Charlie M. (bookaddicted) -
Helpful Score: 8
Like the DaVinci Code? Hate the DaVinci Code? Either way, this book will make you forget the DaVinci Code. A mystery, a thriller, a religious escapade all in one.
Catacombs in Italy contain a secret that has everyone from Interpol to the Vatican to rogue mercenaries on a frantic chase to either retain the secret or make it known throughout the world. How do modern day crucifixions tie into the the most well-known crucifixion? Why are people willing to die or kill to keep this secret or expose it?
A fast paced, action packed book that will have you asking questions and searching for answers along with the characters.
Catacombs in Italy contain a secret that has everyone from Interpol to the Vatican to rogue mercenaries on a frantic chase to either retain the secret or make it known throughout the world. How do modern day crucifixions tie into the the most well-known crucifixion? Why are people willing to die or kill to keep this secret or expose it?
A fast paced, action packed book that will have you asking questions and searching for answers along with the characters.
Helpful Score: 1
While the formula of the book may be similar to Dan Brown's bestseller, Chris Kuzneski comes up with a surprisingly original thriller. He even pays homage to Dan Brown, when the character Nick Dial, looking for help in the crucifixions, asks, "What do you know about the Bible?" The response is, "More than Dan Brown."
This book is a page turner with more action and suspense than you could ever expect.
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This book is a page turner with more action and suspense than you could ever expect.
For more reviews click on my blog at http://www.gilwilson.com
if you liked davinci code you'll like this!!
Kristina E. (tazzcat625) reviewed Sign of the Cross (Payne and Jones, Bk 2) on + 100 more book reviews
If you liked the DaVinci Code you should enjoy this too! I found it very hard to put down!
Loved the book.
Excellent book. A couple of unexpected twist, especially the ending.
Elizabeth B. (Funnylady45) reviewed Sign of the Cross (Payne and Jones, Bk 2) on + 10 more book reviews
Kuzneski writes a very good story. I look for well-developed characters, storylines, plots, settings, etc., and this book has it. His stories keep you interested to the end.
Marci and Duane S. (flame60) reviewed Sign of the Cross (Payne and Jones, Bk 2) on + 200 more book reviews
Excellent . Riveting story. On a par with the Da Vinci code.
An excellent plot intertwined with religious and secular history.
I enjoyed this book enough that I'm looking forward to getting the writer's first book...and keeping an eye out for his next one!
Good mystery, suspenseful. Hard to put down
Tami W. (CharlotteReads) reviewed Sign of the Cross (Payne and Jones, Bk 2) on + 13 more book reviews
Good pacing...Not predictable.
The concept of this book is realy interesting, but I just couldn't get into it. I found the writing, as well as most of the characterizations, to be tedious.
Sign of the Cross is an excellent read! Nonstop action, but also
makes you think!
makes you think!
I give this author credit for the attempt and for his research but he lost me about half-way thru the novel because its plot became too unbelievable. I prefer my fiction to be somewhat feasible but this one failed that requirement. Had I not gotten so far into the novel, with nothing else readily available to read, I would not have finished it. There are too many other books and so little time. Save yours and read something better.
Lynn M. (officerripley) reviewed Sign of the Cross (Payne and Jones, Bk 2) on + 258 more book reviews
Three crucifixions on 3 different continents...The discovery of an ancient conspiracy...A secret that could destroy the faith of billions.
On a Danish shore, a Vatican priest is found--hanging on a cross. Within days, the same crime is repeated...this time in Asia and Africa. Meanwhile, deep in the legendary Catacombs under Orvieto, Italy, an archaeologist unearths a scroll dating back 2,000 years, revealing secrets that could rock the foundations of Christianity. Its discovery makes him the most wanted criminal in all of Europe. But his most dangerous enemies operate outside the law of man...
On a Danish shore, a Vatican priest is found--hanging on a cross. Within days, the same crime is repeated...this time in Asia and Africa. Meanwhile, deep in the legendary Catacombs under Orvieto, Italy, an archaeologist unearths a scroll dating back 2,000 years, revealing secrets that could rock the foundations of Christianity. Its discovery makes him the most wanted criminal in all of Europe. But his most dangerous enemies operate outside the law of man...
Eadie B. (eadieburke) -
This story was fast-paced, full of action, mystery, history and a fun entertaining read. Payne and Jones are great characters and add a great deal to the story. Looking forward to my next adventure with these two wonderful characters.
Nina W. (purplewitch) - , reviewed Sign of the Cross (Payne and Jones, Bk 2) on + 22 more book reviews
I removed this book from my bookshelf and threw my copy away. The main point of the book besides being an action/suspense book was to discredit the validity of the Bible and Jesus Christ as the risen Son of God. I personally believe that Jesus in the Son Of God and risen from the dead therefore I can't in good conscience pass this book on to other readers who may not be able to read this as "fiction".
