Murder on the Ghan — Gabriel Farago

In the pulsating heart of Sydney, charismatic journalist Jack Rogan is captivated by the luminous Sophie Ritter, a master conductor who commands the stage. When Rogan tempts her with the promise of a thrilling Outback odyssey, little do they know they're stepping onto a treacherous path woven with secrets and snares.Undertaking to assist Andrew Simpson, an esteemed Aboriginal elder, in investigating an opulent opal unearthed in the subterranean mazes of Coober Pedy, Rogan unknowingly embroils himself and Ritter in a life-or-death gamble. Enter the Desert Raiders—a biker gang with insidious intentions, led by a man as cunning as he is cruel—bent on seizing the iridescent gem that promises untold wealth.When they board the legendary Ghan train for a journey into Australia's core, the ride rapidly descends into a waking nightmare. Cultural lore of the Aboriginal Dreamtime collides with dark ambitions, escalating the stakes in the race for the celestial opal.With time as their greatest enemy, Rogan and Ritter are thrown into a labyrinth of violence and suspense. Will they outwit their adversaries, or will the brutal desert claim their hopes and their lives?Experience the nail-biting suspense. Feel the heat of the desert and the chill of fear. Pre-order now to unravel the tightly-woven mysteries of this gripping novella. Unlock the secrets before it's too late!