RIPPLES IN THE NILE
RIPPLES IN THE NILE
Released on APRIL 1st 2025
Paul August Publications
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Ripples In The Nile
RELEASED ON APRIL 1st 2025! Available on Amazon!
Quinn Munson is a young Gen Z who sends his DNA sample to a genetic testing company and is shocked to discover that he has an older brother named Noah Kane. As an only child who always desired a sibling, Quinn is stunned when his family denies any knowledge of this brother. Determined to learn more, he hires a private investigator and finds Noah living in Cairo, Egypt.
After a heated argument with his father, Quinn decides to embark on a quest to find his brother. He flies to Cairo without a plan, but through a combination of chance and luck, he manages to locate Noah. They hit it off, and Noah offers Quinn a job as an IT specialist at his employee placement company.
While in Cairo, Quinn meets a beautiful Sudanese woman named Tamaya, who is training to become a fashion model. They fall in love, and life seems perfect—until Quinn stumbles upon a secret file. When he confronts Noah about the true nature of how his company makes money, Noah reveals shocking truths that cause a web of lies to unravel.
Suddenly, Tamaya is taken hostage, leaving Quinn desperate to rescue her and escape both Egypt and those intent on killing them. The couple finds themselves lost and freezing in the Sahara Desert as their pursuers close in. Then, something amazing happens. Are Quinn and Tamaya destined to survive both the desert and their killers? The thrilling conclusion of this mysterious love story awaits you!
The Canaries
“The Canaries is one of those rare novels with something for everyone. Mystery, suspense, action and fantasy all intertwine to create a riveting story. The story is well written and the characters are richly developed. Readers also are not going to have difficulty placing themselves in the caves. The Canaries by Paul August is a book worth picking up and getting lost in!” — Entrada Publishing
Kim Moreno is a brilliant clinical lab technician working for a top Biopharma company – calm on the outside but tormented by inner demons. Haunted by the mysterious death of her little sister and then the sudden disappearance of her father a decade ago, Kim secretly self-medicates with synthetic opioids stolen from work. But everything changes when Kim hears desperate cries for help echoing from the Souhegan River. She dives into the icy waters to save a drowning girl named Julie. She stumbles into a chilling secret - a hidden community of teenagers living inside of a mountain, battling deadly illnesses, and resisting the dark control of a powerful mining syndicate led by the ruthless Lee Chen. Thrown into a dangerous underworld, Kim teams up with Nick, a brooding cowboy with a painful past who joins the fight to protect the sick teens and uncover the truth about her sister’s death. As seismic tremors signal disaster and time runs out, Kim must face the ultimate choice: save herself or risk everything to bring justice to those who have none.
What readers of The Canaries say
“A fun action adventure that will keep you page-turning! Paul August's debut novel will bring you on an action-packed adventure. If you like Indiana Jones you'll love The Canaries. Beautifully written characters cross paths and are woven together in a mysterious storyline. You'll find yourself rooting for Kim Moreno, as she struggles with grief, then learns to love again in an unexpected newfound family. She bravely risks her own life fiercely defending their lives and home. Not a dull moment here...the Canaries is a fun ride, full of plot twists and adventures!
Kathleen V
The characters and plot line were both complex and compelling in this impressive debut novel. As this imaginative and suspenseful story line progressed, I was truly drawn in, and could not put it down. So many unexpected twists and turns! I was left wanting more, and hope this talented author continues to bring us along on Kim Moreno’s journey.
ARP
I was so impressed with Paul August’s novel. As an avid reader it is so nice to read a book that you can’t put down. The book was so well written, exciting, captivating with great plot twists and a surprise ending. I enjoyed it so much that I have recommended it to all of my friends.
Susan D
I couldn't put this book down! I read the Kindle version and was pulled in immediately. Kim is a great heroine and the adventure she goes on is a wild ride! From the location to the characters, I thoroughly enjoyed this story. Highly Recommend! Michelle D