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Sean Wyatt #18
La Conspiration Vatican
Dans la lignée de Steve Berry et de Dan Brown, le nouveau grand nom du thriller historique ! 1798 : Alors que ses armées viennent d'envahir l'île de Malte, Bonaparte entre dans la cathédrale de La Valette gardée par l'ordre des Chevaliers hospitaliers de Saint-Jean. Son objectif : mettre la main sur une mystérieuse relique, confiée à l'Ordre lors de sa fondation. 2019 : Après avoir découvert dans les archives secrètes de la bibliothèque du Vatican une lettre signée de la main de Napoléon, un cardinal est assassiné.
L'Eglise soupçonne une branche clandestine des Chevaliers teutoniques, ordre officiellement dissous en 1805. Le Vatican engage alors Sean Wyatt, ex-agent secret, pour remonter la piste du " secret Napoléon ". Celui-ci va devoir reconstituer un puzzle passionnant, à travers les arcanes de l'Histoire de France et de l'Eglise. De Rome à Notre-Dame en passant par le Père-Lachaise, Ernest Dempsey nous entraîne, avec ce roman captivant, dans une formidable quête pleine de mystères, d'énigmes et de retournements.
Les amateurs de thrillers, les passionnés d'Histoire et d'ésotérisme vont être ravis.
L'Eglise soupçonne une branche clandestine des Chevaliers teutoniques, ordre officiellement dissous en 1805. Le Vatican engage alors Sean Wyatt, ex-agent secret, pour remonter la piste du " secret Napoléon ". Celui-ci va devoir reconstituer un puzzle passionnant, à travers les arcanes de l'Histoire de France et de l'Eglise. De Rome à Notre-Dame en passant par le Père-Lachaise, Ernest Dempsey nous entraîne, avec ce roman captivant, dans une formidable quête pleine de mystères, d'énigmes et de retournements.
Les amateurs de thrillers, les passionnés d'Histoire et d'ésotérisme vont être ravis.
384 pages, ebook
First published November 12, 2020
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About the author
Ernest Dempsey
71 books476 followersErnest Dempsey is a huge fan of action/adventure thrillers and science fiction.
He has been creating stories since he was in high school but never published a book until 2010, long after the days of high school were gone.
His action & adventure books come from a lineage similar to Clive Cussler, Dan Brown, Steve Berry, and James Rollins. While his science fiction novels are full of influence from Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games, The Matrix movie, and Gladiator directed by Ridley Scott.
He is quickly becoming one of the hottest fiction authors in the book world.
He has been creating stories since he was in high school but never published a book until 2010, long after the days of high school were gone.
His action & adventure books come from a lineage similar to Clive Cussler, Dan Brown, Steve Berry, and James Rollins. While his science fiction novels are full of influence from Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games, The Matrix movie, and Gladiator directed by Ridley Scott.
He is quickly becoming one of the hottest fiction authors in the book world.
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August 31, 2019
Dempsey is a guilty pleasure, sort of like my husband's Sonic tater tots. I buzz through Dempsey's books in an evening and never review them. His stories are fast-paced and produced very quickly. His dialogue is too abundant in times of disaster, and his characters are, generally, smartasses. (Both of which explains his appeal to the masses.)
My problem with The Napoleon Affair is that Dempsey's conclusion cashes in on the catastrophic fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. His previous book was published in March, and this book was published this month—a scarce six months apart; he was aware of the April fire while writing this book, so the book's climax isn't the result of a creative imagination.
I was in Paris when the cathedral burned, and capitalizing on that loss—to Christianity, to architecture, to history—is just bad form, almost a literary cheap shot, and offensive to me. I won't read another Dempsey book.
My problem with The Napoleon Affair is that Dempsey's conclusion cashes in on the catastrophic fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. His previous book was published in March, and this book was published this month—a scarce six months apart; he was aware of the April fire while writing this book, so the book's climax isn't the result of a creative imagination.
I was in Paris when the cathedral burned, and capitalizing on that loss—to Christianity, to architecture, to history—is just bad form, almost a literary cheap shot, and offensive to me. I won't read another Dempsey book.
September 14, 2019
The Napoleon Affair
I really enjoy reading all of Ernest Dempsey 's novels. I have read them all. I love them and the way he writes. It keeps you on the edge of your seat. I only wish he would hire a better proof reader as there are still quite a few grammatical errors.
This is an excellent read.
I really enjoy reading all of Ernest Dempsey 's novels. I have read them all. I love them and the way he writes. It keeps you on the edge of your seat. I only wish he would hire a better proof reader as there are still quite a few grammatical errors.
This is an excellent read.
August 27, 2019
A quest to find a holy relic: a ring worn by John the Baptist.
March 11, 2020
An Awesome Sean Wyatt Archeological Adventure.
I really enjoy reading archeological thrillers, especially the Sean Wyatt series. This book is almost like eating potato chips--you can't stop! I love the characters, the action and the storyline. I haven't read all of Mr. Dempsey' s books yet, but I will. I highly recommend this book
I really enjoy reading archeological thrillers, especially the Sean Wyatt series. This book is almost like eating potato chips--you can't stop! I love the characters, the action and the storyline. I haven't read all of Mr. Dempsey' s books yet, but I will. I highly recommend this book
March 5, 2020
It's almost a jolly holiday with Sean, Adriana, Tommy and June...!
Of course trouble follows or confronts Sean at any given moment! How hard can it be to just get 4 sodas at your neighborhood convenience store???
Of course trouble follows or confronts Sean at any given moment! How hard can it be to just get 4 sodas at your neighborhood convenience store???
March 3, 2020
Gripping book, kept us both interested to the end!
February 19, 2020
Unforgettable story
The author has done a great job of keeping me the reader focused. While enjoying this story, I felt like I was there. Great storyline and suspense throughout. I enjoy history and the story was totally remarkable. Great job.👏👏👏😄😄😄
The author has done a great job of keeping me the reader focused. While enjoying this story, I felt like I was there. Great storyline and suspense throughout. I enjoy history and the story was totally remarkable. Great job.👏👏👏😄😄😄
February 19, 2020
Well played
The history and the characters all placed in a well of classic scenery. I enjoyed this story because it was paced and the flow allowed me more enjoyment . Everyone was involved . Best of all the good guys were really memorable.
The history and the characters all placed in a well of classic scenery. I enjoyed this story because it was paced and the flow allowed me more enjoyment . Everyone was involved . Best of all the good guys were really memorable.
August 30, 2019
Sean and Tommy are back in a roller-coaster of a ride based on the search for a Napoleon Bonaparte relic, but it is spiced up by an ancient order of Catholic Knights also searching for it as they attempt to restore their order to the power they think it deserves, and overthrow the Pope and wage war on all non-Christians in the process.
There is a tragic murder, a series of riddles to solve and a truly breathtaking series of adventures to keep the adrenaline levels up throughout the book and make it a genuinely exciting and compelling read.
There are several aspects to Ernest Dempsey's books and this one has them all in spades, the characters are all multi-faceted and believable, the locations are really evocatively described, and there are great action sequences but what makes them really stand out for me is the amount of historical research and the way that it is woven into the story.
I have been a fan of the author for quite a long time now, and I believe that his books are getting better and better, this is definitely the best of a very good bunch, and for me his books sit up there with some of the best thriller writers that there are.
I did receive an advance copy of this book, but have voluntarily written this honest review.
There is a tragic murder, a series of riddles to solve and a truly breathtaking series of adventures to keep the adrenaline levels up throughout the book and make it a genuinely exciting and compelling read.
There are several aspects to Ernest Dempsey's books and this one has them all in spades, the characters are all multi-faceted and believable, the locations are really evocatively described, and there are great action sequences but what makes them really stand out for me is the amount of historical research and the way that it is woven into the story.
I have been a fan of the author for quite a long time now, and I believe that his books are getting better and better, this is definitely the best of a very good bunch, and for me his books sit up there with some of the best thriller writers that there are.
I did receive an advance copy of this book, but have voluntarily written this honest review.
September 22, 2019
Reading historical fiction is usually a joy because for the most part you get to learn something (even if it's just that you are interested in a particular topic) while reading fiction, but when the author does not do the necessary research, then it is an insult to the readers, for example: 1) You do not address a Cardinal of the Catholic Church as Your Grace (that's a way to address certain members of royalty), they are to be addressed as "Your Eminence", yes, I knew it, but believe me a quick google search confirmed it, 2) the Commander of the Swiss Guard would not have brought in people into the "depths of the Vatican" wearing shorts... if such simple things were wrong what else did the writer get wrong. Like I said before, I find such lack of professionalism insulting as a customer. As a customer I will exercise my right not to buy/read anymore of Mr. Dempsey's books
August 19, 2019
What do you get when you combine Napoleonic history, ancient orders form the Crusades, and a sacred relic? You get one adventure story that is filled with multiple twists and turns that keeps you engaged in the story until the final words. Of all the 17 Sean Wyatt stories, The Napoleon Affair is my favorite to date. The story telling is very tight and there are a number of incidents in this quest that are unpredictable, not to mention a story steeped in history and an excellent tour of modern Paris and Europe. Mr. Dempsey’s growth as a writer is evident throughout this story which ranks right up there with James Rollins, Clive Cussler, and Steve Berry top name a few. I received an advance reader copy of this book and chose to provide this review.
October 7, 2019
The Napoleon Affair is an exciting adventure through history in search of a religious relic stolen from Malta by, you guessed it, Napoléon Bonaparte. Sean Wyatt, ex-CIA super-agent, his Ninja trained wife Adriana, and his best friend world-renowned archeologist, Tommy Schultz, are hired by the Vatican to solve the murder of a Cardinal who discovered a document in the Vatican archives that might solve the two-hundred-year-old mystery of where Napoléon hid the relic.
Alas, the heroic trio isn’t the only one searching for the powerful icon. A rebel spinoff of The Knights Hospitaller has been searching for the relic for two-hundred years and believe the sacred talisman holds the secret to infinite power.
The stage is set, get ready for an enjoyable read.
Alas, the heroic trio isn’t the only one searching for the powerful icon. A rebel spinoff of The Knights Hospitaller has been searching for the relic for two-hundred years and believe the sacred talisman holds the secret to infinite power.
The stage is set, get ready for an enjoyable read.
February 3, 2020
Hard to put down!
I really enjoyed this book! It kept me up till the wee hours and only put it down because my eyes were tired! I find historical fiction to be exciting and full of adventure! I loved the stuff that the author added at the end of the book! He did a great job of weaving fact and fiction so the reader could not tell where he took some "creative liberties"! I highly recommend this book!
I really enjoyed this book! It kept me up till the wee hours and only put it down because my eyes were tired! I find historical fiction to be exciting and full of adventure! I loved the stuff that the author added at the end of the book! He did a great job of weaving fact and fiction so the reader could not tell where he took some "creative liberties"! I highly recommend this book!
September 2, 2019
The Napoléon Affair
This was one of my favorites in the series. Possibly because it took place, mostly, in Paris or, perhaps because Napoléon has always been one of my interests. Regardless, this was another good entry in the series. The characters are well established and fleshed out by now. I like the way that Sean and Adriana work together. The action was throughout the story but never got in the way of the story developing. Although I did guess who the bad guy was early on. The only negative is the recipes being added. I am trying to loose weight, Mr. Dempsey, you aren’t helping. Highly recommended.
This was one of my favorites in the series. Possibly because it took place, mostly, in Paris or, perhaps because Napoléon has always been one of my interests. Regardless, this was another good entry in the series. The characters are well established and fleshed out by now. I like the way that Sean and Adriana work together. The action was throughout the story but never got in the way of the story developing. Although I did guess who the bad guy was early on. The only negative is the recipes being added. I am trying to loose weight, Mr. Dempsey, you aren’t helping. Highly recommended.
September 6, 2019
Sean Wyatt reaches new heights!
I am an advanced reader which requires an honest review. Ernest has broken the mold with this tale which includes Wyatt's mysterious wife and his best friend,Tommy. There is plenty of action and adventure. There are evil modern knights and the usual villain leader. Sean & company manage to save the day. My one criticism is that the women he portrays are strong physically but their dialogue is weak and panders to the men. They must be more than one dimensional women who love shopping.
I am an advanced reader which requires an honest review. Ernest has broken the mold with this tale which includes Wyatt's mysterious wife and his best friend,Tommy. There is plenty of action and adventure. There are evil modern knights and the usual villain leader. Sean & company manage to save the day. My one criticism is that the women he portrays are strong physically but their dialogue is weak and panders to the men. They must be more than one dimensional women who love shopping.
September 10, 2019
The Napoleon Affair (Sean Wyatt #18) by Ernest Dempsey is a terrific action/adventure thriller. Hard to believe that I've gotten to know Sean and Tommy through 18 adventures. Looking forward to the next with these old friends! Always a relic or archeological site to find and protect. Though these stories are fictional, I always learn a great deal about history. Dempsey always follows his stories with information about what is factual so we are able to winnow out what's real. Totally entertaining as ever.
September 28, 2019
Imaginative tale built around Napoleonic speculation
Liked the story, felt the characters were pretty consistent and believable, and enjoyed visiting the various communities to gather clues. Found the basic premise interesting enough to want to learn more about what drove Napoleon to do what he did. Sadly, I found some parts of the narrative to be awkward, almost self-conscious, and wished for a blue pencil in my hand. Nonetheless, I am now a fan and will definitely read more by this author.
Liked the story, felt the characters were pretty consistent and believable, and enjoyed visiting the various communities to gather clues. Found the basic premise interesting enough to want to learn more about what drove Napoleon to do what he did. Sadly, I found some parts of the narrative to be awkward, almost self-conscious, and wished for a blue pencil in my hand. Nonetheless, I am now a fan and will definitely read more by this author.
September 27, 2019
Sean Wyatt and his crew try to recover an artifact that could spell disaster for the Vatican and the Roman Catholic Church if it gets into the wrong hands. Napoleon once possessed it, but where did he hide it? The search grid extends from Rome to Egypt to the Swiss Alps to southern tip of Africa to graveyards in France as the team tries to decipher the cryptic clues. Throw in some double dealing, and some unexpected assistance, and you end up with a pretty good story.
September 15, 2019
Awesome! I originally purchased Ernest Dempsey's first Sean Wyatt adventure novel The Secret of the Stones in February 2019 but just didn't connect with the story. It was a bit too 'Indiana Jones-style' for me and not believable. This story, The Napoleon Affair - grabbed me. I loved the plot, the setting, and really enjoyed the characters. Cheers Lynda L. Lock (Isla Mujeres Mystery series).
September 16, 2019
Action packed
This has to be the best ever Sean Wyatt book! Full of action, historical relevance, and characters I have come to love I enjoyed learning as well as becoming involved in the story. The sights, sounds and smells echo throughout the book. I loved it and could barely put it down once I started reading! Thanks Ernie for a great book! Please keep them coming!!
This has to be the best ever Sean Wyatt book! Full of action, historical relevance, and characters I have come to love I enjoyed learning as well as becoming involved in the story. The sights, sounds and smells echo throughout the book. I loved it and could barely put it down once I started reading! Thanks Ernie for a great book! Please keep them coming!!
October 12, 2019
Sean, Tommy and Adrianna on another quest
Ernest Dempsey doesn’t disappoint with this adventure looking for the ring of John the Baptist. Loved how the burning of the Cathedral of Norte Dame combined fact with fiction. Thoroughly enjoyed this adventure and look forward to the next!
Ernest Dempsey doesn’t disappoint with this adventure looking for the ring of John the Baptist. Loved how the burning of the Cathedral of Norte Dame combined fact with fiction. Thoroughly enjoyed this adventure and look forward to the next!
December 14, 2019
This is too good a novel. This is my first read of the author. pace is maintained through out the book but never lost in events. Author did not try to give unwanted and unnecessary lectures on history and archaeology. He knitted the knots very well in simple language which makes this a love reading.
January 20, 2020
Middle of the road rating for a middling story. Found the dialogue lacking and the story itself to not be well researched. Wyatt doesn't read like the "badass" he is made out to be and the other characters in the plot are really quite ordinary. A quick read so you don't get bogged down and a filler for when you have nothing else.
August 17, 2019
Amazing, as usual!!! Things were really convoluted in this Sean Wyatt thriller, so that it is difficult to put the book down! I really enjoyed Adrienne being with Tommy and Sean the entire time! The Sean Wyatt books are definite thrillers and yet also believable!
September 4, 2019
Interesting story and a free history lesson
Ernest has created a wonderful set if characters who always seem to encounter challenging situations. This lively take is full of suspense and irony. Enjoyed this story, but now have to wait for the next one!
Ernest has created a wonderful set if characters who always seem to encounter challenging situations. This lively take is full of suspense and irony. Enjoyed this story, but now have to wait for the next one!
September 19, 2019
My first five star review.
There is less action in this book than his others. I became more engrossed in this book. I felt like I was there with the characters joining in their adventures. That is a sign of an excellent story teller.
There is less action in this book than his others. I became more engrossed in this book. I felt like I was there with the characters joining in their adventures. That is a sign of an excellent story teller.
October 17, 2019
Historically based adventure.
Ernest Dempsey is one of my favorite authors. I love all the historical aspects of his stories. He has a fascinating group of heroes. The book is fast paced. You will not be disappointed.
Ernest Dempsey is one of my favorite authors. I love all the historical aspects of his stories. He has a fascinating group of heroes. The book is fast paced. You will not be disappointed.
January 10, 2020
Great book
Enjoyed the historical references and the story line. Couldn't put it down.the charActer were good and thoroughly enjoyed the plot. Just started readi g your books and loved them all.
Enjoyed the historical references and the story line. Couldn't put it down.the charActer were good and thoroughly enjoyed the plot. Just started readi g your books and loved them all.
December 24, 2019
This was a good mystery that kept me reading to the end. The title got my interest at first as I didn’t know much about Napoleon. I will look for more work from the author.
September 16, 2020
I tried Ernest Dempsey with The Templar Curse. While that book was strictly okay, I thought to give another book a try and hence, picked, The Napoleon Affair. I'm not sure if I find it better or worse than the earlier book. The author follows a template, and it is accepted by his characters as well. The protagonists will come across some puzzle which would take them through several clues to the final step where they would find a relic which if goes to the bad guy's hands, lead to devastating consequences. While I have no problem with this recurring theme, I don't like the climax and pay-offs which is consistent in both books. The central problem of the story, the dangerous relic for which the protagonists are risking their lives, doesn't get much attention in the end. Be it the Ark of Covenant in The Templar Curse or Saint Bishop's ring in The Napoleon Affair. I like Sean and Tommy's banters and how theh turn a grim situation comic. Another problem is the shifting point of view. Normally the pov shifts after a chapter or a section at the least, but here the pov changes with paragraph which makes things very confusing. I'll try another book from this author but not very soon.
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