While rooting around in the mysterious stone chambers of New England, historian Cameron Thorne and his fiancée Amanda Spencer-Gunn stumble upon a reinterpretation of the Biblical passage calling on Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac. It is a revelation—long suppressed by the medieval Knights Templar—that threatens to destabilize the Middle East forever. It is also a secret Cam and Amanda want … nothing to do with.
Not that a rogue faction of puppeteering Freemasons gives a damn what Cam and Amanda want.
Based on actual historical artifacts, and illustrated.
Publishers Weekly says of the author, “BRODY DOES A TERRIFIC JOB OF WRAPPING HIS RESEARCH IN A FAST-PACED THRILL RIDE.”
This is a stand-alone novel with recurring characters. These books can be read in any order.
WARNING: Not recommended for readers with strong religious beliefs.
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Awful
Interesting read and thought provoking
I enjoyed reading this book, but there were certain sections that I had trouble following. There are historic references which the author explained that I just had a hard time putting into perspective. There are also many groups involved with trying to stop the main character from doing his research. At times I had trouble figuring out what was going on and who was doing what. I still enjoyed the book, just had to skip over some of the more confusing stuff.
Very good fictional history book. Enjoyed every chapter.
Not a bad read but not a good read either.
Lead me to book two.
The author has interesting theories concerning ancient artifacts and civilizations. His books are interesting and the reading mostly flows. He does have problems with accuracy concerning current cultures and religions.
Love the historical and mystical references. Love the backstory too which is what draws me to a series. People you care about and want to know more about. Exciting and thrilling.
I enjoyed the book. A little hard to remember all the ancient names but worth the read. Many factual components.
This is part of a series that I am really enjoying. Lots of good history, adventure, suspense and very likable lead characters. I learned lots about the history of the Knights Templar – the common thread in the series is the theoretical landing of some British Templars in North America.
I read the book with an open mind. It did not change my biblical view of the world. As always, with controversial books, my first highlight was “This is a work of fiction…”
I’m sorry to write a negative review, but this book was so boring that I gave up after two chapters. I couldn’t bring myself to continue reading.
Boring.I got the book because the subject matter looked interesting. Unfortunately, reading the book is like slogging through molasses. Don’t buy it.
A great read
Well written, fast paced book. I didn’t want it to end!
,This book was not funny, inspirational, and only thing tragic about this book was it writhing and all the other word you gave me chose from.
The need to be supreme is so high in some, they will risk everything. Their desires supercede family
Puts together a bit of the many theories I’ve been reading over the last 50 years. Nothing new other than the idea of making it into a novel. Worth reading for that aspect alone.
Lots of historical pictures and detaials, but a fictional story that made you question events that happened in B.C. Action packed and definitely a page turner.
The author misquotes and misinterprets Biblical accounts to justify a plot. As the author says, Bible-believers will not like this story; of course’ no one likes to be misquoted. I gave up about 1/3 of the way through.