Sanctus
Paperback Published on: 06/01/2019; Language: Marathi
Price: £19.99
Publisher information
- Publisher: Mehta Publishing House
- ISBN: 9789353172565
- Number of pages: 526
- Dimensions: 216 x 140 mm
- Languages: Marathi
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Amazing first book
Simon Toyne looks like he is all set to give Dan Brown a run for his money! If you like Dan Brown then there's every chance you are going to love The Sanct... READ MORE
A page turning blockbuster
Sanctus is a fast-paced apocalyptic conspiracy thriller. Comparisons will be made to the De Vinci code – a mutilated body, monks behaving suspiciously, a s... READ MORE
Amazing!
I have seriously fallen in love with this book! I don’t really read many books of this genre either so I wasn’t expecting my reaction to it to be so enthus... READ MORE
'FAB'
Not my usual choice of genre, my original book choice was out of stock, this was recommended by a Waterstones representative to pacify me whilst I await my... READ MORE
Nail biting
I have just finished reading Sanctus and it was a brilliant, brilliant read. It was so exciting and at times my nerves were tingling. The excitment kept up... READ MORE
A Truly Gripping Read.
This read was actually much better than I was expecting after reading some mixed reviews. Part of me feared it wouldn’t live up to the hype yet it certainl... READ MORE
Draws you in...
What is hidden in the oldest citadel in the world, guarded by a secretive sect of monks? That is the question at the heart of this novel and all the action... READ MORE
It's good, but not great.
It’s a good story but I felt it was extremely slow only near the end did the pace pick up and turn into a page turner. Usually I can read a book in a few d... READ MORE
Mainly really good.
This book is fast paced and gripping. It is well told and will keep you turning the pages.
However, there are a number of characters that are superfluous ... READ MORE
Better than I was expecting.
I enjoyed this novel immensely. It is well written and flows easily, the short chapters help in this respect. The action rips along at slightly heady pace ... READ MORE
A gripping read
In the same vein as Dan Brown; this debut title from Toyne was an addictive and fast paced read.
That being said, it did take me a few chapters to get in ... READ MORE
Has the Makings of a Bestseller!
Inevitably reference will be to the similarity of plot and derivation of the “Da Vinci Code”. To an extent Toyne substitutes the “Holy Grail” with the “Sac... READ MORE
Formulaic Thriller with Fantasy Element
It's a thriller. Its plot revolves around a mystical christian cult. It blatantly invites comparison to Dan Brown and the infamous Da Vinci Code.
On the p... READ MORE
Chilling new thriller
Excellent read for fans of Dan Brown, this is a fact paced thriller with a chilling secret at its conclusion.
I found the story line gripping from start t... READ MORE
Captivating and well written
I found the book a bit slow at the beginning, but suddenly I found myself captivated and couldn't put the book down.
This is a book that you won't forget i... READ MORE
Worth every penny!
An amazingly well written book that once you pick up you can't stop reading.
I have recommended it to all friends and family.
Well worth reading- outstanding.
I was enthralled by this trilogy virtually from the first page to the last page.
Unlike some of this type of book, it does not disappoint with the ending.
I absolutely loved it!!!
High paced religious / apocalyptic thriller that will be bestseller. It is kind of Dan Brown style (but hey, I love Dan Brown). The plot is well organized ... READ MORE
Give it a go!
This the first book I have read that lends itself to being a religious conspiracy. I was wary at first, however I was soon hooked and couldn't put it down!... READ MORE
Religious Apocalyptic Thriller
A fast paced thriller in the theme of fact/fiction that is common place after Dan Brown
I liked the snappy, short chapters that kept the 3 strands of the ... READ MORE
Slow start... but what a finish!
As a big fan of thrillers, I was worried about tackling one by an unknown author. The book does start very slowly, although with a lot of mystery, and the ... READ MORE
Brilliant!
I absolutely loved this book. It is well-paced and gripping. Toyne seems to combine the best of a Dan Brown conspiracy while side-stepping the worst.
Set i... READ MORE
This was great!
Wow! What can I say? This book had me spellbound, I thought it was so brilliant and kept me turning the pages. It even had me holding my breath at one poin... READ MORE
I really liked this book
First let me say if you enjoy Dan Brown books you will enjoy this. I enjoyed the book, it kept you interested enough so that you wished to keep reading to ... READ MORE
The very definition of a page-turner
An ancient citadel hides many secrets which the resident religious order would kill to protect. Those who try to find out what is hidden there are in const... READ MORE
What a brilliant book!
My friend passed this book onto me and I have been cursing him for the last three days as I haven't been able to concentrate on anything else! A complete p... READ MORE
Do we have to wait a year for the next one?
When I started this book I was not convinced I would enjoy it. However, it was a fast paced book and I raced through it. Looking forward to the next two bo... READ MORE
great read
This was a great read and a very difficult book to put down as
at the end of each chapter, one was left in the air and wanting more.
The plot was intriguin... READ MORE
Brilliant action packed thriller
Love this first novel by Simon, keeps you on your toes the whole time! The short chapters made it seem easy to read, and even harder to put down.. eagerly ... READ MORE
A great debut.
Being a huge fan of these kinds of book, for me Simon Toyne’s Sanctus delivered. Secretive religious sects, a labyrinthine citadel, counter-theism (my favo... READ MORE
Dan Brown-esque thriller
This book follows in the Dan Brown tradition of thrillers based around religious iconography and on the whole it works.
It is a fast based thriller, althou... READ MORE
fast paced thriller
Set in the fictional Turkish city of Ruin this is a book that slowly gets under your skin. A man is running, but what from, and why does he throw himself t... READ MORE
Brilliant
Every chapter though short urged me to read on. Though somewhat similar to The Davinci Code’s plot it had more purpose and somehow was more believable. Fro... READ MORE
Sanctus
This is the best book I've read in ages. Couldn't put it down. Even found myself cooking with it open on the worktop. My husband's reading it now and he ca... READ MORE
Genius Book
This one grabbed me right from the off. It's very visual, like lots of great thrillers, and moves along like a speeding train. I loved the way I was often ... READ MORE
A Great Disappointment
I was terribly disappointed!
This is a write by numbers,I read Dan Brown so i thought I woul have a go book.THe characters are totally one dimensional with... READ MORE
A Must Read!!
I love this book! I was hooked from the very first page, it was nice to finally read something that wasn't all about vampires! Having read some of Dan Brow... READ MORE
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