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Matt Drake #22
Four Sacred Treasures
When the ultra-powerful heir of an ancient line of shinobi warriors sees her dynasty crumbling, she turns to a renowned myth in an effort to change her fortunes. The Sacred Treasures of Japan are more than relics to its people; they are the Imperial Regalia and have achieved a legendary divine status.
But the treasures on display in the museums are fakes; the real ones long lost.
In Hawaii, Matt Drake and his team are attacked by covert shinobi fighters. Afterward, with friends abducted, the team have only one option: Travel to Japan and unravel the mysteries that veil the Three Sacred Treasures and a secret, mythical fourth.
The team must infiltrate Mai’s old clan, the vicious and deadly Tsugarai ninjas, in a desperate effort to save the lives of their friends and embark on a perilous quest to locate the treasures in such notorious places as the Devil’s Sea – a Japanese Bermuda Triangle – and The Land of the Dead.
In their deadliest confrontation yet, Drake and his team face shinobi warriors, the shadow royals of Japan, and an ancient line of Samurai in an epic quest to acquire the Three Sacred Treasures whilst solving clues that lead to a fourth—the unique source of some of the greatest myths of East and West that have baffled relic hunters for centuries.
But the treasures on display in the museums are fakes; the real ones long lost.
In Hawaii, Matt Drake and his team are attacked by covert shinobi fighters. Afterward, with friends abducted, the team have only one option: Travel to Japan and unravel the mysteries that veil the Three Sacred Treasures and a secret, mythical fourth.
The team must infiltrate Mai’s old clan, the vicious and deadly Tsugarai ninjas, in a desperate effort to save the lives of their friends and embark on a perilous quest to locate the treasures in such notorious places as the Devil’s Sea – a Japanese Bermuda Triangle – and The Land of the Dead.
In their deadliest confrontation yet, Drake and his team face shinobi warriors, the shadow royals of Japan, and an ancient line of Samurai in an epic quest to acquire the Three Sacred Treasures whilst solving clues that lead to a fourth—the unique source of some of the greatest myths of East and West that have baffled relic hunters for centuries.
- GenresAdventure
297 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 15, 2019
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About the author
David Leadbeater
90 books1,105 followersInternational bestselling author of twenty one thrillers, thirteen in the Matt Drake Action/Adventure series, also The Disavowed and Alicia Myles series'. All available for the Amazon Kindle.
Website - www.davidleadbeater.com
Reader of multiple genres. Husband. Father of two beautiful girls, aged 5 and 7. Joss Whedon fan.
Website - www.davidleadbeater.com
Reader of multiple genres. Husband. Father of two beautiful girls, aged 5 and 7. Joss Whedon fan.
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November 5, 2019
Another marvellous episode for the Strike Force team. This time ninja's have abducted several members of the team, so Drake and his buddies are off to Japan to rescue them. They find themselves caught up in the race to find the four sacred treasures of Japan, not easy when you find yourselves not only up against the ninjas, but mercenaries and samurai as well. This time the team really have their work cut out for them and it all comes to a head in a raging battle not only against countless enemies, but the terrain as well!
This series is a lot of fun, and this book doesn't let David Leadbeater's followers down. If you want a lot of escapism and action I can’t recommend this series highly enough. I'm waiting the next installment with baited breath.
This series is a lot of fun, and this book doesn't let David Leadbeater's followers down. If you want a lot of escapism and action I can’t recommend this series highly enough. I'm waiting the next installment with baited breath.
March 12, 2020
They almost fight to their end for yet another country and their team
Three kidnapped on an Hawaiian beach they were after Mai . One of the houses of the hidden royal families wants the original chines treasures and they think Mai knows where they are. Another great story another great adventure with all the known warriors of China involved and Yogi is back. There is heartbreak and injury. A very volatile adventure highly recommend to adventure seekers out there
Three kidnapped on an Hawaiian beach they were after Mai . One of the houses of the hidden royal families wants the original chines treasures and they think Mai knows where they are. Another great story another great adventure with all the known warriors of China involved and Yogi is back. There is heartbreak and injury. A very volatile adventure highly recommend to adventure seekers out there
January 6, 2020
Bloody Brilliant!
This book was great it had all the elements that I love in a David Leadbeater book. Fast pace action, historical references, puzzle solving, fighting, and finally tying up some loose ends with our storyline and taking out the bad guys. I highly recommend that you give this author a try, you will be very happy you did. Thank you for using Kindle Unlimited.
This book was great it had all the elements that I love in a David Leadbeater book. Fast pace action, historical references, puzzle solving, fighting, and finally tying up some loose ends with our storyline and taking out the bad guys. I highly recommend that you give this author a try, you will be very happy you did. Thank you for using Kindle Unlimited.
June 22, 2022
Thank God!
This, much to my delight, was a new and original Drake story. It didn’t involve the Blond King, it was an intriguing idea for the bad guy in the novel. While chasing a myth and legend, the Strike Force team is pushed beyond their limits to save artifacts once more, but it was new and original and I enjoyed it very much.
This, much to my delight, was a new and original Drake story. It didn’t involve the Blond King, it was an intriguing idea for the bad guy in the novel. While chasing a myth and legend, the Strike Force team is pushed beyond their limits to save artifacts once more, but it was new and original and I enjoyed it very much.
October 17, 2023
Bravo
After taking a weird little side trip in Matt Drake book 21, The Faberge Heist, David Leadbeater gets back on track in fine fashion with Four Sacred Treasures.
The action sequences are spellbinding and the character development continues to be fascinating.
It’s another winner in a long line of excellent books in the Matt Drake series.
After taking a weird little side trip in Matt Drake book 21, The Faberge Heist, David Leadbeater gets back on track in fine fashion with Four Sacred Treasures.
The action sequences are spellbinding and the character development continues to be fascinating.
It’s another winner in a long line of excellent books in the Matt Drake series.
February 17, 2024
CC1
This was excellent! It got Ma's revenge against the Tsarski and helped save a young warrior and her family. Saved the 4 treasures of Japan and forced Zuki into capture. The team did great job staying together. Dino lost his hand but maybe they can do something with that!! Best chapter yet. 10 stars plus!!!! Thanks Carl Clause
This was excellent! It got Ma's revenge against the Tsarski and helped save a young warrior and her family. Saved the 4 treasures of Japan and forced Zuki into capture. The team did great job staying together. Dino lost his hand but maybe they can do something with that!! Best chapter yet. 10 stars plus!!!! Thanks Carl Clause
March 6, 2020
Non stop action
From the beginning to the last page,you hate to stop reading till you finish the book. Then all you can think of is starting the next Matt Drake book
From the beginning to the last page,you hate to stop reading till you finish the book. Then all you can think of is starting the next Matt Drake book
April 5, 2021
The best yet
This books jogs along nicely the plot devloping as it goes, then it bursts into one of the best action packed endings. Superb.
This books jogs along nicely the plot devloping as it goes, then it bursts into one of the best action packed endings. Superb.
December 2, 2021
not as good as previous books
Is it becoming a little tired now???? Although will definitely give the next book a go and probably the one after that. Lol
Is it becoming a little tired now???? Although will definitely give the next book a go and probably the one after that. Lol
August 16, 2022
Brilliant Series
Four Sacred Treasurers (Matt Drake Book 22) by David Leadbeater. From Hawaii to Japan Matt Drake and the team fight insurmountable odds and win.
Four Sacred Treasurers (Matt Drake Book 22) by David Leadbeater. From Hawaii to Japan Matt Drake and the team fight insurmountable odds and win.
June 16, 2025
Stunning
This is Frame and the team back to their best when the coming here tough the Stoke Team kick ass
This is Frame and the team back to their best when the coming here tough the Stoke Team kick ass
September 21, 2019
Four Sacred Treasures (Matt Drake) - a review by Rosemary Kenny
Matt and the members of his Special Forces team are up against another challenge that will see them face danger, deadly threats, torture, healing, hate, love and much more, in their quest to find the eponymous Four Sacred Treasures, (sought by benefactors and maleficent characters alike, for the incredible powers held by these legendary artefacts and their out-of-this-world attributes, in order to save themselves and their team-mates' lives.
Ranged against the team are warring factions of Japanese Royalty, that wish to seize the superb Treasures, both shinobi ninja mercenaries and elite samurai warriors are willing to battle to the death in service of their employers, or emperor, to keep face and attain glorious immortality, while Matt Drake and his team are loyal to a fault, to loved ones and the US President, whatever the sacrifice involved to complete their mission.
Who will overcome their opponents and secure the Four Sacred Treasures of Japan?
Who pays the ultimate price for their heroism? Who's on the team's trail?
What happens to the Team in the underground caves? What do they find there?
When you've read Four Sacred Treasures by the inimitable David Leadbeater, you'll want to buy and enjoy all the other exciting previous adventures. Get your copy today - and tell all your friends!
Matt and the members of his Special Forces team are up against another challenge that will see them face danger, deadly threats, torture, healing, hate, love and much more, in their quest to find the eponymous Four Sacred Treasures, (sought by benefactors and maleficent characters alike, for the incredible powers held by these legendary artefacts and their out-of-this-world attributes, in order to save themselves and their team-mates' lives.
Ranged against the team are warring factions of Japanese Royalty, that wish to seize the superb Treasures, both shinobi ninja mercenaries and elite samurai warriors are willing to battle to the death in service of their employers, or emperor, to keep face and attain glorious immortality, while Matt Drake and his team are loyal to a fault, to loved ones and the US President, whatever the sacrifice involved to complete their mission.
Who will overcome their opponents and secure the Four Sacred Treasures of Japan?
Who pays the ultimate price for their heroism? Who's on the team's trail?
What happens to the Team in the underground caves? What do they find there?
When you've read Four Sacred Treasures by the inimitable David Leadbeater, you'll want to buy and enjoy all the other exciting previous adventures. Get your copy today - and tell all your friends!
October 7, 2019
I have to say this is one of the best David Leadbeater books I have read, It takes off at break neck speed and doesn't slow down until the final page. The team are ambushed whilst on a break by an enemy equal to their own skill sets. from then on its a race to find said treasures splitting the team after 3 members are kidnapped and held. Mai faces her biggest test to date and the final epic battle at the end makes "Custers Last Stand" seem like a tea party. Taking a quick breather before diving into the next book !! Thanks David
November 3, 2019
READ IT
I keep harping on about when these books will be made into films, someone is definitely missing a trick here.
I keep harping on about when these books will be made into films, someone is definitely missing a trick here.
August 28, 2019
Great read
Full of non-stop action as the SPEAR now Strike Force Team takes Japan by storm with the search for 4 items. The team is split as they search for the Japanese treasures which rake them on harrowing adventures on the way. Fascinating.history revealed about the Japanese families ruling the country and how. I loved this book and highly recommend it!
Full of non-stop action as the SPEAR now Strike Force Team takes Japan by storm with the search for 4 items. The team is split as they search for the Japanese treasures which rake them on harrowing adventures on the way. Fascinating.history revealed about the Japanese families ruling the country and how. I loved this book and highly recommend it!
September 4, 2019
They Fight to Keep All Free
Four Sacred Treasures (Matt Drake Book 22) by David Leadbeater is superb! It is amazing to me that each of the 22 books is so spectacular. Many of the characters have been involved throughout. To get the most out of this 5 star book, one should really start with book 1 to be current with the back story throughout the exciting series.
Four Sacred Treasures (Matt Drake Book 22) by David Leadbeater is superb! It is amazing to me that each of the 22 books is so spectacular. Many of the characters have been involved throughout. To get the most out of this 5 star book, one should really start with book 1 to be current with the back story throughout the exciting series.
August 1, 2019
Drake and team are back, this time fighting for imprisoned friends and hunting for list Japanese treasures. Good fast moving story as usual, but the team dynamic does not seem as good as in earlier books.
September 6, 2019
Wow !
What a great book, full of action and suspense ! It was impossible to put it down. I love the characters, it's extremely well written and I'm anxiously waiting for the next one !
What a great book, full of action and suspense ! It was impossible to put it down. I love the characters, it's extremely well written and I'm anxiously waiting for the next one !
September 28, 2019
Thrilling and action packed
Another thrilling, adventure full of action as a Strike Force One fly around the world, trying to beat the villains to the prize. Looking forward to Matt Drake 23 and Relic Hunter 3.
Another thrilling, adventure full of action as a Strike Force One fly around the world, trying to beat the villains to the prize. Looking forward to Matt Drake 23 and Relic Hunter 3.
July 17, 2019
Steaming hot
Read this book in one sitting, fast paced edge of the seat stuff.
Hurry up David, next instalment soon please.
Read this book in one sitting, fast paced edge of the seat stuff.
Hurry up David, next instalment soon please.
August 3, 2019
amazing
Another thrilling ride with Matt and the rest of the team .. Love these books can never put them down
Another thrilling ride with Matt and the rest of the team .. Love these books can never put them down
August 15, 2019
Wipeout
Skillful handling of a large array of great characters
that populate this outstanding series. Shout out to
Yorgi and Mai, Drake and Alicia. Well played.
Skillful handling of a large array of great characters
that populate this outstanding series. Shout out to
Yorgi and Mai, Drake and Alicia. Well played.
August 17, 2019
One of My Favorites!
I’ve read them all and Sacred Treasures (Matt Drake Book 22) is possibly the best yet. I highly recommend it!
I’ve read them all and Sacred Treasures (Matt Drake Book 22) is possibly the best yet. I highly recommend it!
September 11, 2019
One more cave.
Another adventure. Loss of comrade, severe injury to another. Revenge, love end action. What more could you ask for! What comes next?
Another adventure. Loss of comrade, severe injury to another. Revenge, love end action. What more could you ask for! What comes next?
September 20, 2019
Action packed adventure
A great take which while incredulous at times remained generally creditable. The prevalent violence was not described in great detail
A great take which while incredulous at times remained generally creditable. The prevalent violence was not described in great detail
September 22, 2019
Non stop action
Exhausting compelling almost a can't put it down book I had to to eat and sleep but couldn't wait to get back into the action
Exhausting compelling almost a can't put it down book I had to to eat and sleep but couldn't wait to get back into the action
October 10, 2019
I enjoy
This author. I have read several of his books. And each one Captivate me. I look forward to more of the author
This author. I have read several of his books. And each one Captivate me. I look forward to more of the author
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