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The Adamic Code: Book 1 in the Orion's Spear Series
Before the coma that ended his mission, Chris Thomas was a nobody....
But now he holds the secret of the Adamic Code. And it’s a secret the order will kill for.
When Chris uses the Adamic Code to create a revolutionary artificial intelligence known as Max, he gets the world’s attention, but fame’s not all he thought it would be.
Working side by side with the beautiful and brilliant Leah, Chris soon finds himself caught up in a web of lies and manipulations as a secret society plots to take control of the Max Al and the world.
Against all odds, he must cooperate with the CIA to stop the Order from destroying most of humanity with an unthinkable weapon.
Outgunned and out of time, Chris and a team of assassins form a long-shot plan to take down the enemy.
Can they use the Max Al to stop the Order before it's too late?
If you love Gregg Luke, Stephanie Black, James D. Prescott, and A. G. Riddle, you'll love The Adamic Code by new LDS suspense writer C. T. Knudsen.
But now he holds the secret of the Adamic Code. And it’s a secret the order will kill for.
When Chris uses the Adamic Code to create a revolutionary artificial intelligence known as Max, he gets the world’s attention, but fame’s not all he thought it would be.
Working side by side with the beautiful and brilliant Leah, Chris soon finds himself caught up in a web of lies and manipulations as a secret society plots to take control of the Max Al and the world.
Against all odds, he must cooperate with the CIA to stop the Order from destroying most of humanity with an unthinkable weapon.
Outgunned and out of time, Chris and a team of assassins form a long-shot plan to take down the enemy.
Can they use the Max Al to stop the Order before it's too late?
If you love Gregg Luke, Stephanie Black, James D. Prescott, and A. G. Riddle, you'll love The Adamic Code by new LDS suspense writer C. T. Knudsen.
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January 1, 2022
This book begins as almost-vignettes of unconnected lives that gradually come together. The book overlaps Cain (as in the son of Adam who killed his brother Abel), with Knife (a special ops military man) and Chris (an average American from Oregon). Chris has a near-death experience that opens up part of his brain and takes him from struggling with math to seeing math equations in his periphery vision all the time. The book may appeal more to people who have some familiarity with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints since there are some themes that will be recognizable however, being LDS is not a pre-requisite to following the themes. There is substantial violence, since it's a war-style book. Some of the violence is typical for war books/movies, while some is more graphic sacrificial-style. This may be off-putting to some readers.
This is a pretty strong opening to a trilogy.
This is a pretty strong opening to a trilogy.
January 30, 2022
engaging and quick read
My husband recommended this book to me. I read it in a day. I just couldn’t put it down. The beginning starts a bit slow with three seemingly separate story lines but once they converge I was on the edge of my seat. It’s also clear the author researched quite a bit to put this book together. I fact checked the facts presented in the prologue and was a little surprised by what was there and that it all checked out. Without giving too much away, the government is a scary thing and I’m not even a conspiracy theorist. The end did seem a bit rushed for how slowly things got started, but that didn’t detract from how much I enjoyed it.
My husband recommended this book to me. I read it in a day. I just couldn’t put it down. The beginning starts a bit slow with three seemingly separate story lines but once they converge I was on the edge of my seat. It’s also clear the author researched quite a bit to put this book together. I fact checked the facts presented in the prologue and was a little surprised by what was there and that it all checked out. Without giving too much away, the government is a scary thing and I’m not even a conspiracy theorist. The end did seem a bit rushed for how slowly things got started, but that didn’t detract from how much I enjoyed it.
November 29, 2021
Awesome Read - A bit gruesome at times.
The author gives you fair warning in the introduction that this may be a bit graphic. I guess I wasn’t prepared for what that meant. He stages it in the fact that there are evil people in the world that do this stuff. It just took me by surprise. Overall this book is incredible. Grandpas rules alone are worth a ton of consideration. Well done. Purchased book 2 already and can’t wait to read it!
The author gives you fair warning in the introduction that this may be a bit graphic. I guess I wasn’t prepared for what that meant. He stages it in the fact that there are evil people in the world that do this stuff. It just took me by surprise. Overall this book is incredible. Grandpas rules alone are worth a ton of consideration. Well done. Purchased book 2 already and can’t wait to read it!
December 7, 2021
Worth the Read
The evil parts were very real. It almost caused me to put the book down and delete it from my phone. I hated that evil feeling. Only an excellent writer can convey such horrible feelings through his words. The very last part of the ending, after the main character married, was too simple. By simple I mean quick and easy, and didn't seem written by the same author. Otherwise, the book was definitely a good read!
The evil parts were very real. It almost caused me to put the book down and delete it from my phone. I hated that evil feeling. Only an excellent writer can convey such horrible feelings through his words. The very last part of the ending, after the main character married, was too simple. By simple I mean quick and easy, and didn't seem written by the same author. Otherwise, the book was definitely a good read!
December 20, 2021
Highly recommend this thriller.
This was one of the most incredible books I have read the characters are mature and real. The scenario is up to date, current. The excitement continues through the entire book. And one can enjoy the book without dealing with language that shouldn’t be required reading and romance scenes some would rather skip past. It was all adventure and thriller. Very realistic
This was one of the most incredible books I have read the characters are mature and real. The scenario is up to date, current. The excitement continues through the entire book. And one can enjoy the book without dealing with language that shouldn’t be required reading and romance scenes some would rather skip past. It was all adventure and thriller. Very realistic
December 22, 2020
I don’t normally read books in this genre, but I still really liked it. It had a smart and original plot. Great characters (though Leah felt a bit flat) and great action sequences. The story is written for an lds audience, but it’s not quite as childish as a lot of lds fiction. I’ll definitely read the next book.
December 24, 2021
Unexpected but Awesome
I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book. I also don’t read a lot of fiction. But the book is extremely well written and pulled me in from the beginning. Knudsen is an gifted writer with a great imagination. Can’t wait to get started reading the next book.
I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book. I also don’t read a lot of fiction. But the book is extremely well written and pulled me in from the beginning. Knudsen is an gifted writer with a great imagination. Can’t wait to get started reading the next book.
November 28, 2021
A great LDS adventure
A gripping read that tells a dramatic tale of good and error. The end days are getting closer and this series promises to give a possible clue as to how it might happen
A gripping read that tells a dramatic tale of good and error. The end days are getting closer and this series promises to give a possible clue as to how it might happen
December 26, 2021
Really enjoyed this book!
This started off slowly but built at a growing speed, keeping me on the edge of my seat for the last 5 chapters. Yes, I knew in a vague way what was coming but the details were well crafted. A really fun read!
This started off slowly but built at a growing speed, keeping me on the edge of my seat for the last 5 chapters. Yes, I knew in a vague way what was coming but the details were well crafted. A really fun read!
January 2, 2022
I had a hard time putting this book down! I am not usually very interested in this kind of genre, but this story captured me from the start. I enjoyed the conspiracy theories, action, and personal introspection of the main character. I am looking forward to reading the next book!
January 19, 2022
Very telling
Knudsen has done a masterful job in explaining just how evil some or gay can when given enough money and power. In the coming days we.will need more Max and Chris' to overcome this evil. May we each find the strength to overcome evil.
Knudsen has done a masterful job in explaining just how evil some or gay can when given enough money and power. In the coming days we.will need more Max and Chris' to overcome this evil. May we each find the strength to overcome evil.
May 18, 2022
An amazing story!
This is an amazing story full of action and interesting characters. Some parts are gory and parts were very disturbing. I may be kind of paranoid after reading this and it gave me scary dreams. In the end I was happy that the good guys won. At least for now.
This is an amazing story full of action and interesting characters. Some parts are gory and parts were very disturbing. I may be kind of paranoid after reading this and it gave me scary dreams. In the end I was happy that the good guys won. At least for now.
December 27, 2020
Fun Read
Although somewhat far fetched, it is well written and enjoyable to read. I am definitely planning on reading the next in the series.
Although somewhat far fetched, it is well written and enjoyable to read. I am definitely planning on reading the next in the series.
January 8, 2021
Entertainment
I truly enjoyed this book. It was fast paced and it made me wonder how much of it could be true someday. Happy Reading!!
I truly enjoyed this book. It was fast paced and it made me wonder how much of it could be true someday. Happy Reading!!
March 31, 2021
Loved the book
If you’re a fan of LDS fiction you’ll love this book. It’s got romance, action and moves quickly. Can’t wait to read the second book.
If you’re a fan of LDS fiction you’ll love this book. It’s got romance, action and moves quickly. Can’t wait to read the second book.
November 22, 2021
I really liked this story, and I do recommend it if you are a Latter-Day Saint. There are plenty of interesting speculations and commentary on our beliefs. Also, it's just a fast-paced, fun book that flows in a good direction.
December 4, 2021
I enjoyed this book - it has a little too much violence for my taste but I enjoyed the plot and the adventure. Loved no swearing.
December 11, 2021
3.5⭐ the whole book was like an LDS version of a Dan Brown book.
February 5, 2022
Some fun ideas
Certain parts were well researched
Pretty cliche, cookie cutter
Little character development or depth
Kept me entertained, I'll probably read the next
Certain parts were well researched
Pretty cliche, cookie cutter
Little character development or depth
Kept me entertained, I'll probably read the next
February 21, 2022
Hard to get into, but a fun idea and I will read the next one!
August 8, 2025
2.5, rounded up to 3. It took about half way through the book for it to become interesting, then I enjoyed it.
February 9, 2021
Loved this book!
Can’t wait for the next book! Reads like a Tom Clancy with a healthy dose of imagination on steroids. Well done.
Can’t wait for the next book! Reads like a Tom Clancy with a healthy dose of imagination on steroids. Well done.
December 31, 2021
Fun read and great story!
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