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Lucas Caine #4
The Search for the Fountain of Youth
Off the shores of the Outer Banks, a lost shipwreck beneath the Atlantic could hold the key to solving a centuries-old mystery and defeating life's greatest enemy: death.
Lucas Caine is struggling to get his deep-sea salvage operation off the ground. But when he makes a discovery off the coast of Nags Head, he finds himself in the middle of a 200-year-old secret government operation. It's mission: to find the Fountain of Youth.
Caught between a shadow agency and another mysterious group sworn to protect the Fountain at all costs, Lucas doesn't know who--if anyone--to trust.
With his best friend Darwin by his side, the team must trace a cryptic path originating from the ocean's depths on a high-octane search for the greatest treasure of them all. But one-by-one the team disappears.
Can Lucas end the quest and locate his friends while he runs for his life? Or will he be next?
In the tradition of Clive Cussler, James Rollins, and Dan Brown, this adventure will have you turning the pages. "Fans of Dan Brown are sure to enjoy this tale!" - Readers' Favorite Review
A 2019 Clive Cussler Adventure Award Semi-Finalist
Lucas Caine is struggling to get his deep-sea salvage operation off the ground. But when he makes a discovery off the coast of Nags Head, he finds himself in the middle of a 200-year-old secret government operation. It's mission: to find the Fountain of Youth.
Caught between a shadow agency and another mysterious group sworn to protect the Fountain at all costs, Lucas doesn't know who--if anyone--to trust.
With his best friend Darwin by his side, the team must trace a cryptic path originating from the ocean's depths on a high-octane search for the greatest treasure of them all. But one-by-one the team disappears.
Can Lucas end the quest and locate his friends while he runs for his life? Or will he be next?
In the tradition of Clive Cussler, James Rollins, and Dan Brown, this adventure will have you turning the pages. "Fans of Dan Brown are sure to enjoy this tale!" - Readers' Favorite Review
A 2019 Clive Cussler Adventure Award Semi-Finalist
338 pages, Paperback
First published November 20, 2018
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Caleb Wygal
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Caleb is a member of the International Thriller Writers and Southeastern Writers Association, the author of five novels, social media marketer, woodworker, occasional golfer, reacher of things on tall shelves, beach walker, shark tooth finder, and munchkin wrangler.
His two Lucas Caine Adventure novels, Blackbeard's Lost Treasure and The Search for the Fountain of Youth, were both Semi-Finalists for the Clive Cussler Adventure Awards Competition.
He is currently at work on the next book in the Myrtle Beach Mystery Series.
He lives in Myrtle Beach with his wife and son (the munchkin).
Caleb is a member of the International Thriller Writers and Southeastern Writers Association, the author of five novels, social media marketer, woodworker, occasional golfer, reacher of things on tall shelves, beach walker, shark tooth finder, and munchkin wrangler.
His two Lucas Caine Adventure novels, Blackbeard's Lost Treasure and The Search for the Fountain of Youth, were both Semi-Finalists for the Clive Cussler Adventure Awards Competition.
He is currently at work on the next book in the Myrtle Beach Mystery Series.
He lives in Myrtle Beach with his wife and son (the munchkin).
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October 8, 2020
Great adventure awaits for the reader that departs with Lucas Caine and his crew searching for the legendary Fountain of Youth!
Lucas Caine is a deep-sea treasure hunter, in business along with his brother Blake and friend Darwin. They have been searching for "The Patriot", the ship that sunk in 1814 with Aaron Burr's daughter Theodosia on board. In the story, the search for the boat had been ongoing for more than 200 years since it first sank in an effort to ascertain Theodosia's fate with the first search being commissioned by President James Madison, but until Lucas Caine, noone had been successful. Upon discovering the wreck, he also discovered an old corked bottle with a message inside. It seems that the message was far more important and desired than he or his crew could possibly imagine and there are those that not only want it, but will kill to get it and keep the information it gives a hint to secret. The book had me turning pages to discover what would happen next late into the night!
I received this book in exchange for an honest review from the author-- thank you!
Lucas Caine is a deep-sea treasure hunter, in business along with his brother Blake and friend Darwin. They have been searching for "The Patriot", the ship that sunk in 1814 with Aaron Burr's daughter Theodosia on board. In the story, the search for the boat had been ongoing for more than 200 years since it first sank in an effort to ascertain Theodosia's fate with the first search being commissioned by President James Madison, but until Lucas Caine, noone had been successful. Upon discovering the wreck, he also discovered an old corked bottle with a message inside. It seems that the message was far more important and desired than he or his crew could possibly imagine and there are those that not only want it, but will kill to get it and keep the information it gives a hint to secret. The book had me turning pages to discover what would happen next late into the night!
I received this book in exchange for an honest review from the author-- thank you!
September 23, 2020
This is a thrilling action/adventure novel with historical undertones, not unlike Clive Cussler or Steven Moore.
Lucas Caine, brother Blake, and friend Darwin Trickett are deep sea divers on historical shipwrecks. When they discover the ship that Aaron Burr's daughter Theodosia supposedly lost her life on 200 years ago, they also stumble on a secret that challenges everything they thought they knew and puts their very lives in jeopardy. Could the Fountain of Youth really exist? The people hunting them down seem to think so, and they will stop at nothing until they get what they want.
I enjoyed this book very much. Quite a fun read! Four stars.
Lucas Caine, brother Blake, and friend Darwin Trickett are deep sea divers on historical shipwrecks. When they discover the ship that Aaron Burr's daughter Theodosia supposedly lost her life on 200 years ago, they also stumble on a secret that challenges everything they thought they knew and puts their very lives in jeopardy. Could the Fountain of Youth really exist? The people hunting them down seem to think so, and they will stop at nothing until they get what they want.
I enjoyed this book very much. Quite a fun read! Four stars.
August 27, 2020
Another excellent novel by this author. It is a good build on the characters that he had introduced in his previous work (Blackbeard's Lost Treasure). I would highly recommend this to any fan of adventure fiction (tho it might help if you had read his previous work as he references it on a couple of occasions).
As far as the negative to say about this book, I noticed a couple of typos (missing words) but I was able to soldier on and figure the sentence out by the context.
Definitely another good effort by a new author. As I had mentioned previously, would highly recommend this author.
As far as the negative to say about this book, I noticed a couple of typos (missing words) but I was able to soldier on and figure the sentence out by the context.
Definitely another good effort by a new author. As I had mentioned previously, would highly recommend this author.
October 12, 2020
The Search for the Fountain of Youth - a review by Rosemary Kenny
Lucas Caine is a deep-sea salvage company owner, who with his joint-owner and close pal Darwin and his own younger brother Blake, is currently seeking to salvage an ancient wreck called the Patriot.
Though trying to keep their discovery quiet, they still have to report the wreck to the authorities, to keep salvage attempts above-board - and someone with nefarious overhears that information...in a most unbelievable way.
The involvement of a covert Presidential team causes both physical and verbal conflicts, ending in confusion and danger for anyone the salvagers get involved with.
At times there is so much happening in Caleb Wygal's The Search for the Fountain of Youth, it's hard to keep up, but overall his MCs Lucas, Blake and Darwin's adventures and dramatic events make this an epic action-thriller, that's sure to satisfy.
Grab a copy today and buckle up for a wild ride!
Lucas Caine is a deep-sea salvage company owner, who with his joint-owner and close pal Darwin and his own younger brother Blake, is currently seeking to salvage an ancient wreck called the Patriot.
Though trying to keep their discovery quiet, they still have to report the wreck to the authorities, to keep salvage attempts above-board - and someone with nefarious overhears that information...in a most unbelievable way.
The involvement of a covert Presidential team causes both physical and verbal conflicts, ending in confusion and danger for anyone the salvagers get involved with.
At times there is so much happening in Caleb Wygal's The Search for the Fountain of Youth, it's hard to keep up, but overall his MCs Lucas, Blake and Darwin's adventures and dramatic events make this an epic action-thriller, that's sure to satisfy.
Grab a copy today and buckle up for a wild ride!
April 13, 2020
Thriller readers of the world will want to read, "The Search for the Fountain of Youth." I absolutely love thrillers and it’s been some time since I’ve had a new author literally knock my socks off! This is one of the BEST rollercoaster, fun-filled, exciting, historical mystery stories that I have had the pleasure of reading!! Caleb Wygal is well on his way to being on par with James Rollins, Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child! I feel like I’ve just won a golden ticket!! I found the diamond in the rough!! I won the reader’s lottery!! This is one of those fantastic stories that you’re going to be yakking about for years!
December 24, 2018
Enjoyable Read
I've enjoyed all of Caleb's books and they get better with each one. This one kept me reading right up to the end. Good job, Caleb! Can't wait for the next one.
I've enjoyed all of Caleb's books and they get better with each one. This one kept me reading right up to the end. Good job, Caleb! Can't wait for the next one.
February 7, 2021
Fun Adventure
I bought this book on whim. Sounded interesting. It's listed as a YA book book but I wouldn't consider it YA. all characters are adults. Fun Adventure book. Totally enjoyed it. Definitely will be looking into authors other books.
I bought this book on whim. Sounded interesting. It's listed as a YA book book but I wouldn't consider it YA. all characters are adults. Fun Adventure book. Totally enjoyed it. Definitely will be looking into authors other books.
November 16, 2020
Lucas Caine with his best friend Darwin is trying to get his deep sea salvage business started. Then he makes a discovery off the coast of Nags Head that puts him in the middle of a two hundred year old government operation to find the Fountain of Youth. This is a very exciting and well written story that will keep you up late until you finish it.
July 16, 2022
A great cross between Dan Brown and National Treasure
Caleb Wygal once again takes his main character, Lucas Caine, and friends on a rollercoaster of a ride. This search for the Fountain of Youth should be the next National Treasure Movie!
Caleb Wygal once again takes his main character, Lucas Caine, and friends on a rollercoaster of a ride. This search for the Fountain of Youth should be the next National Treasure Movie!
July 24, 2024
The Search For The Fountain Of Youth
Good book although I like his Myrtle Beach series of stories better. More believable! Will continue to read his books!
Good book although I like his Myrtle Beach series of stories better. More believable! Will continue to read his books!
January 17, 2025
I love any book by Caleb Wygal! This one in particular I had trouble putting down! Lots of suspense! Really enjoyed it!
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