{"product_id":"deadly-development-dl-havlin-9781933678405","title":"Deadly Development","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Deadly Development: Chessie Partin, Archaeologist, Mysteries\u003c\/strong\u003e by DL Havlin immerses readers in the gripping story of Chessie Partin, an archaeologist determined to unearth the secrets buried deep within Florida's history. Tired of life behind a desk at East Florida University, Chessie leaps at the chance to lead an excavation on the \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric Buehl Ranch\u003c\/strong\u003e, a sprawling ranch nestled in Florida's heartland.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe site is believed to hold \u003cstrong\u003esacred Native American burial grounds and a centuries-old midden\u003c\/strong\u003e-a refuse heap rich with artifacts from ancient civilizations. With her boss, Dr. Card, endorsing the dig, Chessie and her team set out to recover and protect these treasures before the land is sold to a powerful corporation bent on development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat begins as an academic venture quickly descends into a nightmare. As Chessie digs deeper, both literally and figuratively, her life and the lives of her team come under threat. Someone will go to deadly lengths to keep the farm's sinister secrets buried.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith her brother working in the sheriff's department, Chessie finds herself dangerously close to the epicenter of the mystery. Told in the \u003cstrong\u003efirst person\u003c\/strong\u003e, readers experience Chessie's thoughts, fears, and determination firsthand, making her journey all the more compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDL Havlin's vivid storytelling captures the essence of \u003cstrong\u003eFlorida's lush, eerie landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e-the dense foliage, the sprawling ranch, and the hallowed burial sites. You'll feel the grit of the dirt, the weight of the artifacts, and the oppressive tension as Chessie unravels the truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChessie Partin is a relatable and memorable protagonist: strong, independent, and driven, yet unafraid to show vulnerability. Her humanity adds depth to a story that balances thrilling suspense with the poignant reality of protecting history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of mysteries with rich settings, historical intrigue, and relentless suspense, \u003cstrong\u003eA Deadly Development\u003c\/strong\u003e is a must-read. This gripping adventure will leave you guessing who's behind the sinister plot-and why-until the very last page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e DL Havlin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1933678402\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781933678405\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Palmpen Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/01\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 348\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.89lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.72d","brand":"DL Havlin","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48113760698623,"sku":"9781933678405","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_58820d02-2b65-4ef7-bf99-574d9bffc910.jpg?v=1769617142","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/deadly-development-dl-havlin-9781933678405","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}