THE NINTH GATE OF SHADOWS

A dead man sends Professor Elias Drake a letter three years after his funeral.

Inside is a photograph of an impossible mirror.

Seven days later, Elias will be dead.

Disgraced archaeologist Elias Drake has spent years trying to rebuild his life after losing everything. But when a message from his deceased mentor leads him beneath an abandoned church in Venice, he discovers a hidden crypt, an ancient journal written in his own handwriting, and a terrifying warning:

You have seven days left.

Joined by the brilliant and stubborn Dr. Laila Mansour, Elias is drawn into a mystery that stretches across Venice, Cairo, Egypt, Russia, Bermuda, and Antarctica.

Pursued by an ancient organization known as Foundation Zero and haunted by reflections that should not exist, they uncover secrets buried beneath civilizations, forgotten memories, and the existence of something older than humanity itself.

As the Nine Gates begin to awaken, Elias must confront a truth more terrifying than death:

Some memories refuse to die.

And some doors should never be opened.

The Ninth Gate of Shadows is a mind-bending supernatural thriller filled with ancient mysteries, hidden civilizations, cosmic horror, and unforgettable characters.

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

• Dan Brown

• Blake Crouch

• Project Hail Mary

• Dark Matter

• The Da Vinci Code

• Interstellar

• Ancient mysteries and conspiracy thrillers

The first book in an epic trilogy that blends mystery, science fiction, adventure, and emotional drama into a story readers will never forget.