Archaeology Stories

Felix Swift is a teenager with a big problem; He just can't stay awake. And falling asleep at the wrong moment has already caused him more trouble in the past year than most people will ever experience. Relocating to the countryside with his family brings with it a whole new set of problems. Missing persons, freak storms, crop circles, all-night raves, the local gang, not to mention the challenge of baby-sitting his annoying little brother. His time in the 'arse-end of nowhere' is proving to be every bit as wild as his years growing up in South London. But as Felix soon discovers, village life also holds the keys and the clues to the adventure of a lifetime, and an opportunity to nurture the seeds of friendships that will last forever. ***************************************************************************** Dear Readers, If you are enjoying The Brightlings, please don't forget to vote for each chapter, and feel free to comment (provided you don't post spoilers). Receiving the tiny little stars and additional interaction really spurs me on, and certainly helps to point more people towards my story. I'd love to hear from you, if you like what you are reading, but I'm afraid that I can't promise an instant reply as I'm pretty flat out these days. Finally, it really shouldn't need to be written here, but just a quick note with regards to intellectual copyright and my use of this platform to write/publish The Brightlings; All rights reserved. This work is all of my own creation, and I retain the right to publish it elsewhere, or to remove it from this platform at any time in the future should I choose to do so. ---- I will not accept any excuses from those that copy or intend to pass this work off as their own, or republish it elsewhere without my permission. ---- Ok.... so now that is out of the way, there's nothing left to say, except "buckle up, hold on tight, and enjoy the ride!" Cheers, Ric #1 Environment #1 Tunnel

1938. Liam Lawson, a New Zealand archaeologist with a reputation as an adventurer, lives for thrill, fame, and stories best told over a glass of whisky. When he receives an anonymous letter leading to the legendary, lost Berber city of Timgad al-Mafqud, he does not hesitate for a second. Deep in the heart of the Sahara awaits a golden amulet - a symbol of eternal love, created for a queen who sacrificed everything for a forbidden feeling. He is joined by Isack Hadjar, an Algerian historian and linguist - a man of principles, precision, and deep respect for the heritage of his ancestors. He can decipher ancient inscriptions and knows the desert better than anyone else. He agrees to take part in the expedition not for treasure, but to protect a historical site from being plundered. Their shared journey across the sands of the Sahara quickly becomes more than a scientific expedition. Sandstorms, the ruins of forgotten temples, and the dangers of the desert intertwine with the growing tension between two fundamentally different men. Irritation slowly gives way to trust, and glances begin to speak louder than words.

මේකත් , "මේ ලෝකයේ" තවත් ආත්ම සහකරු දෙන්නෙක්ගේ ජීවිත කතාවකි.....🤍🕊️🦋

Book 1 : The Love That Remains: Shattered Amara Belmore has always believed in the power of love-the kind that endures, even when life seems determined to tear it apart. She thought she had found that love in Alastor Thomas, the boy who held her heart with a quiet intensity throughout high school. But the path she wanted to follow is no longer hers to choose. On the day she is meant to marry Nathaniel Rowe-a man her father has chosen to protect the family's reputation-Amara faces the impossible. Torn between duty and desire, between the life she is expected to live and the love she cannot forget, she makes a choice that will change everything. As she escapes from the wedding that should have been hers, Amara finds herself in the quiet care of Margaret Thomas, a woman who becomes both guide and anchor in the storm of grief and longing. Amid heartbreak, loyalty, and sacrifices she never imagined, Amara discovers that love's endurance is measured not in presence, but in memory and courage. Almost Forever is a story of first love and heartbreak, of choices that define a lifetime, and of hearts that refuse to let go-even when life demands it.

"I am the son of the Sun, yet I lived in the shadows. I wore the gold of gods, yet I bled like a mortal." Vishu has always lived in the shadow of two things: her mother Smita's obsession with the Mahabharata, and the impending silence of Smita's terminal illness. As a world-renowned archaeologist, Smita spent decades chasing a myth-the Kavach (armor) and Kundal (earrings) of Karna, the tragic hero of the Great War. Then, Smita vanishes in the frozen heights of the Himalayas, leaving behind nothing but a brass casket. Inside are not just maps, but a series of handwritten letters and encrypted Shlokas that suggest Karna's divine protection wasn't just a myth-it was a burden passed down through bloodlines. To find her mother, Vishu must assemble her closest circle-the logical Poorti, the intuitive Tanu, the tech-genius Deepali, and the fierce Khushboo. From the ancient ruins of Kannauj to the whispering caves of the Garhwal range, Vishu must solve a 5,000-year-old puzzle. But as the lines between history and her own life blur, she realizes her mother wasn't just searching for an artifact. She was running from a curse. In the search for the Sun's legacy, will Vishu find the truth, or will she be consumed by the same fire that took her mother?

Sequel to Curse Of The Commander's Princess Once upon a time, like all fairytales go, there was a kingdom. It had a loyal commander, a fierce king, and a wise princess. But pride, power, and betrayal stirred a chain of events no one could stop. The wronged commander's princess unleashed a curse, one that would shadow the lives of those who ruled and protect the kingdom - a curse that made victory fleeting, peace unreachable, and trust a fragile thing. Paranoia and fear grew like a wildfire, and slowly, the kingdom that once thrived crumbled from within, its glory lost to doubt, ambition, and the echoes of a single vow. Centuries later, fate has spun its wheel once more. The heirs of that fallen kingdom are brought together, their choices, desires, and loyalties tested. Will they break the chains of the curse, restore what was lost, or will history repeat itself? The threads of destiny are woven, the stakes are high, and the kingdom waits for those brave enough to bring it back to life.

A ballbusting tale from Ancient Rome

He Is Undone By Her Simplicity She Is Challenged By His Devotion. 🍁 Aarush × Priti 🪻 Aarush was never a man who believed in love or marriage. Cold,dangerous, and fiercely self-reliant, he moved through life untouched by sentiment, never asking for affection or expecting it in return. Everything changed the moment he saw Priti-quiet, self-contained, and utterly unlike anyone he'd ever known. In that instant, something shifted inside him, and for the first time, he made a silent vow-not to possess her, but to protect her, even if she never knew his true feelings or returned his love. Their marriage, arranged in the eyes of the world, brought together two people who seemed like opposites, yet mirrored each other in unexpected ways. Together, they are the same in their quietness, yet different in its origin-like two sides of a coin, opposite in the world, but perfectly aligned in the moments that matter most. ________ Ranks: #483 in business out of 138k #69 youngwritersshortstory out of 7.09K stories #175 lovelife out of 17.5K stories #84 cutelove out of 7.05K stories #788 india out of 72.4K stories #7 in archaeology out of 993 #25 slight romance out of 2.14k #29 slight humour out of 1.25k

In the shadowy world where history and myth collide, Dr. Evelyn Blackstone stands at the precipice of a discovery that could reshape humanity's understanding of the ancient world - or tear it apart. When a mysterious Egyptian scarab arrives on her doorstep, Evelyn is thrust into a globe-trotting adventure that will challenge everything she thought she knew about history, power, and her own past. Joined by her loyal friend Jack O'Malley and the enigmatic Isabella Montoya, Evelyn races against time to uncover the secrets of the legendary Golden Scepter of Menes. From the fog-shrouded streets of London to the sun-baked sands of the Sahara, from the towering peaks of the Alps to the labyrinthine catacombs beneath Venice, Evelyn and her companions must stay one step ahead of the ruthless Baron von Richter and the shadowy organization known as the Crimson Dawn. As ancient traps spring to life and long-buried truths come to light, Evelyn faces an impossible choice: unlock the power that could elevate humanity to new heights, or protect the world from forces beyond mortal control. In this thrilling tale of archaeology, intrigue, and the supernatural, readers will: • Unravel cryptic codes hidden in artifacts spanning millennia • Explore breathtaking locations steeped in history and danger • Confront moral dilemmas that blur the lines between right and wrong • Witness the clash between modern ambition and ancient power "The Gilded Cipher" is a pulse-pounding adventure that will keep you guessing until the very last page. Join Dr. Evelyn Blackstone as she risks everything to solve the greatest mystery of the ancient world - and perhaps save humanity in the process. Unearth the secrets. Decode the past. Race against time. The adventure of a lifetime awaits.

India Carnahan knew better than to be pulled into her younger siblings shenanigans. She was quite content teaching Greek History to college students while moonlighting as an archaeologist on behalf of the university. The Greeks didn't involve curses in their burials, just gods with immeasurable egos.

Part 2: Indiana Jones and his daughter Emily Ravenwood Jones continue their adventure in the frozen Soviet peninsula of Kamchatka, searching for seven mystical swords. With them is Indy's bodyguard from 1935 India - Short Round, grown up! And his recently rescued lover, a KBG agent and shamaness Lizavet. Together they're facing off against not only Edo, a Japanese intelligence agent who wants the Seven Swords of Diya for his own nefarious purposes - but an ancient mythological evil supernatural collective of gods who want to enslave humanity. With their supplies and time limited by a rumbling volcano, being hunted in a volcanic ash blizzard and injured - Indiana Jones has to reckon with his past in order to take a stand for his family's future - and the future of all humanity! New chapters drop Monday evenings (EST) in 2024! (Sequel to The Sidenstrasse Tapestry) There is also a part one of The Seven Swords of Diya that can be found here: https://www.wattpad.com/story/330328664-the-seven-swords-of-diya-an-indiana-jones-fan Author Note: I had to do a part 2, because Wattpad has a chapter limit of 200 chapters which I didn't know about. Apologies for the confusion. If you like my work, vote on your favorite chapters, share the adventures with other fans and please consider giving me a follow for more Indiana and Emily Jones adventures!

Unnai Serndhidave Meendum Pirandhen❤️‍🩹.... Here is the tale of two beautiful souls who are brought to this world to get entangled....

While jogging in Normandy, Éric Geoffroy, a young history student, discovers nine Viking shipwrecks exposed by an exceptional tide. His video goes viral, receiving 4 million likes and a ❤️ from Taylor Swift. But near the shipwrecks, archaeologists uncover a dark engraved stone. A disturbing historical error is engraved on it in Latin. Is it an authentic medieval forgery? Or is it a CIA plot to destabilize Greenland? The Danish secret service is in a panic. The famous Scandinavian medieval specialist, Alexander Foskker, is tasked with investigating the Normandy beaches. He sets off accompanied by his daughter, Alba, a young and brilliant botanist. No sooner has she arrived than the fascinating young woman disappears into the dunes. Her discovery of a rare isatis reficiat flower will turn the history of Denmark upside down. And Éric's life.

Set in the early 19th century, this is the story of a lost treasure and the many attempts of those to uncover it. This journey, seemingly begins with the latest efforts of a man who believes he is destined to accomplish extraordinary things and fated to find a treasure that has been eluding humanity since ancient times. The treasure of the century, he believes, of this knew age of discovery is his fate to behold. At the beginning of the sweeping rise of Egyptomania across Europe George Davies will set out on a journey of a dozen lifetimes in search for it, and find his way to fame and fortune far beyond his pure heated dream of treasure. Regardless of his unwavering revulsion of such frivolities. Despite the legions attempting to pursue his dream and withholding his great achievement, he will have it.

Strong-willed Perpugilliam Atwood, a witch living among Muggles in 19th-Century London, goes to work at the Ministry of Magic as though it were any other day. But she's thrust into a mission to Egypt to help break the curses surrounding the ruins of an ancient city, and remove any magical artifacts before the Muggles find them. In a team with Aurors, a curse breaker, and a man from the Department of Mysteries, Perpugilliam must keep her wits about her as they encounter political upheaval, fantastic beasts, and the attention of a dashing wizard archaeologist who threatens to whisk her off her feet. But their arrival at the ancient city reveals a mystery that could spell doom for them all.

Poppy is just a girl who was finishing her Masters in Paris. But when she meets Colson, a blue eyed, tattooed American boy, she knows fate is ready to deal her a hand she wasn't prepared for. But fate is also ready to take it all away again. Poppy has to make the choice if shes willing to let it go or if she'll fight against what may have already been set in motion.

This work is the culmination of years of research, archeology, and hard work of several individuals that wish to remain anonymous. It's a mysterious collection of possibly ancient texts containing letters, poems, and stories of floods and wars, or an amazing modern forgery! Can you help us decide?!

1st of 3 series Immaculate Angelyn Conception, a brilliant and seasoned Filipina archaeologist is tasked with unraveling the mysteries of the Sevilla family's ancestral palace and estates in the Philippines. With her expertise in excavating hidden treasures and deciphering ancient secrets, she's the perfect fit for the job. As she surveys the palace grounds, Immaculate's keen eye catches the whispers of a forgotten era, drawing her in like a moth to flame. That's when she meets Mark Vincent, the family's enigmatic grandson, who's still licking his wounds from a painful breakup and wants nothing more than to be left alone. As Immaculate works to restore the palace's ancient structures, she stumbles upon clues pointing to a hidden resting place of the family's ancestor, King Marcus. Legend has it that King Marcus, a just and fair ruler, suffered greatly due to a brutal war with a rival kingdom and lost the love of his life, a young lady named Inmaculada. As Immaculate digs deeper, she realizes that she's not just uncovering the king's history, but also unraveling a centuries-old tale of love, loss, and sacrifice. It turns out that King Marcus, much like Vincent, was begging to be left alone, worn down by the weight of his responsibilities and the pain of losing his beloved. As she navigates her feelings for Mark Vincent, who's struggling to move on from his past, she begins to see parallels between their lives and the ancient tale of love and loss. Will they find a way to break free from the cycle of heartache, or will history repeat itself? Cover is not mine. Credits to the rightful owner. Disclaimer: This is a Taglish story.

Archaeology student Mahira Malhotra never believed in destiny - until a fragment of an ancient mirror pulls her into another time from the bustling streets of 21st century Delhi to the golden courts of the mighty Aaryavansh empire in the 11th century, she became a royal princess and stalking the edges of a love that echoes across centuries. In the past warrior prince "Veer" and the royal princess "Nain" fall in love in a land of prophecy silk halls and ruthless politics while Nain's sister "Tara" destined to be queen find her heart secretly drawn to Veer too. At the same time the prince " Hriday " frome south arrive and a gentle bond forms with preet. When love, duty and ancient magic collide tragedy seems inevitable and Mahira must trace the shattered mirror's reflection to understand why history repeats. Back in the present childhood bestfriends Mahira and Rajveer share a bond of memories, laughter and unspoken love mahira's vision clime and the past bleeds into her life. Rajveer must decide whether he'll stand by her - or lose her to a love born long before their time. " Echoes of Aaryavansh " is a sweeping historical love saga infused with time travel, destiny and the timeless ache of souls finding and losing each other it's a story of hearts that cross centuries and of the promise that some love never fade - they only wait.

Lara Croft visited an ancient alien planet unknowingly. They expect her to operate an archaeological dig. However, the deal was based on partial facts, so she must fight for her life. Created for action's Red Belt level contest. Must be a show not tell spin-off of an existing action fandom. Came up with the idea too later to complete it with only three hours to the deadline. Short by eight hundred words and no where near enough showing...