The Brotherhood of the Tomb

I am just now reading Dan Brown's book. Yes, the plot twists are different, but they share a thread wherein the very core of Christian belief is threatened. Whether Mary Magdalene or James the Just, I happen to believe the implied relationships in these books are credible. Anyhow, I thought this book a great read. And, now I'll see if Brown's as good as they say...

This is the first Easterman book I had ever read. I too read the whole thing in one sitting. His descriptions bring the setting in the story to life and he maintains a dark sometimes tragic mood throughout the story. The story is captivating and combines the elements of a good spy story with a story of lost love and religious/political intrigue. The protagonist, Patrick Canavan, is taken on a journey that revisits his former career in the CIA, resurrects a past personal tragedy, and injects mystery that ties the two together. I wish his books were more available--but this one is definitely worth a search. Easterman has moved up my list of favorite authors. If you enjoy this one, The Judas Testament will satisfy you as well.

Well, this was just brilliant. Sure, the story is dark and at times depressing, but the classic lone struggle against dark forces turns what could have been a pedestrian undertaking in to a gripping and at times qute moving story of love and, ultimately, loss.

This is one of only two books I have read cover to cover without putting down, much to the neglect of family, friends and everything else. Eat a big meal, grab a tall glass of water, get comfortable in your favorite chair with the light just right, and ENJOY!

I'm sorry this book is out-of-print. It is an incredible story combining philsophical truism with international espionage. If you ever see it in a used bookstore -- pick it up. You won't regret it.