Basalt Breath and Stone Echoes: Secret Thrilling Story in Ajanta and Ellora
About this ebook
Ancient secrets are breathing. And someone is trying to choke them.
When Manoj, a meticulous history buff, and Aditi, a fearless young explorer, arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora, they expect a journey through India’s golden past. Instead, they stumble upon a modern-day conspiracy hidden within the rock-cut basalt.
A cryptic message etched where no tourist should find it leads them into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. A shadowy organization is hunting for a legendary artifact rumored to be hidden deep within the caves—an artifact that could change history, but at a devastating cost to the monuments themselves.
Bound by a vow to protect the heritage they love, Manoj and Aditi must:
Solve ancient riddles using their wits and deep knowledge of Buddhist and Hindu iconography.
Outsmart a ruthless enemy in a race against time through the labyrinthine corridors and sheer cliffs of the Sahyadri hills.
Protect the sanctuary without leaving a single scratch on the priceless frescoes and sculptures.
In a world where greed threatens to erase the past, can two friends save the caves from a silent destruction?
"The Silent Echoes of Ajanta" is a pulse-pounding thriller that celebrates the majesty of Indian heritage while delivering a non-stop ride of mystery and suspense.
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About the author
Manoj Dole writes action-adventure fiction for readers who prefer their stories fast, loud, and dangerous. A lifelong explorer and adrenaline junkie, they specialize in "unputdownable" thrillers that take characters to the edge of the world and back again.
When they aren't at their desk dreaming up new ways to put their heroes in peril, Manoj Dole is usually out exploring the Great Outdoors.
