Join us at the South Whatcom Library for a series of events featuring local authors discussing topics connected to their work as writers — identity, connection to language and books, the writing process, and excerpts from their writing. Each event will be unique and offer the opportunity to join the conversation. The series continues with author Dena Weigel on Wednesday, November 20 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

THE BYZANTINE CROSS

Join us for this special book launch event with local author Dena Weigel. Weigel will share passages from her newest book, The Byzantine Cross.

About the book:

It's 1950s, New York City, and former spy Sarah Kraft thought she'd left her dangerous past behind her. But when her former boss from the Office of Strategic Services tracks her down to convince her to accept a new mission — steal the ancient Byzantine Cross from the Kremlin — she's dragged back into the world of espionage.

Once in Moscow, Sarah is joined by, Nicolai Rodzyanko, a Russian double agent arranged to assist her on her mission. The duo soon realizes they are not the only ones after the mysterious cross. As they dig deeper into the history behind the oldest known biblical relic, they discover it's far more than a simple artifact. Sarah starts questioning the motives of her boss and the agency she once trusted and when supernatural forces come into play, she must make a decision that could change the course of history.

About the author:

Dena Weigel was born and raised in Western Kansas, where her active curiosity stoked her growing imagination. Known for her excellent daydreaming abilities, Dena loves finding the rhythm and emotional punch of a great sentence. She has studied art and culture in over thirty countries and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She now resides in the Pacific Northwest, building a career writing for businesses and non-profits. Dena enjoys hiking with her husband and daughter, painting, and relaxing on her deck with a cup of coffee and a great book. She is currently working on the next Sarah Kraft novel, The Argentinian Affair.

Registration is required as space is limited. Please register below.

More events in this series:

Erika Shephard: Being Transgender - A Candid Conversation, Wednesday, November 6, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Alma Alexander: Alchemy of the World - Wednesday, November 13, 6:00-7:00 p.m.