Narrated by: Virtual Voice using cutting-edge technology
Length: 2 hours 17 minutes
Unabridged Audiobook
Release date: October 13, 2025
Language: English
Publisher: Whispering Legends Press
A Legendary Pendant. A Forgotten Curse. A Race Against
Time.
When relic hunter Miles Bordel calls AnaRose Preston for
help, she knows trouble isn’t far behind. This time, it’s personal and deadly.
A nationalist cult bent on restoring ancient Greece to its former glory is
hunting the Medusa pendant, said to petrify anyone who meets its cursed gaze.
AnaRose and Miles find the pendant, but it’s stolen before
they can secure it. Now the cult is after its missing ruby eyes, hidden
somewhere along the Aegean coast. From sunken ruins to mountaintop shrines,
AnaRose must follow the clues, dodge assassins, and stop a plan that could turn
ancient superstition into modern terror.
The danger is real. The curse may be, too.
She answered a call for help. Now she’s fighting to ensure
the past stays buried. Grab your copy of AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse and chase a
secret some still fear to face.
Awards & Recognition: B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree.
Additional accolades to be announced.
The sea hides secrets. The mountains echo warnings. Beneath
the gaze of legend, danger awakens.
Watch the Trailer
Face the myth. Chase the truth.
Behind the Curse: Echoes from the Deep
Before the pendant, there was a call for help. Before the
ruby eyes, a legend whispered in stone. Before the chase, a curse long
forgotten.
AnaRose Preston didn’t seek this relic, but when Miles
Bordel calls, she answers. What begins as a rescue spirals into a race against
time, where myth and nationalism collide. The cult believes in Medusa’s power.
And they’ll kill to wield it.
This moment, where superstition becomes strategy, captures
the soul of AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse. It’s not just a story of pursuit. It’s
a story of fear, legacy, and the danger of belief.
A Note from the Author
I wrote AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse to explore how myth can
be weaponized, and how courage is tested when the past refuses to stay buried.
This trailer brings that tension to life, and I’m honored to share it with you.
About the Book
A Legendary Pendant. A Forgotten Curse. A Race Against
Time.
When relic hunter Miles Bordel calls AnaRose Preston for
help, she knows trouble isn’t far behind. This time, it’s personal and deadly.
A nationalist cult bent on restoring ancient Greece to its former glory is
hunting the Medusa pendant, said to petrify anyone who meets its cursed gaze.
AnaRose and Miles find the pendant, but it’s stolen before
they can secure it. Now the cult is after its missing ruby eyes, hidden
somewhere along the Aegean coast. From sunken ruins to mountaintop shrines,
AnaRose must follow the clues, dodge assassins, and stop a plan that could turn
ancient superstition into modern terror.
The danger is real. The curse may be, too.
She answered a call for help. Now she’s fighting to ensure
the past stays buried.
Ready to Read?
Face the legend. Stop the curse. Keep the truth hidden.
Mary Ann Bernal Independently Published (2025) ISBN: 979-8343871173 Reviewed by Rachel Dehning for Reader Views (05/2025)
AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse by Mary Ann Bernal is the third installment in the thrilling and action-packed series AnaRose Action and Adventure Novellas featuring Dr. AnaRose Preston, a museum curator of antiquities. AnaRose and her assistant Jo tackle historical and under-the-radar mysteries that threaten to endanger society and challenge established views of historical and mythical events.
In Medusa’s Curse, AnaRose reunites with an unexpected ally as they try to rectify the mistake of selling a Medusa artifact to a wealthy gentleman. This gentleman may or may not possess the signs of being a calculated madman intent on taking over the world by harnessing the powers of the Greek mythological figure, Medusa, whose eyes were literally to die for.
AnaRose and her companions take on the wealthy man in a worldwide treasure hunt, racing the clock to locate the missing artifacts and key pieces before time runs out, and there might likely be more decorative stone statues than the overall population. AnaRose relies on her street smarts and intelligence to navigate barriers and figure out ways to work through them. Still, she will need additional support from her colleagues near, far, and in unexpected locations to outsmart this man, possessing resources and skills that rival or even surpass their own.
Being the third installment in a series, the story can stand alone since the main elements focus primarily on the adventure; however, to gain the greatest understanding of the plot with the foreknowledge of AnaRose and the characters’ backgrounds, readers should consult the previous titles beforehand. Similar to earlier adventures in the series, Medusa’s Curse is a bite-sized adventure that is a sure pick-me-up for any day and an easy reread in the future. The writing is exceptional and causes the pages to fly, making it hard to stop – the adventure begins immediately and takes the reader through to the last page.
This story complements other popular treasure-hunting media, with films such as National Treasure and The Da Vinci Code and books such as The Inheritance Games, Book Scavenger, Mr. Lemoncello’s Library, and 39 Clues. Mary Ann Bernal’s AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse is a clean read, without compromising action, adventure, and enjoyment. This story, along with the series, is a great option and one example of a strong female-empowered hero who uses her wits, smarts, and resources to (literally) save the world without having to rely on her looks. The possibilities are endless for Dr. AnaRose Preston!
AnaRose and the Templar’s Quest, AnaRose and
Pharaoh’s Gold, AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse
Join AnaRose Preston on a thrilling odyssey through the
hidden corridors of history. In her relentless quest, she unearths mysteries
that defy the known world. Each discovery is a dance with destiny, a battle
against shadowy foes vying for power. AnaRose’s journey is a beacon of
defiance, lighting the way for those brave enough to follow. Her saga is not
just about the relics she seeks but the timeless tales they tell and the
indomitable spirit needed to protect such legends from those who misuse them.
AnaRose and the Templar’s Quest: Museum curator and expert
in antiquities AnaRose Preston embarks on a perilous journey to uncover a
long-lost Christian relic hidden within the hilt of a legendary dagger.
Traversing the breathtaking landscapes of modern-day France, she must unravel
an ancient enigma while evading the relentless pursuit of a shadowy secret
society. With her life on the line, AnaRose fights to secure the sacred
artifact before it falls into darkness.
AnaRose and Pharaoh’s Gold: AnaRose races against time to
intercept a priceless Egyptian artifact before it vanishes into the black
market’s shadows. The Cult of Apophis, relentlessly pursuing, vows to reclaim
the relic that cradles its deity’s soul. With the balance between modern chaos
and ancient evil at stake, AnaRose confronts the cult’s ruthless tactics
head-on, determined to thwart its plan to unleash hell on earth.
AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse: In her latest adventure, AnaRose
faces the chilling legend of Medusa. As she delves into the myth’s origins, she
discovers a pendant that holds the key to unimaginable power. Battling against
time and dark forces, AnaRose must prevent the curse from being released upon
the world.
Don’t miss out on these thrilling adventures! Order your copy
of The AnaRose Chronicles today and dive into a world of mystery, danger, and
excitement.
In the heart of Athens, an ancient curse is about to be
unleashed…
Museum curator AnaRose Preston is in the midst of unveiling
the newly renovated annex and its crown jewel—a state-of-the-art planetarium.
But her routine is shattered by an urgent message from relic hunter Miles
Bordel. Bordel, infamous for his ruthless methods, has unearthed Alexander the
Great’s drinking cup, triggering a chain of events that could awaken an ancient
curse.
Bordel’s discovery sets off alarm bells. He navigates the
treacherous waters of the Siwa Oasis and the ruins of Ammon, where he
encounters Alekos Chloros, the sinister leader of a terrorist faction known as
The Macedonians. Chloros is on a relentless quest for the Medusa amulet, a
legendary artifact with the power to petrify anyone who dares to look upon it.
The discovery of Medusa relics by underwater archaeologists near Alonissos only
heightens the urgency.
AnaRose and her assistant Jo are thrust into a world of
hidden relics and dark secrets. From the bustling streets of Athens to the
serene yet perilous waters of Alonissos, they navigate a labyrinth of danger
above and below the sea. Their journey is fraught with peril—underwater
battles, secret war rooms, and the ever-present threat of the amulet’s curse
loom large.
With each chapter, AnaRose and Bordel edge closer to the
truth, unraveling a conspiracy that spans continents and centuries. As they
face their adversaries and confront their own pasts, they must stay one step
ahead to prevent the amulet from falling into the wrong hands.
AnaRose and Medusa’s Curse is a pulse-pounding adventure
that weaves history, mythology, and suspense into a gripping tale of intrigue.
Join AnaRose as she battles the shadows of the past to secure a future free
from ancient curses.
The wait is over. Dive into the adventure. Order AnaRose and
Medusa’s Curse today!
