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Chargement... The Spirit Bannerpar Alex Archer
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Genghis Khan carved out a legacy of bloodshed and conquered kingdoms that has lasted almost eight hundred years. But while his name and deeds live on in the annals of history, his tomb has never been located-- until now. Not everyone is convinced that the diary and the map, said to lead to the great warrior's final resting place, are authentic. Archaeologist Annja Creed is among these doubters. Despite her skepticism, she finds herself pulled along an increasingly complex trail of clues that may lead to the tomb. Aucune description trouvée dans une bibliothèque |
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The story takes Annya, archaeologist, host of Chasing History's Monsters, and holder of Joan of Arc's broadsword from Mexico, where she is once again fighting off evil men who are looking for trouble. Then onto Mongolia where Annya has never been before now. Annya is still somewhat of an unbeliever when it comes to legends like Genghis Khan. She has to see it with her own eyes, or it doesn't exist, or it's fake.
If you are asking about Garin and Roux, no, they are not included in this story line except when Annja is in deep kimchee and it appears she is going to die. (note: she is ALWAYS in trouble. It's what makes this series fun to read.)
This story actually captures the essence of Genghis Khan from his birth in 1162, to his death in 1227 to the fact that the Khan legacy lasted 800 years, longer than anyone, including Alexander the Great. His empire extended from China to the Black Sea. From the Arctic Circle to the tip of India.
Spirit Banner, the books title, refers to a Mongol warrior’s greatest possession; a spear made with the stands of horse hair wrapped around it. It is said that Khans was black. Khan's real name was Temüjin. I won't go all history lessons on you, so, if you are interesting in reading more ---- The Secret History of the Mongols is a good place to start.
Anyway, there is of course the megalomaniac named Trevor Ransom, and his psycho sidekick Santiago who are out to stifle Davenport and put an end to his interference. Ransom and Davenport were once partners before breaking up badly due to Ransom’s underhandness. Annya finds herself liking Davenport’s chief of security Mason Jones, who was also once a member of the British Special Forces. Funny thing about anyone who happens to have feelings for Annya; they don't make it to the end of the book.
I can actually say that I didn’t have any trouble with this story, or the way the author used actual history to weave with science fiction and fantasy. My only request would be that someone puts a list of who is actually writing this book, so that I can look into their other works.
Next book in series: 23. Sacred Ground (03/16/2010) ( )