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Charles Brokaw’s thriller follows Dr. Thomas Lourds, a Harvard linguistics professor, as he investigates a rare scroll in Istanbul. The mystery quickly escalates into a high‑stakes chase involving kidnappers, ancient artifacts, and international intrigue. Brokaw’s background in academia and aviation lends the story realism, while the tension of missing persons and reconstruction of historical data drives the plot forward. Although critics note an abundance of characters and a brisk pace, the suspenseful narrative offers a blend of academic investigation and action‑packed adventure.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Suspense/Action Suspense
Authors: Charles Brokaw
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