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Parker Chase #2
The Crown's Vengeance
In the august halls of the Ivy League, a scholar uncovers shocking evidence of an unimaginable betrayal.
Professor Erika Carr uncovers a Revolutionary era espionage report, lost for centuries in a cache of Alexander Hamilton's private documents. Dr. Carr is stunned when she discovers the intelligence reports were authored by Paul Revere. A clue hidden within the message suggests a second missive exists, waiting to be found.
Parker Chase joins her on a journey that leads to astonishing revelations about a centuries old conspiracy to destroy American independence. On Revere's trail, they are attacked by a murderous syndicate of international powerbrokers intent on silencing them forever.
Running for their lives, Parker and Erika must outwit an invisible enemy while unraveling a conspiracy that stretches from the morally bankrupt halls of Wall Street to oil-soaked sands in the Middle East. Locked in a struggle for their lives, they fight to reveal an unthinkable secret, the fate of a nation hanging in the balance.
Professor Erika Carr uncovers a Revolutionary era espionage report, lost for centuries in a cache of Alexander Hamilton's private documents. Dr. Carr is stunned when she discovers the intelligence reports were authored by Paul Revere. A clue hidden within the message suggests a second missive exists, waiting to be found.
Parker Chase joins her on a journey that leads to astonishing revelations about a centuries old conspiracy to destroy American independence. On Revere's trail, they are attacked by a murderous syndicate of international powerbrokers intent on silencing them forever.
Running for their lives, Parker and Erika must outwit an invisible enemy while unraveling a conspiracy that stretches from the morally bankrupt halls of Wall Street to oil-soaked sands in the Middle East. Locked in a struggle for their lives, they fight to reveal an unthinkable secret, the fate of a nation hanging in the balance.
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Published December 21, 2012
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About the author
Andrew Clawson
37 books104 followersAndrew Clawson is from Pennsylvania and fervently hopes the Pirates win a World Series in his lifetime.
He is currently writing two series.
The Harry Fox archaeological adventure series involves a Pakistani-American who chases artifacts for the Italian mob. He’s a man caught between two worlds, uncovering history’s greatest treasures while carving out his place in the world.
The Parker Chase series follows a daring banker who unravels forgotten historical mysteries while outpacing modern villains intent on using the past for their own nefarious purposes.
The TURN novels reveal the exploits of a former American big-game hunter turned conservationist who battles to save his adopted African homeland from being ripped apart by greed and violence.
Andrew lives near Pittsburgh with his wife, two young children and a rescued black cat.
He is currently writing two series.
The Harry Fox archaeological adventure series involves a Pakistani-American who chases artifacts for the Italian mob. He’s a man caught between two worlds, uncovering history’s greatest treasures while carving out his place in the world.
The Parker Chase series follows a daring banker who unravels forgotten historical mysteries while outpacing modern villains intent on using the past for their own nefarious purposes.
The TURN novels reveal the exploits of a former American big-game hunter turned conservationist who battles to save his adopted African homeland from being ripped apart by greed and violence.
Andrew lives near Pittsburgh with his wife, two young children and a rescued black cat.
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June 21, 2022
Parker and Erika go on another quest as Erika finds a secret message concerning Paul Revere. Of course, the usual billionaire wants to cover everything up.
October 8, 2013
My thoughts... This is without a doubt a five star read!! Once again Clawson does not disappoint... in his second novel of amateur sleuthing with Erika Carr and Parker Chase they find themselves in the midst of danger when Erika receives 300 year-old documents authored by the legendary Paul Revere. This is the second book by author Andrew Clawson. He brings twice the adventure and historical intrigue with the revolutionary espionage that comes to light through Parker and Erika's investigation of these documents. Be sure you set aside enough time to finish this one, you'll not want to put this one down until you read the last page. Be sure to read Andrew Clawson's debut novel "A Patriot's Betrayal," also found at a bookstore near you.
November 29, 2014
Some good, some stupid
First let me say that the entire underlying plot of the book is intriguing. The American greed is a likely candidate as any for bringing down the county. However, using England to do so was a rather low blow.
Where the book starts to crumble is during one of the ridiculously numerous shoot-outs and assassination attempts. And then to hear that the prior book in the series contains the same thing ... too much of a stupid thing is still stupid. I get it that the author wanted action, but this formula got repetitive very fast. And the CIA coming to the rescue just in time, I think I saw that in almost every movie I watched as a child. Come on, think of something new.
First let me say that the entire underlying plot of the book is intriguing. The American greed is a likely candidate as any for bringing down the county. However, using England to do so was a rather low blow.
Where the book starts to crumble is during one of the ridiculously numerous shoot-outs and assassination attempts. And then to hear that the prior book in the series contains the same thing ... too much of a stupid thing is still stupid. I get it that the author wanted action, but this formula got repetitive very fast. And the CIA coming to the rescue just in time, I think I saw that in almost every movie I watched as a child. Come on, think of something new.
January 23, 2015
Movie material
Very good story! I kept thinking of the movie National Treasure as I was reading. And thank you Andrew Clawson for writing a book without using any overt foul language....not ONE F bomb!
Very good story! I kept thinking of the movie National Treasure as I was reading. And thank you Andrew Clawson for writing a book without using any overt foul language....not ONE F bomb!
September 30, 2020
This was a very interesting mixture of thriller and historical fiction. I read it in a very short time because it held my interest and caused me to come back to it at every opportunity. Set in New England the author does a very nice job of making his locations clear and memorable and the premise is based on a very interesting idea about history and economics. I highly recommend this book.
March 18, 2024
Good but confusing
I rate this at 4.5 stars. Erika and Parker are once more diverted into a historic mystery and yet settled into modern day jargon. I like the book but the oil and banking measure confused me.
I like Andrews books and he really draws a person into the next storyline.
I rate this at 4.5 stars. Erika and Parker are once more diverted into a historic mystery and yet settled into modern day jargon. I like the book but the oil and banking measure confused me.
I like Andrews books and he really draws a person into the next storyline.
July 26, 2020
Another perfect Parker Chase/Erica Carr novel and I love the treasure story line and historical information. I picture Parker being like Nicholas Cage in National Treasure. This is book 2 and it does not disappoint.
October 29, 2023
D r. Erica Carr is perusing her latest find and a mystery!
When three letters attributed to Alexander Hamilton are discovered b behind a wall, they are sent to her to verify authenticity! What dangers await???
When three letters attributed to Alexander Hamilton are discovered b behind a wall, they are sent to her to verify authenticity! What dangers await???
October 27, 2025
A good read all though it was a bit far fetched in places. A good plot that combines high finance and political history well with a plot to bring the USA to its knees thank goodness for our protagonists, whose characters are stating to fill out nicely looking forward to the next.
May 25, 2017
Good story
Very good story keeps you turning the page. Enjoyed the characters and the history. Look forward to the next book
Very good story keeps you turning the page. Enjoyed the characters and the history. Look forward to the next book
May 30, 2019
Crowns Vengence
I really enjoyed this book. It’s very fast paced and keeps you turning the pages. I love how the author connect past to present.
I really enjoyed this book. It’s very fast paced and keeps you turning the pages. I love how the author connect past to present.
July 21, 2019
Good book
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so . Shelley
You people should just read this book yourselves and write your own review on this novel yourself and I really enjoyed reading this book very much so . Shelley
September 24, 2020
Another good outing
I like the history angle juxtaposed with a modern day crime.Chase and Dr. Erica have nine lives . Can't wait to read the next in the series.
I like the history angle juxtaposed with a modern day crime.Chase and Dr. Erica have nine lives . Can't wait to read the next in the series.
July 6, 2022
Super fun read , thanks I will look for more
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I would join the group but it’s on Facebook I never do fb it is not acceptable sorry will read your books however, not connected to fb
December 28, 2014
Why I Read: This book has been on my radar for quite some time. I picked it off one of those book deal newsletters and hadn’t read it in months. But now that winter is here and time is nothing if not free, it was the perfect time to indulge.
Review: If there’s something I love more than anything in a pulp fiction, it’s conspiracy. ‚The Crown’s Vengeance‘ delivers that by the bucketload. I’ve never read the first book in the series which follows the two characters, Erika and Parker, on yet another adventure - but thankfully that didn’t seem to matter. The pair are quickly embroiled in a plot which threatens to destroy America from its very seams and if you like anything with action and historical tidbits - you’ve got to read this.
Erika and Parker are two casual characters whom are enjoyable, once you give them a chance. Their relationship is particularly fun and once danger comes to their doorstep, it was jarring to read the dodging of bullets zeroing in on characters you quite like. The main antagonists are also evil to the core (don’t you love an evil character you just can’t emphasize with)
There’s certainly nothing wrong with a straightforward plot, and the Crown’s Vengeance clearly shows thatreadibg can just be for fun. There doesn’t have to be some larger purpose behind the twists and turns. For me, this book was great because it was a chance to relax and breathe. There’s no concern in this book that you’re going to be overwhelmingly shocked (although there are some twists!), and as a reader, I was comfortable understanding that the moment I picked it up.
I really liked this book. That’s it. Simple as it is. Characters, historical mysteries and thriller scenes paired with more scenes about an international conspiracy stretching through the decades. What isn’t to like?
Review: If there’s something I love more than anything in a pulp fiction, it’s conspiracy. ‚The Crown’s Vengeance‘ delivers that by the bucketload. I’ve never read the first book in the series which follows the two characters, Erika and Parker, on yet another adventure - but thankfully that didn’t seem to matter. The pair are quickly embroiled in a plot which threatens to destroy America from its very seams and if you like anything with action and historical tidbits - you’ve got to read this.
Erika and Parker are two casual characters whom are enjoyable, once you give them a chance. Their relationship is particularly fun and once danger comes to their doorstep, it was jarring to read the dodging of bullets zeroing in on characters you quite like. The main antagonists are also evil to the core (don’t you love an evil character you just can’t emphasize with)
There’s certainly nothing wrong with a straightforward plot, and the Crown’s Vengeance clearly shows thatreadibg can just be for fun. There doesn’t have to be some larger purpose behind the twists and turns. For me, this book was great because it was a chance to relax and breathe. There’s no concern in this book that you’re going to be overwhelmingly shocked (although there are some twists!), and as a reader, I was comfortable understanding that the moment I picked it up.
I really liked this book. That’s it. Simple as it is. Characters, historical mysteries and thriller scenes paired with more scenes about an international conspiracy stretching through the decades. What isn’t to like?
November 24, 2014
I would raet this book somewhere 3.5. I liked the style, it's very fast-paced, which I like. It reads and feels like a Hollywood blockbuster - the hero, the villain. I have a few remarks such as silly spelling mistakes which even I whom native language is not English noticed and some issue at the end. Like how did Nick learn where Chase and Carr were or what happened with Nigel Sterling? Yet the book kept me hooked. The story plot is all about over a two hundred years old conspiracy secret dated back in late 18th century when King George 3rd came up with a plan to infiltrate the American government so that the young nation collapses and Britain takes a revenge on the rebellious commoners. Revere - a secret American spy on that time, left coded messages which was very cool - I like historical thrillers, mysteries, conspiracies, etc. I must confess it has some logic and at the end of the book, I myself came up with a few recent history events that the author could have used. For example the oil spill from British Petroleum (a conspiracy to undermine America lol!) The villain just before to be caught had a tirade about America's greed with which I agree, maybe even the author(?) It was strange that the hero, a financial investor became super rich at the end. In general, I recommend the book because it kept me reading - even in the first page there was a murder. Smart move! It definitely hooked me right from the start.
December 11, 2014
I wanted to like this book more than I really did. I just had a hard time believing that a handful of elite Brits have carried a 230 year grudge against the US in the name of King George III, for winning the war. Did like the lecture at the end of how the US is a decadent country, but it seemed strange coming from the English who aren't exactly something to write home about.
The historical conspiracy was rather intriguing, though I had hoped the conspiracy was going to be the reveal that Alexander Hamilton was a damn Tory. Even moe shocking, would be if Paul Revere were his co-conspirator. But alas!
Andres Clawson made banking and investment shenanigans really to understand though, and I've no doubt that there are rich dicks out there doing exactly as our villains do.
I found Erika and to lesser extent Parker annoying. When in the world does Erika teach her classes? Or attend tiresome faculty committee meetings? She is probably untenured, too, and I doubt if the History Dept at Penn is impressed with young hot profs who carry guns, break into historical sites, and steal historical documents. Saving the US economy could buy her tenure in a few years, though, I suppose. I found her so annoying that I hoped the assassin (my favorite character in the book, would kill her.
The historical conspiracy was rather intriguing, though I had hoped the conspiracy was going to be the reveal that Alexander Hamilton was a damn Tory. Even moe shocking, would be if Paul Revere were his co-conspirator. But alas!
Andres Clawson made banking and investment shenanigans really to understand though, and I've no doubt that there are rich dicks out there doing exactly as our villains do.
I found Erika and to lesser extent Parker annoying. When in the world does Erika teach her classes? Or attend tiresome faculty committee meetings? She is probably untenured, too, and I doubt if the History Dept at Penn is impressed with young hot profs who carry guns, break into historical sites, and steal historical documents. Saving the US economy could buy her tenure in a few years, though, I suppose. I found her so annoying that I hoped the assassin (my favorite character in the book, would kill her.
June 26, 2015
Back in the time of the American revolution a group of British citizens of wealth and standing form a cabal to retake the colonies by economic means. Now in the present their successors are about to release their latest attempt. Erika Carr a scholar at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia is working on a grant researching some newly discovered artifacts fro Alexander Hamilton. She finds a letter from Paul Revere written in code. When her friend Parker Chase, a financial advisor joins her for a weekend, they work on decoding he letter and soon find themselves on a dangerous adventure as they search for clues and eventually go head to head with the plotters of the British revenge. Mystery and action abound as the plot unfolds.
December 1, 2014
Totally enlightening
What better way to delve into the intricacies of big banking than by storytelling ! Mr. Clawsen has done this service admirably. Unraveling a little of this information has led me to want to investigate the economics of banking and the stock exchange as it affects our country and the world. Being informed is the responsibility of each citizen. How else can we keep an eye on the 'big guy's handling our finances and some politicians who would like to 'handle' it as well !? Look forward to reading more of Mr. Clawsens' work !
What better way to delve into the intricacies of big banking than by storytelling ! Mr. Clawsen has done this service admirably. Unraveling a little of this information has led me to want to investigate the economics of banking and the stock exchange as it affects our country and the world. Being informed is the responsibility of each citizen. How else can we keep an eye on the 'big guy's handling our finances and some politicians who would like to 'handle' it as well !? Look forward to reading more of Mr. Clawsens' work !
December 6, 2014
A week's worth of adrenaline with some to spare!
Political thriller involving a 200 year old plot to take revenge on England's former American colonies, whom King George blamed for the downfall of the British empire. Chase and Carr dodge death by assassin while uncovering a conspiracy to destroy the U.S. economy. Can they overcome overwhelming odds in time to prevent another depression and live to see the outcome?
Political thriller involving a 200 year old plot to take revenge on England's former American colonies, whom King George blamed for the downfall of the British empire. Chase and Carr dodge death by assassin while uncovering a conspiracy to destroy the U.S. economy. Can they overcome overwhelming odds in time to prevent another depression and live to see the outcome?
April 8, 2016
Another winner
I guess I am a sucker for historical fiction. The plots are always plausible and filled with interesting historical trivia about the historical figure who is central to the case. I enjoyed this one as much as the his first book and I look forward to reading book 3.
The first book's main historical figure was George Washington. This one cantered around Paul Revere. The next one will revolve around Alexander Hamilton.
I guess I am a sucker for historical fiction. The plots are always plausible and filled with interesting historical trivia about the historical figure who is central to the case. I enjoyed this one as much as the his first book and I look forward to reading book 3.
The first book's main historical figure was George Washington. This one cantered around Paul Revere. The next one will revolve around Alexander Hamilton.
March 14, 2013
Wow, I was sooo excited when Andrew asked me to review this book. I absolutely loved the first story about Parker and Erika and couldn't wait to read more! This one is just as exciting and fast paced as the first, with new adventures flying at the couple in every turn. I truly hope there will be more stories about these two, and Nick also, in the future!
February 7, 2015
Excellent! He is spot on st the end when he (Clawson) warns that economies are the hearts of countries and can easily be damaged. His writing is lucid and energizing. His ability to write intriguingly about complex financial matters reminds me of Paul Erdman's novels from several decades ago. I will definitely read his other two Erika and Parker novels.
April 14, 2015
The Crown s Rengeance
It is sad but it is true that our nation is heading for a fall from greatness as former great nation's have done in the past from our infra structure rotting from within from greed. Will man ever learn from past mistakes, probably not. This novel was reverting, it held me captivated, holding my breath and anticipating every moment.
It is sad but it is true that our nation is heading for a fall from greatness as former great nation's have done in the past from our infra structure rotting from within from greed. Will man ever learn from past mistakes, probably not. This novel was reverting, it held me captivated, holding my breath and anticipating every moment.
February 28, 2015
Enjoyed the premise and the characters of this book. Plot kept my attention and kept me looking forward to picking up the book and seeing what was going to come next. Now have to read Andrew's first book to catch up on these two and put everything into perspective.
November 28, 2014
Entertaining but...
Story is unique but told in a way that is predictable. Still, it is entertaining and educational re history and finance.
Story is unique but told in a way that is predictable. Still, it is entertaining and educational re history and finance.
November 23, 2014
Formulaic but an enjoyable and easy read.
December 2, 2014
A little sluggish and financially preachy in places,but moved pretty quick and generally a good read.
December 18, 2014
TOO many coincidences
There some in everyone's life, but here they become way over whelming. Plus in the end they become almost unconstrained.
There some in everyone's life, but here they become way over whelming. Plus in the end they become almost unconstrained.
January 31, 2015
I kept confusing the characters up at the beginning, but sorted it out. Parts were exciting, but not a super compelling can't wait to see what happens, big surprise kind of read.
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