The Lost Road To Key West

Road To Key West #10

by Michael Reisig

The novel you’re about to read is a work of fiction. But the premise of this story is true – it actually happened. If you enjoy tales of lost treasures, wild adventures, ancient civilizations, and governments that sometimes bury truths, you’re going to like this one. M.R. In one of the most incredible plots Michael Reisig has ever created, he blends modern history and an ancient Egyptian chronicle to forge a story that is based on actual, but nearly unbelievable facts. What if, at the turn of the 20th century, two intrepid explorers actually discovered the ruins of an ancient Egyptian city inside the towering walls of the Grand Canyon? What if those explorers were killed, their discovery hidden, and the artifacts they unearthed (along with the chronicles of one of the most remarkable sea-faring, and culture-founding accounts in history) were stolen, and hidden in the basement of one of America’s major historical institutions? If you’re looking for a white-knuckle adventure of courage, extraordinary friendships, and “complicated” love affairs, all woven around contemporary and ancient historical accounts, this is the book! So, put on your boots, buckle up, and follow Kansas Stamps and Will Bell into the adventure of a lifetime, or two.

Genres: Fiction

222 pages, Paperback

Published May 14, 2019

About the author

Michael Reisig has been writing professionally for 15 years. He is a former newspaper editor and publisher, an award-winning columnist, and a best-selling novelist.

He is the author of six novels. His works have been optioned for motion pictures, sold to overseas publishers, and produced in CD, audio, and e-book format. He has been featured in magazines such as Writer's Digest and Southern Living, and in numerous newspapers across the country.

Reisig was born in Enid, Oklahoma, in 1948. The first son of a military family, he was raised in Europe and California before moving to Florida. He attended high school and college in the Tampa Bay area. After graduating from college, he relocated to the Florida Keys, establishing a commercial diving business in which he served as the company pilot, traveling extensively throughout the southern hemisphere, diving, treasure hunting, and adventuring.

From there he turned to journalism, putting many of his experiences into the pages of his novels and columns, going on to manage, then own newspapers.

He presently resides in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas where he fishes and hunts and writes his novels, and occasionally escapes to the Caribbean for another adventure.

Reviews

[Don Rich]

When you think of Will and Kansas, you expect a few things: action, adventure, mystical experiences, treasure, flying, smart animals, and beautiful women. The Lost Road to Key West doesn't disappoint in any of those departments! This one differs though in that it was based on a supposedly true and mysterious story that involves a century-old government coverup. And on the animal side, well, let's just say I'll never look at an Osprey the same way again. A great read, and great fun!

The adventure continues! Keep 'em coming, Michael!

[TJ]

One of my great thrills every 6 months or so is getting the chance to serve as a pre-reader for one of Michael Reisig's adventure novels. I've been a fan of his work for many, many years primarily due to the outstanding and creative plots that he generates, the memorable characters that he creates, and the sheer fun it is to read his books.
I'm happy to report that "The Lost Road to Key West" has all of these attributes!

Kansas Stamps and Will Bell's latest adventure takes them out of the Caribbean and way out west to the Grand Canyon to look for the remnants of an Egyptian visit to that part of the world thousands of years ago. Sounds fictitious, doesn't it? Well, Reisig has done his research on this subject and found newspaper articles from the early 1900s citing a variety of artifacts and items of an Egyptian nature dug up in the Grand Canyon. He mixes in some creative plotting with the factual evidence to create a wonderful, escapist read.
Reisig's fans will love the latest adventure of the two rapscallions and those new to his work will find an author that will soon become a favorite of theirs.

[Stanley McShane]

I love the outlandish sense of adventure of these two guys, long time buddies, Kansas Stamps and Will Bell. If they can't find a new adventure, you know it will find them and you will have something even more wild than before. The entertainment comes in the way that author Michael Reisig weaves his fiction adventure where truth lies. Somewhere, somehow, Reisig finds little known legends and wraps his artistic prose around it. Was it just a way to sell newspapers, or did the April 5, 1909 edition of the Arizona Gazette recount the actual discovery of a monstrous city-sized cavern within the walls of the Grand Canyon that contained artifacts of...Egypt? The author always throws in remarkable, charismatic, and empathetic support characters to augment the main characters and this time it is Connor O'Connor. He has also been hunting for the entrance to the cavern and together they pool info and resources. This could end well! Or not...This series is escapist amusement, entertaining, engaging and always a celebration of that exuberant post-Vietnam era, music, booze, and adrenalin. I was given an early pre-release copy of the novel for a read and review and this is my own opinion. Recommended for action-adventure lovers!

See my full review at https://rosepointpublishing.com/2019/...

[Mary Louise]

Another treasure to find

I love the history in Michael's books, I believe I have read all of the Key West books, and look for more. The adventures these guys have is so exciting. They let me feel I am part of the fun and danger. Like the characters have my back when encountering the danger, and I'm sitting in on the plans they are making. And finding the treasures, I can actually see the items of gold. I can feel the exhaustion when they are on the move, or in the bedroom. I so would love to sit down for a drink to help plan the next encounter. And again be part of another treasure to find.

Thanks Michael, for adding to the excitement of my life!

[Nick Sullivan]

Kansas, Will, and the gang travel to... the past!

I can honestly say I did not see this plot coming. What a wild trip into a history that may or may not have happened. Without spoiling anything, I hopped onto google after reading this book, and the thing they’re looking for really is based on something that was reported on by a couple explorers. Some debate about the veracity of the report, but no denying its an interesting choice of subject! As usual with Reisig, the thrills keep coming and there’s plenty of humor and fascinating characters!

[Jay Williams]

Great Entertainment

This book has an ensemble cast of rare and wonderful characters. Each is compelling in their own way, and together they provide great entertainment. The story concerns a lost civilization that lived in large caverns in the cliffs of the Grand Canyon. While the good guys want to bring the news to the world, the bad guys prefer the status quo. With many unique and loveable characters and one real stinker, the story provides both suspense and humor. Now I want to read more Road to Key West stories.

[Jeff Benham]

Will and Kansas are really living on the edge this time. Fresh back from a successful adventure, They run in to their friend Dax, who has an amazing story to tell and a map to back it up. An ancient Egyptian city in the Grand Canyon? That's nuts! This book feeds off of an actual expedition that took place over 100 years ago and the government has been trying to keep under wraps since. In fact people that have come across this end up not being heard from again. Right up Kansas and Will's alley! Very entertaining read.

[Barbara Hawks]

Great book

I so enjoy this book. What a adventure. I plan on reading all of Michael Reisig books. Just when you think all will slow down, a new adventure starts up again. I loved all the caritures in this book. The close relationship between them made you feel warm inside. Please read these books and enjoy the adventures.

[Frank]

Funny

This book is typical of this authors writing. They all are about treasure hunt and the difficulties they encounter during the search. The characters are created as funny wild individuals with amazing perseverance and luck. I have read 9 of the books in this series and enjoyed them all.

[David Taylor]

This is an entertaining archeology adventure story that takes a factual story and provides a "what if" by weaving some ancient history in with all the best parts of an adventure story. While this is my first The Road To Key West Book, I look forward to reading more of these.

[Landy Rayle]

Michael does itavain

I really enjoy this series . Kept waiting for an appearance by the mysterious Rufus but I guess this was out of his realm of responsibility. Good read love the coming out of the Osprey.

[Phillip Broom]

I like this book so much.It was funny ,suspenseful,you didn’t know what would happen to the good guys.They were chased all through the Bob.I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves to read.

[Bob]

So So tale of treasure hunters following clues to an ancient Egyptian settlement in the wall of the Grand Canyon and being protected by an official from the Smithsonian. A basic action /adventure tale simply written.

[John Scheibelhut]

Once again, into the fire.

I love to read about these two and their friends. There is insight into their thinking and frivolity throughout. The only way for you to enjoy these guys is to read one of their adventures. You'll become a fan.

[L. Christina Witherspoon]

If you like Egyptian history and American history you'll love this book

Who knew? I did some research and most of this book is true! How can it be so? Read on and enjoy this new adventure with our friends

[Lynn Sabourin]

Hard books to read slowly

I have read all 10 books and really enjoyed them all I Will read them all as they come out

[Evelyn Dorothy Sapp]

Adventure and Hidden Histery

Reisig reveals a tale of epic ancient secrets and men driven by unbridled greed and paranoia. Certainly a good read, certainly original.

[Thomas A Peden]

Great

Another fabulous tale of high times and adventure from this interesting wordsmith. The tale kept me captivated through out the whole story.

[Ronnie Thomas]

Fabulous!

I've read every book of this series and have enjoyed them all! Great adventures and makes one think. Can't wait for the next one!

[Michael R.]

The worst book

this is the worst book I have ever read
reisig should be ashamed. Really disappointed probably won't ever read another one of his books

[geezer]

Great read and great blot.