
When former Navy drone pilot Gavin Hale moves to the quiet, coastal neighborhood of Palencia, Florida, he’s hoping to escape his past. But strange lights in the sky, a mysterious hum in the earth, and a silent figure on the marsh boardwalk pull him into a dark conspiracy rooted beneath his feet.What begins as an unexplained sighting becomes a fight for truth as Gavin uncovers the existence of Project Vantage—a covert defense initiative merging drone technology with something far older... and far less human. With the help of a reclusive neighbor, a whistleblowing engineer, and a growing trail of clues, Gavin races to expose what Norcon Dynamics has buried beneath Augustine Island before it awakens.Part science thriller, part tech-noir mystery, Project Vantage is a tense, atmospheric ride through government secrecy, neural surveillance, and the limits of human control. Perfect for fans of Blake Crouch, Michael Crichton, and The X-Files, this is the first chapter in a bold new series where the truth isn’t just out there—it’s watching you.