Showing posts with label Adventure Fiction. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Adventure Fiction. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

AnaRose and the Templar’s Quest by Mary Ann Bernal — Cinematic Trailer (Vertical Edition)

 

For centuries, the secrets of the Templars have slept beneath dust, stone, and silence. But when AnaRose uncovers an artifact that was never meant to be found, she is thrust into a race against time — and into the crosshairs of those who would kill to keep the past buried.

This cinematic trailer brings her discovery to life with tension, mystery, and the pulse of an ancient conspiracy awakening once more.

Watch the full trailer below and step into the world of AnaRose and the Templar’s Quest.


Behind the Legend: Where History Ends, and Faith Begins

Before the chase, there was silence. Before the relic, a vow. AnaRose Preston, antiquities expert and reluctant seeker, is drawn into a centuries‑old mystery buried beneath medieval stone and sacred bloodlines. In the shadows of ruined chapels and forgotten maps, a silent brotherhood is watching. And the dagger’s secret waits to be unearthed.

This quiet moment, where faith meets fear and history whispers its final clue, captures the soul of AnaRose and the Templar’s Quest. It’s a story of pursuit. Of how devotion can be distorted, and how truth, once buried, demands sacrifice to be revealed.

A Note from the Author

I wrote AnaRose and the Templar’s Quest to explore the tension between legend and legacy. What do we risk when we chase the truth? And what do we preserve when we choose silence? This book invites you to follow AnaRose’s journey and decide what’s worth uncovering.

About the Book

When a nobleman’s ring surfaces in modern‑day France, renowned antiquities expert AnaRose Preston is summoned to authenticate its origin. Her examination reveals a long‑whispered legend: hidden within the hilt of a dagger lies a Holy Nail, one of the crucifixion nails said to pierce Christ’s body.

As AnaRose traces the knight’s unfinished journey through medieval ruins, she unravels ancient clues while evading a secret sect sworn to protect the relic’s sanctity. But the truth is more elusive than legend, and her pursuit may preserve history or conceal it forever.

The dagger may resurface. The Nail’s fate remains hidden. Some treasures are not meant to be found.

AnaRose and the Templar’s Quest is a historical thriller that explores faith, obsession, and the fragile line between myth and reality.

Ready to Read?

Begin the chase. Uncover the past before it vanishes forever.

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If you enjoy discovering new stories, you may also like The AnaRose Chronicles—a trilogy of award‑winning adventure novellas. https://books2read.com/u/4jzKAY

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Secrets Beneath the Waves: A Snippet from AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse by Mary Ann Bernal

 

Snippet

AnaRose and Miles, equipped with their diving gear, plunged into the depths of the Aegean Sea. As they descended, the water embraced them in a cool, silent hug. Sunlight filtered through, casting light on the ruins below.

Nestled on the ocean floor, the shipwreck, a relic of seafaring heritage, rested. Amphorae, once brimming with wine and olive oil, now cradled coral and sea anemones. Divers navigated the skeletal remains of the ship’s hull, where wooden beams served as a haven for schools of darting fish.

The seabed unfolded as a living painting, its rocks and sand forming hills and valleys, adorned by seagrass dancing in the current. Curious about the newcomers, colorful fish darted through the water, weaving a tapestry of life in their underwater domain.

AnaRose gestured toward a remarkably preserved amphora with intricate patterns still evident after centuries. Miles, swimming nearer to the wreckage, gave an affirming nod. With a confident flick of her fins, AnaRose signaled Miles to shadow her lead. They swam toward the site of the recent seismic event that reshaped the seabed’s contours. The earthquake had dislodged ancient debris, now scattered like a puzzle waiting to be pieced together. Among the fragments, parts of cargo once confined within the ship’s hold now lay bare.

Her torchlight fell on a colossal stone visage, eyes wide in eternal surprise. The head of Medusa, its serpentine locks frozen in stone, stood as a tribute to the artisan’s skill. Miles swam closer, his fingers brushing against the cold, algae‑covered surface. Ancient coins, with edges worn and faces barely discernible, lay scattered across the area. Swords, their hilts encrusted with barnacles, and spears with corroded tips protruded from the seabed. Miles swept aside the sludge to unveil a breastplate, an archaeological treasure destined to remain in its watery grave.

Suddenly, two figures came out of nowhere, their intentions clear from the glint of metal. AnaRose caught sight of their weapons, signaling to Miles with urgent gestures. They were not alone.

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Where to Buy

AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse
https://books2read.com/u/m20XR1

Connect with the Author

https://maryannbernal.com

Discover More Stories

If you enjoy discovering new stories, you may also like The AnaRose Chronicles
A trilogy of award‑winning adventure novellas.
https://books2read.com/u/4jzKAY