Trust No One

by James Rollins

From the #1 New York Times bestselling master of international intrigue comes a shocking new stand-alone thriller that thrusts a group of university students, falsely accused of murder, into a treacherous hunt across Europe, all to unlock the secrets buried within a centuries-old book that could change humankind forever.

Knowledge can be magic—until it falls into the wrong hands.

The ritualistic murder of a British professor at the University of Exeter points to a startling cast of  his own students. All are enrolled in a postgraduate program covering the history of witchcraft, folklore, and spiritualism.

All evidence points to Sharyn Karr—an American student. Prior to the professor’s death, he had thrust a centuries-old book upon her. It appears to be the handwritten and encrypted diary of an eighteenth-century mystic and occultist, the Comte de Saint-Germain. The professor begged her to keep the text safe, ending with a warning.

Trust no one.  

Such a responsibility forces her into cooperation with Duncan Maxwell, a fellow postgrad and the sixteenth in line to the British Crown. Already, Duncan has proven himself a savant with encryptions. Unfortunately, the pair clash at every level, but they both need one another. Especially when they discover the book’s opening   Herein lies the secret to my immortality. Come find me, if you dare.

As dark forces close upon the pair, she and her friends are forced to flee, pursued by law enforcement and hunted by a powerful cabal. In an explosive chase across Europe—from the Tower of London to Parisian chateaus to a fortress in the Italian Alps—Sharyn must learn the true secret hidden in Saint-Germain’s text. It will send her and the others across history and deep into the heart of one of the world’s greatest mysteries, a secret buried at the roots of Western Civilization, a discovery that could topple empires and change humanity forever.

For what lies at the end of Saint-Germain’s diary is as shocking as its opening words.

Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Mystery Thriller, Fiction, Adventure, Suspense, Action

432 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication February 24, 2026

About the author

James Rollins is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of international thrillers. His writing has been translated into more than forty languages and has sold more than 20 million books. The New York Times says, “Rollins is what you might wind up with if you tossed Michael Crichton and Dan Brown into a particle accelerator together.” NPR calls his work, “Adventurous and enormously engrossing.” Rollins unveils unseen worlds, scientific breakthroughs, and historical secrets matched with stunning suspense. As a veterinarian, he had a practice in Sacramento for over a decade and still volunteers at local shelters. Nowadays, Rollins shares his home up in the Sierra Nevada Mountains with two furry companions, Echo and Charlie. He also enjoys scuba diving, spelunking, kayaking, and hiking. Of course, he loves to travel and experience new places around the world, which often inspire his next globe-trotting adventure.

Reviews

[James · Rating 4 out of 5]

When you like an author, and in particular one of their bigger series runs, you might click to buy or download their latest without reading the description, right? I'm usually good about checking first, only because I'm up to over 100 series I read, and between that and new authors, or authors who don't write a series, I have more than I can actually read in a given year. This time, I didn't check and assumed this book was Rollins' latest Sigma Force book. But it wasn't. I have enjoyed his other work, so I dove in. Great new characters. Loved the historical connections. Sad at the death and injuries. Everything I love about Sigma but with new characters. So it worked out. Take a chance sometimes; that's my new year lesson.

[Kat (Ginger Bibliophile on YouTube) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I fricking loved it! It was everything I enjoy about his Sigma Force series, but with fresh young characters in a stand alone. The witch side felt a little tenuous aside from a setting to get everyone together, but the mystery, the action, the various locations…so good!!

[Steven · Rating 5 out of 5]

Review to come upon release

[Meg Gilman · Rating 5 out of 5]

James Rollins is back and showing the world why he is my favorite author. An absolute edge of your seat thriller. As usual, Rollins combines history and adventure in a way only he can. Starting with a ritualistic murder, in the most haunted place in England, on Halloween? Quintessential Rollins. Sharyn is thrust into a centuries old mystery when she is entrusted to be the keeper of an artifact of unimaginable promise and mystery with a simple instruction….trust no one.

You’ve got it all here. History, cryptic texts to solve, mysteries to unravel, danger, betrayal, twists and turns galore. The writing is perfectly paced, the characters are fantastic. Hugh is by far my favorite. The group dynamics are amazing, with each character adding weight and expertise to the task. As the characters race across Europe, the imagery and detail are fantastic. As much as I love my Sigma family (of which I have read them all!), this standalone by Rollins may be one of my favorite stories by him.

5 stars. Perfect. A huge thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to review!

[Bob · Rating 5 out of 5]

Let me start by thanking Netgalley for extending this advanced copy to me for this review in return. James Rollins is still at the top of his game, as you can not help but learn something while enjoying the tale he spins. A true historical fiction master. Imagine that you could trust no one, but were thrust into the biggest burden of your life. Sharyn, a student of the occult at Exeter University has this very dilemma. No knowing where else to turn, she shares her secret with her closest friends and then a couple more to make five altogether. Can five University students outwit the powerful groups of people targeting them to get the secrets that they currently hold? And along they way, who can they trust? Humanity's future depends on their decoding the past first.

[Marianne Fuller Lamb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant!! This book is Amazing!! The book is full of adventure, and factual history about a very famous character that goes beyond time! Saint-Germain is as relevant today as he was centuries ago. The Saint-Germain trust is very real and active along with his treasures!! It is about to help mankind! The characters in this book flowed together with fun, amusement, and loyalty! Do not miss out on this jewel!! 🎉🎊📚🔦🔍🐦‍⬛🐾

[Sheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Trust No One” by James Rollins is a fun edge of your seat historical mystery.
A book that holds that holds the secrets of the world and has been guarded for centuries by a series of keepers is given to an American student studying abroad to guard after her professors violent death. A vicious clandestine group will stop at nothing including murder to get hold of the book. Determined to find the secrets held within the book, our heroine and a group of her close friends journey their way across Europe hunted by this network of men & women.
This book is a gripping adventure filled with mystery and myth.

Thank you NetGalley and William Morrow for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Berkomerko]

Hey there, a random post in a hobby forum about sharing clips led me here. I tried it the same evening. While preparing a short video, the mp4 compressor online blended into my routine without fuss. I liked that nothing felt rushed or cluttered. The final file uploaded easily, and I closed my browser with a positive impression.

[LindaPf · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I think of James Rollins’ books, I put him in the same category as Dan Brown. Beautifully intricate thrillers with a myriad of international symbols unfolding across exotic locations with an esoteric quest, sometimes including mind-blowing tech, but often otherworldly themes or objects attracting good guys and bad guys.

“Trust No One” is a standalone, unrelated to the popular Sigma Force books, that stars a magical book, given by a professor at the University of Exeter (which really offers coursework in occult science) to one of his students with the caveat “trust no one.” In this thriller, we are reminded that magic is just knowledge that remains inexplicable to us.

This thriller follows five students thrown together in a race for their lives as they protect the mysterious locked book from the villainous people who are indiscriminately killing people in order to obtain the treatise. Sharyn, the student who was given the book, involves her two roommates and then two others at Exeter. Eventually, we see how each person has a skill set that helps them.

Rollins, like Dan Brown, is a master at weaving historical facts and real locations together to create a plot. This is a high stakes thriller that includes discussions of possibly real alchemical reactions and the quest for the Elixir of Life (along with caverns of Nazi-looted treasures that Indiana Jones would enjoy).

The author includes various medieval illustrations and maps that keep your sense of wonder soaring. The main characters, with later assistance from other good guys, are all extremely well developed as we learn what parts of their past experiences are assisting them now. I loved how the book introduced us to somewhat obscure locales, and I did find myself looking up a lot of his references. It was totally engrossing and I hated to see it end. 5 stars!

Literary Pet Peeve Checklist:
Green Eyes (only 2% of the real world, yet it seems like 90% of all fictional females): YES Naomi has forest-green eyes.
Horticultural Faux Pas (plants out of season or growing zones, like daffodils in autumn or bougainvillea in Alaska): NO Rollins includes a lot of esoteric botanical knowledge like Morretti’s bellflowers that only grow in the Dolomites, or that the moat around the Tower of London was seeded with millions of flowers for a Superbloom.

Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy!

[cheybaebae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to James Rollins, the publisher and NetGalley for the free e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

James Rollins never disappoints!
I always learn new things reading his works, a true master of weaving fact and fiction. It is one of the many reasons I enjoy his writing so much.

With the non-stop action, the traveling from country to country, the history, the puzzles, the danger, the betrayal, the sprinkle of romance. It's giving National Treasure, da Vinci Code, Indian Jones vibes. As is what I have come to expect from James Rollins and what I love most about his books.

When I saw Trust No One was a standalone my heart rejoiced! It's been what? Two decades since he's written a standalone (don't quote me on that)? Oh, how I've missed them. Amazonia is my absolute favorite. While Trust No One didn't quite surpass it, it's one of his best.

If you are looking for a fast-paced, suspenseful adventure enriched by history and a mystery lost to time and puzzles I highly recommend this. Follow Sharyn, as she unwittingly becomes the thirteenth keeper of a book with many secrets, and the target of those who want it at all costs.

Happy reading, my friends!

[Lori L (She Treads Softly) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Trust No One by James Rollins is a very highly recommended stand-alone thriller of international intrigue. It opens with a treacherous event which will immediately grab your attention and pull you into the story.

Sharyn Karr is an American student in a postgraduate program covering the history of witchcraft, folklore, and spiritualism at the University of Exeter in England. Shortly before his death when the two meet in the school's library, Professor Julian Wright entrusts her with a valuable and historically significant ancient book, the locked and encrypted journal from the Count of Saint-Germain, an 18th-century alchemist. He instructs her to never open it, keep it safe and, trust no one. He also gives her a number to contact if she needs help. Events quickly force Sharyn to confide in her two roommates along with Duncan Maxwell and his friend.

The five university students are being chased by a lethal cabal and law enforcement while being blamed for murder. They flee, following instructions via their unknown contact, but are followed at their every move and pursued across England, France, and into the Italian Alps by their deadly pursuers. They learn from Malick Laurent, a guardian of the book who joins them in their flight, that Confrérie des Illuminés is the group after them.

As expected, this is an extremely well-written, fast-paced thriller that grabs your attention from the start and never lets it go. The plot is compelling and the menacing group hunting for the students as they are on the run keeps the tension very high throughout the novel. Their enemies always see just a few steps behind them. At the same time the group needs to solve the puzzles in the ancient text while always just a few paces ahead of death. Rollins does his usual mixing historical facts and places with fiction and includes a note afterword about what is real and what he took liberties with in the plot. The narrative also includes illustrations and maps.

The characters are all fully realized individuals and you will care about what happens to them. Sharyn has a very specific background and hidden skill set which brings a lot to bear on the plot. The rest of the characters also add their own special abilities that assist the group in their mission and hope for survival. I would personally follow another outing of this group should a series be a possibility.

Trust No One is a perfect choice for everyone who enjoys a fast-paced well-written thriller. Thanks to HarperCollins for providing me with an advance reader's copy via Edelweiss. My review is voluntary and expresses my honest opinion.

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[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

James Rollins Unleashes a Thriller You Can't Put Down

James Rollins delivers another pulse-pounding thriller with Trust No One . The action kicks off at the University of Exeter, where a British professor’s ritualistic murder sets everything in motion. Fingers quickly point to his own postgraduate students, forcing them, led by brilliant Sharyn Gage and the enigmatic Duncan Maxwell, into a frantic, high-stakes race across Europe. Accused, on the run, and desperate to clear their names, the group finds themselves entangled in a web of secrets that stretches back centuries, the shadow of danger constantly at their heels.

Rollins knows how to build tension, and he populates his story with characters who are as complex as they are compelling. Sharyn’s sharp mind and Duncan’s cryptic genius anchor the group, but trust is a scarce commodity here. Friends blur into enemies, allies shift without warning, and every new revelation muddies the waters further.

What sets Trust No One apart isn’t just the relentless pace (though you’ll lose sleep over this book). It’s the way Rollins blends age-old myths and historical riddles into a true page-turner, giving the reader substance along with the suspense. The story is rich with researched detail, but never bogged down; the action is always front and center, and Rollins’s cinematic style makes each twist hit harder.

That said, readers looking for a light, linear thriller might find themselves lost in the labyrinth of clues and historical background. As with many thrillers at this level, a bit of disbelief suspension comes with the territory; not every plot leap lands perfectly for every reader.

This is vintage Rollins: layered, electrifying, and clever, proving once again that few can match his blend of breakneck plotting and historical intrigue. If you crave thrillers with smarts, heart, and plenty of adrenaline, Trust No One delivers.

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

James Rollins is a gifted writer, and his Sigma Force series is a favorite. This standalone novel is just as good, if not better, in some ways. I love how Mr. Rollins starts Trust No One with "Historical" facts and "Modern" facts -- the background stories of the mysterious Comte de Saint-Germain and his association with Marie-Antoinette, and especially, Countess Gabrielle Pauline d'Adhemar (the queen's lady-in-waiting), are fascinating. The Count sent messages to the Queen -- often through Gabrielle -- over the years, trying to warn the Queen and King Louis XVI of the impending Revolution, among other things. In later years, the Count visited Gabrielle and entrusted her with a mysterious volume -- a "diary" in his words, that contained "the key to riches and dangers beyond all imagining."

Okay, so I was certainly hooked after that. The story then jumps to present day, where a group of graduate students at the University of Exeter, including an American, Sharyn Karr, study witchcraft, medieval manuscripts, codes, archeology, etc. They will soon be involved in a wild chase across Europe, which of course, involves the Comte de Saint-Germain's book.

The novel is a fast-paced thriller, and it can get a bit exhausting. But the story -- and the characters -- are so interesting, that I didn't really mind having to suspend a bit of reality.

I also appreciated that Mr. Rollins added an "Author's Note to Readers: Fact of Fiction" at the end of novel. This just made everything I had read make sense both factually and fantastically. Kudos to Mr. Rollins for making this book so much more enjoyable to his readers. I definitely want to read more about Saint-Germain and his rumored immortality.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and William Morrow for the eARC, and the opportunity to read this novel. All opinions are my own.

[Jeff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Non-Sigma Adventure Blend of Rollins, Reilly, Robinson, And Others. Up front, for long time fans of Rollins: This is *NOT* a Sigma Force book... but it *is* written in such a way that I could see this book being retconned into that series at a later point via having these characters show up in a future Sigma book. The style of this tale and the Sigma books are very similar, so it really wouldn't shock me at all there.

For others who have never read one of Rollins' earlier thrillers - mostly in the aforementioned Sigma Force series - this is a very solid, standalone (so far?), introduction to his overall style. For fans of Matthew Reilly, Jeremy Robinson, David Wood, Nick Thacker, Matt James, and Rick Chesler in particular... you're going to find a lot to enjoy here. And if you read this book and find you like its style, you should absolutely go check out all those other authors I just named as well, if you haven't already.

The mysteries and puzzles are clever here - yes, this also can at times feel like a Tomb Raider or Uncharted type adventure - and the action is intense, yet also not full out sprinting throughout the novel. There are breathing periods where both the good guys and the bad guys are trying to figure out what is going on and where they need to go next, but even within these passages the tension never really lets up too much. Even while bullets aren't flying, mysteries are still being uncovered no matter their age, and yes, this tale has some secrets that are not too old at all.

Overall simply a fun and well paced adventure tale that will take you out of the so-called "real" world for several hours - it *does* clock in north of 400 pages - and will have you on the edge of your seat for most of that time.

Very much recommended.

[Jacquelyn Dohoney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely awesome. Only James Rollins could take an idea that would sound ridiculous from anyone else and make into such an incredibly successful novel. The characterization was fantastic. All of these people you wouldn’t think would be a part of the same friend group were, and they worked so well together. And despite being totally different types of people, it didn’t feel like he was just ticking boxes to fill a quota. I felt like I was a part of the group and not just reading it from a distance. Rollins has a knack for that, and I appreciate it because I know how hard that can be to write. I had such a hard time putting it down. It was definitely one of those books I read late into the night knowing I had to be up early the next morning. And 100% worth it.

The only thing that pulled me out of the story a bit was Sharyn’s use of the word “must”. We must do this, we must do that. It sounded forced. Not only that, she’s an American in England. American women just don’t talk that way, not even when they’re highly educated like Sharyn, and certainly not at her age.

Aside from that one thing, I loved the story. If you’ve never read anything from Rollins, I highly recommend his books!

Huge thanks to William Morrow and NetGalley for sending me this ARC for review! All of my reviews are given honestly!

[Stacey Robinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Actually 4.5 stars

It’s been ages since I’ve read James Rollins, and “Trust No One” reminded me exactly why I used to love his books. This stand-alone thriller grabs you from the start and doesn’t let go. A group of university students find themselves entangled in a web of secrets that span the occult, history, and modern-day mystery. What follows is a fast-paced chase across Europe—one mystery after another, packed with edge-of-your-seat twists and revelations.

Rollins layers the story beautifully, giving depth to both plot and character. The combination of action, historical intrigue, and the supernatural works seamlessly here. The characters are strong, believable, and easy to root for. Overall, a gripping, multilayered read that kept me guessing to the very end—and I’m so glad I requested it.

Thank you NetGalley and the Publisher for this eARC in exchange for an honest review. I appreciate the opportunity. All opinions are my own.

[Mike · Rating 5 out of 5]

First, I’d like to thank NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for the advanced edition of this book that allows me to provide an honest review.

*Trust No One* is a masterfully crafted thriller that blends historical intrigue, cryptic puzzles, and relentless action. James Rollins weaves a gripping tale involving a mysterious murder, a centuries-old diary, and a secret that could alter the course of humanity. As Sharyn Karr and Duncan Maxwell race across Europe to unlock the diary’s secrets, they face deadly enemies and shocking revelations. The mix of occult mystery, academic suspense, and high-stakes adventure is perfectly paced and deeply engaging. With sharp writing, clever twists, and immersive detail, this book is a must-read for fans of smart, fast-moving historical thrillers. Rollins delivers again.

Would definitely recommend.

[Cynde · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sharyn Carr, a post -grad student at University of Exeter , is helping her professor unpack rare books in the University Libraries special collections when the professor receives a frantic phone call. He thrust a wrapped book into Sharyn's hands and tells her to take it out of the library and hide it and tell no-one she has it. He says he will come for it but if something happens to him to call the number he gives her for instructions. This begins a death defying chase to keep the book safe and to solve the clues to the treasure. Two secret societies are vying for the book and the treasure it supposedly leads to. At anytime Sharyn and her friends are in danger and have no Idea who they can trust.
The author blends historical facts and fiction to create a thrilling read. Reader's who enjoy Dan Brown, Matthew Reilly and Steve Berry will enjoy this quest. I enjoyed the book.

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Trust No One is a fast paced, highly enjoyable mystery/thriller by James Rollins. I loved it. We follow a group of University of Exeter students in a search for clues to solve the mystery of an ages old book left behind by the mysterious and seemingly immortal Comte de Saint Germaine. There is danger, intrigue, and surprises at every turn. I liked the mixture of historical facts, action, and a bit of romance peppered throughout. I also appreciate that Rollins separates fact from fiction at the end of the book and encourages further exploration of the topics covered in his novel. Anyone who loves a good adventure story should give this a try! Thanks to NetGalley, the author, and publisher for the opportunity to read and review this free ARC. My honest opinions are voluntary included in my review.

[Stephanie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Trust No One 🗝️

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫
Genre: Thriller, Adventure
Pub Date: February 24, 2026

Sharyn finds herself in a precarious situation when her professor hands her an old and mysterious locked book and tells her to run, protect it, and to trust no one. With the help of her friends, they find themselves on the run from a dangerous and mysterious group would kill for it. As they make their way all over Europe, they start to learn some of the secrets hidden away in this long lost journal.

This story gave me major Dan Brown/DaVinci Code vibes and I was here for it. I loved these little mysterious and historical bits that have characters on a treasure hunt, especially with danger at their heels. The book started off with a bang and really never let up on the tension.

I thought the premise of a real person, Count Of St. Germain being the center point of the story. He was a scientific driven man who had great connections all over and was viewed as having mysterious abilities and suspected of being immortal. It was a fun element to add in and gave the author plenty of liberty to play with. I had so much fun watching them decode the journal and sneak all over Europe trying to discover his hidden treasures.

At times it seemed like it was a little too perfect with his cast of characters. They all seemed to have just the right hidden talent or skill to get them out of every seemingly impossible situation. Besides that small detail, it was really fun to read and went by so quickly for me. If you love a Dan Brown adventure, you’ll have a fun time with this as well!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher William Morrow for the advanced copy. All opinion are my own.

[Brian · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my first James Rollins book and I am VERY glad I read this. The story was captivating from the start and action packed the entire time. It was hard to come to a stopping point every time I needed to go to sleep or move on to something other than reading - that's when I know I'm reading a good book! There were a number of twists I didn't see coming. I also liked how the author included a bit at the end about what was fact vs what was fiction - was very helpful since this particular area of history isn't my strong suit.

I would've given 4.5 stars if I could've and will definitely read more of Rollins' work after reading this one.

Thanks to William Morrow and Net Galley for this ARC! #TrustNoOne #NetGalley

[Stacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book starts off with a murder and just goes barreling along at a break neck speed until the exciting conclusion.. Sharyn, a post graduate student at the University of Exeter who is studying witchcraft, folklore, and spiritualism is given a book to protect by her professor and told to “trust no one”. And then when the professor is killed and Sharyn and one of her fellow students, Duncan, are suspected in the murder they flee. They are chased by bad guys and the police and their only way to survive is to figure out the mystery of the book they are protecting. This was a good book that I really enjoyed. It kept me glued to it until the bitter end. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own.

[Sharon Jones · Rating 4 out of 5]

I want to thank Netgalley and William Morrow for this ARC copy in exchange for my review. This is an excellent thriller packed with action from beginning to end. We have our main character entrusted with a very important historical book. With the help of her four college friends, the adventure to keep this book out of the hands of a nefarious organization that will evidentally take them through Europe begins. I would have liked to have had a bit more character development, but the incredible action and writing that only James Rollins is capable of creating makes up for it. Stand-alone book definitely worth reading.

[Mike Stafford · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you get Trust No One and expect it to be as good as a Sigma Force adventure, you'll be disappointed. That's only because Rollins has set the bar so dang high with his Sigma Force series. If you read Trust No One as a standalone (which it is), you'll find it's a lot of fun. I think it will really appeal to fans of the Cotton Malone stories by Steve Berry. I mean that as high praise. Trust No One certainly has no shortage of thrills as the action is fast and furious. It's the sort of adventure I daresay none of us had in college. Rollins certainly picked the perfect title for this story because each chapter reminds you to trust no one.

[Casey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is not one of the author’s Sigma Force novels. It is a stand alone novel that could possible develop into a series. The book opens making it appear that it will be about witchcraft, but there is very little of that in the book. It involves a group of students of whom one is given something by a professor who appears to be murdered and then is accused of the murder. After a slow start the book picks up its pace and sprints to the end.

I received a free Kindle copy of this book courtesy of publisher with the understanding that I would post a review on Goodreads, Net Galley, Amazon, and my fiction book review blog.

[Brittany Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

★★★★★ "A Non-Stop, High-Stakes Chase Across Europe!"
"From the very first chapter, this book slams the pedal down and doesn't let up. A thrilling blend of occult history, cryptic puzzles, and explosive international pursuit. Sharyn and Duncan's contentious partnership is the perfect engine for this story you'll be desperately turning pages as they leap from the Tower of London to remote Italian fortresses. If you love a conspiracy thriller with a mystical edge, clear your schedule. This one is pure, addictive magic.

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Trust No One by James Rollins

I am a HUGE fan of Rollins' books. Not only does he provide a fast paced, high action thriller, but he exposes me to so many REAL mysteries and new technologies and overall fun facts. This book meets all criteria for a fabulous Rollins novel. It is stand alone too, so it's a great option for people new to his books.
This particular book skirts the occult, witches, and WWII treasure stealing.

Fantastic read. Five stars.

#bookreview #2025 #thriller #occult #stgermaine #WWII #treasure #netgalley

[Katrina · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new James Rollins is always an occasion. Rollins is one of my all-time favorite authors (Sigma Force is one of my all-time favorite series). His new stand-alone thriller, Trust No One, is a whirlwind thriller full of history, intrigue, mystery, and murder. Falsely accused of murder, Rollins' characters race across Europe, dodging the authorities (and more sinister forces) while trying to crack the secrets of a cryptic book that may change their lives, and the world, forever.

Thank you to William Morrow and NetGalley for the advance reader's digital copy. #TrustNoOne #NetGalley

[Dan Mckeithan · Rating 5 out of 5]

James Rollins continues to amaze! In this standalone novel, we see a British professor murdered on Halloween. All evidence points to his post grad students. Sharyn, a student that was gifted an artifact and cryptically told to trust no one, is the prime suspect. She teams up with Duncan and three others to figure out the secrets before they are killed or framed. James mixes the history with the adventure like no one else. The characters are spot on, and the plot keeps you invested the whole way. Can't wait for his next one.

[Val · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this thriller. The action never stopped in this historically based novel. The author is at the top of his game as he introduces the reader to a young Oklahoma woman studying in England. The action begins in the library where old treasures\d artifacts are kept. The director of the library gives the girl a book that she must protect with her life. Soon, she and her friends are running for their lives. The action spans countries and leaves the reader wanting to keep turning the pages. Thanks to NetGalley for the arc.