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One relic, two rivals, and a power older than the sun.
When archaeologist Cassidy Reyes survives a deadly trap in the Great Pyramid, she discovers her mother’s journal points to the fabled Sun God’s Heart, a jewel said to channel divine power. Ten years later, the same symbol resurfaces in Lima’s museums, and Cassidy must beat mercenary treasure-hunter Raven McAllister to a prize that could rewrite history, or end it.
ABOUT THE BOOK
She came for the treasure. He came for the glory. Only one can survive.
Deep in the Peruvian jungle, a lethal treasure beckons...
When brilliant archaeologist Cassidy Reyes discovers a long-lost clue to the Sun God’s Heart—a mythical Incan relic said to grant untold power—her world erupts into a whirlwind of danger and discovery. Haunted by her mother’s mysterious disappearance and determined to protect a sacred legacy, Cassidy must race across continents and into the heart of Peru’s ancient ruins before ruthless treasure hunters reach it first.
Enter James “Raven” McAllister—ex-special forces, infamous treasure hunter, and Cassidy’s fiercest rival. He’s chasing the Heart for his own reasons... and he’ll stop at nothing to get it.
As ancient traps awaken and enemies close in, Cassidy must trust her instincts, face the ghosts of her past, and confront a man who threatens to steal more than just the treasure—he might steal her heart.
The Sun God’s Heart is a gripping romantic adventure filled with:
- High-stakes archaeology and ancient legends
- Fiery chemistry and enemies-to-lovers tension
- Exotic locations, from the Great Pyramid to the Andes
- A fierce female lead determined to finish what her mother started
Fans of Lara Croft, The Mummy, and Clive Cussler will devour this fast-paced tale of passion, peril, and a priceless artifact that could change the course of history.
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READER PRAISE
“Temple-run suspense and a romance that absolutely smolders.”
“If Lara Croft met The Mummy but with Incan lore—couldn’t put it down.”
“Cora Price nails the balance of history, heart, and high-stakes twists.”
The Heart & Treasure Series Reading Order
Book 1: Sun God's Heart
Book 2: Eye of Ra
Book 3: Elephant Tusk of the Savannah King
Book 4: Sword of Shogun
Book 5: Emerald of Eldorado
Book 6: Norse Runestone
Book 7: Flute of Genghis Khan
Book 8: Jade of the Heavenly Maiden
Book 9: Trident of Poseidon
Book 10: Opal of Dreams
Book 11: Scarab of Isis
Book 12: Emerald Quill of the Alhambra
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MEET THE AUTHOR: CORA PRICE
Cora Price crafts action-adventure romances that fuse lost civilizations, pulse-pounding treasure hunts, and couples who fall in love while outrunning booby traps. When she isn’t poring over forgotten maps, she’s chasing the perfect espresso—and the next legend to unravel.
TROPES YOU’LL LOVE
Treasure-hunter heroine vs. mercenary rival → slow-burn alliance
Lost-parent quest & found journal clues
Ancient tech & celestial-alignment traps
Jungle temple finale under solar eclipse
Academic mentor + shady government interest
Enemies-to-partners, life-or-death confession moments
FEATURED LOCATIONS
Great Pyramid, Egypt – Queen’s Chamber: the prologue trap that started the obsession.
Lima, Peru – Mercado Central & Museo Nacional Archives: black-market clues and restricted manuscripts.
Oxford – All Souls College: Calderón’s map room and a compass that “knows how to find the sun.”
Espíritu Pampa Jungle, Andes: sentinel tree markers, hidden plaza, and the submerged temple.
Sub-temple Sanctum: chest beneath the southern column where Cassidy faces her mother’s fate.
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BOOK DETAILS
| Detail |
Information |
| Pages |
406 |
| Paperback ISBN |
TBC |
| Paperback Dimensions |
5 × 8 inches |
| Language |
English (US spelling) |
| Categories |
Adventure Romance; Archaeological Thriller; Treasure-Hunting Mystery; Romantic Suspense; International Thriller |
| Series |
Heart & Treasure, Book 1 |
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