Description

When archaeologist Nora Kelly receives a mysterious letter from her father—written sixteen years ago but only recently mailed—she discovers a tantalizing clue to his disappearance and a legendary lost city hidden somewhere in Utah's remote canyon country. Driven by the promise of uncovering one of American archaeology's greatest mysteries and reuniting with her father, Nora assembles an expedition into the harsh wilderness to search for the vanished civilization that disappeared a thousand years ago. As her team ventures deeper into the unforgiving landscape, they begin to uncover evidence of an extraordinary discovery that could rewrite history—but the secrets buried in these ancient ruins come with a sinister price. Preston and Child masterfully blend archaeological intrigue with mounting dread, creating a gripping adventure where the pursuit of glory and truth becomes increasingly dangerous. What Nora finds will challenge everything she believes about the past and test the limits of her courage.

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paperback

Grand Central Publishing

Published Jan 1, 2000

566 pages

ISBN: 9780446608374

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Details

First Published

2000

Language

en

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Thunderhead by Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child.

Violence
Death/Grief