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The Devil's Prayer
The assassin in black is back! International assassin, Ethan Jericho had a simple wish—to enjoy his retirement.
His dream of a tranquil second act explodes when a doomsday cult comes looking to reclaim the missing pages from their sacred text—The Code Gigas. The Devil’s Bible.
Frantic and on the run, Jericho returns home to the South Side of Chicago, desperate to unlock the riddle behind the secret pages. But his homecoming turns deadly when a fellow assassin comes to collect the cult’s bounty on Jericho’s head.
Can Jericho keep the missing pages from this demonic cult? Or will they finally discover the lethal prayer hidden in their evil bible and ignite the end of the world?
His dream of a tranquil second act explodes when a doomsday cult comes looking to reclaim the missing pages from their sacred text—The Code Gigas. The Devil’s Bible.
Frantic and on the run, Jericho returns home to the South Side of Chicago, desperate to unlock the riddle behind the secret pages. But his homecoming turns deadly when a fellow assassin comes to collect the cult’s bounty on Jericho’s head.
Can Jericho keep the missing pages from this demonic cult? Or will they finally discover the lethal prayer hidden in their evil bible and ignite the end of the world?
292 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 12, 2019
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About the author
J.D. Oliva
25 books22 followersAuthor, comic writer, filmmaker, podcaster, wrestler, J.D. Oliva has worn a lot of hats. His books include Hawk Hallow, Harvest Moon and the supernatural thriller series, The Books of Jericho. His comics, including Delgue, Red Sunrise and Shunned have won multiple awards. A co-host of the Superhero Speak podcast series, he's also writes about professional wrestling in his free time.
J.D. lives with his wife and son in DeKalb, Illinois where he runs the Video Infinity production company and coaches high school wrestling. He keeps himself pretty busy.
J.D. lives with his wife and son in DeKalb, Illinois where he runs the Video Infinity production company and coaches high school wrestling. He keeps himself pretty busy.
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February 9, 2020
Another great. Ethan just wants to retire, not yet it seems. Finding pages from a book called The Devil’s Bible is more important to solve. Superb.
March 26, 2020
A new beginning?
This book keeps you reading .l found myself not wanting to put it down . The author has done an excellent job of keeping you interested. It doesn't get boring. Once you start you just have to see what will happen next.
I wasn't sure if l would like this type of book but once l started reading l couldn't stop. I'm looking forward to the next in this series.
Give it a try,
This book keeps you reading .l found myself not wanting to put it down . The author has done an excellent job of keeping you interested. It doesn't get boring. Once you start you just have to see what will happen next.
I wasn't sure if l would like this type of book but once l started reading l couldn't stop. I'm looking forward to the next in this series.
Give it a try,
January 10, 2020
The explosive sequel to HARVEST MOON is here!
All Ethan Jericho wanted to do was retire. After the shocking ending to HARVEST MOON, the assassin thought he was too old to continue his work in the darkest corners of the world.
But that was before the found the missing pages of the Codex Gigas, an ancient text known as the Devil’s Bible. Desperate and on the run, can Jericho keep the secret pages form a vicious doomsday cult? Or will the find the secret prayer that will ignite the end of the world?
Discover the first entry into the Books of Jericho, the series called “John Wicks works the X- Files.” When things go bump in the night, Ethan Jericho bumps back.
This is a brilliant read.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
All Ethan Jericho wanted to do was retire. After the shocking ending to HARVEST MOON, the assassin thought he was too old to continue his work in the darkest corners of the world.
But that was before the found the missing pages of the Codex Gigas, an ancient text known as the Devil’s Bible. Desperate and on the run, can Jericho keep the secret pages form a vicious doomsday cult? Or will the find the secret prayer that will ignite the end of the world?
Discover the first entry into the Books of Jericho, the series called “John Wicks works the X- Files.” When things go bump in the night, Ethan Jericho bumps back.
This is a brilliant read.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
October 7, 2020
Nonstop action!
For Jericho, a man who enjoys retirements peace and quiet, his response for survival takes the unknown action in in stride. Which he does well since he retired from mercenary work. A potential customer stopped by his home which perturbed him since he used an alias. Later Jericho found the portfolio the thief left. Just after examining the documents, he was assaulted in his home, but with more experience than his attackers he got away. He is survival mode.
The story contains consistent action, but you get to know Jericho as a person along the way. After starting the book, I wanted to read to the finish without interruptions, but life intervened. I highly recommend this book to action readers. I received an advance copy to provide an honest and unbiased review.
For Jericho, a man who enjoys retirements peace and quiet, his response for survival takes the unknown action in in stride. Which he does well since he retired from mercenary work. A potential customer stopped by his home which perturbed him since he used an alias. Later Jericho found the portfolio the thief left. Just after examining the documents, he was assaulted in his home, but with more experience than his attackers he got away. He is survival mode.
The story contains consistent action, but you get to know Jericho as a person along the way. After starting the book, I wanted to read to the finish without interruptions, but life intervened. I highly recommend this book to action readers. I received an advance copy to provide an honest and unbiased review.
March 7, 2021
A Fantastic Read
The author has done it again, creating another thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The mysterious Ethan Jericho is now retired, but when Daniel Prince, an old foe, approaches Jericho, the story becomes a cat-and-mouse competition with international turmoil, great dialogue, dramatic settings, and complex characters. Dana O’Brien, a popular and ambitious journalist who knows too much, will reach out to someone whom she does not like. Antonio LeMay is using the construction of an alarming statue in Utah as a diversion. There is even more drama when adversary Erik Zion appears. With its many twists and turns, the narrative exposes an ancient secret, retribution, manipulation, betrayal, deceit, greed, and murder. If you think you know how this plot will end, you do not know Ethan Jericho.
The author has done it again, creating another thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The mysterious Ethan Jericho is now retired, but when Daniel Prince, an old foe, approaches Jericho, the story becomes a cat-and-mouse competition with international turmoil, great dialogue, dramatic settings, and complex characters. Dana O’Brien, a popular and ambitious journalist who knows too much, will reach out to someone whom she does not like. Antonio LeMay is using the construction of an alarming statue in Utah as a diversion. There is even more drama when adversary Erik Zion appears. With its many twists and turns, the narrative exposes an ancient secret, retribution, manipulation, betrayal, deceit, greed, and murder. If you think you know how this plot will end, you do not know Ethan Jericho.
November 19, 2019
This book was nothing short of amazing! Never a spoiler in my reviews - this is a page-turner that you won't want to put down and will keep you on the edge of your seat. Even if you haven't read Harvest Moon, you won't have any trouble with this one...it is well written, great character development and gives you the thrills and suspense you look for in a book...this one commands your attention! Even if you don't think this is the genre for you, give it a shot, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised! I received a complimentary copy of this book and this is my unsolicited review!
November 27, 2019
The first time I heard a special operator say that heroes don’t really get to retire, it was a Navy SEAL talking to a Delta Force man. Legends always live, and the operators are most alive in the field. Some hunters will always be hunted.
Jericho will not find much respite - and trying to retire sometimes just means limiting the resources and backup available when things get ugly.
This is a fast paced action adventure thriller with all sorts of plot action.
So hard to describe without spoiling the cool details.
Read on and enjoy if you like thrillers and adventure!
Jericho will not find much respite - and trying to retire sometimes just means limiting the resources and backup available when things get ugly.
This is a fast paced action adventure thriller with all sorts of plot action.
So hard to describe without spoiling the cool details.
Read on and enjoy if you like thrillers and adventure!
November 20, 2019
Jericho is fast becoming my favorite tough guy! The story starts with a bang and keeps going. Jericho is getting a bit old and things are getting tougher for him just like the rest of us, but he seems to attract the weird people. Olivia has created some wonderful characters and knows how to keep the suspense and action rolling along. The story can be read on its own, but I do recommend catching the earlier books as it gives you more feel for the characters. Can't wait for the next one!
December 31, 2019
What happens when you combine a church, a satanic cult and a prayer to end the world? You will need Jericho to make things right. An outstanding thriller with lots of action and charismatic characters that you will either root for or against. Excitement abounds!
November 13, 2019
I really enjoyed this book. It grabs your interest and makes you want to keep reading. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
November 24, 2019
This is an absolutely wonderful thriller. It keeps you guessing what is happening next. I would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys thrillers.
October 19, 2020
Very good.
Art is stolen and destroyed in the Netherlands and Jericho is caught flatfooted in Utah and Chicago. This is a very thrilling story.
I received this as an ARC
Art is stolen and destroyed in the Netherlands and Jericho is caught flatfooted in Utah and Chicago. This is a very thrilling story.
I received this as an ARC
October 22, 2020
Wanting to leave ‘the life’ he’s known for too long, international assassin Ethan Jericho (not his real name!) decides to ‘retire’. There’s no more ‘Advantage Treatment’ from his security firm Cherry Vale. No more jetting all over the world taking care of clients wants and needs. Sounds great but things don’t quite work out that way for our hero. Following a daring raid that sees a famous painting stolen at a Dutch Van Gogh museum, religious fanatics discover that hidden within are lost pages of the Devil's Bible that could very well bring about the apocalypse. No pressure then as Jericho’s tasked with stopping all this as well as taking on an adversary that might be just as bad and just as formidable as he is. JD Oliva gives us a fun ride with this book. There’s plenty of action and shady people with dangerous agendas. I enjoyed Harvest Moon, which also features Ethan Jericho, immensely and have enjoyed this one too. Jericho displays some vulnerability in this book which I found interesting and we get a glimpse into his past too. That said, he still does what he does best: kicking bad guys butts! Above is my original review for The Devil’s Prayer before JD Oliva reworked the book. From what was a great four star read we now have a highly polished can’t-put-down five star novel! I loved reading it again and truly didn’t want to stop reading even when the clock said I should. Recommended.
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