City of Gold

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A breath-taking thriller that uncovers the ancient legend of El Dorado Brazil, 1595- Sir Walter Raleigh leads an expedition through Amazonian jungles searching for a myth. He returns with tales of an extraordinary discovery. New York, present day- The financial world is terrified by rumours of a vast new source of gold, which could mean the downfall of the world economy. Rogue Special Operative Jack Marlow is sent to discover the truth, and following his only lead uncovers the brutal murder of an antique map dealer. But Jack isn't alone in searching for the gold - an ancient and deadly powerful organisation are one step ahead - and soon the race to find the gold turns into a race to stay alive.

Anton Gill was born in London and educated at Chigwell and Clare College,Cambridge. He has written on a wide range of subjects, especially contemporary European history, and published a series of thrillers set in Ancient Egypt. Until recently, he has divided his time between London and Paris, but now makes his home in London again.