Book of the Dead: A Matt Kearns Novel 2

Greig Beck

Dec 2014 · Matt Kearns Book 2 · Momentum

About this ebook

From bestselling author Greig Beck, with new book Extinction Plague: A Matt Kearns Novel 4 out soon.

When a massive sinkhole opens up and swallows a retired couple from Iowa it seems like a freak occurrence. But it's not the only one. Similar sinkholes are opening all over the world, even on the sea floor. And they're getting bigger.

People living near the pits are reporting strange phenomena-vibrations, sulfurous odors, and odd sounds in the stygian depths. Then the pets begin to go missing.

When people start disappearing as well, the government is forced to act. Professor Matt Kearns and a team of experts are sent in by the military to explore one of the sinkholes, and they discover far more than they bargained for.

From the war zones of the Syrian Desert to the fabled Library of Alexandria, and then to Hades itself, join Professor Matt Kearns as he attempts to unravel an age-old prophecy. The answers Matt seeks are hidden in the fabled Al Azif-known as the Book of the Dead-and he must find it, even if it kills him. Because time is running out ... not just for Matt Kearns, but for all life on Earth.

Bringing the Cthulhu myth to life, this thriller is perfect for fans of Matthew Reilly, Steve Alten, Myke Cole, Graham Masterton, James Rollins and Michael Crichton.

PRAISE FOR BOOK OF THE DEAD

"With THE BOOK OF THE DEAD, Greig Beck conjures terror and dark magic in a sprawling, apocalyptic nightmare of a novel. Highly recommended!" Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author of V-Wars and Predator One

Ratings and reviews

Most of the time while I am reading a book I have a little star chart in my head that goes up and down as the story proceeds. Sometimes, the chart changes are indicative of the overall story, and others it is because a single part changed my rating. In this case, I was well on my way to a solid four or possibly five star review. The story has excellent elements for the historical/action genre. Good research, unique plot premise, fast paced, good character development, and linear development. Merging the ancient library of Alexandria and H.P. Lovecraft's Cthulhu mythology makes for some excellent story elements. Even though this is the second Matt Kearns book, I didn't feel left out by not reading the first one. The little bit of previous story knowledge necessary was supplied succinctly. Everything came to a crashing halt when it came time to end the story. And I mean abruptly. For all the intimate description of the happenings and creatures that made this book so exciting, the end lacks that brilliant language.

well researched buddy 👏 next please 🙏

Great book !

About the author

Greig Beck grew up across the road from Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. His early days were spent surfing, sunbaking and reading science fiction on the sand. He then went on to study computer science, immerse himself in the financial software industry and later received an MBA. Today, Greig spends his days writing, but still finds time to surf at his beloved Bondi Beach. He lives in Sydney, with his wife, son and an enormous black German shepherd.