The Aztec Necklace (Chris Hamilton)

The Aztec Necklace (Chris Hamilton)

Buried in a desolate cave for centuries, entombed Aztec antiquities are resurrected. It is soon discovered that their macabre and strange energy has not been muted by the passage of time. They are passed from hand to hand, with each person hoping to unlock their true power, which is as mysterious as its past. During an attempted return to their rightful owner, a man suddenly disappears. Chris Hamilton along with his girlfriend, Sophia, begin a search for the missing man which draws them into a dangerous and curious hunt for the antiquities. Every clue they uncover reveals that they are now involved in a bizarre and deadly game. Chris and Sophia become entangled in a contest of cat and mouse between two old rivals, an up-and-coming ruthless politician, and the head of a crime syndicate, with the prized Aztec pieces as their only way out. Their circuitous journey takes them from the beautiful foothills of Monterrey, Mexico, to the sprawling plains of southwest Texas, as they go from being the hunters to becoming the hunted. As the tension grows, Sophia reveals an unusual secret she has been hiding, which entails a cat and mouse game of her own. All the mysterious and deadly events are finally revealed in a dynamic conclusion in The Aztec Necklace. Readers Favorite says - "The Aztec Necklace had me hooked from the start until the end... fast-paced and jam-packed with action... compelling plot with excellent writing...a captivating tale that will linger with you long after finishing the book." Booklife says - " This fleet-footed thriller by Jim Davidson (author of Snowfall in Virginia) seamlessly blends mystery, suspense, and historical elements into a rousing journey....Davidson flings readers into a tense ride, as Chris Hamilton and his family friend, Garcia, race to return stolen Aztec antifacts. .. .hidden secrets adds an intriguing aside that will keep readers guessing until the end... and will be swept into this breakneck tale of greed, immortality, and revenge." Publisher's Weekly says - "The Aztec Necklace is an engaging adventure thriller with well crafted characters and a compelling plot... neatly weaving together elements of suspense, history, and intrigue... a brilliantly composed adventure thriller which makes for a fine addition to the genre. The neat twist in perspective as protagonists Chris and Sophia go from being hunters to being hunted is both surprising and satisfying... inadvertently drawn into a bizarre and life-threatening hunt for Aztec treasure. This convincing dynamic partnership at the heart of The Aztec Necklace really sets it apart from other likeminded adventure novels." Publisher's Weekly says - The Aztec Necklace is an engaging adventure thriller with well crafted characters and a compelling plot. The fascinating storyline is delivered in a confident and professional manner, neatly weaving together elements of suspense, history, and intrigue.