Sign in with Facebook
Loading...
The Moses Stone (Chris Bronson #2)
by
James Becker
An ancient code.
A sinister secret.
A deadly chase for the truth...
In Morocco, an English couple discovers a clay tablet covered in ancient writing. One day later, they are dead.
Called to North Africa to investigate, detective Chris Bronson follows a trail of clues that plunge him into a mystery that has gone unsolved since biblical times. For the stone he must find is
...moreebook, 480 pages
Published
March 2nd 2010
by Penguin Group (USA)
(first published July 16th 2009)
Friend Reviews
To see what your friends thought of this book,
please sign up.
This book is not yet featured on Listopia.
Add this book to your favorite list »
Community Reviews
(showing
1-30
of
858)
I'm sure that the 'Moses', linked to the word 'stone', gives you a fair clue as to what this one is about.
Unfortunately, this is another one that begins well enough, but which could have been much better.Becker decides to slip into an already well-worn formula, even though the other one of his I read previously 'The First Apostle', I remember as being really quite good. Makes you wonder if his publisher asked him if he had a 'Me Too' historical/religious artefact thriller lying about and Becker...more
Unfortunately, this is another one that begins well enough, but which could have been much better.Becker decides to slip into an already well-worn formula, even though the other one of his I read previously 'The First Apostle', I remember as being really quite good. Makes you wonder if his publisher asked him if he had a 'Me Too' historical/religious artefact thriller lying about and Becker...more
From the back of the book:
AN ANCIENT CODE
A clay table covered in ancient writing is found by an English couple in Morocco. A day later they are dead, killed in a car crash. But where is the relic they died to protect?
A SINISTER SECRET
Determined to uncover a secret that's endured for two millennia, Chris Bronson followed a trail fo clues that lead him from the hustle of a Moroccan souk to the deserted caves of Qumran; from the sinister echoes of a water-filled tunnel under the city of Jerusalem t...more
AN ANCIENT CODE
A clay table covered in ancient writing is found by an English couple in Morocco. A day later they are dead, killed in a car crash. But where is the relic they died to protect?
A SINISTER SECRET
Determined to uncover a secret that's endured for two millennia, Chris Bronson followed a trail fo clues that lead him from the hustle of a Moroccan souk to the deserted caves of Qumran; from the sinister echoes of a water-filled tunnel under the city of Jerusalem t...more
this is one of the most irritatingly written books I have ever read - the author clearly has greast knowledge of middle east archaeology but should retire from writing novels - interspersed between the childish dialogue of daft US films 'hey, 'wow' 'lets go' you have cardboard one dimensional characters and completely unbelievable baddies. There is more colour and dimension in the Beano. It is a disgrace such writing can be promoted so heavily. The dumbing down of popular literature - notable th...more
A couple is killed after finding a tablet that is a piece of the world's history. When a detective named Chris investigates, he realizes that his job is asking him to bite off a lot more than he can chew. He is forced to delve into the past and try to solve a mystery that pre-dates biblical times. Will he be able to crack the case or will this mystery go unsolved for the rest of time?
This is a thriller through and through! If you like a good mystery with a great plot and likable characters, you...more
This is a thriller through and through! If you like a good mystery with a great plot and likable characters, you...more
Becker is yet another British author who takes biblical texts or relics as the foundation for an excellent thriller/mystery. His books rank right up there with his UK colleagues, Sam Bourne and Tom Knox, as well as his US counterpart Joel C. Rosenberg, though he keeps from inculcating the reader into the power of being a Christian over all else, unlike Rosenberg’s annoying habit. Becker weaves a wonderful story and, for the most part, keeps it 'real', though one must also suspend some belief (as...more
Although technically I am currently reading it, I haven't actually read it for ages, I'm stuck about three quarters of the way in it and I keep getting distracted by other books. It just hasn't got the momentum I would like.
The Moses Stone by James Becker
I have moved house twice since I started this book. There are some things that James Becker does well, especially tension. The parts of the book where Bronson and Angela are running through the steets, followed by armed men are great. I often fo...more
The Moses Stone by James Becker
I have moved house twice since I started this book. There are some things that James Becker does well, especially tension. The parts of the book where Bronson and Angela are running through the steets, followed by armed men are great. I often fo...more
Jul 27, 2011
Michael Johnston
rated it
1 of 5 stars
·
review of another edition
Shelves:
what-a-bust
Ugh. This is one I would not recommend. It doesn't actually take that much to keep me interested. When I'm not reading non-fiction, I just want a distraction. This one, however, didn't even get to that level. Let me just say that it didn't create any real tension and the characters were one-dimensional (in addition to some unrealistic dialogue). It appears to have been set up as a series with the same characters
Another historical treasure hunt story revolving around religious artifacts - this time the stone tablets that Moses gave to the people of Israel at the base of Mount Sinai.
The story is decent and you get some intersting tidbits about some pretty famous religious artifacts. But I don't think I'll remember much of the story a few months from now. There are better books to read than this one...
The story is decent and you get some intersting tidbits about some pretty famous religious artifacts. But I don't think I'll remember much of the story a few months from now. There are better books to read than this one...
Have to say, not my favourite style of thriller but enjoyed it nevertheless. If you like religious conspiracy thrillers you'll love it. It was fast paced & appeared to be well researched. Slightly stretched credulity that the body count went up ever chapter but somehow our hero (an ordinary British policeman) & the love interest (a museum researcher!) were still alive at the end!!
Mr. Becker provides another good book with his characters Bronson and Lewis. Though the relic they were hunting this time was not as gruesome find as the first one there was still enough dead bodies to make this a dark novel that keeps the reader gripped and never putting the book down.
The series in general so far has a great potential.
The series in general so far has a great potential.
Aug 15, 2012
Andronicus Kok
rated it
5 of 5 stars
·
review of another edition
Shelves:
books-ive-read-in-2011
Finished reading James Becker - The Moses Stone. The stone carried by Moses which holds the 10 commandments has been discovered. Suddenly treasure hunters are trying to get their hands on it and linking it to other world treasures. Its up to Chris Bronson to stop them and in so doing uncovers a shocking discovery. :)
This book is among my favourites. It moves you from one city and country to another. From Morroco to the UK to Israel. It is a mixture of history mystery and police action. It contains valuable historical and biblical information that makes you wonder how this world is going to end. In short its great.
I read the second book in this series and fell in love with Chris and Angela, their complicated relationship, and the story of an almost Indiana Jones-like search for Biblical history. So I had to go back and get this one. It was an exciting adventure from beginning to end.
If you enjoyed 'The Davinci Code' you would like this book. It is the second in a series (the first being 'The First Apostle') and there is a third coming out this fall. The story involves a British police detective and his ex-wife who works at the British Museum. They get caught up in a hunt for an important relic and it is non-stop action. Fun to read and would make a great movie.
too much killing for one book. kinds of leave U with the impression that Morocco is not a civilized country, is it an anti arab attitude????I enjowed the first apostle more.
Moracco, city of history, and mystery. A piece of stone dropped in the courtyard, while a man is being chased, looked interesting enough. But leads to murder, and the mystery is just starting. Bronson, detective solving the MYSTERY, becomes entangled in it. Along with his ex-wife, they set out to find out the REAL meaning of the STONE.
Another great Chris Bronson adventure - I do love this genre and thoroughly enjoyed this - it's well written, fast paced with good characterization.
This was a good action/adventure story with a historical twist. I prefer Andy McDermott but this was a good story that kept me interested.
What a disappointment this was. I picked it up hoping to try and new author and was frankly bored with it. It is a take-off of Dan Brown's work but the story is kind of meh for lack of a better term and the whole premise just doesn't work.
I love the way this novel is wrapped around actual historical facts. More realistic than other action novels
Brilliant read. I am now going to read all the other novels by Becker.
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it,
click here.
Not as good as becker's first book but I enjoyed it.
Nov 25, 2011
Jackie
rated it
3 of 5 stars
·
review of another edition
Recommended to Jackie by:
Sian Wadey
Very complicated story but predictable.
Good story some interesting facts woven in to the tale.
It was a good adventure story; however, the ending, though honest (and not the "deus ex machina" of some I have read) was no satisfactory. Explaining what I mean would be a "spoiler." At the same time, it was good enough I do not regret reading it.
Loved The Moses Stone. It reminded me of the Da Vinci Code-a fast paced and a page turner!
A good read, only the 2nd time I have come across these characters but really enjoyed them. Will look for follow on.
loved it
This was a good read. All of the historical references helped the reader to gain knowledge about the importance of the search that is the main story line. Looking forward to his next novel.
| topics | posts | views | last activity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical fictio...: Have you ever wondered if clay tablets are still around that tells you how things were in ancient days? | 1 | 2 | Aug 02, 2012 12:37pm |
James Becker spent over twenty years in the Royal Navy's Fleet Air arm and served during Falklands War . Throughout his career he has been involved in covert operations in many of the world's hotspots; places like Yemen, Northern Ireland and Russia. He is an accomplished combat pistol shot and has an abiding interest in ancient and medieval history.
More about James Becker...
Share This Book
No trivia or quizzes yet. Add some now »
Apr 02, 2012 02:00am