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  • God's Lions: Rise of the Beast

  • House of Acerbi
  • By: John Lyman
  • Narrated by: David Colacci
  • Length: 16 hrs and 23 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (333 ratings)

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God's Lions: Rise of the Beast

By: John Lyman
Narrated by: David Colacci
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Returning to Rome from a forced sabbatical, a newly appointed Jesuit cardinal discovers a dark force that has ruled a single family for over 700 years has been unleashed against the world. With the clock ticking, he joins with a dedicated group of Israeli and Spanish scientists who are thrust into an endgame scenario as they race across the globe in an effort to stop the greatest threat mankind has ever faced, only to discover that they may already be too late.

Once again, the meticulous research that has become the hallmark of author John Lyman's work is evident in this bone-chilling sequel to his best-selling novel God's Lions: The Secret Chapel, as listeners are transported into the cloistered world of archaeologists, code breakers, molecular biologists, and intelligence specialists who have discovered a hidden code within the pages of the Old Testament. Put on a pot of coffee. This must-listen thriller will bring out your creative side when you try to explain to your boss why you are late for work the next morning.

©2011 John Brooks Lyman (P)2017 Tantor

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All around good

I really enjoyed it. Good story and well read. Definitely listen to part one before starting this book.

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FANTASTIC

As I progress through the series, I love each book more! I'm not a practicing Catholic anymore. But these books, bring back memories of my youth! It's not so much about religion, but humanity! Love, love the mystery and the supernatural aspect to faith in general. Looking forward to the 3rd one.

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enough with the superlatives!

everything and everyone can't be "the best"
from the people to the wine, it gets tiring.

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Great story!

Loved this sequel and am looking forward to listening to the next book! I liked the pace, international locations and all of the characters

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Great storytelling

Great narration and lovely images painted throughout. Very good writing and believable characters with equally brilliant dialogue.

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Problems with audio

I really enjoyed this book but the audio interrupted numerous times and I missed some dialogue and had to guess what happened.

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Wonderful!

A great storyline, engaging characters and wonderful narration. Well worth the read and credit, you won't be disappointed.

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great 2nd book

slow start, a must to have listened to the first book to help discover and get into this book.

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Great listen!

Enjoyed this book alot...
Especially with what is going on with the virus that has us stay safe.

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Fantastic Second Installment

I look forward to the next book and the continuation of the story. The narration was on point and the story continues to evolve.

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