The Seal (now available where books are sold)

ERIC PURDY-THE SEAL is a supernatural archaeological thriller that weaves together ancient myth, biblical lore, and modern adventure. The story unfolds across two timelines: Utah and a contemporary archaeological dig in Iran’s Lut Desert in 1989. The narrative is rich with atmospheric detail, blending horror, mystery, and character-driven drama.

Notable Characters

• Jennifer Rose: The determined, skeptical leader, driven by both professional ambition and personal responsibility for her sister.
• Sarah: The heart of the story, whose innocence and purity are both her vulnerability and her strength.
• Izzy Franks: Jen and Sarah's best friend. She wears humor as armor, and keeps Jen's chaos organized.
• Father Shane: The church abandoned him because it didn't know what else to do with a priest who stopped believing his own prayers worked.
• Willie, Namoni, Tony, Ezra, Deb: Each brings unique skills and perspectives, and all are tested by the supernatural events.
• Cyrus: The antagonist, a demon manipulating events to unleash ancient evil.
• The Watcher: A mysterious, ageless being who guides and warns the protagonists.

THE SEAL is a sweeping, ambitious novel that blends biblical myth, horror, and adventure into a story about the cost of knowledge, the power of innocence, and the enduring struggle between light and darkness. It’s both a gripping thriller and a meditation on faith, memory, and the meaning of sacrifice.