About the Book

In a world where kingdoms rise and fall, and myths collide with reality, Daniel—prince of Judah, prophet, and reluctant hero—must navigate a landscape as perilous as the shifting sands of the ancient Near East. Forced into exile in Babylon, Daniel is thrust into the intrigues of kings and priests, where prophecies shape destinies and visions blur the line between the divine and the dangerous.

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Set across the fabled trade routes of the Royal Road, the Incense Road, and the Silk Road, this epic historical fantasy for young adults follows Daniel and his companions—Khufu the scholar, Nicais the warrior, and Azariah the shipmaster—on a journey to unlock the secrets of Solomon’s Chalice, rumored to contain the elusive living water that grants eternal youth. But they aren’t the only ones searching. Bastet, the cunning priestess of Ishtar, and ruthless pirates led by Azru-Baal seek to control the chalice for their own gain.

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As Daniel’s path takes him from ancient ports to Bali’s volcanic peaks, he discovers that true strength lies not in power or wealth, but in faith, loyalty, and love. In a race against time, Daniel must outwit enemies, confront dark forces, and unravel his own destiny before the fires of prophecy—and the volcano—consume everything.