The timeless battle between savage and sacred A Jesuit priest unearths a tattered poetic manuscript from the nineteenth century. Against universal scorn, he makes the outrageous claim that it contains a series of word puzzles pointing to the whereabouts of the Cuxham Chalice, a priceless relic of England's medieval past.He suddenly disappears amidst a city in nightmarish turmoil over a series of brutal slayings, and two concerned friends are determined to find him. Pulled from a failed life in Colorado back to his old Oxford college, Myles Dunn joins forces with Eva Bashir—single mother, secularized Muslim and university librarian—to unlock the manuscript’s secrets.Battling police resistance, a shadowy Vatican agent and their own personal demons, Myles and Eva must decode the cryptic verse before the killer strikes again. Their friend’s life is not the only thing at stake. If they fail, the result will be upheaval and terror on a national and global scale.First conceived in the midnight gloom of an Oxford college refectory, Dark Sonnet embodies the creative and intellectual synergy of two writers dedicated to the art of spinning a good yarn. McCarthy and Dohar weave elements of history, theology and literature into a story that both entertains and elevates.The result? A formidable narrative in which first impressions deceive: neither the murders nor the manuscript nor the Vatican agent are what they appear to be. An uncozy murder mystery set amid the lengthening shadows of Oxford’s “dreaming spires.” A treasure hunt animated by the search for redemption and justice. A Victorian poetic icon, the wordsmith Gerard Manley Hopkins, desperately reaching from beyond the grave to lend clues.Dark Sonnet is a novel that makes the reader think: About what is true and what is subterfuge. About bigotry and tolerance. About guilt and atonement. About finding light and hope amidst darkness and despair. And about what it means to be human.Dark Sonnet is for any reader who likes:Labyrinthine mysteries that hinge on religious themesThe challenge of solving embedded codes and puzzlesSmart, multi-faceted layers of history, literature and word-craftStories that are relevant and timelyA perplexing thriller that unnerves and inspires
Details e-book Dark Sonnet
🗸 Author(s): Tom McCarthy,Bill Dohar
🗸 Title: Dark Sonnet
🗸 Rating : 5 from 5 stars (42 reviews)
🗸 ISBN-10: B0B4GBPK62
🗸 ISBN-13: 978B0B4GBPK60
🗸 Languange: English
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Readers' opinions about Dark Sonnet by Tom McCarthy,Bill Dohar
Taraji Buchanan
This gripping thriller takes readers on a rollercoaster ride through the dark alleys of a crime-ridden city, where the protagonists must unravel a complex web of deceit to solve a murder. The plot twists are relentless, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the final revelation. With its well-developed characters and gritty atmosphere, this book is a must-read for fans of the genre.
Sharrie Day
Delve into the pages of this engrossing historical fiction novel, where the past comes alive in vivid detail. Set against the backdrop of a bygone era, the story follows the lives of ordinary people caught up in extraordinary events. With its richly drawn characters and immersive storytelling, this book offers a glimpse into a world long gone but not forgotten.
Blysse Bond
This gripping true crime narrative offers a chilling glimpse into the minds of some of history's most notorious criminals. From cold-blooded killers to master con artists, each chapter delves into the twisted motives and methods of these infamous individuals. With its riveting storytelling and meticulous research, this book is a must-read for armchair detectives and true crime enthusiasts alike.
