When Della Montrose leaves England, it isn’t for gold or glory—it’s to escape the slow suffocation of a life that no longer fits. After the quiet collapse of a once-promising love and years adrift since her naval career ended, she sets her course for Peru, drawn by a half-promised lead and the wild hope of finding something real. In the shadow of the Andes, the search for a lost Incan treasure quickly becomes a test of nerve, wit, and endurance.
From dusty coastal towns to jungle-cloaked mountains, Della navigates a land steeped in history and simmering with unrest. Guided by unexpected allies and hunted by ruthless rivals, she must untangle ancient secrets and survive the treacherous terrain to reach a treasure guarded not just by time, but by those who would kill to keep it hidden. As danger closes in, every choice could be her last—and every truth more costly than gold.
This is an epic adventure of survival, betrayal, and discovery. With keen intelligence and quiet resolve, Della Montrose carves her own path through the wilds of South America, where treasure is only part of the prize, and the real journey lies in what she’s willing to risk to find it.
