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The Camelot Code
L’objectif est de proposer un ensemble de connaissances essentielles à l’exercice des métiers du marketing BtoB, positionnant ce dernier au cœur de la performance de l’entreprise comme processus continu de création de valeur. Le lecteur trouvera parmi les sujets développés : <!-- [if !supportLists]-->• <!--[endif]-->Stratégie client ; Capital client et gestion du portefeuille ; Inbound marketing et lead management ; Digitalisation et transformation de la fonction commerciale ; Stratégie et gouvernance de l’offre
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First published July 25, 2013
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June 11, 2019
The tag line on the cover page 'What if King Arthur was more than a Myth' was what made me pick up this book because I am a crazy fan about mythology especially if it is ancient Greek/ Roman and Arthurian.
It is a good one time read but yes I was disappointed on the whole...I guess I put a lot of expectation into the book which for me didn't carry all the way through.
The book has three plots running: a murder investigation of an antiques dealer who has been robbed of an ancient Celtic cross and a memory stick containing sensitive information, a kidnapping of the daughters of the investigating officer and a terrorist threat from Al Qaeda (surprise surprise) which are all inter-connected to one organization called SSOA (Secret and Sacred Order of Arthurians) which is headed by Owain Gywn. Owain and all the other members of the BL (Blood Line) of SSOA, are supposed to be direct descendants/ reincarnations of the original Knights of the Round Tables whose spirit live on in them and their goal is to fight evil and maintain peace and order in the 'civilized' world and thwart the machinations of Josep Mardid the nemesis of Owain. It basically tells the reader that the ancient Arthurian cycle of King Arthur/ Guinevere/ Lancelot/ Morded still exists and will continue to exist, which means that those three characters stuck in the most famous love triangle of all will probably never ever get to see a happy ending....ugh.
It is a good one time read but yes I was disappointed on the whole...I guess I put a lot of expectation into the book which for me didn't carry all the way through.
The book has three plots running: a murder investigation of an antiques dealer who has been robbed of an ancient Celtic cross and a memory stick containing sensitive information, a kidnapping of the daughters of the investigating officer and a terrorist threat from Al Qaeda (surprise surprise) which are all inter-connected to one organization called SSOA (Secret and Sacred Order of Arthurians) which is headed by Owain Gywn. Owain and all the other members of the BL (Blood Line) of SSOA, are supposed to be direct descendants/ reincarnations of the original Knights of the Round Tables whose spirit live on in them and their goal is to fight evil and maintain peace and order in the 'civilized' world and thwart the machinations of Josep Mardid the nemesis of Owain. It basically tells the reader that the ancient Arthurian cycle of King Arthur/ Guinevere/ Lancelot/ Morded still exists and will continue to exist, which means that those three characters stuck in the most famous love triangle of all will probably never ever get to see a happy ending....ugh.
May 28, 2020
This is the third novel I read by this author and I enjoyed it as much as the previous. I really like how the author concocts a plot mixing historical, mostly religious, mysteries with action, adventure, a light and good humored writing style, easily likeable characters, the most riveting venues and all this in short chapters from multiple points of view which makes for a faster and enthusiastic reading. This novel is all about King Arthur and his Knights, or rather, about a Secret Society with roots in the mythical King Arthur that fight for the good on Earth and, boy, did it thrill me! It's my first book featuring this theme. I was skeptical at the beginning but I soon was addicted in my reading and 500 pages just flew.
The protagonist in The Camelot Code is Mitzi Falon, a FBI detective. Curiously, she also appeared in The Turin Shroud, the novel I read previously - and which happened to be the first book I read in 2020. I liked Mitzi very much, she's so funny.
I kept imagining the character Owain Gwyn as the actor Clive Owen and I'm in desperate need of watching the movie KING ARTHUR, featuring this actor.
The protagonist in The Camelot Code is Mitzi Falon, a FBI detective. Curiously, she also appeared in The Turin Shroud, the novel I read previously - and which happened to be the first book I read in 2020. I liked Mitzi very much, she's so funny.
I kept imagining the character Owain Gwyn as the actor Clive Owen and I'm in desperate need of watching the movie KING ARTHUR, featuring this actor.
October 12, 2013
O droi’r tudalen derfynol a chau clawr The Camelot Code gan Sam Christer am y tro olaf, mae gen i deimladau aruthrol o dristwch. Mae rhan bach o fy enaid wedi marw, oherwydd fe wyddais y dylaf fod yn farchog y ford gron. Mae gen i hiraeth i ymweld â Chastell Caergwyn, un na fyddaf yn medru siglo. Yn syml iawn, Ardderchog.
What can one say about The Camelot Code? As a proud Welshman the thought of reading this book fascinated me. I knew that a sizeable portion of the book would be set in Wales but what I wasn’t prepared for was the magical properties the book possessed – very Arthurian! It transported me back to a time when I was younger, when we were taught about the round table, the knights and of course Welsh folklore – including the legendary King Arthur. Argh, those heady memorable school days drinking warm milk that had been standing by the radiators for hours, listening to enthusiastic teachers shape our childhood with stories of old fables.
I’ve always had a fascination with King Arthur and whenever I can I do like to satisfy my hunger with tales of Merlin and the round table, of Camelot, of Guinevere, of Sean Connery. This books does all that and more – well perhaps not Sean Connery. I wanted to be part of history; I wanted to help shape the future. I wanted to live in Caergwyn Castle period. It may all sound a tad melodramatic but I absolutely loved this book. I can’t say much fairer than that. If I could sign up and be part of the movement I would!
This is the second book I’ve read by Sam Christer and I can categorically say that this will not be the last. With a narrative that is both sharp and incredibly fluent the story moves along at an electrifying pace, the short chapters all but ensuring the book is a quick and enjoyable read. The story moves from the United States to London to Wales to New York and even includes a brief visit to Lundy Island but we as readers are never in one place for too long.
Mitzi Fallon is back with a bang and her no nonsense approach is infectious. When she’s involved in a car crash early on in the book her recovery is rather drawn out and for the majority of the book she’s like a bear woken up from hibernation prematurely. She’s cantankerous, cranky and irritable but she gets things done and is without question the star of the show. That said I really felt an affinity with Sir Owain. A likeable character and even though not real I felt drawn to his personality, a man you could depend on, a man you could call upon to do the right thing, a man I’d like to spend time with and learn.
I don’t think there was a character I didn’t like but it was the Welshness and personality of the book that I enjoyed over everything. Don’t get me wrong the story is well thought out and the multi layered plot intelligently crafted but with little references to Wales here and there it all came together somehow. It was like getting a marvellous present at Christmas but with the added bonus of having it gift-wrapped. You didn’t know what was inside until you opened it up and jumped in.
Sam Christer is a talented scribe. He knows how to work an audience and he knows how to deliver a tale. When you close the book for one final time and your mind keeps making up stories and the characters live on long after you’ve reached the conclusion then you know the author has done his or her job. I can’t wait to see what he comes up with next. Ardderchog!
What can one say about The Camelot Code? As a proud Welshman the thought of reading this book fascinated me. I knew that a sizeable portion of the book would be set in Wales but what I wasn’t prepared for was the magical properties the book possessed – very Arthurian! It transported me back to a time when I was younger, when we were taught about the round table, the knights and of course Welsh folklore – including the legendary King Arthur. Argh, those heady memorable school days drinking warm milk that had been standing by the radiators for hours, listening to enthusiastic teachers shape our childhood with stories of old fables.
I’ve always had a fascination with King Arthur and whenever I can I do like to satisfy my hunger with tales of Merlin and the round table, of Camelot, of Guinevere, of Sean Connery. This books does all that and more – well perhaps not Sean Connery. I wanted to be part of history; I wanted to help shape the future. I wanted to live in Caergwyn Castle period. It may all sound a tad melodramatic but I absolutely loved this book. I can’t say much fairer than that. If I could sign up and be part of the movement I would!
This is the second book I’ve read by Sam Christer and I can categorically say that this will not be the last. With a narrative that is both sharp and incredibly fluent the story moves along at an electrifying pace, the short chapters all but ensuring the book is a quick and enjoyable read. The story moves from the United States to London to Wales to New York and even includes a brief visit to Lundy Island but we as readers are never in one place for too long.
Mitzi Fallon is back with a bang and her no nonsense approach is infectious. When she’s involved in a car crash early on in the book her recovery is rather drawn out and for the majority of the book she’s like a bear woken up from hibernation prematurely. She’s cantankerous, cranky and irritable but she gets things done and is without question the star of the show. That said I really felt an affinity with Sir Owain. A likeable character and even though not real I felt drawn to his personality, a man you could depend on, a man you could call upon to do the right thing, a man I’d like to spend time with and learn.
I don’t think there was a character I didn’t like but it was the Welshness and personality of the book that I enjoyed over everything. Don’t get me wrong the story is well thought out and the multi layered plot intelligently crafted but with little references to Wales here and there it all came together somehow. It was like getting a marvellous present at Christmas but with the added bonus of having it gift-wrapped. You didn’t know what was inside until you opened it up and jumped in.
Sam Christer is a talented scribe. He knows how to work an audience and he knows how to deliver a tale. When you close the book for one final time and your mind keeps making up stories and the characters live on long after you’ve reached the conclusion then you know the author has done his or her job. I can’t wait to see what he comes up with next. Ardderchog!
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April 16, 2014I'm about seven chapters into this book and normally I wouldn't even consider offering an opinion except for one thing which has been bugging me from page one. The authors writing style seemed to be off somehow and I couldn't quite put my finger on it until this evening. Initially I thought the style to be immature but this wasn't true, well not quite, rather it was that the author writes as if his day job is writing audio descriptions of films or tv shows for the blind. You are never really made to feel part of the action as the author keeps us at arms length by making the reader feel like some sort of ethereal witness who will be required to provide detailed notes at a later date.
However anyone who includes a character who wears a 'The Big Bang Theory' t-shirt can't be all bad so I intend to struggle on and will attempt to forgive the cold distance created by the author.
However anyone who includes a character who wears a 'The Big Bang Theory' t-shirt can't be all bad so I intend to struggle on and will attempt to forgive the cold distance created by the author.
February 22, 2014
This is my first Sam Christer novel. I loved it.
The storyline is intriguing. I love conspiracies, noir, secret sects and cults. This book has everything I need.
I thought plot went little off-the-track halfway thru. But pieces fall in place towards the climax. Bravo!
The storyline is intriguing. I love conspiracies, noir, secret sects and cults. This book has everything I need.
I thought plot went little off-the-track halfway thru. But pieces fall in place towards the climax. Bravo!
January 3, 2020
An exceptionally good thriller which moves along well. It takes the principal that King Arthur and the Arthurian legends are a reality and now part of a multi-national business that fights the Mardrid (Mordred) from the legends. Arthur and Merlin and Guinevere still exist and appear to be almost immortal with their bloodlinestaking their places. Mitzi Fallon the American FBI detective is an unsurprising cynic when faced with Owain Gwyn (Arthur) but is convinced with the hekpof Myrddin (Merlin).
A brilliant readespecially for those wholike thrillers with a twist.
A brilliant readespecially for those wholike thrillers with a twist.
December 27, 2019
Wish I could give this book more than five stars.
It's an action-packed thriller set in the present day, but with many references to the court and times of King Arthur.
There are terrorist threats from a re-emerging al Qaeda and various law enforcement agencies are trying to prevent them.
Mitzi Fallon, newly divorced and staying with her daughters Jade and Amber at her sister's house, is a lead investigator on two homicides. This role takes her to the UK, where she renews her professional relationship with former American Ambassador Owain Gwynn and his secret organisation.
As the investigation hots up, Jade and Amber are kidnapped and shot. Mitzi is still in the UK and being held captive herself as she has vital information that the terrorists want to get their hands on. Fallon eventually gets back to the States and is relieved that her daughters will live.
The threatened attacks by a re-emerging al Qaeda take place, with a fair bit of devastation and collateral damage, but the targets of the bombings are unhurt.
This is an action-packed book, full of twists and turns. I really enjoyed it,
It's an action-packed thriller set in the present day, but with many references to the court and times of King Arthur.
There are terrorist threats from a re-emerging al Qaeda and various law enforcement agencies are trying to prevent them.
Mitzi Fallon, newly divorced and staying with her daughters Jade and Amber at her sister's house, is a lead investigator on two homicides. This role takes her to the UK, where she renews her professional relationship with former American Ambassador Owain Gwynn and his secret organisation.
As the investigation hots up, Jade and Amber are kidnapped and shot. Mitzi is still in the UK and being held captive herself as she has vital information that the terrorists want to get their hands on. Fallon eventually gets back to the States and is relieved that her daughters will live.
The threatened attacks by a re-emerging al Qaeda take place, with a fair bit of devastation and collateral damage, but the targets of the bombings are unhurt.
This is an action-packed book, full of twists and turns. I really enjoyed it,
February 17, 2014
There are a large amount on characters in this book from the very start, which can be a tad disorientating at times. However, I'm really glad I stuck with it! A great storyline and great main characters make this a good read for fans of Dan Brown and any other writers of conspiracy theory thrillers.
May 1, 2016
Very entertaining second outing by Mitzi Fallon. One would hope she returns to complete the trilogy.
You've got a secret society, well rounded characters, suspense, action, history, what you have is another smash for Sam Christer.
A big book that reads very fast because of very short chapters. I LOVE short chapters!
You've got a secret society, well rounded characters, suspense, action, history, what you have is another smash for Sam Christer.
A big book that reads very fast because of very short chapters. I LOVE short chapters!
November 19, 2019
Does Arthur still live?
I gave this book five stars because it is a thoroughly good read. Good strong plot and excellent subplots. The characters are noble but not saints. My favourite character was Merlin and I was disappointed that he wasn't a main character. An excellent book to read on a cold winter's night in front of a log fire with a glass or mug in your hand.
I gave this book five stars because it is a thoroughly good read. Good strong plot and excellent subplots. The characters are noble but not saints. My favourite character was Merlin and I was disappointed that he wasn't a main character. An excellent book to read on a cold winter's night in front of a log fire with a glass or mug in your hand.
March 29, 2018
Another great book by Sam Christer The Camelot code delivers on Arthurian legend with the input of the FBI in the form of Mitzi Fallon an agent woh needs to be convinced about how a legend survives for hundreds of years.
Loved the book would recommend to pick it up & read
Loved the book would recommend to pick it up & read
October 10, 2013
Could not put this book down! Gripping plot. Very glad to have discovered this author.
June 3, 2014
Very enjoyable, well woven tale.
January 1, 2014
Lose yourself in mythology, and thriller. I like the link in with characters from previous book, following their journey as well. Enjoyed it!
March 4, 2021
The book is just captivating. By reading “What if King Arthur was more than a Myth?” sparks my curiosity and since I picked up the book I could not put it down.
Mitzi has brought the modern cop character that is lively and since I am a fan of detective thrillers the characters within the first plot of the story itself are captivating.
The mysteries of King Author is thrilling and by putting the two plots of the America and UK setting brings a well-rounded full-filling story.
Highly recommended for any King Arthur fan whether it is a movie or another book.
I rated this book as four stars because at the climax I was expecting a give way for Mitzi, I feel as if the end of the books has dropped on me. Keeping me, hanging and questioning what did Mitzi did with all the findings.
Mitzi has brought the modern cop character that is lively and since I am a fan of detective thrillers the characters within the first plot of the story itself are captivating.
The mysteries of King Author is thrilling and by putting the two plots of the America and UK setting brings a well-rounded full-filling story.
Highly recommended for any King Arthur fan whether it is a movie or another book.
I rated this book as four stars because at the climax I was expecting a give way for Mitzi, I feel as if the end of the books has dropped on me. Keeping me, hanging and questioning what did Mitzi did with all the findings.
July 30, 2022
U této knihy mám problém jasně vyjádřit pocity z příběhu...
Miluju detektivky, ještě k tomu protkané nějakým nadpřirozenem. Ale tady vlastně celou knihu pořádně nevíte, CO je to nadpřirozené, co určité věci znamenají, nechápete spojitosti.. a ještě těžší je sledovat příběh, když ho vypráví 5 různých stran/lidí a každá tahle fáze má maximálně 5 stránek.
Problém se začtením nebyl, chcete prostě vědět, co se stane dál, k čemu dojdou, jestli už konečně odhalí to nadpřirozeno, které vám pořád proklouzává mezi prsty.
Ve zkratce... Děje se tam toho strašně moc, ale zároveň skoro vůbec nic.
Miluju detektivky, ještě k tomu protkané nějakým nadpřirozenem. Ale tady vlastně celou knihu pořádně nevíte, CO je to nadpřirozené, co určité věci znamenají, nechápete spojitosti.. a ještě těžší je sledovat příběh, když ho vypráví 5 různých stran/lidí a každá tahle fáze má maximálně 5 stránek.
Problém se začtením nebyl, chcete prostě vědět, co se stane dál, k čemu dojdou, jestli už konečně odhalí to nadpřirozeno, které vám pořád proklouzává mezi prsty.
Ve zkratce... Děje se tam toho strašně moc, ale zároveň skoro vůbec nic.
January 20, 2018
Mitzi Fallon is called upon to investigate two murders and the theft of an ancient iron cross. Her investigation brings her to England then Wales, where she stumbles upon a secret organization that is helping to rid the world of terror and evil.
I enjoyed the mystery and suspense of this novel. The end of the book is a page turner that keeps you interested through the last page.
I enjoyed the mystery and suspense of this novel. The end of the book is a page turner that keeps you interested through the last page.
December 27, 2018
I found the book a little boring. Good and evil fighting. Secret organizations, agents everywhere and of course there is a happy end and a lot of space for a sequel/s.
I guess that my main grief is that the book felt too artificial. Too pre-planned. Like the author attended class Writing 101 and applied all the knowledge into writing this book.
I guess that my main grief is that the book felt too artificial. Too pre-planned. Like the author attended class Writing 101 and applied all the knowledge into writing this book.
July 4, 2020
Past meets present, what's not to like? Not semi historical fiction, but really well written. The myths and legends surrounding the Knights of the Round Table are brought to life in this book. Exciting!
September 21, 2020
3.5*. Writing - good. Mini chapters so you read it super quick and satisfyingly - good. I just wanted MORE Camelot. More fantasy. IDK why in my head this was going to be waaaaaay more fantastical than it was. But hey ho. Can't win 'em all.
December 23, 2020
When I saw the name of this book I immediately picked it up, attracted by the King Arthur myth. However, it wasn’t what I expected. For me, there was no mystery, no adventure, it didn’t really made want to read more.
June 24, 2019
Well it was different seems as if there ought to be a follow up book
April 30, 2020
Very good book.
December 8, 2020
This was the first book I`ve read by this author and I really enjoyed it
May 6, 2021
Interesting storyline although it flitted about too much for me.
October 24, 2021
Kept my interest.
June 14, 2022
Pomysł fajny, ale brakuje trochę kunsztu literackiego. Pewne wątki fajnie się zapowiadały po czym przeszło do zwykłej sensacji.
June 20, 2022
DNF at 20%. It's a conspiracy theory type of book. I love arthurian novels, but this one isn't for me. Probably nice if you're into Dan Brown, though.
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