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Order of Thaddeus #3
Hidden Covenant
FACT : the Ark of the Covenant was a real religious object, a wooden box overlaid with gold and crowned with two golden cherubim. FACT : the Ark served as the central religious artifact of the ancient Israelites for worship and sacrifice. FACT : around 586 BC the Ark vanished from Israel’s temple, never to be seen again. What happened to it and where did it go?
The world is about to find out.
Once again, ex-Army-Ranger-turned professor Silas Grey is drawn back into the fray with an urgent mission from the ancient religious Order of Thaddeus after a former professor makes headlines for unveiling the location of the Lost Ark. But soon it is clear things are not as they seem—and the struggle has never been greater for the Church. For not only is there a startling discovery. Matt Gapinski and a new SEPIO recruit track a high-value operative of the Order’s ancient nemesis that reveals the stakes are even higher for both the ancient Jewish relic and the Christian faith.
In this explosive third adventure in the groundbreaking Order of Thaddeus religious conspiracy thriller series, twists and turns spanning three continents will leave you wondering where the Ark of the Covenant has been hidden for two-and-a-half millennia—and what would happen to the world religious scene if it were found. Will Silas and the SEPIO operatives stop the threat against the Church and the Ark before it’s too late?
Once again emerging author J. A. Bouma combines the familiar elements of Dan Brown’s religious conspiracy with James Rollin’s special-ops suspense, informed by Steve Berry’s historical insights and Joel Rosenberg’s thrilling inspiration—delivering “a passionate historical fiction that draws you into the story from the very beginning.”
Engage this propulsive new archaeological thriller adventure straddling thrill and thought, faith and doubt.
The world is about to find out.
Once again, ex-Army-Ranger-turned professor Silas Grey is drawn back into the fray with an urgent mission from the ancient religious Order of Thaddeus after a former professor makes headlines for unveiling the location of the Lost Ark. But soon it is clear things are not as they seem—and the struggle has never been greater for the Church. For not only is there a startling discovery. Matt Gapinski and a new SEPIO recruit track a high-value operative of the Order’s ancient nemesis that reveals the stakes are even higher for both the ancient Jewish relic and the Christian faith.
In this explosive third adventure in the groundbreaking Order of Thaddeus religious conspiracy thriller series, twists and turns spanning three continents will leave you wondering where the Ark of the Covenant has been hidden for two-and-a-half millennia—and what would happen to the world religious scene if it were found. Will Silas and the SEPIO operatives stop the threat against the Church and the Ark before it’s too late?
Once again emerging author J. A. Bouma combines the familiar elements of Dan Brown’s religious conspiracy with James Rollin’s special-ops suspense, informed by Steve Berry’s historical insights and Joel Rosenberg’s thrilling inspiration—delivering “a passionate historical fiction that draws you into the story from the very beginning.”
Engage this propulsive new archaeological thriller adventure straddling thrill and thought, faith and doubt.
362 pages, Paperback
Published September 9, 2018
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October 29, 2018
WOW!!!!!!
That isn't considered a great title. But this was the best book of all that you've written. I think every person Christian or not should read your books. I am so tired of hearing that there is a Divine entity like Star Wars the Force is with you. It's not it's Jesus Christ and accepting him as your savior John 3:16. This book was so real written, I can't believe all the research that you went into to make it. Please continue to write more I can hardly wait for the new ones coming out in December of 18 and then 19. That there truly is a new covenant between man and God because of Jesus Christ giving his life for atonement of all our sins if we only believe. Please continue to write more books like these. And I will be definitely telling my friends all about you who love to read books especially ones like these again thank you so much.
That isn't considered a great title. But this was the best book of all that you've written. I think every person Christian or not should read your books. I am so tired of hearing that there is a Divine entity like Star Wars the Force is with you. It's not it's Jesus Christ and accepting him as your savior John 3:16. This book was so real written, I can't believe all the research that you went into to make it. Please continue to write more I can hardly wait for the new ones coming out in December of 18 and then 19. That there truly is a new covenant between man and God because of Jesus Christ giving his life for atonement of all our sins if we only believe. Please continue to write more books like these. And I will be definitely telling my friends all about you who love to read books especially ones like these again thank you so much.
August 6, 2025
Enjoyable read, except for the profanity
The overall storyline is good, as long as it is understood that the Christian faith has absolutely no need of relics to exist. I have been part of both Protestant and Catholic studies, and nowhere did I ever find that relics were anything more than that. Pieces of history that support the teachings in the Bible but are not necessary to believe. The action and twists are nonstop. Characters are great. The only other concern is the frequent use of profanity. Not something that should be in a Christian story.
The overall storyline is good, as long as it is understood that the Christian faith has absolutely no need of relics to exist. I have been part of both Protestant and Catholic studies, and nowhere did I ever find that relics were anything more than that. Pieces of history that support the teachings in the Bible but are not necessary to believe. The action and twists are nonstop. Characters are great. The only other concern is the frequent use of profanity. Not something that should be in a Christian story.
August 23, 2018
First time out with author for me. I was slighty concerned that as this book three in a series that I might have missed too much that had gone on before. However, I was able to read and enjoy it as a stand alone story. I'm now looking forward to getting to know more about the characters from the first two books which I've now obtained.
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September 19, 2018
Thrilling!
Another fabulously written story filled with intrigue and informative facts. The characters are what help keeps the storyline intriguing. They humans with real emotions and faults. Well written that makes for a more pleasurable read. Anxiously awaiting for the next book in this fabulous series!
Another fabulously written story filled with intrigue and informative facts. The characters are what help keeps the storyline intriguing. They humans with real emotions and faults. Well written that makes for a more pleasurable read. Anxiously awaiting for the next book in this fabulous series!
November 18, 2018
This will keep you in the edge of your seat!
After reading my third in the series I Vann hardly wait to read the next one! This author keeps you so involved it is hard to put it down to sleep! I love the combination of religious history and mystery...also find it a good learning device! I would recommend any of the three books I have read to my friends wholeheartedly.
After reading my third in the series I Vann hardly wait to read the next one! This author keeps you so involved it is hard to put it down to sleep! I love the combination of religious history and mystery...also find it a good learning device! I would recommend any of the three books I have read to my friends wholeheartedly.
March 17, 2019
Mind thrilling.
Silas Grey embarks on the journey to confront the past, when his archaeological "find" was taken by the Professor leading the project. However, nothing is as planned and Silas and Celeste, The Order and Nous tussle again this time for The Ark of the Covenant. Excellent read.
Silas Grey embarks on the journey to confront the past, when his archaeological "find" was taken by the Professor leading the project. However, nothing is as planned and Silas and Celeste, The Order and Nous tussle again this time for The Ark of the Covenant. Excellent read.
October 3, 2018
Interesting Twists
I enjoyed the African influence on where the ark might be. What started me enjoying this series were the reference to St James and Falls Church High.
I grew up there.
I enjoyed the African influence on where the ark might be. What started me enjoying this series were the reference to St James and Falls Church High.
I grew up there.
December 13, 2018
A must read
I stumbled upon your series by accident? I have now read three of your books and am going to read the next in the series. I like the way you intertwine fact and fiction, also the characters of sepio are fun to read
I stumbled upon your series by accident? I have now read three of your books and am going to read the next in the series. I like the way you intertwine fact and fiction, also the characters of sepio are fun to read
September 13, 2018
Love this series. It leaves you wanting more.
Can’t wait to read what happens next. It is so good I have already pre ordered the next book.
J.A. Bouma is a very blessed writer.
Can’t wait to read what happens next. It is so good I have already pre ordered the next book.
J.A. Bouma is a very blessed writer.
September 16, 2018
A great book. The ark of the covenant is found. ASilas Grey perseveres its location to keep it safe.
October 4, 2018
Action packed and fascinating!
Couldn't put it down. Once you leave on the trips with the characters ,you are hooked. Historically correct, learned many new things.
Couldn't put it down. Once you leave on the trips with the characters ,you are hooked. Historically correct, learned many new things.
October 26, 2018
Hidden covenant
I really enjoyed this book. The characters were awesome. The story line very exciting, it had me reading until the end.
I really enjoyed this book. The characters were awesome. The story line very exciting, it had me reading until the end.
December 23, 2018
Excellent read!
Once again, Mr Bouma has written a compelling book. It is well-written & exciting. His characters have a depth seldom seen in fiction.
Once again, Mr Bouma has written a compelling book. It is well-written & exciting. His characters have a depth seldom seen in fiction.
March 9, 2019
JA does it again.. a book you want to curl up with until you finish. Hoping the series never ends!
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