The Copper Scroll

The Last Jihad, Book 4

By: Joel C. Rosenberg

Narrated by: Jeff Woodman

On June 1, 1956, the New York Times broke a story that captured the imagination of the world. Another Dead Sea Scroll had been found, unlike any before it, describing unimaginable treasures worth untold billions buried in the hills east of Jerusalem and under the Holy City itself.

In the years that followed, scholars came to believe that the copper scroll could be history's greatest treasure map, one that could not only lead to the treasures but pave the way to the building of the Third Jewish Temple.

But the scroll's code has never been broken, and experts from all sides warn that any effort by Israel to rebuild their Temple in Jerusalem would unleash a war of biblical proportions.

Now, exactly 50 years after the Copper Scroll was unveiled, New York Times best-selling author Joel C. Rosenberg takes you on his most exciting and heart-pounding ride yet.

Saddam Hussein is gone. Yasser Arafat is dead. A New Iraq is rising. Now White House advisors Jon Bennett and Erin McCoy find themselves facing a terrifying new threat triggered by an ancient mystery.

Listen to more in the Political Thrillers Series.©2006 Joel C. Rosenberg (P)2006 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Jeff Woodman narrates this action-packed adventure with nuances in tone and accent to differentiate among multiple Middle Eastern characters and [the] American researchers....This engaging production will keep your attention from beginning to end." ( AudioFile)

Another stupendous novel!!!

This might be the best of all in this series. It is full of adventure and suspense with rich historical and political facts will provide a wealth of education beyond all expectation. The awesome reference to faith in a sovereign God and a consistent gospel message woven all throughout this and every Rosenberg novel are what put his over the top.

Excellent reader of a great story

The reader was outstanding! The scripture used and the elements of salvation were truly well presented for anyone who would benefit hearing. The story, as always with this author presented realistic situations.

Exciting treasure hunt!

This is a great story, a cross between Indiana Jones and James Bond. Political intrigue, Biblical prophecy, the search for the Temple Treasures. This book moves very fast, with many surprises. I started here and really enjoyed it, but would recommend you start earlier in the series, with the Last Jihad, the Last Days, or the Ezekiel Option. The characters build through the series and there will be some things you won't understand right away.

The narrator is not the same as on the first three

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Good plot as usual.

How could the performance have been better?

Go back to less voice-over, too much "drama' where it's not needed.

The story is written well, and no boring areas

If you happen to enjoy historical fiction, read this book. I think you will enjoy it.