Here's what the Readers think about THE GRAIL CONSPIRACY

The genre for our school this quarter is mystery, and I'm not really fond of mysteries, but then I started The Grail Conspiracy on Sat. I was mesmerized and finished it Mon. night. What a fast paced book. I loved how all the clues were woven together. I'm not even going to start The Last Secret until this weekend because I won't do any of the urgent requirements until I finish the book. Mary G.

I just finished reading The Grail Conspiracy and I liked it better than The Da Vinci Code!!!!  Have you ever thought about writing it as a screenplay?

My husband gave me THE GRAIL CONSPIRACY to read and I just wanted to say it was really great, read it in two sittings!!! K.

Loved the book and can't wait to pass it on to a couple of friends. The ending is particularly good. Thanks for a great read. Regards, B.

This novel was fantastic! It was suspenseful, intriguing, and kept me on the edge of my seat. I couldn't put it down. The main character, Cotten Stone, is well developed and easy to relate to. I can't wait to read about her next adventure in "The Last Secret". I'm waiting to hear about the movie deal! Jen S.

What I want to know is when is this going to come out as a movie? It has to be one of the most exciting thrillers I have ever read. I was hooked from the first page on when Cotten Stone (the main character) stumbles onto the dig site with the the Crusader's tomb. The plot (and sub-plots) is tightly woven and the characters fully developed. There are twists and turns and the story roars forward with every word. I could picture every scene and can just imagine what it would be like on the big screen. If this book doesn't get picked up by a motion picture studio, somebody is missing something! And I sure hope there is a sequel. Amazon review.

I got The Grail Conspiracy from Amazon because it was referred from another book. What luck! I loved it. I can hardly wait for the sequel. Thank you for a really good book. I am eager for the next one and for all after that, so I hope you keep them coming. Beverly L.

This book is an enjoyable read. It resembles the Da Vinci Code only superficially -- it does deal with the Holy Grail, but in a completely different manner that Dan Brown's book did.  This book takes the Bible much more seriously, and in some ways resembles the plot of some of the "Left Behind" books with its focus on the Book of Revelation and the anti-Christ. I found the plot to be highly original, but not quite believable. The book is written in a simple, straightforward style that is easy to read. The authors don't waste a lot of time on description, and get right down to moving the plot forward. If you like books with a fast moving storyline, this book should meet your needs.

The Grail Conspiracy  is apparently the first book in a trilogy, with the same central character in all 3 books. I look forward to the next book. Amazon review.

I just finished The Grail Conspiracy and I wanted you to know that I thought it was terrific. I had a hard time putting it down. I am telling anyone who will stand still long enough to hear me what a great book this is and that they need to read it. I belong to a book reading club and I am telling my friends that this is a must read. Maggie G.

Great book - absolutely loved it. Passed it along to my in-laws! Can't wait for the next one. Trish

Thank you so much for sending me a copy of the book (through the AuthorBuzz promotion), I will treasure it, I have finished it and I could not put it down. It was absolutely wonder, looking forward to many more books from Joe and Lynn. Regina R.

This novel was absolutely amazing. It follows in the lines of Dan Brown's novel, but has a different twist so it makes the two novels different. Sholes and Moore are amazing storytellers with a flair for twists that will keep the reader guessing until the very end of the novel! I highly recommend this novel for anyone who loved the Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons! Ashley S.

The Grail Conspiracy follows Cotten Stone, a reporter for the Satellite News Network, as she apparently discovers an artifact that is the actual "Holy Grail." There are machinations going on here--is Cotten a "chosen one," born of fallen angels, whose pre-ordained mission is to stop the Second Coming?

Never mind. At the bottom of the Holy Grail is a glob of bee's wax that is apparently protecting a 2000-year-old sample of Christ's blood. And a scientist wants to get hold of the blood so he can clone Jesus. Behind the scientist is a mysterious group of conspirators whose mission is to raise the cloned Christ in their own image--or the image of the original Fallen Angel, if you will--to bring about a Second Coming.

Anyway. This book is a lot of fun and highly recommended. If you were a fan of Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code," there are definitely some similarities, though "The Grail Conspiracy" approaches both the topic and the thriller genre in different ways. Both deal with The Grail, and with the Knights Templar, but "The Grail Conspiracy" deals with a sort of mystical Big Picture, with good and evil battling over the fate of humanity by using people who fight over the grail as a sort of cosmic tipping point. Cotten Stone is a fully realized character with all-too-human frailties and faults, and the authors handle her problems expertly. She's memorable, and so is the book. Mark T.

Couldn't put it down! I wasn't sure what to expect when I started this book, but soon I found myself unable to put it down. Very descriptive writing that really helped me visualize the characters and story in my head. This would be a great movie. Lots of suspense but the payoff is worthwhile. I found myself wanting more when I finished the book. Looking forward to another hit from these authors! B&N review

I thought I was going to get a Da Vinci Code wannabee, so I wasn't that excited about reading The Grail Conspiracy, but I thought I would give it a try. Wow, was I in for a surprise. Where have these authors been? I started reading the book the evening I bought it. I couldn't put it down and didn't, not until about 2:00 in the morning! I had to read the next page. This story is absolutely new territory, touching on a lot of issues that both intrigued me and made me stop to think--and I'm still thinking. The research involved must have been extensive and exciting itself. What is interesting is the authors let us in on some of the research with little bits of information between chapters. To me, that made it even more believable and added many an AHA! The twists at the end blew me away. Cotten Stone is a new heroine, unlike any other, (I won't spoil it for you and tell you why she is so special. You'll learn that in the prologue) and so real I believe everything that happened. As a matter of fact, I still have that tiny seed in my head--could this really be true? Great, great read. B&N review

This is an incredibly fast paced thriller ride. It takes the Da Vinci Code to a brand new level. The Grail Conspiracy isn't the same story as Dan Brown's at all, but it's the same type of experience, only better. It raises some interesting and controversial issues regarding science, religion, and blind faith. The characters are well-developed and memorable (they stayed on my mind long after finishing the book), and there is no flab in the writing to slow it down. From the first page on, hold on to your seats. And the end was very satisfying. It's definitely a keeper on my shelf. I hope to read more from Sholes and Moore soon. B&N review

I enjoyed reading The Grail Conspiracy, and hated to have it end. It was a great mystery that we could envision really happening. I will recommend The Grail Conspiracy to my customers. Juanita L.

What is the record time for reading a book practically straight through? From the beginning to the end, I was there. The characters were "real" people. The action spellbinding. I love a good mystery, a love story, a twist at the end. This was all that and more!!! Magic J&N

This is not the same story as The Da Vinci Code and doesn't read like it is supposed to be. This book is a fresh story with very memorable characters. The moment I started it, I couldn't put it down. It kept me turning every page as fast as I could read. The research done for this book is apparent but not overdone and it doesn't sound like the writer is trying to show off his research skills. Nor does the main character know everything about everything. This book should be getting more hype. It is sharp, crisp, fiction, thriller writing at its best. S. Grabowski

This truly is an interesting piece of fiction. The character development and plot keep the reader's interest throughout, and the ending brings it all together quite effectively. The only reason for the middle of the road score is that this is but another book capitalizing on the recent market trend Dan Brown seems to have blown wide open with the Da Vinci Code. Don't get me wrong, its not that this book isn't original, its just that one can't turn around without being smothered in religious related conspiracy theory these days. And if you so happen to be a person who reads them all and somehow still lusts for more along such lines, Grail Conspiracy wont disappoint. Kevin P.

Sometimes, especially lately I'm finding myself not reading books to the bitter end. I just seem to know what is coming and writers tend to trail off in their innovation and energy. Not so in this book! All the way through the book and to the END this book is well written fiction! It was great, if you are interested in history, religion, or conspiracy this book will hold you and not let you go to the LAST page! Kevin R.

Having never heard of this author I was not very interested in reading this book at first. However, after reading the synopsis it seemed worth the time as a diversion while on a recent flight. Being an avid reader I was not expecting very much, but I was pleasantly surprised at the level of characterization, plot and overall content. This is a great read and I have recommended it to my friends. I believe that this piece of literature is worth anyone's time and you would be remiss if you don't give this book consideration. Trust me when I say you will have a hard time putting it down. A. Fajardo

I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed reading "The Grail Conspiracy." We got the pre-publication at our library and I read it over the weekend--it was really hard to put down! Louise P.

I just finished your book this weekend. I had put it aside to have an uninterrupted period of time in which to read it so that I could experience it all in the same time period. First of all, I loved it. It was suspenseful, and such an intriguing topic. It was also very readable although the topic was not one that I have familiarized myself with. The heroine is very likable, actually I was afraid that the priest John, for a while, was going to be a bad guy and I would not have liked that.

I noted your reference to Fletcher's book in it and it made me smile. I love finding those little touches of the author in a book when you already know the author. Very cool.  It will be picked up for a movie. Definitely. It is gripping and well thought out. Congratulations.
Jeanne K.

Not being an avid reader I was a little apprehensive of this book by an unknown author. However, a close friend recommended it and I enjoyed immensely. The characters are very well developed and the plot is driven with exciting and unexpected twists. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is interested in this type of novel. Hopefully we will get to read about the further adventures of Cotten Stone. Mark H.

This book is so full of suspense, adventure, modern science, and religious theories that you will not want to put it down. Cotten Stone and John Tyler draw you in so effortlessly it feels as if you are with them on their quest to expose the individuals who are behind the sacrilegious Second Coming of Christ. This book is a must read, you will not be disappointed! JM

Grail Conspiracy is a fast paced story that leads any reader who is intrigued by conspiracy into a web of religious theories and mystery. This books is filled with great detail regarding religion, science and philosophy, but not to a level that overwhelms the reader. It is a captivating story with characters who win your heart. Julie S.

This book takes you for an exciting ride. I could not put the book down. I have not read a book this captivating in a long time!! It is a MUST read! TJ

The Grail Conspiracy was excellent reading during the Hurricane, up until the eye passed and then things got ugly around the house. Then while waiting in a gas line (yes, I was one of the morons who ran low on fuel!), I finished it. I really enjoyed it. I am a fan of that type of fiction anyway, so for me it was a thrill to read. I think it would make a fantastic movie.

I really thought John Tyler was gonna give it up for Cotten. I kept waiting for him to go for it! I think the way it ended gave a lot of credit to the good Catholic priests who really do remain celibate for the Lord! Nicely done, but I am sucker for romance! Linda S.

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