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Abandoned
Danielle Draganov was in no way the typical woman, if there was such a thing to describe a 25-year-old beauty. Instead of going to college like most of her friends, she got a job and spent her free time searching through abandoned buildings. Officially she was known as an urban explorer, an apt description for her escapades, but too simplistic to cover the range of her adventures. Danielle was considered something of a legend among her peers. She took her hobby seriously and without hesitation explored places others bypassed. Perhaps this is why she got in so much trouble in the first place.
Summer break arrived and Danielle begrudgingly enlisted the help of Gaius Cromwell, a book-smart nerd who used to live next door. This former neighbor lad was delighted to accompany her on these often dangerous expeditions. Gaius had always worshipped Danielle from afar and looked favorably on this golden opportunity to start a serious relationship. Danielle, however, would have none of it and stressed that he was nothing more than a pack mule, even though a wonderful friendship was born.
Then one day, while searching through an enormous abandoned piano factory on the South Side of Chicago, Danielle literally runs into Michael Paxton. He too is an abandoned building explorer. So begins a torrid romance with a significantly older man. The pair is inseparable and quickly becomes involved in numerous close calls, strange happenings, and barely avoids death at the hands of a creepy criminal organization known as the Reapers.
However, this is truly a tale of what goes on in the world of URBEX, or urban exploration. Located throughout the Chicago metropolitan area and surrounding suburbs, Danielle uncovers all sorts of treasures, some of them actually quite valuable. Unfortunately, Dimiter Draganov, Danielle’s father, has a dark secret from his past life in Bulgaria, which finally catches up to him. Interestingly enough, Michael Paxton also has a complicated background. In the end, all of these stories collide in a fantastic mess of gunfire, sacrifice, and derring-do.
So come along on one hell of a roller-coaster ride of thrills, as Danielle and company confronts a myriad of challenges. ABANDONED, by Derek Hart, is like nothing you’ve experienced before, unless of course you like traipsing around inside abandoned old houses and uncovering things you really shouldn’t. Throw in some unexpected twists, plenty of steamy sex, and some gritty violence and you’ll be glad you can experience all of this without leaving the comfort of your armchair.
Summer break arrived and Danielle begrudgingly enlisted the help of Gaius Cromwell, a book-smart nerd who used to live next door. This former neighbor lad was delighted to accompany her on these often dangerous expeditions. Gaius had always worshipped Danielle from afar and looked favorably on this golden opportunity to start a serious relationship. Danielle, however, would have none of it and stressed that he was nothing more than a pack mule, even though a wonderful friendship was born.
Then one day, while searching through an enormous abandoned piano factory on the South Side of Chicago, Danielle literally runs into Michael Paxton. He too is an abandoned building explorer. So begins a torrid romance with a significantly older man. The pair is inseparable and quickly becomes involved in numerous close calls, strange happenings, and barely avoids death at the hands of a creepy criminal organization known as the Reapers.
However, this is truly a tale of what goes on in the world of URBEX, or urban exploration. Located throughout the Chicago metropolitan area and surrounding suburbs, Danielle uncovers all sorts of treasures, some of them actually quite valuable. Unfortunately, Dimiter Draganov, Danielle’s father, has a dark secret from his past life in Bulgaria, which finally catches up to him. Interestingly enough, Michael Paxton also has a complicated background. In the end, all of these stories collide in a fantastic mess of gunfire, sacrifice, and derring-do.
So come along on one hell of a roller-coaster ride of thrills, as Danielle and company confronts a myriad of challenges. ABANDONED, by Derek Hart, is like nothing you’ve experienced before, unless of course you like traipsing around inside abandoned old houses and uncovering things you really shouldn’t. Throw in some unexpected twists, plenty of steamy sex, and some gritty violence and you’ll be glad you can experience all of this without leaving the comfort of your armchair.
266 pages, Paperback
Published March 6, 2018
About the author
Derek Hart
37 books93 followersDerek Hart is the prolific author of 30 action and adventure novels, known for their historical accuracy, while still maintaining a high level of entertainment. Romance is also a vital part of Derek Hart's trademark style and his novels generally appeal to men and women alike. Mr. Hart authored Secret of the Dragon's Eye, his first novel aimed at all age groups, which met with instant success and outstanding reviews. The author has since followed with Secret of the Dragon's Breath, Secret of the Dragon's Claw, Secret of the Dragon's Scales and Secret of the Dragon's Teeth. The final volume of the 6-episode series, Secret of the Dragon's Wings, will be available in December 2018.
List of published books:
Secret of the Dragon’s Eye
Secret of the Dragon’s Breath
Secret of the Dragon’s Claw
Secret of the Dragon’s Scales
Secret of the Dragon’s Teeth
Secret of the Dragon’s Wings
Claws of the Raven
Danger Cruise
Favor for FDR
Crooked Cross Factor
Tracks of the Predator
For Love or Honor Bound
Tales of the Yellow Silk
Element of Surprise
Seas Aflame
Ice Flotilla
High Altitude Low Opening
Tangles of Truth
Shadows in Replay
Flag of Her Choosing
Tidal Trap
Dangerous (Poetry)
Executive Firepower
The CARLA Conspiracy
The Wreckchasers
Minerva's Shield
Nike's Chariot
Apollo's Plague
Abandoned
Before the Dead Walked
Mercury's Wings
Books coming soon:
Neptune's Trident
Saturn's Fire
By the Moon Darkly
Broadmoor Manor
Tails of Thaddeus
Game Over
The Samuel Clemens Affair
Pearl and Topaz
Enchanted Mesa
Eagle Blue
Last Guidon
Excess Baggage
Operation Sovereign
Primary Weapon
Container
List of published books:
Secret of the Dragon’s Eye
Secret of the Dragon’s Breath
Secret of the Dragon’s Claw
Secret of the Dragon’s Scales
Secret of the Dragon’s Teeth
Secret of the Dragon’s Wings
Claws of the Raven
Danger Cruise
Favor for FDR
Crooked Cross Factor
Tracks of the Predator
For Love or Honor Bound
Tales of the Yellow Silk
Element of Surprise
Seas Aflame
Ice Flotilla
High Altitude Low Opening
Tangles of Truth
Shadows in Replay
Flag of Her Choosing
Tidal Trap
Dangerous (Poetry)
Executive Firepower
The CARLA Conspiracy
The Wreckchasers
Minerva's Shield
Nike's Chariot
Apollo's Plague
Abandoned
Before the Dead Walked
Mercury's Wings
Books coming soon:
Neptune's Trident
Saturn's Fire
By the Moon Darkly
Broadmoor Manor
Tails of Thaddeus
Game Over
The Samuel Clemens Affair
Pearl and Topaz
Enchanted Mesa
Eagle Blue
Last Guidon
Excess Baggage
Operation Sovereign
Primary Weapon
Container
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