4.5 (27 ratings)

Whispers from the Abyss

Name: Whispers from the Abyss
Rating: 4.5 (27 reviews)
Author: M. S. Weaver
ISBN: B0FPG8WSXF

by M. S. Weaver

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About this book

Emmeline Ravenscroft is a woman defined by the ghosts of her past. Six years after a catastrophic Egyptian excavation claimed her mother’s life and left her father branded a madman, she returns to the shifting sands to reclaim her legacy. But the desert hides more than just artifacts; it guards a labyrinthine nightmare that hungry, ancient shadows are desperate to protect.

When a cave-in traps Emmeline alongside her arrogant professional rival, Julian Blackwood, the mission shifts from academic discovery to a desperate fight for survival. As the suffocating air grows heavy with the voices of the dead, Emmeline realizes the legends are true. To escape the tomb’s crushing grip, she must rely on the man she once vowed to despise, sparking a slow-burn romance that flourishes amidst the terror of the supernatural.

This gripping gothic tale seamlessly blends the high-stakes adventure of Tomb Raider with the haunting, atmospheric dread of Poe. It is a masterful second-chance romance where the chemistry is as dangerous as the curses lurking in the dark. For readers craving a paranormal romance that pulses with aching devotion and heart-pounding suspense, this journey into the abyss is a must-read. Prepare to lose yourself in the maze.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0FPG8WSXF

Reader Reviews

Rivals to Lovers Romance set in Ancient Egyptian Tomb with Mysterious Curses at Play

April 6, 2026

The Mummy and Tomb Raider combined with Edger Allen Poe gives you a cursed, gothic romance set in an Ancient Egyptian tomb Emmie has worked tirelessly to prove her skills and earn a spot on the research team her parents were part of. She has spent years yearning for the truth and is determined to find answers in the Ancient Egyptian tunnels where her parents met terrible fates. Competing with the gallivanting, chauvinistic Julian for a spot on the team, Emmie ends up joining the research crew...

Stayed for the Vibes and the MMC

April 20, 2026

This was a solid, entertaining read for me. The setting was one of my favorite parts. The Egyptian dig site, ancient tunnels, and eerie atmosphere created a really strong gothic vibe that pulled me in right away. The slow burn worked, and more importantly, it actually paid off. And yes, we do get that “burn the world for you” MMC energy, which I will always love. That said, the gods, priestess elements, and layered backstory were a bit harder for me to follow at times. There were moments where...

Just 🤯

May 5, 2026

Another foray into the Once Upon a Midnight Dreary book that I was able to snag on BookSprout. Giving off vibes of The Mummy and TombRaider with Witchy vibes. Really was pulled into Emmeline's story and background. Was surprised by many things that occurred in the Labyrinth with Julian Blackwood, her shadow that she never knew she had. Was definitely packed with suspense and thriller vibes. Loved the Egyptian mythology in practice and story. Glad I picked this up! I received the book via...

A fascinating mashup of Egyptian myths and bloodthirsty Earthen lore with a dash of portal-hopping.

March 24, 2026

You’ll never look at Egyptian myths the same again after you read this book. If you loved The Mummy (both movies with Tom Cruise and Brendan Fraser) and the Lara Croft franchise as well as Stargate, you’re in for a dark treat. I loved the intro and the conflict between the main protagonists - such a delish hint into the enemies-to-lovers trope. The whole lab and looking at relics setting gave me Dr Brennan and Bones feels. Loved all the metaphors and animating the inanimate - like history being...

A fascinating mashup of Egyptian myths and bloodthirsty Earthen lore with a dash of portal-hopping.

March 24, 2026