Recent Release, "The Puritan," from Page Publishing Author B.A.N. DiAntonio, Explores a High-Stakes Race for a Legendary Templar Treasure Hidden in Colonial America

Richmond, VA, September 02, 2026 --(PR.com)-- B.A.N. DiAntonio has completed a new book, "The Puritan: Curse of the Rune Stones," a gripping historical fiction adventure set in 1655 colonial America. The narrative unfolds as settler expansion threatens to expose a legendary Templar treasure that has remained concealed in the New World for three centuries. When a series of revelations ignites a desperate competition, an excommunicated Catholic cardinal wielding supernatural power and a fire-and-brimstone Puritan demon hunter find themselves locked in an enthralling quest to decipher ancient clues and locate an unimaginable fortune. The stakes could not be higher—this treasure, if claimed by the wrong hands, will fundamentally alter the trajectory of human civilization.

DiAntonio brings decades of diverse professional experience to his craft. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, he served as a naval officer and completed a Mediterranean deployment during the Cold War, earning the Navy Commendation Medal for his service at the Navy Recruiting Command. After transitioning to careers in sales, marketing, and education—where he taught mathematics, science, English, and creative writing—he channeled his lifelong passion for history and storytelling into developing "The Puritan" series. His literary influences span visionary authors including Arthur C. Clarke, J.R.R. Tolkien, Alexandre Dumas, and Clive Cussler, whose adventurous narratives shaped his commitment to crafting memorable characters, relentless action, tight plotting, and authentic dialogue.

"The Puritan" presents a compelling exploration of faith, ambition, and moral conviction against the backdrop of early America's religious fervor. Readers will discover a richly layered narrative that weaves historical detail with supernatural intrigue, where protagonists operating from fundamentally opposed worldviews converge on a treasure that promises to reshape destiny itself. The novel examines what happens when fanaticism collides with power, and whether any individual should bear the burden of deciding humanity's future.

"My goal was to create an adventure that combines meticulous historical research with the kind of unrelenting tension that keeps readers turning pages late into the night," said DiAntonio. "I wanted to explore the moral complexities of characters driven by conviction rather than villains driven by simple greed, set within a time when America itself was still being defined."

Published by Page Publishing, B.A.N. DiAntonio's enthralling work transports readers to a pivotal moment in colonial history while exploring timeless questions about power, faith, and consequence. This inaugural installment in "The Puritan" series establishes a foundation for a saga that promises to captivate history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

Readers who wish to experience this suspenseful work can purchase "The Puritan" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
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