By Melvin Hathorn

Description:

A fast paced adventure about globalization, murder, the Vatican, a mysterious operation known as Jericho, ancient manuscripts, and an ancient feud that continues into our times.

Synopsis:

John Michaels is angry. Years of hard work destroyed in an hour. His review committee falsely discredits his doctoral research. Michaels meets Janet Conway, also fired because she challenges a powerful government official.

The two discover their problems are related. They stem from the Directorate, a cabal heavily invested in world globalization. "Why does the Directorate care about his minor historical research, and why do they plot Janet's firing?" he wonders.

Michaels investigates. He uncovers the theft of chemical weapons from a US army base. When the Directorate learns that Michaels and Janet have discovered the theft, they pursue them to England. There, Michaels and Janet make friends with a retired, disillusioned Anglican Bishop, George Lancshire.

The three unveil a conspiracy called Jericho. Jericho will allow the Directorate to realize its centuries-old goal of imposing with the Vatican a theocracy, a modern version of the Holy Roman Empire, over a globalized economy. They also learn of a second group, the Société, that holds ancient manuscripts that can expose the Directorate.

Michaels, falsely accused of murder, is pursued across southern France by Interpol, the Société and the Directorate. He must locate evidence that will prove his story and stop Jericho.

Reader Reactions:

"I received it for Xmas and it is so exciting. I'm telling everyone about it. I plan to buy it for a few friends as well. Sounds like it would make a great movie." -- Patti Burns Evans

"A dramatic political thriller that traces the pervasive influence of a.global elite over the entire course of Western history and culture, (this) work with complex conspiracy theories and historical inconsistencies is truly unique. Credible characters, dramatic action, and a fine blend of both historical fact and futuristic fiction." --- Edit Ink

"I read it, but not before going to bed." --- Anne Hayman

Author's Background: Melvin Hathorn teaches speech, mass media, and political philosophy at Albertus Magnus College. Born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, Mel has piloted planes and traveled through the U.S., Europe, Greece, the former Soviet Union, and Central Asia. He currently lives in Cromwell with his fiancée.

The Castlereagh Connection is published by iUniverse.com, which makes books available for sale through its print on demand publishing website, www.iUniverse.com. The novel is also available through any bookstore, or website such as amazon.com that sells books.

Adventure novel
ISBN: 0-595-12550
Format: Trade paperback
Pages: 276
Price: $13.95
Trim: 6x9

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