DAVID
EAST

“works that explore faith, family and the enduring search for truth.”

His commitment to quality writing and engaging storytelling sets his work apart. Readers can expect well-crafted plots, relatable characters, and thought-provoking themes. ‘Caught in Amber’ promises an unforgettable journey through the power of stories.

DAVID
EAST

Stories that uncover the past and illuminate the human heart.

Captivating historical fiction, alternate-history adventure, and works that explore faith, family and the enduring search for truth.

'Look closely at the past and its changing empires and it is possible to foresee the things to come.'
Marcus Aurelius

Captured in Amber

Captured in Amber is an alternate-history adventure set in a Europe where the Roman Empire only disappeared two centuries ago. English archivist Edric Mayberry joins the enigmatic Lady Cordelia Blackwood on what appears to be a family history investigation, only to become entangled in a dangerous search for a hidden traitor and long-buried secrets.

Travelling across Europe and North Africa, they face conspiracies, rival agents, and hidden clues from the ancient amber trade. Blending mystery, history, and adventure, Captured in Amber explores courage, loyalty, and the enduring power of the past.

Published: July 2026

Two companions. One secret.
A journey of courage and loyalty.

At the heart of Captured in Amber are Edric Mayberry and Lady Cordelia Blackwood, two unlikely companions drawn into a world of buried records, political betrayal, and ancient trade routes.

As their journey takes them across Europe and North Africa, they face rival agents, hidden archives, and secrets powerful enough to change everything.

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