Discounted price at http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/drenick
----In this historical mystery, thriller, an archaeologist stumbles upon a marker near Jerusalem that is part of an elaborate cipher. The implication of the cryptic message leads to a politically risky undercover dig in the middle of modern-day Jerusalem. ----Ramon, a talented young archaeologist, is the project leader. He has to maintain a believable cover story while he unravels the mystery of the cipher. There are other interested parties. Ramon is wickedly clever, but the Palestinian operative is highly motivated and has unexpected resources. ----The Babylonians are the ruling power. Jerusalem has a nasty habit of rebelling. The prophet Jeremiah knows the end is near. The Temple is likely to be destroyed. He must protect one of its sacred articles. With the city under siege and food running out, the order in Zion is breaking down. Can he complete his mission in time? ----Discover how Ramon's and Jeremiah's paths converge in the river of time.