Fans of Indiana Jones, Stargate, and Edgar Rice Burroughs will enjoy Ancient Civilizations the most. However, the fast-paced action, unexpected twists, and great cast of characters should appeal to everyone. With this first book in the Lamentations and Magic series, the author has also set the scene for what promises to be a riveting saga. - Manybooks Editorial Review Stargate meets the Mummy in a compelling and intricately detailed historical fiction/sci-fi hybrid. Loved it! - Reedsy Discover "This book has lots to celebrate. The convergence of history, science fiction, and fantasy comes together nicely in Ancient Civilizations - it is multi-layered without being confusing...The best part about this book is the characters. Ben and Louisa are complex and filled with troubled pasts, yet have very grounded outlooks on life..." - Amazon Reviewer History is but a shadow of the truth. A jaded thief and an idealistic archaeologist form an unlikely partnership to solve an ancient mystery. Opposed at every turn by unknown forces, their journey takes them across 1880s Egypt in search of a lost temple to the other side of the universe, where magic is all too real. Being a foreigner’s bastard, Louisa learned early to take from the world before it took from her. Like a whisper in the sands of time, a stolen letter hints at the unimaginable: In the wake of Alexander the Great’s death, his empire fractured. Fighting over his remains, armies of pretenders to his legacy maneuvered within the parched plains and canyons of the Egyptian Sinai. Elements of those armies vanish, leaving a mysterious footnote to history—a footnote that sends Louisa to Egypt seeking answers and treasure. Archaeologist Dr. Benjamin McGehee is facing new beginnings. Consumed with preparing for his first Egyptian excavation and raising Abu, a recently orphaned teenager, Ben never expected the enigma that is Louisa Sophia. Joined on their quest by cavalrymen from the 13th Bengal Lancers, Ben and Louisa discover the impossible. A mystical artifact that transports them to the fabled Field of Reeds from Egyptian lore. Caught in the middle of a war and hunted for their unique knowledge, the desperate Earthlings confront a world where magic is common and alien races coexist alongside dwarves, elves, and humans. All of which are descended from Earth's ancient civilizations. Ben and Louisa must race to unlock the secrets of a long-vanished alien race or face the Lamentations. Can they survive long enough to find a way home? Ancient Civilizations is book one of a trilogy. Lamentations and Magic is a cross genre adventure combining elements of alternative history, archaeology, sci-fi, slow burn romance, coming of age, epic fantasy, military history, time travel, and found family. A note from the Author about some of the content: There are depictions of violence and some foul language. The profanity is used only when it fits the scene and the character. I believe Ancient Civilizations is