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Delphi Group #3
The Hades Conspiracy
The Amazon #1 bestselling Delphi Group series is back in a shocking third installment!
American archaeologist Dr. Richard Pauling disappears in Venice and is presumed dead. The United States government, anxious to learn who killed him and why, calls on the Delphi Group to investigate. Senior operative Zane Watson leads a team to Italy, where they make a startling discovery: Pauling had recently acquired a mysterious map of unknown origin and purpose.
To the south, the underground vault of the Vatican Secret Archives is breached by a covert figure seeking an ancient relic shrouded in mystery. The Delphi team believes the map and the relic are somehow related, and they soon learn an ancient order is behind the intrigue. But where does the map lead? And why does the order want to get there so badly?
As they follow the trail of clues, Zane and the others find themselves moving toward a dark and sinister destination. It’s a place of legend, and for some, a place of unspeakable horror.
Soon, only one question remains: will they make it out alive?
American archaeologist Dr. Richard Pauling disappears in Venice and is presumed dead. The United States government, anxious to learn who killed him and why, calls on the Delphi Group to investigate. Senior operative Zane Watson leads a team to Italy, where they make a startling discovery: Pauling had recently acquired a mysterious map of unknown origin and purpose.
To the south, the underground vault of the Vatican Secret Archives is breached by a covert figure seeking an ancient relic shrouded in mystery. The Delphi team believes the map and the relic are somehow related, and they soon learn an ancient order is behind the intrigue. But where does the map lead? And why does the order want to get there so badly?
As they follow the trail of clues, Zane and the others find themselves moving toward a dark and sinister destination. It’s a place of legend, and for some, a place of unspeakable horror.
Soon, only one question remains: will they make it out alive?
- GenresThriller
368 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2016
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June 5, 2020
No spoilers. But this review encompasses the first 3 novels of the Delphi Group.
Book #1 was poorly edited, but in this book #2 the writing is much more refined and everything is just that much crisper and cleaner....Now, by book #3 Sneeden has truly refined his style, prose, and the editing is as good as the book #2.
They are a nice mix of techno thriller, reality based sci-fi, and a detective story although it is a special operations man/team investigating. Sneeden has done very well to build a world in which the impossible just comes to life and it appears totally acceptable as possible. Solid science mixed with some pure fiction and you have a great thriller.
I read these a while ago, but still the story is fresh in my mind, which shows how much I enjoyed these Delphi Group novels (read the first 3 so far). Book #1 It was obviously a first entry for the author and deserves better editing (might have just been the Kindle version wasn't edited properly). The plot moves along nicely. Characters are deeply described and developed. The world building and scene construction is top notch...I can picture most of the scenes described with very little effort, which is a sign a gifted writer.
The tie-in with Bible verses and history is a nice touch, for those who aren't easily offended by a writer assuming the Word of God is 100% truthful and accurate...yet he never makes any of those claims, he simply uses the Bible as another source for his characters to delve deeper into the mystery that has beset them. Sneeden ties-in everything with science that is rooted in real practical applications and studies going on currently all across the world, so they have a sort of mix between Phillip K. Dick, Michael Crichton, and Clive Cussler - yes, an odd mixture that Sneeden pulls off oh so well.
Book #1 was poorly edited, but in this book #2 the writing is much more refined and everything is just that much crisper and cleaner....Now, by book #3 Sneeden has truly refined his style, prose, and the editing is as good as the book #2.
They are a nice mix of techno thriller, reality based sci-fi, and a detective story although it is a special operations man/team investigating. Sneeden has done very well to build a world in which the impossible just comes to life and it appears totally acceptable as possible. Solid science mixed with some pure fiction and you have a great thriller.
I read these a while ago, but still the story is fresh in my mind, which shows how much I enjoyed these Delphi Group novels (read the first 3 so far). Book #1 It was obviously a first entry for the author and deserves better editing (might have just been the Kindle version wasn't edited properly). The plot moves along nicely. Characters are deeply described and developed. The world building and scene construction is top notch...I can picture most of the scenes described with very little effort, which is a sign a gifted writer.
The tie-in with Bible verses and history is a nice touch, for those who aren't easily offended by a writer assuming the Word of God is 100% truthful and accurate...yet he never makes any of those claims, he simply uses the Bible as another source for his characters to delve deeper into the mystery that has beset them. Sneeden ties-in everything with science that is rooted in real practical applications and studies going on currently all across the world, so they have a sort of mix between Phillip K. Dick, Michael Crichton, and Clive Cussler - yes, an odd mixture that Sneeden pulls off oh so well.
November 18, 2016
John Sneeden delivers again!
Part Spy thriller, part Adventure novel. This story zooms along with lightning speed. Incorporating exciting action set pieces with character development, Hades Conspiracy delivers on all it's premises.
Again, this story fits into something bigger. I can't wait for the other entries in this thrilling series to see where Author Sneeden brings us next.
Part Spy thriller, part Adventure novel. This story zooms along with lightning speed. Incorporating exciting action set pieces with character development, Hades Conspiracy delivers on all it's premises.
Again, this story fits into something bigger. I can't wait for the other entries in this thrilling series to see where Author Sneeden brings us next.
June 8, 2017
A view of the past
Storyline moves quickly and engages you. The Nephilim have shown up in other stories and makes one wonder if the Bible might not be a better history book than it is given credit for. The characters in the story continue to build and grow from the previous books. Very enjoyable.
Storyline moves quickly and engages you. The Nephilim have shown up in other stories and makes one wonder if the Bible might not be a better history book than it is given credit for. The characters in the story continue to build and grow from the previous books. Very enjoyable.
October 11, 2017
Amazing!!!!
I've read all 3 books in this series and loved all 3. The way Mr Sneeden brings in parts of the bible surprised me but I liked that. His writing style, he describe s things to the point that you feel like your there, I've never read a book so descriptive. Great read, hard to put down!!!
I've read all 3 books in this series and loved all 3. The way Mr Sneeden brings in parts of the bible surprised me but I liked that. His writing style, he describe s things to the point that you feel like your there, I've never read a book so descriptive. Great read, hard to put down!!!
January 13, 2018
The second book is by far the best, the plot ran super thin in this one and this was shorter than the other books or certainly felt so. Also very abrupt and also very easy- the adventure wasn't exactly as high as the second book. Can ignore this book to be honest, and it wouldn't make a difference.
March 29, 2022
Very Impressive
I enjoyed reading The Hades Conspiracy, it was very interesting how the author used different factors from the Bible to increase the story, once I started reading couldn't put it down very well written, Ready to start the next adventure with Zane and the of the team.
I enjoyed reading The Hades Conspiracy, it was very interesting how the author used different factors from the Bible to increase the story, once I started reading couldn't put it down very well written, Ready to start the next adventure with Zane and the of the team.
August 10, 2022
Interesting Story!
Here is an integrity story set to a biblical perspective! Was there the possibility of an actual underworld/hell as the bible characterized it? Well one would have to read this to at least have an understanding of what the author was laying out! I found it insightful and very entertaining to read. Looking forward to the next book!
Here is an integrity story set to a biblical perspective! Was there the possibility of an actual underworld/hell as the bible characterized it? Well one would have to read this to at least have an understanding of what the author was laying out! I found it insightful and very entertaining to read. Looking forward to the next book!
May 12, 2018
Quite Enjoyable--Very Entertaining!
Sometimes you read for education or stimulation, but I think that most of the time we read for pure entertainment--this was pure entertainment! I will certainly follow this author and the book series. Recommended!!
Sometimes you read for education or stimulation, but I think that most of the time we read for pure entertainment--this was pure entertainment! I will certainly follow this author and the book series. Recommended!!
December 24, 2018
Adventure and mayhem
Loved the characters especially the robot. I almost cried when one of the team doed. I love archeology type books. This one is awesome.
I am looking forward to more adventures
Loved the characters especially the robot. I almost cried when one of the team doed. I love archeology type books. This one is awesome.
I am looking forward to more adventures
January 10, 2018
A page turner
The characters were enjoyable, the action was well written.
I like a book that I can see in my mind's eye.
The characters were enjoyable, the action was well written.
I like a book that I can see in my mind's eye.
January 14, 2018
Awesome Read
Another great story. From the beginning to the end it keeps you on the edge of your seat. You don't want to miss it.
Another great story. From the beginning to the end it keeps you on the edge of your seat. You don't want to miss it.
March 6, 2018
Couldn't put it down.
Once again, John Sneeden write a great thriller. Please hurry with book four in the Delphi Series. I can't wait!
Once again, John Sneeden write a great thriller. Please hurry with book four in the Delphi Series. I can't wait!
April 29, 2018
Keeps you glued
Interesting story! Keeps you turning the pages. Biblical references keep the story grounded. Well worth the read! Keep them coming.
Interesting story! Keeps you turning the pages. Biblical references keep the story grounded. Well worth the read! Keep them coming.
May 13, 2018
Good, but I need a connection
While a good book, I was really looking forward to a continuation of book 2 and the alien connection. Hopefully book 4 will tie everything together.
While a good book, I was really looking forward to a continuation of book 2 and the alien connection. Hopefully book 4 will tie everything together.
June 6, 2018
Good reading
The pace of the book is good. The connection with the Bible makes for an interesting twist in the narrative.
The pace of the book is good. The connection with the Bible makes for an interesting twist in the narrative.
July 16, 2018
The Hades Conspiracy
Wow, this was an exciting book. I could hardly put it down. I can't wait to read more in this series.!
Wow, this was an exciting book. I could hardly put it down. I can't wait to read more in this series.!
September 17, 2019
Zane and the team at it again yet this time it felt a little like a fill-the-gap story. Not quite as big as the earlier stories but better then most.
January 16, 2022
good book
June 16, 2023
Awesome reading!
I have now read several of Hohn’s books and each is unique and wonderful to read and experience! Highly recommend all of his books!
I have now read several of Hohn’s books and each is unique and wonderful to read and experience! Highly recommend all of his books!
December 28, 2016
Well done John Sneeden!
Fast paced and believable plot, enjoyable characters, and good wins! Thank you John Sneeden for another hit. Keep them coming!
Fast paced and believable plot, enjoyable characters, and good wins! Thank you John Sneeden for another hit. Keep them coming!
February 10, 2017
Great book
Another great book in the Delphi series. Who doesn't love mythology mixed with religion and science fiction. I can't wait for book four.
Another great book in the Delphi series. Who doesn't love mythology mixed with religion and science fiction. I can't wait for book four.
December 11, 2016
Interesting Read.
One of the most important aspects of a story is that no uncouth language is used by the characters in the story. The plot moved along quite nicely. The conclusion was exciting!
One of the most important aspects of a story is that no uncouth language is used by the characters in the story. The plot moved along quite nicely. The conclusion was exciting!
November 29, 2016
Worthy Read
I was blessed by yet another great read. The author has a way of drawing you in as if you were in the story. Thank you.
I was blessed by yet another great read. The author has a way of drawing you in as if you were in the story. Thank you.
January 27, 2017
Great Read
Kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. First of his books I've read but won't be the last.
Kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. First of his books I've read but won't be the last.
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