Ancient & Medieval Historical Fiction discussion

Hello,

I am Bernard Grisoni. Thank you for being my friend on Goodreads. I imagine that you have like me a deep love for spiritual mysteries, ancient journeys, and forgotten voices. I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share a little about my latest novel, Sara’s Secrets.

While working on my first novel - set over 5,500 years ago during the Neolithic period - I discovered a striking phenomenon: large-scale alignments between sacred ancient sites such as Stonehenge. These alignments suggest a far more sophisticated understanding of astronomy and geography than what modern archaeology typically acknowledges.

In my second novel, I set out to explore the rise of the Knights Templar and their role in the sudden emergence of Gothic architecture in 12th-century France. To my surprise, I observed a resurgence of monumental religious alignments - echoes of this Neolithic knowledge that had somehow endured. This story also introduces a surprising and ruthless killer at the heart of the plot.

My upcoming novel, Sara’s Secrets, attempts to identify the pivotal moment in the transmission of this ancient wisdom: the quiet overlaying of the Earth Mother, Gaia, with Mary, the mother of Jesus. It’s a historical mystery that blends sacred geography, forgotten traditions, and spiritual inheritance. Sara’s journey illuminates a hidden path through history that opened Western Europe to Christianity.

I’m currently looking for a few early readers interested in receiving an ARC of Sara’s Secrets before its official release on January 5, 2026. If you’re drawn to historical mysteries, ancient wisdom, or spiritual themes, I would love to share an early copy with you for an honest review or rating.

I’m also very interested to talk about early Christian traditions, and sacred geography. So, please feel free to introduce new topics. Thanks for having me in the group—I look forward to connecting!


Warm regards,
Bernard Grisoni

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