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The Horsemen's Shadow
The Horseman’s Shadow
The end of the World isnt coming - It's Already begun. A Conspiracy Centuries in the Making. A Countdown to Global Collapse. A Fight to Reclaim the Future. For centuries, four men have ruled the world from the shadows, their power stretching across governments, financial markets, and even the digital world. Known only as the Horsemen, they don’t just predict history—they control it. Wars, economic crashes, pandemics—every disaster has been a carefully orchestrated step toward their ultimate plan.
Now, Phase Zero has begun. A technologically engineered global collapse designed to erase civilization as we know it. Banks will fail. Cities will burn. The world will be reset—and only those chosen to rule will survive.
But their secret is about to be exposed.
A lost manuscript hidden in the Vatican contains the one truth that could bring them down. It has predicted every rise and fall of civilization for centuries—and it warns of the Horsemen’s final catastrophe.
Historian Claire Hayes never expected her research to become a death sentence. Her husband, Adam Hayes, a former SAS operative turned MI6 intelligence officer, has spent his life-fighting wars in the shadows—but this time, the battlefield is everywhere. Their only ally? Dave Ross, a rogue hacker who has uncovered a terrifying the entire digital world is wired for destruction, and the Horsemen hold the kill switch.
The countdown is already ticking.
As cyber warfare ignites, assassins close in, and global infrastructures begin to crumble, Adam, Claire, and Dave must race against time to stop Phase Zero before the world is lost forever. Because this isn’t just about survival—it’s about rewriting the future before there’s nothing left to save.
For fans of Dan Brown, James Rollins, and Tom Clancy, The Horseman’s Shadow is a relentless fusion of conspiracy, cyber warfare, espionage, and ancient secrets—where history, technology, and power collide in a high-stakes battle for the fate of humanity.The world isn’t ending by accident. It’s being erased. And time is running out.
The end of the World isnt coming - It's Already begun. A Conspiracy Centuries in the Making. A Countdown to Global Collapse. A Fight to Reclaim the Future. For centuries, four men have ruled the world from the shadows, their power stretching across governments, financial markets, and even the digital world. Known only as the Horsemen, they don’t just predict history—they control it. Wars, economic crashes, pandemics—every disaster has been a carefully orchestrated step toward their ultimate plan.
Now, Phase Zero has begun. A technologically engineered global collapse designed to erase civilization as we know it. Banks will fail. Cities will burn. The world will be reset—and only those chosen to rule will survive.
But their secret is about to be exposed.
A lost manuscript hidden in the Vatican contains the one truth that could bring them down. It has predicted every rise and fall of civilization for centuries—and it warns of the Horsemen’s final catastrophe.
Historian Claire Hayes never expected her research to become a death sentence. Her husband, Adam Hayes, a former SAS operative turned MI6 intelligence officer, has spent his life-fighting wars in the shadows—but this time, the battlefield is everywhere. Their only ally? Dave Ross, a rogue hacker who has uncovered a terrifying the entire digital world is wired for destruction, and the Horsemen hold the kill switch.
The countdown is already ticking.
As cyber warfare ignites, assassins close in, and global infrastructures begin to crumble, Adam, Claire, and Dave must race against time to stop Phase Zero before the world is lost forever. Because this isn’t just about survival—it’s about rewriting the future before there’s nothing left to save.
For fans of Dan Brown, James Rollins, and Tom Clancy, The Horseman’s Shadow is a relentless fusion of conspiracy, cyber warfare, espionage, and ancient secrets—where history, technology, and power collide in a high-stakes battle for the fate of humanity.The world isn’t ending by accident. It’s being erased. And time is running out.
364 pages, Paperback
Published March 11, 2025
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September 1, 2025
A technological thriller about what would happen if businessmen could influence the weather and manipulate resources. The main characters of Adam, Claire and David have to decipher the snippets of information which is being picked up on transmissions. We follow them as they start to put it together with the help of an ancient manuscript. There is a lot of technical jargon but that doesn't detract from the story which gallops along at a pace (pun intended). I really got to feel for the characters and I didn't want anything to happen to them. Keep me up late reading so I could finish it. Really enjoyed it as it is a departure from my usual police/crime books. If you like technological thrillers and dystopian future this makes a great read. with thanks to the author for allowing me to read this.
June 10, 2025
What if history wasn’t recorded, but engineered?
That chilling thought gets deeply explored in The Horsemen’s Shadow (Book 2 of The Septem Cycle), an incredibly immersive and fast-paced thriller written with masterful precision by Joe Nathan Paul. This book is a gripping read that’s packed with mythology, ancient secrets, and nonstop action.
The highlight I loved about this book is how effortlessly mystery and history were blended. The storyline was filled with suspense, exotic settings, and mind-bending twists. What truly made it stand out was the way it kept surprising the reader page after page.
The author has done a fantastic job in crafting a world that feels dangerously real. His pacing is sharp, his imagination vivid, and his characters unforgettable. The writing is engaging, lucid, and designed to pull readers in from the very first sentence.
This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys high-stakes adventures with a touch of the mysterious. I found it to be unputdownable and absolutely satisfying in every way.
Joe Nathan Paul’s storytelling is rich with detail, gripping in execution, and impressive in style. I can’t wait to read more from this talented author.
Overall a riveting, cinematic, and powerful read.
That chilling thought gets deeply explored in The Horsemen’s Shadow (Book 2 of The Septem Cycle), an incredibly immersive and fast-paced thriller written with masterful precision by Joe Nathan Paul. This book is a gripping read that’s packed with mythology, ancient secrets, and nonstop action.
The highlight I loved about this book is how effortlessly mystery and history were blended. The storyline was filled with suspense, exotic settings, and mind-bending twists. What truly made it stand out was the way it kept surprising the reader page after page.
The author has done a fantastic job in crafting a world that feels dangerously real. His pacing is sharp, his imagination vivid, and his characters unforgettable. The writing is engaging, lucid, and designed to pull readers in from the very first sentence.
This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys high-stakes adventures with a touch of the mysterious. I found it to be unputdownable and absolutely satisfying in every way.
Joe Nathan Paul’s storytelling is rich with detail, gripping in execution, and impressive in style. I can’t wait to read more from this talented author.
Overall a riveting, cinematic, and powerful read.
March 24, 2025
📚My Review:- Recently I came across this book called " The Horsemen's Shadow : The end of the world isn't coming - It's already begun ! " and I couldn't stop myself from getting my hands on it. This fantastic techno-thriller talks about how the powerful Horsemen's have been rulling the world from the shadows since years and about the global collapse which might occur soon leading to huge destruction. The story is absolutely interesting with twists and well crafted thrilling plot. The language used was rich and simple for the readers to understand. If you're a beginner or thriller lover looking for some interesting titles to start with, trust me you'll love it ! Phase Zero which was a technologically designed global collapse was about to begin but before that the characters need to give their best to stop it in order to save the world. Do you think the characters will be successful in their mission? Or will the Phase Zero destroy the entire existence of the world ? It's a gripping, flawless and unforgettable ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat and deeply connected to the amazing characters. I can proudly say that this book has made it's way to my favourites.
July 6, 2025
“Fear keeps you alive” or “fear keeps you running”. One of the questions within The Horsemen’s Shadow. Joe Nathan Paul’s thriller grips from the prologue to… no spoilers, Sarah! Sorting evil from good is well-nigh impossible, though every character is superbly grounded. Periods of time – decades – are covered, and Mr Paul doesn’t restrict himself to cities we know by repute or from visits – Washington DC, London, UK, Geneva… He ventures within the Vatican with the same aplomb as Dan Brown in Angels and Demons.
July 9, 2025
Even though you kind of know where the end of the book will take you....what a ride!
This book shows the balance of politics, culture, dedication and intelligence. Right from the beginning, I was on the edge and never receded. The author does a good job of using the human psyche to give reasons for various events which could happen. The superb way in which the good guys fight back and an "over the top" ending and you have a memorable piece of fiction by one of the masters of the genre.
This book shows the balance of politics, culture, dedication and intelligence. Right from the beginning, I was on the edge and never receded. The author does a good job of using the human psyche to give reasons for various events which could happen. The superb way in which the good guys fight back and an "over the top" ending and you have a memorable piece of fiction by one of the masters of the genre.
July 9, 2025
Fantastic!
Scary stuff though if you think about how this could really happen. This book has intense detail and the author forces you to pay attention. You must have patience to push through the detail to find the A-Mazing story. I look at it like there are 10, seemingly unrelated, stories going on at the same time and about half way thru they start, one by one, to come together. You will not be disappointed. Stuff movies are made of.
Scary stuff though if you think about how this could really happen. This book has intense detail and the author forces you to pay attention. You must have patience to push through the detail to find the A-Mazing story. I look at it like there are 10, seemingly unrelated, stories going on at the same time and about half way thru they start, one by one, to come together. You will not be disappointed. Stuff movies are made of.
July 19, 2025
https://www.amazon.com/Horsemens-Shad... A review:
The moment I picked up The Horsemens Shadow the Septem Cycle by Joe Nathan Paul I knew I was in for a thrilling and conspiracy-filled ride. Fans Of Dan Brown and any political thriller will love the way four "horsemen" have moved through time to engineer and finally destroy earth before moving another world. It makes the reader believe life here was engineered and that science, weather and all politics are part of a plan.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The moment I picked up The Horsemens Shadow the Septem Cycle by Joe Nathan Paul I knew I was in for a thrilling and conspiracy-filled ride. Fans Of Dan Brown and any political thriller will love the way four "horsemen" have moved through time to engineer and finally destroy earth before moving another world. It makes the reader believe life here was engineered and that science, weather and all politics are part of a plan.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
September 3, 2025
Explosive, relentless, and terrifyingly plausible. The Horseman’s Shadow delivers the perfect storm of ancient secrets, modern espionage, and edge-of-your-seat action. Fans of Dan Brown and Tom Clancy will devour this.
March 16, 2025
Came accross this book by accident and my word what a find it is. One of the best book ive read in ages. Like a mix of Davinci Code meets Bounre Identity, with some great characters thrown in.
March 19, 2025
Purchased this book through Amazon for paperback but is available as an Ebook too. Definitely recommend and is worth a read. Very detailed and great storytelling.
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