Local author Jackson Coppley recently announced the launch of his latest novel, “Nicholas Foxe and the Lost Gold of Pompeii,” the seventh book in his growing collection of thrillers.

Newlyweds Nicholas and Nina Foxe find themselves on a thrilling adventure through Italy in search of a long-lost Roman treasure buried beneath the ruins of Pompeii.

What starts as a honeymoon quickly turns into a dangerous quest as the couple uncovers ancient secrets, decodes cryptic messages and battles ruthless adversaries who will stop at nothing to claim the legendary gold for themselves. With the stakes rising, Nicholas and Nina must rely on their intelligence and courage, and the strength of their bond to solve the mystery and survive.

Coppley lives with his wife Ellen in Rehoboth Beach.

The book is available online at Amazon. Signed copies can be purchased at Browseabout Books in Rehoboth Beach.

For more information, go to JacksonCoppley.com.