The Black Stone

by Michael Kircher

A Hydrologist about to publish his research on ancient water tunnels in Saudi Arabia, suddenly disappears. A Geophysical Engineer finds an ancient wood artifact in a gift shop in London, which leads him to India in search of clues to mankind's history. A Photojournalist, trying to escape his past, ends up in a prison in Teheran for photographing the wrong subject. A young Muslim merchant joins a secret team planning to change the course of Middle East politics. A former presidential advisor searches for a new life amidst chaos. In a chase across continents, this clandestine team attempts to unlock the secrets of the fabled 'Panther Catacombs'. In the process, they must face their tragic pasts to secure their future.

184 pages, Paperback

First published October 24, 2007