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James Acton Thrillers #24
Keepers of the Lost Ark
*** FROM USA TODAY & MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR J. ROBERT KENNEDY ***
THE ARK OF THE COVENANT HAS BEEN FOUND. AND NOW IT MUST BE DESTROYED.
When a mysterious priest from the Horn of Africa requests Laura Palmer’s help in preserving an ancient artifact, he refuses to identify it, but convinces her and her husband, Archaeology Professor James Acton, to help before it is too late. Little do they know they are about to be shown the most significant religious artifact of all time.
The Ark of the Covenant.
Missing for thousands of years, it has been carefully preserved where it was least expected, and now is at risk.
From the ravages of time, and those who would stop at nothing to possess it.
Or destroy it to fulfill an ancient prophecy.
Award winning and USA Today bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy once again twists history to his own ends in Keepers of the Lost Ark , delivering an action-packed, inspirational thriller sure to leave your heart hammering. If you enjoy fast-paced adventures in the style of Dan Brown , Clive Cussler , and James Rollins , then you’ll love this thrilling tale of archaeological intrigue.
Get your copy of Keepers of the Lost Ark today, and join the fight to save what was lost for so long…
★★★★★ "James A little bit of Jack Bauer and Indiana Jones!"
Though this book is part of the James Acton Thrillers series, it is written as a standalone novel and can be enjoyed without having read any other installments.
★★★★★ “Non-stop action that is impossible to put down.”
The James Acton Thrillers series and its spin-offs, the Special Agent Dylan Kane Thrillers and the Delta Force Unleashed Thrillers , have sold over one million copies . If you love non-stop action and intrigue with a healthy dose of humor, try James Acton today!
★★★★★ “A great blend of history and current headlines.”
THE ARK OF THE COVENANT HAS BEEN FOUND. AND NOW IT MUST BE DESTROYED.
When a mysterious priest from the Horn of Africa requests Laura Palmer’s help in preserving an ancient artifact, he refuses to identify it, but convinces her and her husband, Archaeology Professor James Acton, to help before it is too late. Little do they know they are about to be shown the most significant religious artifact of all time.
The Ark of the Covenant.
Missing for thousands of years, it has been carefully preserved where it was least expected, and now is at risk.
From the ravages of time, and those who would stop at nothing to possess it.
Or destroy it to fulfill an ancient prophecy.
Award winning and USA Today bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy once again twists history to his own ends in Keepers of the Lost Ark , delivering an action-packed, inspirational thriller sure to leave your heart hammering. If you enjoy fast-paced adventures in the style of Dan Brown , Clive Cussler , and James Rollins , then you’ll love this thrilling tale of archaeological intrigue.
Get your copy of Keepers of the Lost Ark today, and join the fight to save what was lost for so long…
★★★★★ "James A little bit of Jack Bauer and Indiana Jones!"
Though this book is part of the James Acton Thrillers series, it is written as a standalone novel and can be enjoyed without having read any other installments.
★★★★★ “Non-stop action that is impossible to put down.”
The James Acton Thrillers series and its spin-offs, the Special Agent Dylan Kane Thrillers and the Delta Force Unleashed Thrillers , have sold over one million copies . If you love non-stop action and intrigue with a healthy dose of humor, try James Acton today!
★★★★★ “A great blend of history and current headlines.”
316 pages, Paperback
First published March 28, 2019
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About the author
J. Robert Kennedy
100 books297 followersWith over one million books sold, award winning and USA Today bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy has been ranked by Amazon as the #1 Bestselling Action Adventure novelist based upon combined sales. He is the author of over fifty international bestsellers including the smash hit James Acton Thrillers. He lives with his wife and daughter and writes full-time.
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March 8, 2022
Amazing book
Another amazing book. They should make this series of books into a movie. Can’t wait to move onto the next book.
Another amazing book. They should make this series of books into a movie. Can’t wait to move onto the next book.
January 27, 2021
Favorite author
J. Robert Kennedy has been a favorite author from my very first read and I have never been disappointed, ever. I have always been interested in archaeology and that was why I picked up my first book years ago. Have gotten to know his characters and it's like learning what they've been up to since my last read. The storyline is always exciting, romantic enough, not too quirky, funny, believable, factual when history is involved (thank heaven for Kindle look-up). Don't miss a thoroughly good series.
J. Robert Kennedy has been a favorite author from my very first read and I have never been disappointed, ever. I have always been interested in archaeology and that was why I picked up my first book years ago. Have gotten to know his characters and it's like learning what they've been up to since my last read. The storyline is always exciting, romantic enough, not too quirky, funny, believable, factual when history is involved (thank heaven for Kindle look-up). Don't miss a thoroughly good series.
April 1, 2019
Keepers of the Lost Ark, loved it!
I've rated Keepers of the Lost Ark a 5 because its it awesome. Action packed as usual and a gripping story, funnny with those Delta Force guys that makes you laugh out loud and if you're not alone while reading they'll thing your nuts, and tell them to reading themselves, see if they can remain quiet, for sure not!!! How do you think all these funny moments between Atlas and Niner. Don't stop writing Rob!
Irene
I've rated Keepers of the Lost Ark a 5 because its it awesome. Action packed as usual and a gripping story, funnny with those Delta Force guys that makes you laugh out loud and if you're not alone while reading they'll thing your nuts, and tell them to reading themselves, see if they can remain quiet, for sure not!!! How do you think all these funny moments between Atlas and Niner. Don't stop writing Rob!
Irene
December 14, 2022
Where Is the Ark
This book of make believe and partial use of the Bible has you wondering where the Ark of the Covenant is. 2 Chronicles 35 has last mention of it with a King Josiah way past Solomon. Quite possibly taken by the Babaylon people in the fall of Jerusalem, but not specifically mentioned in the Bible as that happening. In the book of Revelation it is mentioned to be in the Temple of God in Heaven. Oh well it is interesting though. Worth the read. Big D
This book of make believe and partial use of the Bible has you wondering where the Ark of the Covenant is. 2 Chronicles 35 has last mention of it with a King Josiah way past Solomon. Quite possibly taken by the Babaylon people in the fall of Jerusalem, but not specifically mentioned in the Bible as that happening. In the book of Revelation it is mentioned to be in the Temple of God in Heaven. Oh well it is interesting though. Worth the read. Big D
September 17, 2023
Thrilling
Another good Acton Palmer read. Love the references connecting the Bible story and Indiana Jones film. Reality and fiction 🤔??
Plenty of action which l enjoy. None stop thrills. All our favourites here with sparring Atlas & Ninner, BD the Boss, CIA & technology. These all combine to make it happen
These stories take one out of life for awhile and feels like a holiday. Reading is relaxing.
Another good Acton Palmer read. Love the references connecting the Bible story and Indiana Jones film. Reality and fiction 🤔??
Plenty of action which l enjoy. None stop thrills. All our favourites here with sparring Atlas & Ninner, BD the Boss, CIA & technology. These all combine to make it happen
These stories take one out of life for awhile and feels like a holiday. Reading is relaxing.
April 5, 2019
Indiana Move Over
Very good read, fast paced, good historical back up and makes you wonder what you would do if you had to decide the fate of the Ark. Believable characters, even if you don't like them. Plays well on the theme of mans greed versus doing what's right. Nice twist at the end. Definitely recommended
Very good read, fast paced, good historical back up and makes you wonder what you would do if you had to decide the fate of the Ark. Believable characters, even if you don't like them. Plays well on the theme of mans greed versus doing what's right. Nice twist at the end. Definitely recommended
February 9, 2023
The Ark
Mr Kennedy delivers another action packed history based story. I like the way history is interwoven by going back and forth between present day and the past. Of course James and Laura are always right in the middle of it. Thank goodness for Bravo Team always ready to bail their friends out. I hope everyone enjoys this read.
Mr Kennedy delivers another action packed history based story. I like the way history is interwoven by going back and forth between present day and the past. Of course James and Laura are always right in the middle of it. Thank goodness for Bravo Team always ready to bail their friends out. I hope everyone enjoys this read.
July 13, 2023
One of Mr. Kennedy's shorter books but still packed a lot of action into the story. The story of the Ark has been told and retold numerous times through different mediums and they all hold some truth and more fantasy. This was a good story and the usual faces were all accounted for and played their roles well. I would recommend this to those of you who like a short action adveture.
April 8, 2019
Funky historical adventure
The story was ok, not great adventure, but still a good story. Have read better story from Kennedy.
, Can't win them all. Still one of h ok m favorite author s.
The story was ok, not great adventure, but still a good story. Have read better story from Kennedy.
, Can't win them all. Still one of h ok m favorite author s.
April 26, 2019
Great Series
I love this series! The professors and their conversations are fun. The action fast-paced. The choice of characters and their interactions all combine to hold the reader's attention and develop into a great story.
I love this series! The professors and their conversations are fun. The action fast-paced. The choice of characters and their interactions all combine to hold the reader's attention and develop into a great story.
May 3, 2019
A somewhat boring story about the finding of the mythical Ark of the Covenant. There are the usual bad guys trying to steal the prize and a few completely irrelevant sex conversations but this book should strictly be regarded as a 'time-waster', something to use to pass time on a quiet afternoon.
February 17, 2020
The usual
It was a typical James Acton story, interesting history coupled with borderline unbelievable action. It’s kinda hard to read when you know all the main characters are gonna come out smelling like a rose. It’s still fun reading.
It was a typical James Acton story, interesting history coupled with borderline unbelievable action. It’s kinda hard to read when you know all the main characters are gonna come out smelling like a rose. It’s still fun reading.
April 30, 2020
I gave it a four star rating
Was a interesting read
People trying to find the Ark of the covenant
Various people were after it
Keeping it safe was the hard part
Finding it once people had heard about was the challenge
Was a interesting read
People trying to find the Ark of the covenant
Various people were after it
Keeping it safe was the hard part
Finding it once people had heard about was the challenge
April 5, 2024
Is this real or not???
This story was as exciting as the other adventures of the two professors with the added twist is this the real Ark???????The answer can only be found in the readers heart.Recommended
This story was as exciting as the other adventures of the two professors with the added twist is this the real Ark???????The answer can only be found in the readers heart.Recommended
January 23, 2025
Book 24
Book 24 was a fun read and had a few errors throughout. This book was interesting in the plot of the ark of the covenant and the short backstory of how it has been kept secret. The characters are developed well and introduced new people for protecting the ark.
Book 24 was a fun read and had a few errors throughout. This book was interesting in the plot of the ark of the covenant and the short backstory of how it has been kept secret. The characters are developed well and introduced new people for protecting the ark.
April 2, 2019
Actin does it again
Thrilling from the get go. Hollywood has nothing on J. Robert Kennedy. He is a true master of his work.
Thrilling from the get go. Hollywood has nothing on J. Robert Kennedy. He is a true master of his work.
April 10, 2019
Another incredible adventure for Professors Acton & Palmer
Definitely a page turner from beginning to end. I had to make myself pause so I could get something else accomplished!
Definitely a page turner from beginning to end. I had to make myself pause so I could get something else accomplished!
April 22, 2019
Greatread
Great read lots of action and great historical context kept you interested throughout the book hard to put down. I
Great read lots of action and great historical context kept you interested throughout the book hard to put down. I
May 22, 2019
Good read. Almost read like a shoot-off of Raiders of the Lost Ark. Lightweight read.
August 12, 2019
A good read!
February 22, 2020
As always, great job on the book. I devoured it within few hours.
Keep on writing Robert.
Keep on writing Robert.
February 27, 2020
Not His Best
Slow but nonetheless somewhat entertaining, took some license with the Scriptures but all in the name of entertaining. I recommend this book. E
Slow but nonetheless somewhat entertaining, took some license with the Scriptures but all in the name of entertaining. I recommend this book. E
June 19, 2020
The Ark of the Covenant. Real or not real? Who knows? But J. Robert Kennedy did a damn fine job with asking/answering the question. Great book!!!
July 5, 2020
Like these James Acton books. Easy to read, story line easy to follow, never exactly what’s around the corners. Nice reads.
October 30, 2020
Since GoodReads does not list Nook buys I have forgotten all of Kennedy's many series of thriller style books. This was a James Acton series eBook from Nook.
May 15, 2021
Always a good read!
J Robert Kennedy is one of the best authors of action fiction in the last ten years. I can’t wait for the next book!
J Robert Kennedy is one of the best authors of action fiction in the last ten years. I can’t wait for the next book!
October 1, 2021
Fast read
I enjoy reading more than TV. I was immediately drawn in and the story kept building. It was an easy and fast read.
I enjoy reading more than TV. I was immediately drawn in and the story kept building. It was an easy and fast read.
June 3, 2022
Abandoned. Drek.
June 7, 2022
Great.
I always enjoy the history woven into the story. The Acton's are at it again.. Preserving artifacts of course 😁. Lots of action and the usual familiar faces.
I always enjoy the history woven into the story. The Acton's are at it again.. Preserving artifacts of course 😁. Lots of action and the usual familiar faces.
October 13, 2020
I enjoyed the action and characters very much. The author's imagination regarding the Lost Ark is an interesting and exciting story.
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