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The Ark Files

Eden Black Archaeological Thrillers, Book 1

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The Ark Files

By: Luke Richardson
Narrated by: Claudia Campbell
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About this listen

A secret society...

An ancient manuscript...

One woman to save the world...

Professional treasure hunter EDEN BLACK is no stranger to action. After all, the artifacts she spends her life returning to their rightful owners aren’t always easy to access.

When Eden’s father dies in a plane crash, her life’s turned upside down. Grief turns to fear when she learns that it wasn't an accident. Everyone involved in an archaeological dig twenty years ago has met with a similar untimely end. Everyone that is, but Eden who was ten at the time.

When her father’s house is raided and burned to the ground, Eden’s forced into action. To learn the truth about her father’s death and save herself from sharing his fate, Eden must uncover the manuscript and expose its secrets once and for all.

But this time the world is watching, and not everyone is on her side.

THE ARK FILES is the first in a brand-new pulse-pounding archaeological thriller series by Luke Richardson. Fans of Dan Brown, Clive Cussler, and Ernest Dempsey will devour this in hours!

While THE ARK FILES has loads of conflict, chase scenes, fighting and suspense, there's no swearing, sex or gore.

©2022 Luke Richardson (P)2024 Luke Richardson
Action & Adventure International Mystery & Crime Mystery Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Suspense Thriller & Suspense Exciting

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I really liked this audiobook. It's an enjoyable, engaging and intriguing story that keeps you interested throughout, with just the right amount of suspense to maintain the flow. It's full of twists and turns, which kept me hooked from start to finish. The narrator’s voice is pleasant and easy to listen to, adding a nice touch to the overall experience. It's a great choice for anyone looking for a well-paced and entertaining audiobook. I’m definitely looking forward to seeing how Eden’s story continues.

An exciting story - engaging and well-paced

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My sort of story! Really enjoyed it. Thank you Luke. Looking forward to the next one

Simply just loved it

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I'm really sorry, because I don't like leaving poor reviews, but this is not engaging. It's either poorly written, or poorly narrated, I'm not sure which, or possibly both, but it is pedestrian and I am really struggling to finish it, with three hours to go.

Avoid. There must be better options.

Poor

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it was okay. Very implausible, quite ridiculous in places, not very original. Okay for a background noise. You can miss huge chunks and still get the gist. Narrator was adequate.

"Would everyone please stop getting shot?"

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I am 5 hours in and I have really tried. Hard to follow and all over the place. Everything over described and to the end degree. Still can’t tell you what it’s really about. But have lost the will to live. But that’s just me

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