miraculous escape, the two must unravel a series of ...

When Jonathon Roth and his family are invited by their neighbors, the Beasleys, to join them at a luxury retreat in Cozumel, who can refuse? It’s the perfect winter getaway. Relaxing on the beach, gourmet food, sightseeing, and free accommodations. But if it sounds too good to be true, it is. Villa Sara de Calakmul, owned by mysterious tycoon Jacob Calakmul, is more isolated compound than private resort. Armed guards patrol the jungle perimeters. Pictures of previous guests—long disappeared—adorn the walls.

Praise for Book 1 of the Joe Hawke series, Amazon UK #1 Men’s Adventure, Amazon UK #1 Military Thriller, “Similar type of adventures to Andy McDermott and Scott Mariani.” “Great read. I really enjoyed this book, a great start to a new series.” “Top notch action-adventure book. Excellent adventure book with plenty of action and suspense - the story idea is great too. It’s well edited - Rob Jones is a name to remember.” THE REVIVAL OF AN ANCIENT CULT A PLAN TO KILL MILLIONS A TERRIBLE REVELATION... As the ECHO team expand and forge a renewed trust in one another, THE AZTEC ...

The date is 4 Jaguar 1 Monkey 1 House November 25th 2012 by the old reckoning and the Aztec Empire rules the world. The Aztecs' reign is one of cruel and ruthless oppression, encompassing regular human sacrifice. In the jungle-infested city of London, one man defies them: the masked vigilante known as the Conquistador. Then the Conquistador is recruited to spearhead an uprising and discovers a terrible truth about the Aztecs and their gods.

For Jonathon Roth and his family, a vacation in Cozumel became a nightmare. Pawns in a deadly ritual, Roth and his children barely escaped with their lives, and with the secrets of mastermind Jacob Calakmul. Calakmul’s endgame: to fulfill the Jaguar Prophecies—the foretelling of an inevitable Armageddon, one that will destroy entire nations. The key to stopping it is to retrieve an ancient codex—if Roth can decipher it.

Written by a leading historian of Latin America, Conquistadors and Aztecs offers a timely portrayal of the fall of Tenochtitlan and the founding of an empire that would last for centuries.

The Conquest of New Spain is a tale of adventurers out to gain their fortune and save their souls and the horrifying actions some of them took. Diplomacy, love, deceit, luck, as well as battle all have their roles to play. The story takes extra care to be as historically accurate as possible, citing many sources and only filling in the dramatic, gory, shocking, and triumphant details. Enter the tale to learn, think, and be entertained by the true conflict between the great and refined Mexica Empire and the crude invading Spaniards. The wheel of fortune spun again and again in Hernando’s ...

"The Actual Route of the Gods" is your hilarious, irreverent, and genuinely useful guide to exploring the ancient heartland of Mexico. Inspired this book ditches the glossy platitudes and dives headfirst into the glorious, chaotic, and delicious reality of traveling through Mexico City, Puebla, Tlaxcala, Veracruz, and Oaxaca. Join us on a journey from the bustling streets of CDMX, where Aztec ruins peek out from beneath colonial cathedrals, to the pyramid-studded plains of Teotihuacan. We'll help you conquer the magnificent National Anthropology Museum without losing your mind, and guide ...

Heir apparent, young Prince Ahkin feels unprepared for leadership after his father's death. His royal blood controls the power of the sun, and he’s now responsible for the lives of all the Chicome people. Despite all Ahkin’s efforts, the sun is fading - and the end of the world may be near. For Mayana, the only daughter of the Chicome family whose blood controls the power of water, the old emperor’s death may mean that she's next. Ahkin must marry before ascending the throne, and Mayana is one of six noble daughters presented to him. Those who are not chosen will be sacrificed.

What can one young boy do against a man determined to conquer an empire?Horses, sailing ships, Mayans, pyramids and conquistadors... Unbroken is being hailed as “a great read for all ages!” Felipe Ferrer's young life is turned upside down when Hernan Cortes rides into the Ferrer stable yard. Cortes, planning to lead his conquistadors to Mexico, is in desperate need of horses. When Felipe’s father refuses to sell his prize stallion, Majesty, Cortes cheats him out of the horse and sends Ferrer to debtor’s prison. To save Felipe from the same fate his father arranges for the boy to go ...

If you are curious about how the extraordinary Aztecs lived and ran their empire, then pay attention! The remarkable Aztecs formed a vast, organized empire renown for military prowess, expansive trade, intriguing culture, and ingenious agriculture - all from an island in a swamp. But where was their mysterious homeland of Aztlan? How did they ascend to dominance in the Valley of Mexico?

The Timekeepers is a secret organization of kids that keeps the course of history on track—and history needs them—a villain named DeLay is causing chaos! When the hands on their watches start to spin backward, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it’s up to them to put things right…

Brody's heart races as he locks eyes with a mesmerizing woman at his local watering hole. Little does he know, she's been searching for him to unravel a centuries-old mystery. With tales of hidden treasure woven into the vibrant tapestry of Texas history, she lures him on a perilous journey into the heart of the Lone Star State. From the azure waters of the Gulf Coast to the sun-drenched vistas of the Panhandle, Brody is swept up in a quest that promises adventure, breathtaking scenery, and a chance to solve one of the Southwest's most enduring enigmas. But with each step deeper into the ...

Chris Summers is on a late spring vacation to the Pacific coast of Costa Rica to enjoy some surf and sunshine away from his home the Pacific Northwest. He shares a sensual afternoon with fellow tourist Megan Hopkins after meeting her on a deserted beach. But what starts out as a tropical fling turns into a dangerous pursuit across two continents. There is passion and peril in this adventurous romance in which ancient cultural treasures fuel human greed.

A Boy Scout camping trip becomes quite lively with the finding of Aztec treasure in a small desert cave.

For generations, the forests of Ixachipan have echoed with the clash of weapons, as nation after nation has fallen to the Empire of Songs - and to the unending, magical music that binds its people together. Now, only two free tribes remain. The Empire is not their only enemy. Monstrous, scaled predators lurk in rivers and streams, with a deadly music of their own.

2024 BRONZE MEDAL WINNER GLOBAL BOOK AWARDS – MYSTERY / DETECTIVE CATEGORY "So many interesting aspects to snag the reader’s attention.” –The New York News JournalFoundling Museum archivist Wrenn Grayson is called on to resolve two conspiracies. The call from the first is closer to a fading whisper since it steps out of 1879. It revolves around a small temple-like structure, known as a folly, and Thomas Longstretch, the stained-glass artisan hired to design the folly’s windows. Longstretch’s extended stay on the Summoner Park estate coincides with the disappearance of a ...

Destination: Mexico. The Global Protection Force has summoned Secret Agent Jack Stalwart to Mexico to hunt down a stolen map leading to hidden Aztec gold. Suddenly, he finds himself trapped in the hands of one of the most treacherous treasure hunters in the world. Can Jack stop Callous Carl and his band of thieves before they plunder again?