The Deceipt

The Deceipt

Tom Knox

Overview

This high-concept adventure thriller unfolds across Egypt and Cornwall, exploring the link between a lost hoard of ancient religious texts and a resurgence of satanic rituals. When a renowned historian is found dead in the Sahara, his former student Ryan Harper is driven to uncover the truth behind the historian's rumored discovery of a priceless, centuries-old religious text. Meanwhile, disturbing rituals with apparent Egyptian connections are occurring on Cornwall's moors, drawing DI Karen Trevithick into a perilous mystery. Aided by filmmaker Helen Fassbinder, Ryan races against time to decipher the ancient text, pursued by those who seek to exploit its secrets for devastating ends, inching closer to an unspeakable truth that will expose the world's most shocking deceit.

Who it's for

• Fans of adventure thrillers with historical and religious mystery elements.
• Readers who enjoy stories set in exotic locations like Egypt and atmospheric settings like Cornwall.
• Those who appreciate fast-paced mysteries with global stakes.

Key features

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins UK
• ISBN: 9780007459209