Desert Rose

By RomCalms

Travel through time with American archaeology student Sarah as she embarks on a grand adventure that not only uncovers hidden secrets of an undiscovered pyramid, but also ignites an unexpected love story in the heart of Cairo. 'Desert Rose' will sweep you off your feet into the golden desert where Sarah and Khaled, a mysterious historian with a deep connection to the ancient structure, unravel centuries-old mysteries beneath starlit skies and amidst catastrophic sandstorms.

• Language: English
• Publisher: RomCalms
• Release date: Mar 28, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224309504

Book preview

Chapter 1

The city of Cairo, bathed in the gold of an Egyptian sunset, was a sight to behold from the window of an incoming plane. The sun painted the desert and the cityscape alike with its rich hues, making the Nile River shimmer like a liquid diamond, carving its way through the heart of Egypt. Sarah Mitchell, securely strapped into her seat on flight 627, gazed out at this breathtaking view with wide-eyed wonder. Her heart pounded in rhythm with the plane's hum as it descended closer to what would be her home for many months to come.

Sarah had often dreamt about this moment. As a child growing up in small-town Illinois, she had been fascinated by stories of ancient civilizations and their wonders. The pyramids, those enduring symbols of human ingenuity and testament to ancient Egypt's grandeur, had always held a special place in her imagination.

Now here she was, an archaeology student from America entrusted with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity - restoring one such forgotten pyramid back to its former glory. Her excitement bubbled within her like champagne in a flute; effervescent and unstoppable.

As soon as the plane touched down on Egyptian soil and taxied across Cairo International Airport's busy runway, Sarah collected her belongings and disembarked. She took a deep breath as she stepped into the terminal; there was something enchanting about breathing in foreign air for the first time that made it feel like some subtle initiation ritual into a new adventure.

She quickly spotted Professor Jenkins waving at her from across the