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The Silent Grip (BOOK 1: ENIGMA SERIES)

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In the heart of Manila, a clever and persistent Filipino archaeologist discovers a long-lost item that holds the key to a deadly truth buried deep in the country's past. As she races against the clock to decipher the artifact's message, she becomes embroiled in a lethal plot that threatens to alter the nation's narrative and suppress the truth forever. Would she be able to do this with a wealthy-gambling master?All Rights Reserved

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