THE SMOKE HUNTER by Jacquelyn Benson brings you the thrills of Indiana Jones, the action of Scott Mariani, the conspiracy of Dan Brown and the authenticity of Clive Cussler. Are you ready to join the adventure?

'Intrigue and suspense aplenty. A refreshing and original new voice' Scott Mariani

'The illegitimate love-child of Lara Croft and Indiana Jones... Fast-paced and action-packed' Stephen Leather

Chasing a threat born in smoke...

London, 1898. Archivist Eleanora Mallory discovers a map to a legendary city. But is it the key to unravelling an ancient mystery or a clever hoax?

Compelled to find out, Ellie journeys to Central America - with a merciless enemy hot on her heels.

In a race to uncover the map's secret first, Ellie is forced to partner with maverick archaeologist Adam Bates, a man she's not sure she can trust. Together, they venture into an uncharted wilderness alive with smoke and shadows, where an even greater danger awaits them.

For what lies there whispering to be unearthed has the power to bring the world to its knees.

Join Ellie and Adam as they battle rivers of scorpions, plummeting waterfalls and pre-historic death traps on the journey to uncovering a deadly secret that could shake the fate of the world.

"Fans of spirited heroines, dashing heroes, and perilous mysteries will love this rollicking adventure. A thoroughly engaging debut" - New York Times bestselling author Deanna Raybourn

"Indiana Jones meets Lara Crofts in Benson's engrossing action thriller. From the very first page, Benson entices readers ... one fun, wild ride of an adventure" - RT Book Reviews

"Are you ready for a grand adventure that has the flavour of an Indiana Jones tale? ... a very exciting read with lots of action" - Long and Short Reviews

"A great adventure story ... it actually did keep me guessing until the end" - WordsOfaPaige

"This debut novel is a girl's own rip-roaring adventure, pure escapism ... I enjoyed reading it immensely" - BeadyJans books

"A fresh and exciting tale with a fierce heroine at its core ... real escapism" - The Book Bag

"Action packed and dynamic ... an entertaining adventure" - Books, Life and Everything

"What a fun book! ... I was hooked" - Curiosity Killed the Bookworm