Salt Road

My dear Isabelle, in the attic, you will find a box with your name on it. Isabelle's archaeologist father dies leaving a mysterious African amulet. She takes a plane to Morocco to find out, but is almost killed in an accident. She must be careful when her rescuer, Taïb, offers to help uncover the amulet's history. It is a tale of souls wounded by history and love blossoming on barren ground.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 448 pages
\n Publication date: 04 March 2021
\n Publisher: Head of Zeus
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My dearest Isabelle,

In the attic, you will discover a box bearing your name. This box holds a mysterious African amulet, a puzzle left behind by your archaeologist father upon his passing. However, the question remains: what is this amulet, and why did he desire for you to possess it? Driven by impulse, you embark on a journey to Morocco, eager to unravel its secrets. But has your curiosity gotten the better of you?

Almost lost in an accident that damages the amulet, revealing more of its enigmatic nature, you realize the importance of caution. Yet, when your rescuer, Taïb, a knowledgeable guide familiar with the dunes and their people, offers to assist you in uncovering the amulet's history, you find yourself unable to resist the allure of unraveling the story of Tin Hanan, the legendary desert traveler who undertook a solitary desert crossing. Her descendant, Mariata, also plays a significant role in this captivating tale.

Spanning years and traversing the shifting sands of the desert, you embark on a quest to trace the Salt Road, intertwining the stories of Isabelle, Taïb, Mariata, and her lover. This tale unfolds as a tapestry of souls wounded by history and love blossoming in the barren landscape.

As you delve deeper into the mysteries surrounding the amulet, you discover that it holds a profound connection to the lives of these individuals and the desert itself. The amulet becomes a symbol of resilience, perseverance, and the power of love to transcend time and circumstances.

Through your journey, you learn to embrace the complexities of history, to understand the sacrifices made by those who came before, and to appreciate the beauty that can emerge from the most desolate of places. The amulet becomes a testament to the human spirit's enduring strength and the boundless possibilities that lie within us.

In the end, you return home with a newfound appreciation for your father's legacy and a deeper understanding of the world around you. The amulet, now a cherished possession, continues to inspire you, reminding you of the power of curiosity, the beauty of diversity, and the enduring spirit of love.

With warmest regards,
[Your Name]

\n Weight: 328g\n
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 33 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781789545272\n \n