The Cosmic Key: Convergence

Daniel Whitlock #2

by Patrick Donohue

***SEQUEL TO THE #1 AMAZON BESTSELLER***

The secrets of Atlantis, unearthed at last.

A clandestine war between shadowy forces.

The fate of humanity...hangs in the balance.


Six months after the harrowing events at Idaho National Laboratory, renowned researcher of ancient civilizations Daniel Whitlock is hiding out in the remote wilderness of Camp Denali, Alaska. Struggling with the moral responsibility of the Cosmic Key, Whitlock is soon thrust back into a world of danger and intrigue.

With FBI agent Nathan McKinney becoming disillusioned by corruption within his ranks, and Sarah Neville facing her own trials while separated from Whitlock, the team must reunite to confront a new unseen enemies vying for the Cosmic Key’s unimaginable power—in a mind-bending war for control of the future.

As the stakes rise, Whitlock and his allies must navigate a treacherous path filled with deception, betrayal, and unthinkable adversaries. With secret societies clashing and hidden truths emerging, the race is on to uncover the knowledge of the Cosmic Key and reveal it to the world—or risk losing it forever.

From the depths of classified military bases to the mystical slopes of Mount Shasta, Convergence is a roller-coaster thriller that blends meticulous research with heart-pounding suspense. Patrick Donohue delivers an electrifying sequel that not only matches the intensity of The Cosmic Key, but propels the saga to breathtaking new heights.

347 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 17, 2024

About the author

Author | Mythmaker | Visionary Storyteller

Patrick Donohue crafts thrillers that explore the hidden forces shaping our world. From ancient mysteries and secret histories to corporate conspiracies and the boundaries of consciousness, his work invites readers to journey beyond the familiar and confront deeper questions about existence and power.

He is the author of acclaimed thrillers including The Cosmic Key—a breakout bestseller selected for Amazon’s Prime Readership program—and its gripping sequel, Convergence. His latest novel, Fire Sale, blends legal suspense with speculative science, examining how technology and power collide in ways that affect us all.

Patrick continues to build his body of work while seeking aligned collaborators in publishing, film, and media who share his vision for intelligent, resonant storytelling that transcends genres and inspires curiosity on a global scale.

Reviews

[Jake Murdock · Rating 3 out of 5]

I give this three stars. Honestly, the first in the series was so good because it had mystery and intrigue. I loved the fact that you didn’t have all the answers and what you did know made you wonder. In part two you are given almost all of the answers and to be frank, even in this fiction plot, it was unbelievable and far fetched for a story line. It felt like you were waiting on this crazy moment to find everything out but when it finally came I was saying, “yeah right” at almost every turn. That being said, the writing style is fast paced and gripping and for that I give it three stars.

[Ben · Rating 3 out of 5]

The only reason I gave this continuation of the story 3 stars was because I found the ending to be excellent. Outside of that, this was a very underwhelming sequel to the fantastic The Cosmic Key.

First and foremost, it was way too predictable; the 'twists' pretty mundane and obvious. Secondly, it lacked that adventerous excitement the first book offered in abundance. I understand this was a continuation of the original story, but still, there was virtually zero exciting parts of this story safe for a few moments and its ending. Thirdly, Sarah whined way too much in this sequel as opposed to her composed and assertive self in the first book.

Agent McKinney is a great character and I thoroughly enjoyed all his chapters. Whitlock's chapters were pretty much all the same. Sarah's chapters had her whining 90% of the time, and Bill Davenport was just an utter bore to read. That said, the position of the Invisible Custodian, as well as exactly who (or what) the Count of Saint Germain is, are topics I hope are expanded upon further in the next Daniel Whitlock book.

[Steve Deutsch · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved the first book in this series. It was tense, exciting, and contained a conspiracy that I was very intrigued in believing.

This second book is a direct continuation of that story. The characters are there, the conspiracy is slightly there, but the thrill is non-existent. These characters don't do anything this entire book, and the climax is very, very underwhelming.

If you love the first book as much as I did, it's worth a read. But don't expect too much more. Keep your expectations low.

I'll definitely read more from Patrick Donohue, but I need more similarities to that first adventure. Make me question history and I'll definitely be on board.

[Robert · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the first book, but I had a little trouble remembering all the important characters and closing events from the two years separating the novels. What was missing at the beginning was a brief / quick synopsis (as some authors do) of what had transpired from the previous novel to set the stage for the new story.

What I did recall about Cosmic Key (book #1) was lots of interesting / possibly speculative “factoids” about various historical figures, locations, and events. This story had some, but not to the degree as the first book. All in all, I found this story to be a good thriller with a few twists thrown in, but not quite as exceptional as the previous novel.

[Jeff Cochrane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cosmic Key: Convergence

Very nice. No sophomore slump with this second book. Plenty of things to think about. Plenty of action. One nice twist that I did see coming. Was glad to see I was right. The book is more than a few conspiracies. Recommended.

[Meg Peavy · Rating 5 out of 5]

an interesting rival to Dan Brown

A very good read-

Introducing intriguing, historical references -
Characters are believable and well developed.

Exciting, provocative!

Another Dan Brown counterpart!

[Dolores Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intriguing

Some of the concepts in this book stretch my imagination. The authors interpretation of certain supposed myths is intriguing to say the least.