In the vibrant streets of Beirut, where antiquity and modernity collide, Layla Salam, a brilliant 28-year-old Lebanese-American archaeologist, embarks on a perilous quest that will transform her life and potentially rewrite Middle Eastern history.

Five years after the enigmatic disappearance of her father, Hassan Salam, a renowned archaeologist, during an expedition in Syria, Layla receives a cryptic message that rekindles her hopes. Armed with her expertise and unwavering resolve, she embarks on a journey that will lead her from the majestic ruins of Baalbek to the golden dunes of Petra, in pursuit of a Bronze Age artifact of unfathomable power.

However, Layla is not alone in this race against time. Unscrupulous collectors, extremist groups, and even certain governments covet the treasure she seeks. As danger lurks at every turn and secrets accumulate, Layla must navigate between her dual heritage, confront her own inner demons, and question everything she believed she knew about her father and the region's history.

Supported by Ziad, a charismatic fellow archaeologist with ambiguous motivations, Layla delves into the heart of a mystery over 3,000 years old. What she uncovers could not only revolutionize our understanding of ancient civilizations but also offer new hope for the future of a region torn asunder by conflict.