The Ember Trail
Reclusive cartographer Rowan Hale discovers a half-burned map hidden inside an antique compass, thrusting him into a perilous chase across deserts, jungles, and forgotten ruins. The ember-colored trail leads to the lost civilization of Athenar, rumored to hold a power that could reshape the world. Hunted by mercenaries and a cunning rival, Rowan must rely on instinct, courage, and a fire he never knew he carried. Each clue tests his limits and reveals pieces of his past. The Ember Trail is a fast-paced adventure of survival, betrayal, and discovery—where the greatest treasure lies not in gold, but in a heart that refuses to burn out.