The Expected One
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4.8 • 17 Ratings
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- $13.99
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- $13.99
Publisher Description
A deadly political rivalry that ended in two brutal executions...An intricate love triangle that altered the course of history...A religious revolution that changed the world...
THE TREASURE...
For two thousand years, an undiscovered treasure rested in the rocky wilds of the French Pyrenees. A series of scrolls written in the first century by Mary Magdalene, these startling documents hold the power to redefine the events and characters of the New Testament. Protected by supernatural forces, the priceless cache can only be uncovered by a special seeker, one who has been chosen for the task by divine providence - The Expected One.
THE CHOSEN ONE...
When journalist Maureen Paschal begins the research for a new book, she has no idea that she is stepping into an ancient mystery so complex and dangerous that thousands of people have killed and died for it. As a long buried family scandal comes to light, she can no longer deny her own role in a deadly drama of epic international consequences.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
The standard religious-thriller architecture is evident in McGowan's much-heralded debut, which coincidentally shares similarities with The Da Vinci Code (e.g., murders, Vatican interference, nefarious secret societies), but mostly the characters sit and talk about biblical history and the search for Magdalene-connected treasure. Biblical dreams and visions plague American Maureen Paschal, author of the bestselling HERstory a Defense of History's Most HatedHeroines. When she travels to France's mysterious Languedoc region at the urging of Magdalene scholar Lord Berenger Sinclair, Maureen finds what has eluded centuries of treasure hunters the original Magdalene scrolls that detail her love affair with Jesus, their marriage and the crucifixion. Though the author makes no effort to render these gospel excerpts in period prose, they're the most compelling part of a novel otherwise freighted with romance-fiction stylings and unadorned facts numbingly narrated. Originally self-published, this first of a trilogy has already sold foreign rights in 22 countries. 350,000 printing; 15-city author tour.
Customer Reviews
Spiritually inspiring
I hope we can all live with love for one another and peace on earth
Courage & Love in Abundance
Every time I read the series, I am incredibly grateful to Kathleen for sharing her story. I am a redhead & in my younger days in the early 60s, I was warned to behave myself in front of men, because redheads were known to be too easy with men. I was confused by the comment back then but fully see the connection now. The church influenced this line of thought back then. Even when I was born the nurse told my mum that I’ll be a handful growing up; I guess because of my red hair. I feel now that being a redhead has very special links. I often think of Kathleen & her bravery in writing her story. I can’t thank you enough. I pray that you can now enjoy peace & happiness. You so deserve it. With love, Belinda xox