“Faye
Longchamp, girl archaeologist, is…in charge of finding the origins of an ethnic
group of people in the Alabama hills… Soon, Faye is fighting for her own life
against someone who doesn’t want the secrets of the Sujosa revealed. A
fascinating look at contemporary archaeology but also a twisted story of greed
and its effects.”

“Evans’ second archeological mystery is every
bit as good as her debut, Artifacts…Faye
makes a compelling heroine, and she’s supported by an interesting array of
suspects…Transcripts of Dr. Martinez’s interviews scattered throughout the
narrative provide important clues for the discerning reader.”

“The
locale is wonderfully described and beautifully etched for the reader. A
compelling read that holds the reader’s attention throughout.”

“Evans delivers a convincing [story] with
life-sized, unique characters, not the least of whom is Faye’s Indian sidekick,
Joe. The archaeological adventures are somewhat reminiscent of Tony Hillerman’s
Jim Chee mysteries. While the story is complex, Relics will engage the imagination of readers attracted to unearthing
the secrets of lost cultures.”

“Evans
combines a fascinating plot and an appealing investigator. As in Artifacts, the first in the series, the
remote setting engenders an eerie sense of isolation and otherness that gives
the story an extra dimension. Recommend this steadily improving series to
female-sleuth fans or those who enjoy archaeology-based thrillers like Beverly
Connor’s Lindsay Chamberlain novels.”