"Saturnalia" is an exciting novel written by the American writer Herbert Russell. The book tells the story of a group of archaeologists who go to a remote island in the Mediterranean Sea to study a mysterious ancient mystical object. While exploring the ancient ruins, it turns out that a series of strange events are taking place on the island, connected to the ancient Roman festival of Saturnalia. The annual holiday is organized by the local population, and this year it takes on dangerous dimensions for archaeologists. The novel "Saturnalia" is full of mystery, intrigue and danger, and emphasizes the importance of preserving historical and cultural heritage. This book successfully combines the elements of detective story, historical drama and adventure novel, captivating the reader from the first pages to the most impressive finale.