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Solomon's Scrolls: A North and Swiftwater Thriller
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.
- GenresThriller
318 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 31, 2024
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Richard Turner
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November 28, 2024
*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.
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.
October 28, 2025
On par withe the better Clive Cussler stories.
November 28, 2024
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.
November 30, 2024
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
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
August 15, 2024
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.
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.
April 3, 2025
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.
Best Templer book I have read. I couldn't put it down. I couldn't wait to read what was coming next.
May 27, 2025
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.
If this was a movie, it would be very exciting. Black market weapons, safe houses, gun fights, knife fights, explosions, and treasure.
December 5, 2025
Excellent
At first I thought the book was a bit simplistic but I was wrong. It's a very good read. I recommend it.
At first I thought the book was a bit simplistic but I was wrong. It's a very good read. I recommend it.
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