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The Dark Horizon Trilogy
Secrets from the Dark Horizon - A Reader's Companion
The Dark Horizon Trilogy is a mystery-thriller series packed full of action, cryptic clues, history, religion and intrigue. The adventures of Vincent Blake, London’s leading stolen-art investigator, have entertained and intrigued thousands of readers around the globe. Although the Dark Horizon Trilogy is a work of fiction, it is rooted in a world of historical facts.
Designed as a pocket reference book, Secrets from the Dark Horizon brings alive the legends, locations, facts, and background material to the series. Jam-packed with fascinating research and chock full of informational tidbits, the guide opens a window on 3,000 years of history. With this guide in hand, you will follow Vincent Blake in his breath-taking race through London and its dark historical secrets.
Designed as a pocket reference book, Secrets from the Dark Horizon brings alive the legends, locations, facts, and background material to the series. Jam-packed with fascinating research and chock full of informational tidbits, the guide opens a window on 3,000 years of history. With this guide in hand, you will follow Vincent Blake in his breath-taking race through London and its dark historical secrets.
136 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 8, 2016
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About the author
Duncan Simpson
5 books120 followersThriller writer, Duncan Simpson spent his childhood in Cornwall, England. As a teenager he gained experience in a variety of jobs: from working in a mine, to doing shifts as a security guard in an American airport. After graduating from the University of Leeds with a physics degree, he spent a year backpacking around the world. On returning to the UK, he embarked on a successful career in business. Along the way, he became the finance director for a technology company and a partner in a leading management consultancy firm.
His debut novel, The History of Things to Come was born out of his lifelong fascination with the relationship between science and religion. A keen student of the history of London, he loves exploring the ancient stories and myths surrounding the city. When he's not writing or consulting, you'll find him: playing guitar in a rock band, running by the Thames, or drinking tea with his wife and three children in their home in Berkshire, England.
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His debut novel, The History of Things to Come was born out of his lifelong fascination with the relationship between science and religion. A keen student of the history of London, he loves exploring the ancient stories and myths surrounding the city. When he's not writing or consulting, you'll find him: playing guitar in a rock band, running by the Thames, or drinking tea with his wife and three children in their home in Berkshire, England.
Find out more by visiting:
Website & Blog: http://www.duncansimpsonauthor.com
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/dsimpsonauthor
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/duncansimpson...
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August 9, 2017
The good/bad history of Jolly Old London, England.
I had no idea it had been around that long.
Thank you for the free Author; White Fort Publishing; Amazon Digital Services LLC; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
I had no idea it had been around that long.
Thank you for the free Author; White Fort Publishing; Amazon Digital Services LLC; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
October 4, 2018
The History of Things to Come #1 - This is my first read by this author and I enjoyed the story immensely. The ultimate battle between Good and Evil, and the coming of the Tribulation. Mr. Simpson wrote a book worth reading, with his well thought out story lines; his well defined characters; and a large blend of history with fiction. The story is fast paced with plenty of suspense; some predictable episodes, but an entertaining, substantial book.
Unfortunately, he didn't edit with a fine tooth comb, making mistakes that are noticeable but doesn't stop the flow of the story. 4*
The Devil's Architect #2 - Having read the first book, I was happy to find Devil's was even better. Extremely intriguing, full of London's history, ranging from the Druids to the Romans to the present, blended with stories from the Bible give the reader a substantial read that difficult to put down. Well written and thought out, the story lines are suspense filled with various events through time brought into play keeping the reader immersed in the pages. The characters are developed enough, and the main characters keep growing, to keep the reader's interest; some are fascinating.
With owning the first book of the series, I contacted the author to review this book since the third book was available for review. He kindly shared this book with me and I was well entertained. Needs minor editing. Included are various bits of information used in the story; some repeated verbatim from the story, some additional; and all were interesting. 5*
The Logos Code #3 - A fabulous ending to an intriguing, mesmerizing trilogy. Well written and well thought with a wonderful blend of history, religion, science, fact and fiction. The story is difficult to put down and I relish having all three books to chain read. This is a substantial, interesting read and the research and preparation that the author did makes this series of books a must read.
The characters add to the adhesion of the elements composing the trilogy. The main set of characters have developed incrementally, while the supporting characters add depth and meaning along the story lines. The locations and artifacts are important characters, too, and the blending in of several religions add reinforcement to the story lines. The author's vivid descriptions, along with the fast paced, action packed plot, and understandable, relaxed writing style reinforce the must read element. I received this after contacting the author to review his trilogy. 5*
Secrets from the Dark Horizon - Earlier, I forgot to write a review for this book, but it's worth reading for the researched details. While most is in the three books above, it's still an interesting bit after the trilogy is read. 5*
Unfortunately, he didn't edit with a fine tooth comb, making mistakes that are noticeable but doesn't stop the flow of the story. 4*
The Devil's Architect #2 - Having read the first book, I was happy to find Devil's was even better. Extremely intriguing, full of London's history, ranging from the Druids to the Romans to the present, blended with stories from the Bible give the reader a substantial read that difficult to put down. Well written and thought out, the story lines are suspense filled with various events through time brought into play keeping the reader immersed in the pages. The characters are developed enough, and the main characters keep growing, to keep the reader's interest; some are fascinating.
With owning the first book of the series, I contacted the author to review this book since the third book was available for review. He kindly shared this book with me and I was well entertained. Needs minor editing. Included are various bits of information used in the story; some repeated verbatim from the story, some additional; and all were interesting. 5*
The Logos Code #3 - A fabulous ending to an intriguing, mesmerizing trilogy. Well written and well thought with a wonderful blend of history, religion, science, fact and fiction. The story is difficult to put down and I relish having all three books to chain read. This is a substantial, interesting read and the research and preparation that the author did makes this series of books a must read.
The characters add to the adhesion of the elements composing the trilogy. The main set of characters have developed incrementally, while the supporting characters add depth and meaning along the story lines. The locations and artifacts are important characters, too, and the blending in of several religions add reinforcement to the story lines. The author's vivid descriptions, along with the fast paced, action packed plot, and understandable, relaxed writing style reinforce the must read element. I received this after contacting the author to review his trilogy. 5*
Secrets from the Dark Horizon - Earlier, I forgot to write a review for this book, but it's worth reading for the researched details. While most is in the three books above, it's still an interesting bit after the trilogy is read. 5*
April 29, 2018
WOW! I picked up this book off the author's website, knowing that I was headed into some deep waters with the book, "The History of Things to Come". I wasn't sure I wanted to read the fiction book, but after reading this guide, I can't wait to get started.
I learned so much from this companion guide. I'd not heard the whole story about Constantine or why the Knights Templar were disbanded. I knew they had been and that there were some weird things going on, but I didn't know the exact story. I learned more about the Freemasons and Issac Newton. I was introduced to Christopher Wren and other people I'd never heard of but should have.
This book is packed with information that was so interesting, I whizzed right through it. Mr. Simpson definitely did his homework and laid out the facts in such a way that even a peasant like me could understand it and appreciate it.
I learned so much from this companion guide. I'd not heard the whole story about Constantine or why the Knights Templar were disbanded. I knew they had been and that there were some weird things going on, but I didn't know the exact story. I learned more about the Freemasons and Issac Newton. I was introduced to Christopher Wren and other people I'd never heard of but should have.
This book is packed with information that was so interesting, I whizzed right through it. Mr. Simpson definitely did his homework and laid out the facts in such a way that even a peasant like me could understand it and appreciate it.
May 6, 2017
I was hoping this book would not reveal anything from the trilogy (as I have not had the chance to read any yet), and there were no spoilers. As a history-nerd, I was pleasantly surprised by information that I did not know about key sites around London. This book makes me excited to start the first novel in the series.
January 4, 2018
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This is basically a companion book to go along with the Dark HorizonTrilogy. This book doesn't give away any secrets, but it does give historical perspectives of the places mentioned in the stories. A very interesting companion and almost makes one want to take a trip to London.
This is basically a companion book to go along with the Dark HorizonTrilogy. This book doesn't give away any secrets, but it does give historical perspectives of the places mentioned in the stories. A very interesting companion and almost makes one want to take a trip to London.
May 12, 2019
I enjoyed reading this little companion to The Dark Horizon trilogy. It gives pertinent information regarding the truth or fiction of details in the three books. I was amazed at the many truths included that I had believed to be the fiction of the story! I highly recommend it and the trilogy.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this ebook from the author and this is my honest and freely given opinion.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this ebook from the author and this is my honest and freely given opinion.
June 17, 2019
This companion book to the Dark Horizon trilogy takes the reader on a tour of the various and well known places that are featured in the novels. With detailed backgrounds, maps and secret facts, the author gives richly built world that adventure is set against that you want to know more about.
August 17, 2023
I read this after reading The History of Things to Come. It filled in a lot of the gaps in my background knowledge of London and its history. It was absolutely fascinating. And I definitely want more.
May 9, 2017
great reference book, helped me prepare for book 2 and I an sure I will review again before book 3.
July 3, 2017
Nice little accompaniment piece to get to the nuts and bolts of the Dark Horizons trilogy. If you like history, mystery and geeky stuff, this author is worth checking out.
March 21, 2021
I put this title because I am reading the Dark Trilogy no 2 and I couldn't find the book. It started off a bit jumpy, too many characters sketchily introduced. If you haven't read the first book it was a bit difficult to follow. But I soon became drawn into this excellent thriller/mystery.
This time I really read 'Secrets' I quite enjoyed it.
This time I really read 'Secrets' I quite enjoyed it.
October 3, 2016
A nice little accompaniment to The History Of Things To Come, and some interesting 'secret facts'.
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