Christian historical romantic suspense

Of Gold and Shadows

by Michelle Griep

Book 1 of the Time's Lost Treasures series

368 pages · First published 2024

In 1888 Oxford, England, aspiring Egyptologist Ami Dalton is determined to prove her abilities in a scholarly world that dismisses women, but her respectable public life conceals a dangerous secret: she is the Shadow Broker, a mysterious figure dedicated to rescuing Egyptian antiquities from the black market. When wealthy antiques dealer and aspiring politician Edmund Price seeks the expertise of Ami's renowned archaeologist father to evaluate a newly acquired collection, he unexpectedly finds himself working with the professor's capable and unconventional daughter instead. Their growing attraction complicates an already delicate arrangement, especially when a valuable golden griffin emerges among the artifacts, accompanied by rumors of an ancient Egyptian curse. As disturbing accidents and suspicious behavior threaten Edmund's household, Ami must determine whether the danger comes from supernatural forces or from someone with a far more earthly motive. With secrets mounting and their lives increasingly at risk, Ami and Edmund must rely on courage, faith, and each other to uncover the truth before the shadows swallow everything they hold dear. This atmospheric Victorian romance blends archaeological intrigue, hidden identities, dangerous secrets, and a spirited heroine determined to make her mark on history.