The Adventure Begins: ZARA-X: Quest of the Flame – Book One: True North° Is Now Available!
After countless hours of research, writing, revising, and bringing an incredible cast of characters to life, I’m excited to officially announce the release of ZARA-X: Quest of the Flame – Book One: True North°!
The journey begins today.
True North° is the first installment in an ambitious eight-book young adult adventure series that blends historical mysteries, archaeological discoveries, ancient civilizations, and pulse-pounding treasure hunts into one unforgettable story. If you’ve ever dreamed of uncovering secrets hidden beneath centuries of history—or wondered what would happen if a simple school assignment uncovered a mystery capable of changing everything—this series was written for you.
Pre-launch for the animation series…coming soon!
Every Great Adventure Begins with One Clue
Sixteen-year-old Kai Palakiko never expected a journalism assignment to change his life.
When he discovers a forgotten clue hidden inside one of Salt Lake City’s oldest cathedrals, Kai unknowingly picks up the trail of the unfinished investigation that consumed his missing father’s life.
Joined by an unforgettable team of friends—including brilliant researcher Mila Vasquez, fearless photographer Ava Lee, tech genius Zeke Lund, athlete TJ Jenkins, passionate advocate Naomi Owasu, comic-relief historian Liam Duffy, and adventurous dreamer Madison Johnson—Kai begins unraveling a mystery that has remained hidden for centuries.
What starts with a mysterious symbol quickly expands into an adventure involving:
- Ancient puzzles waiting to be solved
- Hidden chambers beneath historic landmarks
- Forgotten archives
- A legendary Phoenician ship
- A weathered notebook filled with unanswered questions
- And an old brass compass that suddenly refuses to point north
As the clues begin to connect, one thing becomes terrifyingly clear:
They aren’t the first people searching.
Someone has been watching.
Someone knows exactly what they’re looking for.
And someone intends to keep the truth buried forever.
Where History Meets Adventure
One of the things that makes True North° unique is its foundation in real places, real history, and authentic archaeological mysteries.
Readers will journey through historic cathedrals, museums, forgotten landmarks, and the shores of Utah’s Great Salt Lake while uncovering mysteries inspired by ancient civilizations, exploration, navigation, and centuries-old legends.
The story combines the excitement of a cinematic treasure hunt with themes of friendship, courage, faith, curiosity, and discovering who we become when we’re willing to follow the unknown.
If You Love…
If you’re a fan of stories like:
- National Treasure
- Indiana Jones
- Outer Banks
- Percy Jackson
…then ZARA-X: Quest of the Flame was written with you in mind.
Readers who enjoy archaeological adventures, historical mysteries, clean YA fiction, ensemble casts, ancient civilizations, cryptic puzzles, and page-turning suspense will find plenty to love in this series.
Although written for young adults and teens, True North° is equally enjoyable for adults who appreciate intelligent adventures filled with mystery, humor, and heart.
This Is Only the Beginning
True North° is just the first chapter of a much larger story.
Across eight books, readers will follow an epic trail of clues stretching across continents, civilizations, and centuries as Kai and his friends pursue one of history’s greatest unsolved mysteries.
Every discovery leads to another question.
Every answer unlocks another door.
Every clue brings them closer to a truth that could change everything they thought they knew about the past.
Start the Hunt Today
The first clue is waiting.
The compass has begun to move.
The adventure starts now.
ZARA-X: Quest of the Flame – Book One: True North° is now available on Amazon.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of adventure stories, a history enthusiast, or simply looking for a clean, exciting novel the whole family can enjoy, I invite you to join Kai and his friends on the first leg of an unforgettable journey.
Because sometimes a compass doesn’t tell you where to go.
Sometimes…
it tells you when to begin.
Welcome to ZARA-X: Quest of the Flame.
The hunt has officially begun.
BOOK ONE NOW AVAILABLE ON AMAZON!
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