More Lost Relics, Codes & Mysteries
The Geographer’s Library by Jon Fasman
When an old Estonian history professor dies suddenly in a sleepy New England town, cub reporter Paul Tomm is given the task of writing the man’s obituary. What at first appears to be a routine assignment soon proves to be anything but this, as Paul’s investigation soon uncovers evidence which suggests that the professor was not exactly who he claimed to be. Paul also finds evidence that the professor’s death could be linked to an ancient mystery involving fifteen arcane objects once scattered across the globe and now missing. Things become even more complicated for Paul when he meets up with Hannah Rowe an enigmatic young woman, who had befriended the professor and appeared to be one of the very few people who knew anything about him. Struggling to find out more information, Paul receives mysterious threats and quickly finds that his life is in very real danger.
Adept by Robert Finn
Martial Arts enthusiast David Braun works for an upmarket Insurance Company. Not the most exciting job in the world, but when he is asked to investigate an unusually violent and baffling break-in which has left two of the criminals dead, his life suddenly becomes full of danger. The building’s sinister owner wants a mysterious object retrieved and David seeks the help of Susan Milton, an American academic from the London School of Antiquities to unravel the mystery. Unravel it they do and expose a centuries old terrifying secret which puts both of their lives in jeopardy. Racing against time, David and Susan have to thwart a ruthless killer who will murder again to control an unbelievable power.
Ex Machina by Robert Finn
If like Boris you read the ‘Adept’, you’ll know that at the end of the story, Susan Milton and David Braun were still searching for the ‘Marker’. The story continues, but this time is told from the perspective of Jo Hallett, who has known Professor Shaw all her life. Jo although an intelligent and brilliant researcher, has many hang-ups and is a nightmare to work with. Unwittingly she makes a mistake which not only puts her own life at risk, but also the lives of all those around her. Gaining powers far beyond those of Susan & David, Jo also unleashes upon the world something dark and very dangerous. Deciding to seek out the ‘Marker’ herself, Jo soon comes up against the powerful enemies that Susan & David encountered in the ‘Adept’ . It will take Jo all the new skills she has gained and may cost her , her life if she is to solve the mystery that has defeated generations of fanatics and avoid betraying her friends.
Atlantis by David Gibbins
If like Boris you’re fascinated by the Atlantis legend, this first novel by David Gibbins is one you’ll enjoy. Hero Jack Howard and his team from the International Maritime University (IMU) set off on a trail of discovery that lead them into great danger when clues to Atlantis’whereabouts are uncovered during an archaeological dig. Similar in some respects to Clive Cussler’s NUMA novels, David Gibbins’ book mixes history and marine archaeology with all the ingredients of a high tech thriller. Jack’s IMU team come through in the end, but at high personal cost. An exciting read which is impossible to put down before the last page and one which opens the mind to new possibilities regarding the Atlantis fable.
The Last Templar by Raymond Khoury
Mrs Boris enjoyed this thriller as much as Boris did. Archaeologist Tess Chaykin & FBI agent Sean Reilly are drawn into a deadly game of cat & mouse with ruthless killers who will stop at nothing, as they all search for the cargo of the ‘Falcon Temple’, a Knights Templar ship disappeared after leaving Acre at its fall in 1291AD. What was its cargo which is sought by desperate men prepared to kill to conceal its secret? Why is the Church determined to suppress the truth? Boris though this book would make a great film , especially with its raid on the Metropolitan Museum of Art in modern day New York by what appear to be four Knights Templar.
Shattered Icon by Bill Napier
Harry Blake an antique map dealer in Lincoln likes the quiet life and stays on the right side of the law. When a local landowner asks him to value a 400 year old journal, Harry doesn’t realise the danger he is going to get into. He quickly discovers that it is an account by an Eliabethan seaman of a voyage to America and the founding of a colony there. Harry further discovers that clues in the journal may lead to a lost icon, a holy relic dating back to Christ. Joining forces with marine historian Zola Khan, Harry sets off to find it, before it is used by evil adversaries to trigger a bloody war.
The Amber Room by Steve Berry
In 1945 the Amber Room disappeared from the Catherine Palace in Russia, never to be seen again. So when Rachel Cutler’s father dies in suspicious circumstances, leaving behind clues to its fate., she is soon off on its trail. Her ex-husband Paul follows close behind, but soon both of them are in danger as others, who will kill to gain the prize become aware of their interest. A race ensues to find the Amber Room and their can only be one winner. Steve Berry has written another cracking thriller and if you liked ‘The Templar Legacy’, you’ll like this.
The Thirteenth Apostle by Michael Benoit
Father Nil, a Benedictine Monk at St Martin’s Abbey leads a sheltered monastic life teaching the Gospel of St John to novices. His life changes dramatically however, when his friend Andrei is mysteriously killed on a train journey back from Rome and he decides to investigate the matter himself. The dead priest possessed proof of the existence of a thirteenth apostle and an epistle stating that Jesus was nothing more than an inspired prophet, not the Son of God. Father Nil soon finds a previously unpublished account of the origins of Christianity and when he also pushes forward with his investigation into Andrei’s death finds his own life in danger.
Crusader Gold by David Gibbins
David Gibbins’ excellent first novel ‘Atlantis’ introduced Jack Howard and his team from IMU (International Maritime University). Once again they are on the track of archaeological treasures and this time are in Instanbul’s harbour on a dive to find treasure lost when Crusaders sacked Constantinople in 1204 during the fourth Crusade. Meanwhile back in Hereford, England, Maria de Montijo & her assistant, JeremyHaverstock have made a remarkable discovery which sends Jack and his team, joined by Maria & Jeremy on an epic, but lethal quest, stretching from Harald Hardrada, the Viking king to the fall of the Nazis and the dark secrets of the present day Vatican. A search which could lead to the greatest treasure of all, the Menorah, symbol of the Jewish faith stolen by the Romans who sacked Jerusalem’s Holy Temple and paraded it in triumph in Rome. Taken to Constantinople before the fall of Rome it had vanished by 1204. Could it be waiting to be found and will Jack & his team find it before it falls into the hands of dark forces who will use it for their own evil purposes?
The Brotherhood of the Holy Stroud by Julia Navarro
The Turin Shroud has long fascinated countless people throughout the ages, both believers and sceptics alike. Two stories run in parallel in this novel by Spanish writer Julia Navarro. One is a tale of the history of the shroud from its very beginnings , the other the story of the struggle between two very different factions who wish to possess and protect the shroud. A fire and suspected robbery at Turin Cathedral bring the shroud to the attention of Marco Valoni, head of the Art Crimes Department and his team of specialists. What was the man who died in the fire doing there? And why was his tongue cut out? What does businessman Umberto D’Alaqua know? His company was carrying out restoration work at the cathedral. Where does the Church stand in this and what does the too good to be a priest Padre Yves know? As Marco and his team investigate further, it becomes very clear to them that the Shroud is the key to the mystery and as team member Sofia Galloni delves into its history,she makes some startling discoveries, which could endanger her & her colleagues. A very well written and enthralling read which features one of Boris’ favourite Orders.
The Sacred Bones by Michael Byrnes
This first novel by Michael Byrnes is a very worthy challenge for the crown that Dan Brown of ‘The Da Vinci Code’ fame at present wears. When an ancient artefact is stolen beneath the Temple Mount with thirteen Israeli soldiers killed, the tenuous peace in the Middle East is threatened. Razak bin Ahmed al-Tahini is asked by the Waqf, the Muslim council that acts as the Temple Mount’s overseers to assist in their investigation. Meanwhile in Vatican City, Charlotte Hennesy, an American geneticist and Giovanni Bersei, an Italian anthropologist have been secretly summoned to examine a 2,000 year old skeleton bearing the unmistakable marks of crucifixion. In Jerusalem, Razak aided by Graham Barton, an Englishman who works for the Israeli Antiquities Authority search for who was behind the attack and what was really taken and find the path to the truth not an easy one to follow. Meanwhile Charlotte & Giovanni, under the malevolent eye of Vatican security expert Salvatore Conte, come ever closer to the realisation that what they are uncovering will rock the Church to its very foundations and place their lives at risk.
The Alchemist’s Secret by Scott Mariani
Ben Hope is a former member of the SAS who haunted by a tragedy from his past now devotes his life to searching for and rescuing kidnapped children. One day he receives an unusual request to search for an ancient manuscript which could hold a secret that could save a dying child’s life. Reluctant at first to take on the job, Hope is persuaded and sets off to find the document alleged to hold the formula for the elixir of life discovered in the 1920s by Fulcanelli, a brilliant alchemist who mysteriously disappeared. Ben soon finds out that others are seeking the manuscript for far more evil reasons and he comes up against the Gladius Domini, a fundamentalist Catholic organisation. Joining up with Dr Roberta Ryder, an American scientist a trail leads them from Paris to the ancient Cathar strongholds of the Lanquedoc. This could be Ben Hope’s deadliest quest yet and it will take all his skills if he and Roberta are to survive.
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