Deep Past: A Novel

Anthropologist Claire Knowland begins a routine excavation that uncovers evidence of an ancient intelligence, a discovery that could rewrite human history and challenge established understanding of evolution. When corrupt officials and ruthless oligarchs pursue her team, Claire partners with geologist Sergei Anachev, who has secrets of his own. Together they work to protect their findings about human consciousness while evading those who want the discovery suppressed. The novel combines scientific concepts with international intrigue, following Claire and Sergei as they race to preserve knowledge that could either revolutionize human understanding or cost them their lives. The story explores the possibility that human intelligence may not be unique and examines what powerful interests will do to keep such truths hidden.