The Old Cable House, a YA political thriller, is set in Hong Kong. It will launch on February 13, 2026.

Isolated on a beach at the southern tip of Hong Kong island, there exists a twenty-foot, rock solid cube—construction circa, 1851. Unmoved, even after a school was built around it in 2011, there were no doors, or windows, its monolithic appearance offering no historical insights. Why it was there, who built it, why it was abandoned? There was no plaque, or any form of commemoration. Its existence had become commonplace, making it easy to ignore. Over time it would be impossible to believe the prying eyes of two overly inquisitive boys could ignite a series of events that would someday bring down a family empire

While dozens of historic buildings in Hong Kong had been razed and replaced with a commemorative plaque, this firmly planted tomb remained. It’s existance was protected by the Monuments and Antiquities Commission, the agency responsible for the safety of Hong Kong’s glorious, or not so glorious past. An agency not at all above taking a bribe.

 

 

Dangerous Beginnings

When they first decided on their  topic, Jasper and Ricky had no idea their research would peel back historical layers that involved the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong in1941, the Triad 14K—Hong Kong’s most infamous gangster organization—a 400,000 female union of Hong Kong maids, acceptance into one of one of the richest families in Hong Kong, and the building of their telecommunications companies.

Boys Will Be Boys–Maybe Dead

With a reputation for persistence, a knack for trouble, and curiosities as tall and wide as any skyscraper in Hong Kong. The boys would inadvertently revive an interest worthy of the most dedicated treasure hunters. Their involvment grew like a plot worthy of a Grisham masterpiece. They were thankful the project rescued them from both their greatest fear—boredom.

Treasrue Worth Finding

At stake, a wild guess? Jasper had said, one morning as they were reviewing all their work. How about a billion dollars, give or take, in one form or another? On account, a million doesn’t buy what it used to—in the way of yachts, status, or reputation. But a billion? That’s a big number, big enough to gain widespread interest if I’m right. At first, Ricky thought his friend was joking. With a tiny bit of nausea growing in his gut, he knew Jasper was not.

All they wanted to do was produce an “A” quality report, have the Old Cable House relocated, giving kids a better place to play. Who knew it would turn out to be an adventure that may end up costing them their lives?