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The Riddle of Solomon by D.J. Niko & Giveaway (International)

July 10, 2013 by Darlene

The Riddle of Solomon

The Riddle of Solomon by D.J. Niko is a fast paced, page-turning adventure! I really enjoyed this book and while it is the second in the Sarah Weston Chronicles you most definitely don’t have to read the first one to follow along in this one. I already picked up the first one though and am anxious to read it. The Riddle of Solomon is full of historical and biblical references while giving us a story so full of suspense that you can’t bear to put the book down. It is most definitely one thrill of a ride that captures your attention from the first page right through to the last one!

Sarah Weston is a Cambridge archaeologist who is completely and utterly devoted to her career. She and her partner anthropologist Daniel Madigan are working on the excavation of a dig in the Saudi Arabian desert. They uncover an ancient scroll that is written as a riddle. While attempting to decipher it they quickly realize that they are not the only ones who want this scroll. Their camp is befallen with all kinds of mishaps until finally the scroll is stolen. As this scroll gives them cause to believe that the lost treasure of Solomon is not a myth they are anxious to have it back in their hands.

This is where the real adventure begins. Both Sarah and Daniel set off and follow the clues written in the ancient scroll, sometimes together and sometimes apart. All of this would seem simple enough but no it isn’t because they both manage to get themselves into life threatening situations numerous times. The reason for this is that the person who is also after this scroll is a psychopathic nutcase and he will stop at nothing, including murder, to get what he wants.

I can’t say anymore on the plot because this is one of those books that if you say one thing too many you’ll give the story away. Suffice it to say that the adventure the two go on to is a heart pounding one indeed! Sarah is a great character being fiercely independent, smart, and without a care to her well being when she’s determined to uncover something ancient and exciting. As well as finding myself fully immersed in all the twists and turns this novel had to offer it also has a sweet little side romance that fits into the story perfectly. If you’re someone who likes Raiders of the Lost Ark or The Da Vinci Code then I think this would make a good pick for your summer reading!

The Riddle of Solomon by D.J. Niko is touring with Historical Fiction Virtual Book Tours so be sure to check out the other tour stops as well for more reviews, interviews, and giveaways.  You can find D.J. Niko on her website as well as Twitter and Goodreads.  Your own copy of The Riddle of Solomon can be purchased at Amazon or Amazon Canada.

 

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GIVEAWAY DETAILS (Open Internationally)

I have one paperback copy of The Riddle of Solomon by D.J. Niko to share with my readers.  To enter…

  • For 1 entry leave me a comment entering the giveaway.
  • Tweet, share on Facebook or blog for 2 extra entries.

This giveaway is open internationally!  I will draw for the winner on July 24/13.  Good luck!

 

Source:  Review copy provided by Historical Fiction Virtual Book Tours and the Publisher.  No compensation was received and all opinions are my own.

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  1. Mystica says

    July 10, 2013 at 6:02 am

    Please count me in for this one. Thank you for making it open to all. Much appreciated.

  2. Tiffany says

    July 10, 2013 at 6:41 am

    Sounds like a great book – as a lover of Indiana Jones, I can’t wait to read this!

    Thanks for the giveaway!

  3. ellie says

    July 10, 2013 at 6:52 am

    What a wonderful feature and great review. Thanks for this giveaway.

  4. pearl says

    July 10, 2013 at 7:42 am

    This book sounds memorable and very intriguing. Many thanks.

  5. diane says

    July 10, 2013 at 9:42 am

    Interesting and thanks for the review which captivated my interest.

  6. Sandra Furlotte says

    July 10, 2013 at 10:09 am

    I love tales of historical adventure.

  7. Diane Castiglione says

    July 10, 2013 at 10:21 am

    I love historical adventure and some Bible history included in it. I would love to read this.

    I have tweeted it and posted it to Facebook.
    Thank you for a chance to win.

  8. Charlotte Wills says

    July 10, 2013 at 10:52 am

    Sounds like a good book.

  9. Judie McDonald says

    July 10, 2013 at 11:18 am

    Nothing like an exciting archeology thriller!

  10. Margie says

    July 10, 2013 at 11:29 am

    This looks like an exciting book…one that I think I would really like. Thanks for the giveaway.

  11. KATHLEEN BIANCHI says

    July 10, 2013 at 12:37 pm

    Historical and Biblical is definately something I want to read.
    I tweeted.The Riddle of Solomon by D.J. Niko & Giveaway (International)

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  12. jennygirl says

    July 10, 2013 at 1:30 pm

    I also loved this book too!

  13. Nancy says

    July 10, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    Love the sounds of this one, thanks.

  14. Terry Martini says

    July 10, 2013 at 3:35 pm

    Sounds like a great adventure. I am looking into finding a copy of the first of the series to read also.

  15. Laura Fabiani says

    July 10, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    Just reading your review told me I would probably love reading this book. Thanks for the chance to win!
    laurafabiani at videotron dot ca

  16. Lisa Garrett says

    July 10, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    I love fast paced page turning novels!

  17. Lisa Garrett says

    July 10, 2013 at 5:46 pm

    Tweeted: https://mobile.twitter.com/lag32583/status/355110580106952706

  18. JJT says

    July 10, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    Thank you for the giveeaway. I tweeted https://twitter.com/readsalways/status/355118129166299136

  19. Heather S says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:46 am

    Thanks for the review! Please count me in! Cheers!

  20. Heather S says

    July 11, 2013 at 7:47 am

    Tweet!
    https://twitter.com/KaizenFashion/status/355322107497951232

  21. andie says

    July 11, 2013 at 2:02 pm

    Thanks for the opportunity – love entering.

  22. Nancy Luebke says

    July 11, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    Sounds like fun. Thanks for the giveaway.

  23. Mary Preston says

    July 11, 2013 at 8:46 pm

    THE RIDDLE OF SOLOMON looks fabulous. I will read the first book before this though.

  24. Anita Yancey says

    July 15, 2013 at 6:05 am

    Sounds like a very exciting book. I love the history and suspense in it. Please enter me. Thanks!

  25. Anita Yancey says

    July 15, 2013 at 6:07 am

    Shared on Facebook as Anita Yancey.

  26. Patricia N says

    July 15, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    Great review! I’d love to read this. Thanks for the giveaway

  27. Patricia N says

    July 15, 2013 at 5:32 pm

    Tweet
    https://twitter.com/pmernick1/status/356919071679320064

  28. CassandraG says

    July 18, 2013 at 12:40 pm

    Looks really good.
    tweeted:
    https://twitter.com/divavixenqueen/status/357932590558228482

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