City of Screams
A short story.
From New York Times bestselling author James Rollins and award-winning suspense novelist Rebecca Cantrell comes a disturbing story of vengeance, bloodshed, and creatures that prowl the night.
In the haunted, war-torn highlands of Afghanistan, amid the ruins of Shahr-e-Gholghol, an archaeology team is massacred in the night. Sergeant Jordan Stone and his crack forensic team are called in to examine the site, to hunt for the perpetrators of this horrific act. But the discovery of a survivor — a child of ten — will shatter all the team knows about life and death. Among the crumbling bones of dead kings, something hoary and murderous stirs out of the ancient past, lurching forward to claim vengeance on those still living.
Included with this thrilling story is a sneak peek at The Blood Gospel, where the further exploits of Sergeant Stone and his team will be revealed.
James Rollins
James Rollins is an internationally bestselling author renowned for his action-packed thrillers that blend historical mysteries, cutting-edge science, and gripping adventure. With a background in veterinary medicine and a deep passion for history and science, Rollins brings a unique perspective to his writing, often weaving these elements into his Sigma Force novels and other standalone books. His thrilling, page-turning narratives have earned him a loyal fanbase around the world, making him a leading figure in the realm of scientific thrillers and historical fiction.
The Order of the Sanguines
James Rollins and Rebecca Cantrell are co-authors in the bestselling Sanguines series: City of Scream, The Blood Gospel, Blood Brothers, Innocent Blood and Blood Infernal.
The Order of the Sanguines consists of five books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

