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King Solomon's Journey: Available Now On Kindle!

Order Today On Kindle!There are many tales of great treasures and extraordinary riches of the ancient world, buried or hidden beneath our very feet, some that are just waiting for someone to uncover them. From relics of untold power to hidden fortunes of unspeakable wealth, the hold of our past over our present is beyond measure. People spend their entire lives trying to uncover the clues, connect the dots, and discover the secrets history has left for us. Anthropologist Antonio Dominguez and spiritualist Amanda Messenger are two such people, devoting their lives to learning about those who have come before us, and the connection shared between us all. When they unearth the 3,000 year-old scrolls King Solomon sent up the Rio Grande in 939 B.C., however, they not only discover an invaluable piece of history, they unlock the key to saving humanity from potential catastrophe, embarking on an adventure greater than the sands of time could have ever predicted. Hunted by OPERA, an evil faction who will stop at nothing to steal the scrolls from them, Antonio and Amanda find themselves on the run and up to their necks in trouble as they race against time to solve the labyrinth and vanquish OPERA.
A high-speed chase through centuries of wisdom and intrigue, King Solomon's Journey is a fast-paced adventure full of romance, deception, and breath-taking thrills. Full of high-octane action, Sammy Sutton's debut novel tackles all the issues your mother warned you never to discuss: politics, religion, and sex. By basing its romantic element on the ancient text itself, paralleling the science and weaving a vivid tapestry of two people whose destiny revolves around the ability to conquer their inner demons, the novel produces a complexity of depth and vivid characterization that is rarely seen in its genre. King Solomon's Journey is a race-against-the-clock romance combined with a mission to save the world, and the action-packed adventure leaves you breathless, eagerly anticipating the second installment in the trilogy.

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Upon unearthing the scrolls, however, they also unleash the evil power of OPERA, a group who will stop at nothing to steal the ancient scrolls from Antonio and Amanda to use for their own purposes.
Rio Grande
A fast-paced adventure full of romance and intrigue, King Solomon's Journey tackles the issues no one wants to talk about: politics, religion, and sex. Fascinating, pulse-pounding, and full of breathtaking thrills, this high-octane, sexy adventure is reminiscent of Robert Zemeckis' Romancing the Stone, and newcomer Sammy Sutton takes things up a notch with a depth and complexity that will leave you waiting for book two of this three-part series.

Read: Amanda & Antonio Face to Face!
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King Solomon's Journey Excerpt: OPERA Briefing; Chapter 3

 "Verdi, Donizetti has called for a briefing regarding Professor Dominquez. Get Bellini on the screen in the briefing room. Now.""No problem, Berg."Berg connected with Puccini's communicator."Yeah?""Puccini. Where the hell are you?""Tactical." 

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King Solomon's Journey Excerpt: The Thirteens; Chapter 3

Rolling his eyes at the irony, she was confused, but genuine. He walked to the mirror and applied the witch's voodoo to his injury. At the very least, he'd received something from her. After several days of work, it was small, but tomorrow presented another day.Retreating to the desk, he removed his copy of the ancient texts, along with his notes for translation. Determined to use his time wisely, he would continue translating. For a brief moment, his thoughts returned to Amanda and the note, proof she felt a connection. The temptress exhibited no signs of experiencing a similar incident involving him. Antonio shook his head, and seriously thought he could be going crazy. He began studying the Ancient texts. The '13' suddenly intrigued him, ahava echad, 'love one'. The multilevel structure of the Ancient Hebrew fascinated Antonio with the emergence of more than one possible meaning. This one really captured his attention.The 12 Tribes became 13, when Joseph's birth-right passed to his two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh. America, a diverse nation, is home to people from all 13 Tribes, predominated by the 13th, Manasseh. America was Manasseh. Hell, America started with 13 colonies. The original flag reflected 13 stars, and 13 stripes. Regardless, many people feared the number 13. Hotels omitted the 13th room. Buildings stood, designed without the 13th floor. In Hebrew, it meant 'love one' yet, half the people in the world lived in fear of it. Antonio wondered if Amanda feared the number 13. Sure-as-hell she feared the translation 'love one'. Her assertions made it clear, if a hint or possibility of love threatened, she did not intend to get close to it. Antonio continued processing the implications. A boy comes of age at 13 with his bar mitzvah, celebrating his entry into manhood. Judaism had 13 principles. The Temple included 13 Gates: Shaar Ha'Elyon (The Upper Gate), Shaar HaDelek (The Kindling Gate), Shaar Habechorot (The Gate of Firstborn), Shaar HaMayim (The Water Gate), Shaar Yechonyah (The Gate of Yechonya), Shaar HaKorban (The Gate of Offering), Shaar HaNashim (The Women's Gate), Shaar Hashir (The Gate of Song), Shaar Nikanor (gate between the Women's Courtyard and the main Temple Courtyard). There were two minor doorways and two gates of relative unimportance without names.Maintaining this theme, the Seal of the United States encompassed the '13' it dominated. Reaching into his pocket, he removed a dollar bill. The U.S. Seal possessed 13 letters, 13 arrows, 13 olive leaves, 13 berries, 13 stars, and 13 constellations. Was it possible that the Founding Fathers and Authorities within the Government had always known? Antonio thought it sounded extreme, but the whole damn thing was insane. Tired, he concluded. Tomorrow, he needed to make progress with Amanda. Unable to boast of anything today, he had crashed and burned. It wasn't completely clear why, but he needed her, and he sure did want her.***The morning presented a new day, Antonio would deploy a new approach. He emerged from the shower. Standing in front of the lavatory, he squeezed toothpaste on his toothbrush, and glanced up at himself in the mirror. "Shit." He dropped his toothbrush, startled by his healed forehead. Lack of any evidence remained of the bruise or laceration from his fall into the cavern. This woman was more than she appeared. Cleaning his glasses, he placed his head near his reflection to inspect the former wound. It was supernatural. The situation now demanded that he get through to Amanda, failure not an option. Determined, he finished dressing and headed downstairs. Tommy called out to him, "Antonio!""Hey, Tommy."                                                             "I shouldn't be tellin' you this, but, I trust you." Tommy hesitated."Go ahead, what is it?" Antonio urged."She's leavin' today, three days early," Tommy, sounded shocked."She can't."Tommy revealed. "She booked a flight, and she's not flyin' home.""Where is she going, Tommy? This is more important than I'm willing to explain right now. Where is she going?" Tommy had to tell him."She's goin' to a cabin to write.""Where's the cabin?" Antonio insisted."I don't know.""Tommy, you do know. Understand I have another job. I am an anthropologist. I've found something. Amanda has connections with it. I knew it before I got here. She doesn't know yet, and her fears made it too difficult to explain, so I didn't get a chance to discuss it with her. It's important, Tommy. You were right; Amanda Messenger is very special in many ways that are similar to the books she brings you."Tommy believed him, knowing her on a personal level made Antonio's story less bizarre. "She is goin' to some cabin in New Mexico. I think close to Santa Fe."Tommy could have shot Antonio with a shotgun and shocked him less. Could it be supernatural or divine intervention, he didn't have time to decide. "Tommy, when is she leaving?""I'm takin' her to the airport at noon.""Thanks, Tommy." Antonio ran to his room, booking the 2:00PM flight back to New Mexico. He would take a cab to keep out of her sight prior to boarding the plane.Antonio packed in a rush, and planned to call Max. He would claim an emergency. After all, this was urgent. Solomon's words suggested a worldwide catastrophe. Maybe Tommy could find the name of the resort. How in the hell did she end up with a reservation in New Mexico?Antonio dropped his luggage by the door, glancing, he found a folded paper on the floor. Damn, the note was from M… 'M'?
                                                                Antonio,                                                I made a suggestion to her, Angel Fire Resort.                                                She is going there to write.                                                I knew you would need to know.                                                I would lose my job                                                 if it ever got out that I helped you like this.                                                                M. 

Max, weird, he didn't understand why Max would exhibit such behavior, acting as if he understood something depended on a connection between Amanda and Antonio. The Temptress ran from him now, but he tailed close behind her.***Ready to get away from Vegas, Amanda swore never to find herself near Antonio again. His powerful enticement left her unable to resist him. Without Tommy, as chaperone the night before, she would be in a worse predicament now. Relieved to be escaping, another glimpse of him could prove fatal."Miss Amanda, I hope Antonio didn't upset you last night." "No, he was a perfect gentleman. It's me, Tommy. It would mess things up for everyone, if I fell for some guy.""Well, Miss Amanda, if you don't mind me sayin', he's a great guy, and you're a nice lady. I was hopin' you would like him.""Tommy, he is a great guy. That is the problem." Tommy shook his head.
***Antonio rode in a cab to the airport to avoid attention. He planned to board the plane as late as possible to intercept the Sorceress. His phone rang."Hello? Tommy...She did? Did she say anything else? Okay, thanks a lot. I owe you big time."

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King Solomon's Journey: From The Back of The Book

Anthropologist Antonio Dominguez and spiritualist Amanda Messenger have spent years trying to uncover the clues, connect the dots, and discover the secrets history has left for us...

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King Solomon's Journey: Press Release

Daring couple entertains in fast-paced archaeological adventure series "King Solomon's Journey" by Sammy Sutton presents one duo's quest to save the human race


In "King Solomon's Journey" (ISBN 1456348175), Sammy Sutton tackles those issues your mother warned you never to discuss: politics, religion, and sex. The novel is the first in the series featuring anthropologist Antonio Dominguez and spiritualist Amanda Messenger, who, together, tackle a host of adventures, including the discovery of ancient scrolls.When Antonio and Amanda find the 3,000-year-old scrolls King Solomon sent up the Rio Grande in 939 B.C., they unlock the key to saving humanity from a possible catastrophe. With this newfound possession, however, the couple faces an enemy faction called Opera, a group who will stop at nothing to steal the ancient scrolls from Antonio and Amanda.  Readers will follow the 40-something duo—each just as lively as any 20-year-old—as they weave through this high-speed labyrinth of wisdom and intrigue. In order to reach the end of the maze and conquer the evil group, the couple must first tackle their personal demons—before the adventure catches up with them."It's like Indiana Jones in a romance racing against doom," Sutton said of this biblical adventure, which promises to hook readers on the ongoing "Dominguez Adventures" series. This balance of romance, humor and action will engage readers who appreciate a flair for biblical history. 

Read King Solomon's Journey Excerpt: The Thirteens 
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Sammy's Review of "Marlin Darlin" by Margaret Jean Langstaff

Garnet Sullivan, the woman men hate that they love. Everyone knows or has known a Garnet Sullivan, a bit of a humanitarian, and dog lover. She is skeptical, yet vulnerable. A curious diva with a history of falling for the wrong guy, smart, but she often feels inadequate.
In Marlin Darlin',  book one of the Garnet Sullivan Live From Florida series, Margaret Jean Langstaff provides her readers with a fabulous, adventure taken through the eyes of the hot diva Garnet Sullivan as she ventures to solve a murder mystery. She creates a hodgepodge of entertaining characters for the tenacious Garnet to encounter. Her murder mystery is brilliant, and clever. The story's integration of the awesome Florida landscape and lifestyle is fabulous fun.
The dynamics surrounding her relationships especially with Chester and Lance are wonderfully familiar without being trite. The adult education class Garnet teaches adds wonderful ingredients to the recipe of characters.
Garnet's twists and turns often had me laughing aloud. On the other hand, her spontaneity left me holding my breath at times.
Margaret Jean has created a superb and timely series with Garnet Sullivan Live From Florida. It is a wonderful break from everyday problems. I highly recommend this interesting story that achieves humor without sacrificing substance.
I loved Marlin Darlin', and I look forward to Margaret Jean Langstaff's next installment of Garnet Sullivan Live From Florida!  

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King Solomon's Journey: Press Release

Daring couple entertains in fast-paced archaeological adventure series "King Solomon's Journey" by Sammy Sutton presents one duo's quest to save the human race


In "King Solomon's Journey" (ISBN 1456348175), Sammy Sutton tackles those issues your mother warned you never to discuss: politics, religion, and sex. The novel is the first in the series featuring anthropologist Antonio Dominguez and spiritualist Amanda Messenger, who, together, tackle a host of adventures, including the discovery of ancient scrolls.When Antonio and Amanda find the 3,000-year-old scrolls King Solomon sent up the Rio Grande in 939 B.C., they unlock the key to saving humanity from a possible catastrophe. With this newfound possession, however, the couple faces an enemy faction called Opera, a group who will stop at nothing to steal the ancient scrolls from Antonio and Amanda.  Readers will follow the 40-something duo—each just as lively as any 20-year-old—as they weave through this high-speed labyrinth of wisdom and intrigue. In order to reach the end of the maze and conquer the evil group, the couple must first tackle their personal demons—before the adventure catches up with them."It's like Indiana Jones in a romance racing against doom," Sutton said of this biblical adventure, which promises to hook readers on the ongoing "Dominguez Adventures" series. This balance of romance, humor and action will engage readers who appreciate a flair for biblical history. 

Read King Solomon's Journey Excerpt: The Thirteens 
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