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Stella Hunter Mystery Series: Peacetaker #3
The Byzantine Connection
As national newspapers report of a Fountain of Youth in Detroit's St. Hedwig's Cathedral, Carter is only too aware that all is not as it seems-despite witnessing the so-called miracles with his own eyes. Forty-eight hours later, as he emerges from life-saving surgery, Carter realizes that this is no miracle, but a deadly force preying on hopes and dreams-with the clock ticking, there's no time to lose.
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Published February 2, 2016
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March 12, 2016
I had to think a bit on how to word my review on the Byzantine Connection. I recommend you read the first two books: Ribbons of Death and The Harmony Scroll. The twists, turns, mythology and legends will make a lot more sense if you start from the beginning.
Dr Stella Hunter is a respected scholar, professor and writer in the field of Egyptian history focusing on mythology and legends. Stella and her partner, Tim Carter, are once again on the hunt for the bad guys who are attempting to bring the ancient legends to life, hoping to grab power and wealth for themselves.
A large, crudely carved stone was delivered to St Hedwigs Church in Detroit. Father Malvan had no idea why it appeared after the church was closed. It was a surprise to find it inside the church. It was more of a surprise to Father Malwan when it appeared to be bleeding like a stigmata. He called his friend Stella for help but in the morning the stone appeared normal. While Stella and Father Malvan looked over some old manuscripts he had brought back from Peru, Carter settled down to wait on a church pew. He watched an elderly Asian couple hold each other up as they shuffled to the front of the church to pray. When they got up and walked down the aisle the couple looked younger, a lot younger. Carter thought maybe the lighting or his eyes were playing tricks on him. He could think of no other explanation. And so the adventure begins.
I am impressed with the amount of knowledge Ms Petrick not only has but is able to reveal in such an interesting way. The plot takes off and never slows down. I like the progression of Stella and Carter's relationship. I think the Stella Hunter Mysteries would make terrific movies.
Dr Stella Hunter is a respected scholar, professor and writer in the field of Egyptian history focusing on mythology and legends. Stella and her partner, Tim Carter, are once again on the hunt for the bad guys who are attempting to bring the ancient legends to life, hoping to grab power and wealth for themselves.
A large, crudely carved stone was delivered to St Hedwigs Church in Detroit. Father Malvan had no idea why it appeared after the church was closed. It was a surprise to find it inside the church. It was more of a surprise to Father Malwan when it appeared to be bleeding like a stigmata. He called his friend Stella for help but in the morning the stone appeared normal. While Stella and Father Malvan looked over some old manuscripts he had brought back from Peru, Carter settled down to wait on a church pew. He watched an elderly Asian couple hold each other up as they shuffled to the front of the church to pray. When they got up and walked down the aisle the couple looked younger, a lot younger. Carter thought maybe the lighting or his eyes were playing tricks on him. He could think of no other explanation. And so the adventure begins.
I am impressed with the amount of knowledge Ms Petrick not only has but is able to reveal in such an interesting way. The plot takes off and never slows down. I like the progression of Stella and Carter's relationship. I think the Stella Hunter Mysteries would make terrific movies.
January 1, 2019
This covers the first adventure of Dr Stella Hunter, a medieval history professor and expert, now disgraced and forced from the job she loves. Also along for the ride is Carter – not his real name, but one of many he has used over the years in his specialised working life. He survives the first known incidence of the Peacetaker being activated, whilst in Cairo and searches out Stella, to find out what has actually happened and who is behind it. Is it the suspected terrorist link he has been hunting down the past couple of years, or is it something new?
This offering, at such a good offer price at the moment, covers the first three books in the series, Ribbons of Death; The Harmony Scroll; and The Byzantine Connection; which are all involved in the tracking of the Peacetaker of the title of the series. The book mixes loads of ancient history, legends and very modern day worries of terrorist attacks and intelligence agencies. It takes a long time to wade through some of this and each book in itself is a long read, but keep with it and you will become entranced by the main characters and the story being told!!!
Most of the books in the series are on offer just now and I for one, have gone and bought every book in the series, as well as the initial trilogy. It is something I will certainly love to go back and read again. The book needs to go through an English native for editing, as there are bits that show the author is not a native speaker. Not too off-putting and certainly didn’t detract from the story itself. It didn’t put me off paying for books I had received for free nor from buying the rest of the series and some more of the author’s offerings.
I received an ARC copy of this boxset from Hidden Gems and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
This offering, at such a good offer price at the moment, covers the first three books in the series, Ribbons of Death; The Harmony Scroll; and The Byzantine Connection; which are all involved in the tracking of the Peacetaker of the title of the series. The book mixes loads of ancient history, legends and very modern day worries of terrorist attacks and intelligence agencies. It takes a long time to wade through some of this and each book in itself is a long read, but keep with it and you will become entranced by the main characters and the story being told!!!
Most of the books in the series are on offer just now and I for one, have gone and bought every book in the series, as well as the initial trilogy. It is something I will certainly love to go back and read again. The book needs to go through an English native for editing, as there are bits that show the author is not a native speaker. Not too off-putting and certainly didn’t detract from the story itself. It didn’t put me off paying for books I had received for free nor from buying the rest of the series and some more of the author’s offerings.
I received an ARC copy of this boxset from Hidden Gems and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
June 1, 2017
Book Review: The Byzantium Connection by Edita Patrick
Review by Dawn Thomas
328 Pages
Publisher; Amazon Digital Services
Mystery, Thriller, Suspense, Women Sleuths, Fantasy, Mythology, Egyptian
In the first two books, we followed Carter and Dr. Stella Hunter as they found and tried to neutralize the curse of the Peacetaker. The story begins with Cater waiting in a church while Stella is doing research. Also in the church is an older couple. As they walk towards to Carter, they are growing younger with each step. He thinks he is just seeing things and does not say anything to Stella.
Set’s emissary has been released. Carter and Stella need to find the nine judges before the emissary activates them. If not, it will begin a chain of events that cannot be stopped. Tanis, a woman we met in earlier books, kidnaps Carter and Stella. She is determined to create more chaos and bring an end of the world, as we know it. There are elaborate plots and strange disappearances that cannot easily be explained to the public.
This is the third book in the Stella Hunter mystery series. Like the previous books, it is written in third person and in the present tense. Several of the characters appeared in the previous books and we learn a little bit more of them in this book. They are well developed and the story is fast paced. When I finished the book, I could not wait to start the next one.
Review by Dawn Thomas
328 Pages
Publisher; Amazon Digital Services
Mystery, Thriller, Suspense, Women Sleuths, Fantasy, Mythology, Egyptian
In the first two books, we followed Carter and Dr. Stella Hunter as they found and tried to neutralize the curse of the Peacetaker. The story begins with Cater waiting in a church while Stella is doing research. Also in the church is an older couple. As they walk towards to Carter, they are growing younger with each step. He thinks he is just seeing things and does not say anything to Stella.
Set’s emissary has been released. Carter and Stella need to find the nine judges before the emissary activates them. If not, it will begin a chain of events that cannot be stopped. Tanis, a woman we met in earlier books, kidnaps Carter and Stella. She is determined to create more chaos and bring an end of the world, as we know it. There are elaborate plots and strange disappearances that cannot easily be explained to the public.
This is the third book in the Stella Hunter mystery series. Like the previous books, it is written in third person and in the present tense. Several of the characters appeared in the previous books and we learn a little bit more of them in this book. They are well developed and the story is fast paced. When I finished the book, I could not wait to start the next one.
June 9, 2017
The Ribbons of Death, the first book of the Peacetaker series, introduces the world of Egyptian gods and presents the frightening Peacetaker, a victim of a curse that kills people simply passing by.
The Second Book, The Harmony Scroll offers him the freedom from the curse.
Now, the Byzantine Connection gives punishment to the real responsible for thousands of death.
The three books start a story and take it to the closing action.
The Byzantine Connection's plot is easy to follow even if you didn't read the two first books.
Although hard to understand as such, the punishment is very creative. To my eyes, almost everyone affected seems to be undeserving victims.
The books remind me Indiana Jones-without the whip and with much more juice in the story.
Carter, the mercenary and Stella, the scholar, make a winning pair, and it's their connection that makes the Byzantine Connection a hard book to let go before The End.
The Second Book, The Harmony Scroll offers him the freedom from the curse.
Now, the Byzantine Connection gives punishment to the real responsible for thousands of death.
The three books start a story and take it to the closing action.
The Byzantine Connection's plot is easy to follow even if you didn't read the two first books.
Although hard to understand as such, the punishment is very creative. To my eyes, almost everyone affected seems to be undeserving victims.
The books remind me Indiana Jones-without the whip and with much more juice in the story.
Carter, the mercenary and Stella, the scholar, make a winning pair, and it's their connection that makes the Byzantine Connection a hard book to let go before The End.
October 12, 2017
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is the first book I’ve read by Edita A. Petrick, and although it is the third book in the Stella Hunter Mystery series it stands up very well on its own. A fast-paced jaunt around the world in a style reminiscent of Dan Brown's Robert Langdon with a large twist of George Lucas’ Indiana Jones. The mystery evolves throughout the story heading towards its terrifying conclusion when there is a sudden twist which changes everything, but is the sudden change for the better or is worse to come? You will have to read this exciting book to find out!
This is the first book I’ve read by Edita A. Petrick, and although it is the third book in the Stella Hunter Mystery series it stands up very well on its own. A fast-paced jaunt around the world in a style reminiscent of Dan Brown's Robert Langdon with a large twist of George Lucas’ Indiana Jones. The mystery evolves throughout the story heading towards its terrifying conclusion when there is a sudden twist which changes everything, but is the sudden change for the better or is worse to come? You will have to read this exciting book to find out!
June 7, 2017
Owh
Sorry th is book was not for me struggling all the way throughout the book perhaps I should have read book one
Sorry th is book was not for me struggling all the way throughout the book perhaps I should have read book one
February 17, 2023
I thought that this was an okay read. You should consider reading the first two books in the series before reading this one. I thought this was the weakest of the three books with a thinner story.
May 3, 2016
The Byzantine Connection by Edita A. Petrick is a different story than what many are used to. Stella Hunter is a mythology academic PHd and obsessive reader of all myths and legends. She and her longtime boyfriend, Carter, go to visit their old friend and priest at his church. There the journey begins when Carter sees an old Oriental couple pray, then leave the worship decades younger than when they walked in minutes before. Their story surrounds a bizarre and poorly chiseled granite statue delivered to the church. But is it just an ugly statue? They all soon discover it is an emissary out of folklore legend, tempting and granting wishes, with an unfortunate trade off for its victims.
The priest decides to ship the statue back to Peru in a village he visited and worked in before, with Stella. When they meet at a shipping yard to package and label the statue, they find an empty crate, and more than they can stomach. They're being followed. According to Stella's extensive studies in mythology, the emissary can take any form, as can its chosen servants, to tempt and lure its victims to join its world as a dark judge in its hierarchy of power, putting humanity a step away from a dusty future and damnation to Hell. Their bizarre journey into ancient myths of Egypt, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond take them also along the East Coast, running for their lives from these unimaginable souls of evil, hiding in plain sight amongst us.
They must destroy the dead, undead...yes, and stop a corporate mogul, a part of this mythology ranking, from taking over the mortal human race and banishing them to a barren desert.
Lovers of folklore, myths, and legends will likely love this unique tale and relate to Stella's academic role and her professor friends who study in Cairo and Africa.
This book is a part of a series and reads better in order, but could be read as a standalone also. This is not a romance or graphic novel so it's appropriate for any age, but easier to understand for those at least in their teens.
The downsides to the story:
On their quest, Carter and Stella rent many cars from airports. The author talks about the cars like they're getting paid to advertise them in the book. They play out like a commercial, down to the specifications and horsepower, which is odd and does not fit in with the book. Stella is a materialistic academic which takes away from her character's essence in some parts and she can drag on stories of mythology in a few chapters that are not at all relevant to this story in other chapters. The mythology stories she rambles about are also hard to follow and long winded for those not versed in ancient myths and legends. The other downside, this book is missing the touch of a professional editor in so many areas. It's still easy to follow, but some sentences had to be reread to make sense with the paragraph.
The story does have some great plot points, unique circumstances to intrigue the reader, and an ongoing plotline to the end for readers to keep anticipating the next discovery of the dark army; who the emissary will tempt next, then turn into sand after they fulfuill their duties or are destroyed by Stella and Carter! Figuring out how this whole mysterious world works and who will join it next is the whole plot of the story and has many interesting facets. Who will the emissary select as its new followers and who will fall victim to his or her's many forms? A little bit of Angels and Demons and National Treasure, and a lot of ancient history and intrigue for readers who love reading stories of the past that collide with modern times; it's also a perfect book for people looking for something completely different. All in all, a good read for many book lovers.
The priest decides to ship the statue back to Peru in a village he visited and worked in before, with Stella. When they meet at a shipping yard to package and label the statue, they find an empty crate, and more than they can stomach. They're being followed. According to Stella's extensive studies in mythology, the emissary can take any form, as can its chosen servants, to tempt and lure its victims to join its world as a dark judge in its hierarchy of power, putting humanity a step away from a dusty future and damnation to Hell. Their bizarre journey into ancient myths of Egypt, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond take them also along the East Coast, running for their lives from these unimaginable souls of evil, hiding in plain sight amongst us.
They must destroy the dead, undead...yes, and stop a corporate mogul, a part of this mythology ranking, from taking over the mortal human race and banishing them to a barren desert.
Lovers of folklore, myths, and legends will likely love this unique tale and relate to Stella's academic role and her professor friends who study in Cairo and Africa.
This book is a part of a series and reads better in order, but could be read as a standalone also. This is not a romance or graphic novel so it's appropriate for any age, but easier to understand for those at least in their teens.
The downsides to the story:
On their quest, Carter and Stella rent many cars from airports. The author talks about the cars like they're getting paid to advertise them in the book. They play out like a commercial, down to the specifications and horsepower, which is odd and does not fit in with the book. Stella is a materialistic academic which takes away from her character's essence in some parts and she can drag on stories of mythology in a few chapters that are not at all relevant to this story in other chapters. The mythology stories she rambles about are also hard to follow and long winded for those not versed in ancient myths and legends. The other downside, this book is missing the touch of a professional editor in so many areas. It's still easy to follow, but some sentences had to be reread to make sense with the paragraph.
The story does have some great plot points, unique circumstances to intrigue the reader, and an ongoing plotline to the end for readers to keep anticipating the next discovery of the dark army; who the emissary will tempt next, then turn into sand after they fulfuill their duties or are destroyed by Stella and Carter! Figuring out how this whole mysterious world works and who will join it next is the whole plot of the story and has many interesting facets. Who will the emissary select as its new followers and who will fall victim to his or her's many forms? A little bit of Angels and Demons and National Treasure, and a lot of ancient history and intrigue for readers who love reading stories of the past that collide with modern times; it's also a perfect book for people looking for something completely different. All in all, a good read for many book lovers.
November 14, 2016
This is a brilliant series that has really captured my attention. It’s definitely a series that you want to start on book 1, so you don’t miss anything of this wonderful plot and great characters. Book 1 is ‘Ribbons of Death’ & book 2 is ‘The Harmony Scroll’, and they are both well worth a read. One of the things that sets this series apart and makes it such an enjoyable read, is that you never really know when the curse of the Peacetaker is going to pop up. I quite enjoy the history, and when the Author takes us back in time. Carter thought he was hallucinating inside the Saint Hedwig’s Church while he was waiting for Stella. Not having anything to do while he waited, he watched an old Asian couple take in turns to kneel while they prayed. His problem began when they walked past him to leave that he saw them as a much younger Asian couple from when they walked in, and he thought his eyes must be playing tricks on him. Later when the Detroit Newspaper reported that there could be a fountain of youth in the church, and they reported on what happened to the same Asian couple, that everything started to take a turn. When Carter and Stella were in the church Father Malvern showed them a statue that had turned up unannounced, and he could have sworn that is bled tears like a stigmata the night before. All Stella wanted to do was see Father Malvan to have a look at some ancient texts he may have brought back from the Sintorini Monastery that he may have in his archives. Stella was writing a new book, and in it she wanted to show what a fraud one of her fellow academics was, with what he was claiming in his book. However Carter and Stella had no idea that this would lead them in another direction. Father Malvern called them from Savannah and asked that they both come down immediately to assist him. He had fled Detroit and sent the statue to Savannah, so it could be sent onto Peru. As that’s where he thought it belonged. Stella and Carter had thought that they had defeated the curse for the Peacetaker, but they didn’t realise that the ‘Set’ could shape change into any form it wanted, and at the moment it was the statue. The scary thing was that it could shape change into a human form. A fabulous book by a talented Author. Do yourself a favour and add these books to your reading list.
August 1, 2016
Before I start my review, I would like to thank Edita A. Petrick for allowing me to review The Byzantine Connection.
**All opinions stated in this review are mine and mine alone. I received The Byzantine Connection from Edita A. Petrick for free for my honest and unbiased review**
Now, onto my review:
This book takes place a year or so after The Harmony Scroll ends. I was delighted to find out that Carter and Stella are officially a couple….something that Stella has trouble coming to terms with during the course of the book. Their interactions during this book cracked me up. Mainly because it reminds me of how BK and myself act….lol.
They are sent on another mystery after Stella’s friend, Father Malvan, contacts them about a mysterious statue that was dropped off at his church. The events afterwards become a race against time to stop a powerful pedophile/lawyer from fulfilling a prophecy.
The action was insane. From Stella and Carter fighting off a boar/lion hybrid to racing around the country to infiltrating Bedlam’s big party that is getting national news, it was heart racing. Throw in the mythological element and it got heart pounding at some points.
The ending was not what I expected and the twist in it totally threw me for a loop. I should have seen it coming, I really should have but didn’t.
How many stars will I give The Byzantine Connection? 4
Why? Loved the book. The action was great and the mystery was out of this world. But Stella not telling Carter everything really started to get on my nerves during this series.
Will I reread? Yes
Will I recommend to family and friends? Yes
Age range? Teen on up
Why? Violence and swearing but no sex.
**All opinions stated in this review are mine and mine alone. I received The Byzantine Connection from Edita A. Petrick for free for my honest and unbiased review**
Now, onto my review:
This book takes place a year or so after The Harmony Scroll ends. I was delighted to find out that Carter and Stella are officially a couple….something that Stella has trouble coming to terms with during the course of the book. Their interactions during this book cracked me up. Mainly because it reminds me of how BK and myself act….lol.
They are sent on another mystery after Stella’s friend, Father Malvan, contacts them about a mysterious statue that was dropped off at his church. The events afterwards become a race against time to stop a powerful pedophile/lawyer from fulfilling a prophecy.
The action was insane. From Stella and Carter fighting off a boar/lion hybrid to racing around the country to infiltrating Bedlam’s big party that is getting national news, it was heart racing. Throw in the mythological element and it got heart pounding at some points.
The ending was not what I expected and the twist in it totally threw me for a loop. I should have seen it coming, I really should have but didn’t.
How many stars will I give The Byzantine Connection? 4
Why? Loved the book. The action was great and the mystery was out of this world. But Stella not telling Carter everything really started to get on my nerves during this series.
Will I reread? Yes
Will I recommend to family and friends? Yes
Age range? Teen on up
Why? Violence and swearing but no sex.
April 7, 2016
The mismatched, quirky pairing of Stella and Carter continues in this third installment of the Stella Hunter Mystery Series, The Byzantine Connection. From Detroit to Savannah and Richmond to the Hamptons, Stella and Carter’s escapades will keep you engaged and turning the pages to see what supernatural, mysterious occurrence will take place next.
Stella and Carter’s relationship has progressed and there is emotional attachment, which I found to be further developed than I would have anticipated. There is also more revealed about Carter’s background and family history, which ultimately plays a significant role in the unfolding of this story. As usual, Ms. Petrick’s imagery, character development, and storytelling are superb, which kept me engaged and invested in the tale. Keeping track of the multitude of characters is, at times, slightly challenging but I tend to prefer a bit more complex read.
The one issue I had is more technical in nature. Unlike the other books, this one could stand another quick edit to clean up some grammatical and syntax issues, which I found to be slightly distracting. Overall, another excellent story from Edita Petrick. The mystery, suspense, suggestions of romance, and snippets of humor combine to create an entertaining read with an unexpected ending. I am looking forward to the next installment in the series, as I cannot imagine where things might go from here.
Stella and Carter’s relationship has progressed and there is emotional attachment, which I found to be further developed than I would have anticipated. There is also more revealed about Carter’s background and family history, which ultimately plays a significant role in the unfolding of this story. As usual, Ms. Petrick’s imagery, character development, and storytelling are superb, which kept me engaged and invested in the tale. Keeping track of the multitude of characters is, at times, slightly challenging but I tend to prefer a bit more complex read.
The one issue I had is more technical in nature. Unlike the other books, this one could stand another quick edit to clean up some grammatical and syntax issues, which I found to be slightly distracting. Overall, another excellent story from Edita Petrick. The mystery, suspense, suggestions of romance, and snippets of humor combine to create an entertaining read with an unexpected ending. I am looking forward to the next installment in the series, as I cannot imagine where things might go from here.
January 31, 2017
I was given this book to review and being that I hadn't read any of the earlier titles to this series, I was, at times, confused by what was going on. Stella and Carter are in Detroit meeting up with Father Malvan at St. Hedwig's Church. While Stella is off talking to the priest, Carter is sitting in the church when he sees an elderly couple enter and walk past him. It's what he sees when they return to leave the church that leaves him wondering if he's lost his mind - for now the elderly couple is young! This starts a chain of tragic events that leave Stella and Carter scrambling to try and stay ahead of the forces of evil that are intent on destroying humanity and bringing Earth closer to Hell.
I had a few gripes with this book, hence the 3 stars. First, there are some mistakes, not a lot, just a few. Second, Stella and Carter can't seem to be honest with each other. If you're intent on building a life together, then stop lying to each other. Third, the mythology gets overwhelming at times and I felt lost, but that may be because this is book 3 and I haven't read 1 or 2. So, for those who want to read this series, start from the beginning.
Otherwise, I did enjoy the book, there's lots of action and suspense. Plus, you get a little history lesson in mythology and I like history.
I had a few gripes with this book, hence the 3 stars. First, there are some mistakes, not a lot, just a few. Second, Stella and Carter can't seem to be honest with each other. If you're intent on building a life together, then stop lying to each other. Third, the mythology gets overwhelming at times and I felt lost, but that may be because this is book 3 and I haven't read 1 or 2. So, for those who want to read this series, start from the beginning.
Otherwise, I did enjoy the book, there's lots of action and suspense. Plus, you get a little history lesson in mythology and I like history.
June 1, 2016
A good read with a rather transparent ending
This third book in the series is well written and continues with the same great character development that you have come to expect.
I must add that I was a bit disappointed that Gabe had no significant presence in this novel. He was missed
Stella and Carter are a great match for each other, but Carter is sometimes stumped about where or what Stella is trying to convey. They have developed a relationship in this book that shows they adapt well to each other.
I recommend the series...they were all good reads
Patricia Trone
This third book in the series is well written and continues with the same great character development that you have come to expect.
I must add that I was a bit disappointed that Gabe had no significant presence in this novel. He was missed
Stella and Carter are a great match for each other, but Carter is sometimes stumped about where or what Stella is trying to convey. They have developed a relationship in this book that shows they adapt well to each other.
I recommend the series...they were all good reads
Patricia Trone
June 7, 2016
Is book started much more smoothly than the last one and reads easier too. Is one finally started to cement the relationship between carter and Stella. I particularly enjoyed carters reactions to things. He felt like a real flesh and blood person trying to grasp the wild things thrown at him. Sadly though there are at least 2 more books in the now series so I feel like the donkey and the carrot. Good read just be prepared for a long ride.
January 9, 2017
I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily reviewed this book. This is my honest review. I loved this book. The characters were awesome and I loved how Edita added mythology to the story. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.
May 3, 2017
My third read from author Edita Petrick in the Stella Hunter series. I'm a character reader, I get into the characters, their story, who/what they are. The author does an amazing job of painting the two primary character quickly & thoroughly. All the significant characters in her writing are developed similarly. This book is in all senses of the word, a thriller and continues the storyline from the first two books. No spoilers from me though I can see more about these characters in the future and look forward to the next book!
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February 9, 2019Former government operative, Carter, indulgently follows his significant other, Dr. Stella Hunter, as she researches myths, theology and ancient artifacts. Just when her recitation of info to Carter begins to get boring, up pops a living manifestation of the myth. In each book of this series, they find themselves fighting unnatural forces, and Carter ‘s special talents from his former job help save the day — even when bullets can’t stop advancing creatures. This book focuses on a mythical creature that appears different to every person who sees it, and it seems to be granting each person’s most fervent wish. The down side is that it turns people into its evil minions ... and if you aren’t useful enough, you just turn into a pile of sand. With all of humanity in danger, and the chance that most of the earth’s population will soon turn the planet into a sandy desert, Carter and Stella race defeat the supernatural evil. Great suspense, great characters, great imagination! This series is addictive.
I received a review copy of this book and am leaving my honest, voluntary review. Great work, Ms. Petrick!
I received a review copy of this book and am leaving my honest, voluntary review. Great work, Ms. Petrick!
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