Chasing the Golden Bloom
DirtyXiaoLongBao
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DirtyXiaoLongBao
Ongoing, First published Sep 09, 2023
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Zoe Cross is no stranger to adventure. But when the daring archaeologist embarks on a perilous expedition to a remote tropical island to find the legendary Golden Lotus, she may have met her match. To survive the jungle's untold dangers and uncover the mystical flower's secrets, Zoe will need to join forces with Logan Black, a rugged sea captain harboring a mysterious past. Sparks fly between this mismatched pair as they navigate deadly traps and fend off vicious creatures. But falling for Logan was not part of Zoe's plan. She came for the thrill of the hunt, not romance. When hidden motives are revealed and an evil force threatens their lives, Zoe and Logan will be forced to risk everything for a treasure most believe is just a myth. In a nonstop thrill ride full of action, humor, and heart, two adventurers will discover if the truth buried on this paradise island is worth dying for.

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