Buried scrolls. Cutthroat rivals.
A discovery that rewrites history and...sparks a saga readers never want to end.

Darwin Lacroix has one shot to clear his family’s name. For decades, academia mocked the idea that a Roman treasure convoy vanished in the far north—right up until a scroll recovered from beneath Vesuvius hinted otherwise.
When a diamond cache surfaces in Iceland, Darwin jumps on the first flight to Reykjavik, determined to finish what his ancestors started. But he’s not the only one chasing the treasure.

A ruthless cartel wants it first, and they play for keeps.

Forced into an alliance with Eyr�n Stefansdott�r—a fearless volcanologist with her own ghosts—and a diamond expert who thinks “ethics” is a type of pasta, Darwin plunges into Iceland’s fire-scarred underworld. Beneath glaciers and hardened lava, a maze of tubes hides the prize.

As rivals close in, trust frays, and every choice becomes a gamble with no do-overs. Down in the dark, Darwin discovers that survival isn’t just about the treasure—it’s about the people you’d risk everything to protect.

ROMAN ICE launches an archaeological thriller series praised for its relentless pace, vivid detail, and surprising heart. Perfect for fans of Steve Berry, Clive Cussler, Daniel Silva, and Ernest Dempsey.

What readers say:

“Fast-paced from beginning to end… simply grabs hold of the reader and won’t let go.”
“Vivid imagery, rich characters… I cared more about the people than the treasure.”
“More twists and turns than the lava tubes!!”
“Pure magic. Believable characters. I want to take up caving now.”
“Great mix of real history, sharp science, survival mode, and humor.”
“The writing is concise. The science is real. The characters feel alive.”
“Couldn’t put it down. And the lava-tube idea? Genius.”
“Hooked from Iceland to the last page. This could be the next Indiana Jones.”

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