Solomon's Scrolls

A North and Swiftwater Thriller #1

by Richard Turner

When Kim Swiftwater, an aspiring thief, and Connor North, the leader of an anti-poaching team, are thrust together, they must put their differences apart to find the truth behind a legend dating back to the First Crusade. Following clues from Paris, Switzerland, Thailand, and beyond, Kim and Connor need to remain one step of a shadowy organization intent on finding the biblical treasure worth trillions of dollars.

Genres: Thriller

302 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 31, 2024

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Reviews

[Steven Decknick]

*DNF*
Pros: Delightful opening.
Cons: Lost me at chapter 2 with story of present day in another area of the world.

Overall: I found the opening chapter of Grenier and his departure very interesting and I was happy to read more. Unfortunately, chapter two leaps into the present day in the D.R. Congo with a whole new set of characters in what seems like an unrelated story—one that I had no interest in reading.

Plot hole: In chapter one as Grenier and company leave by ship, Andre guards the dock… and no one throws him a rope as they cast off? In fact, as the ship sails away, Andre remains on the dock to guard…? Even further, he takes up arms against three men because…? Grenier and family watch helplessly from the ship. No one brought a bow and arrows or a crossbow to defend Andre, if close enough to clearly see his demise?

Summary: The opening tale of a Knight Templar seemed promising, but the present day story was not what I wanted. I received a free copy and I thank the author for the opportunity to read his work—it wasn’t for me.

[Clay Davis]

On par withe the better Clive Cussler stories.

[Tom Robinson]

It was a well written, clean thriller with some unnecessary expletives shelled out for dramatic effect. It's a quick, entertaining read but has some rough edges.

[Keith Withers]

Rivetting drama

A totally action packed and highly charged story in the North and Swiftwater series books. From start to finish a fully action packed story of our two main characters searching for the lost scrolls. Both are hired to search for the hidden scrolls but for two opposing treasure hunting multi billionaires. With the help of Connor North's good ally, who is the supplier of all the weaponry and transport, the two individuals become lifelong partner's in this bloodbath of activity.

[J.D. Schechter]

If you like action...

Another retired Marine 6th a similar job as a civilian when he's asked to become essentially a soldier of fortune...naturally, with an attractive woman for a partner

[Buddy Draper]

I downloaded some free ebooks for my Kindle and this was one of them. Each of those books turned out to be duds. I stuck with this one longer than others because there seemed to be potential, but it wasn’t worth sticking with it.

[John Curtis]

Action archeology

Big build up and explanations but appeared that the required number of words were met and then finished as soon as possible. Ending was rushed.

[Michael]

Couldn't stop reading it.

Best Templer book I have read. I couldn't put it down. I couldn't wait to read what was coming next.

[Kate Swafford]

Lots of action!

If this was a movie, it would be very exciting. Black market weapons, safe houses, gun fights, knife fights, explosions, and treasure.

[Tayna Smith]

Excellent

At first I thought the book was a bit simplistic but I was wrong. It's a very good read. I recommend it.

[Melba]

Exciting & suspenseful read!

[Brian Gormly]

Was Good

Was an easy read and kept your attention, but a bit choppy and scripted at times. I can recommend it.

[D'anah]

Blasphemes!

[Peggy R. Key]

Good story. Terrible editing.

This was so full of typos and the occasional bad grammar, it was comical. But the story was good enough.

[Glenn]

Lots of action

I really enjoyed this action filled story. The search for King Solomon's scrolls was extremely interesting. Looking forward to reading more of this series.

[Herbert Rosenblum]

A nice read.

Would have loved a more romantic ending. I also didn’t like the wisecrack about someone being old. The many twists and turns kept me reading until the dramatic finish.

[Richard Werner]

Great starter series. Fast read and very interesting story.

[Diana]

Definitely not a bedtime read

Very actiony and engaging. It kept me wondering what would happen next. I recommend reading tis book when you have time to binge read.

[Govno Nichevo]

I thought that this was a pretty good read. Started with a couple of great chapters, settled into a well-paced action thriller. Stereotypical characters perhaps, but they were not caricatures.

[Tom]

DNF @ 9%