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Jack Howard, famed marine archaeologist, stumbles upon a potential key to the final voyage of St. Paul during a dive off Sicily. Joined by his close friend Costas, he follows a trail that leads from the Mediterranean’s depths to the lost library of Pompeii, through the heart of ancient Rome, and to the holiest sites of Jerusalem. Their quest to unveil a buried secret about the origins of Christianity—known as The Last Gospel—draws the attention of ruthless forces determined to keep the truth buried. The story weaves archaeological adventure with suspenseful thrills, following Jack and Costas as they navigate dangerous waters, ancient ruins, and moral dilemmas in their race to bring a long‑concealed gospel to light.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Adventure Fiction/Treasure Hunt
Authors: David J. L. Gibbins
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