MY REVIEW

This book starts with some Russian history and a treasure hunt. That alone intrigued me. It was a split story line. The historical one was interesting, and the present day one was fast paced. If a deep storyline isn’t for you the treasure hunt may keep you engaged. I enjoy history so the historical Russian history was fascinating. 

The biggest problem the story had was the language and the lack of any faith theme. I expect a faith them from this Christian publisher, yet there was none. At one time, I would have been shocked at language in a book like this. Unfortunately, it isn’t as rare as it use to be. I did read a quote for the author that the book wasn’t a Christian one…which made me wonder why it was published by Revell.

If you are not bothered by the above, then you may find this read interesting and fitting for you. I honestly cannot think of an author I read to compare her writing style. Many reviewers do that, but I’m unable to come up with one for this particular book. Perhaps because it is the only one I’ve read by this author. I thought the storyline was well done as was the twist and turns in the book…especially a huge twist close to the end of the story. I didn’t connect with any of the characters, but this book was far more about story than people.

If the language or lack of faith theme doesn’t bother you, and you enjoy a fast paced mystery then this book might be for you. It just was not my type of read. There are plenty other reviewers who disagree.

I received this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.