I am very pleased to announce that on 4th January 2011 I sold the 2000th copy of my book LOST TOMB OF THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR.

For a self published author I think this is an achievement to be proud of and is far above the amount I originally thought I would sell.

I think this is testament that readers find the book an enjoyable and interesting read and many recommend the book to others. Feedback I have received so far has been very positive and it seems that most like my writing style. I have also had a lot of comments on the more than 300 images included in the book, with readers saying how good they were and they really helped to show how I went about my research and what I discovered in much more detail than words alone.

I have added some new feedback about my book below.

The 2000th copy was purchased by Douglas G from the United States and although he declined to provide a photograph of himself with the book, he did say when he has read the book he will send me his feedback so I can add it to this page.

Again, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has bought a copy of my book and to those who plan to in the future. Thank you very much.

Ben Hammott

If you have enjoyed reading my book please tell your friends, workmates or anyone you meet walking out on the street, on buses or trains. If you have ever purchased a book from Amazon, it doesn't have to be my book, you can also post a review of my book HERE. Every little helps and is gratefully appreciated.

1000th copy of LOST TOMB OF THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR now sold info

Praise for Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar by Ben Hammott

Review from Amazon UK

I was hooked from the first page and read it through in 2 sittings. Well I had to stop to eat didn't I. There is such a wealth of information and original research contained between the covers of this book I have read it 3 times now. Even if you hate or have no interest in the Knights Templar or Rennes-le-Chateau, still read this book, as the enjoyment you will get from the experience is not to be missed. Ben's journey to and from Rennes-le-Chateau, and some of the situations he finds himself in while he is there, are truly hilarious and worth buying the book for these parts alone. How I wish I was on some of his trips with him, it must have been great fun as well as being very interesting. Well done Ben, although I only joined you on your journey through your book, I enjoyed every word and syllable, even if sometimes they were the wrong ones. One of the best books I have read. 10 out of 10. (EC - UK)

5.0 out of 5 stars Lost Tomb, 11 Jan 2010

By L. A. Hopkinson

  

This review is from: Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar: Rennes-le-Chateau Secrets and Discoveries (Paperback)

"I don't normally write reviews , but this book has astounded me.
It could have done with rather more stringent editing but nonetheless it has proved to be an enthralling read.
I have read a number of books about the RLC mystery and was amazed read how Ben managed to reach past the extensive esoterica that takes over some of the other books and arrived at a a series of solutions that produced such an amazing result. I look forward to any further information as and when it becomes available."

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"Read this book and couldn't put it down. Very entertaining and informative with plenty of research material for the RLC enthusiast. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in this particular subject. Probably best enjoyed alongside the 'Bloodline' DVD featuring Ben's discoveries. Excellent photography with plenty of pictures spread throughout. The style of the writing gets you firmly addicted from chapter 1." (Mortis - Amazon UK)

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"Hello Ben. I just finished reading your book in January. I am very impressed with it and it was probably my favorite read of 2008! I have been following Bruce and his documentary for about a year and a half now, and was very excited to hear that you were writing a book on the bloodline topic, and your findings in Rennes le Chateau. I think the photos included in your book made me understand the findings in more detail, good job. It was very well written, and I thoroughly enjoyed your sense of humor throughout the book, regardless of the seriousness of the topic. It truly is an incredible journey you have been on, and I hope it is not the end for you. Congratulations on your findings, on your book, and everything else, and best wishes for you and your discovery in the future." ( Josh Speers)

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"Hi Ben! Just finished the book, and i must say that i am quite amazed. As a reader of the RLC mystery for several years, i not afraid to say, that your discoveries gives the mystery a whole new dimension. A journey filled with excitement!" (HD - Denmark)

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"I was a skeptic, and then I read your book, I am a skeptic no longer. I absolutely loved the book and your writing style. What an exciting quest you have been on and thank you for sharing it." (DW Canada)

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"Hi Ben, I just finished your book, I love it, fascinating & fun." (JG)

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"Loved the book. Very interesting and very easy to read. The 100's of photo really brought the story alive. I bought your book, Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar, after watching the Bloodline movie and boy am I glad I did. It fills in a lot of stuff not included or just hinted at by the movie. The clue solving was amazing. Great stuff Ben. You get 10/10 from me. (ST UK)

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"I've found your book to be very informative and entertaining. I enjoy very much the way you have told your story." (Mario-Austrailia)

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"...very interesting... I recommend this book to anyone interested in the Rennes-le-Chateau mystery." (LH-USA)

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"Congratulations! Absolutely amazing! I love it! Well done Ben, well done!" (Holger - Germany)

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"... one of the best books I have read in many a year... It is always a good sign that I didn’t want to put the bloody thing down... it was like I was also there on your journey, experiences and discoveries. So I would just like to thank you in a big way as been waiting for something like this for many a year, well since I read The Holy Blood and Holy Grail." (Ali New Zealand)

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"One of the best books I have read...Beg, borrow or buy this book... you will not be disappointed". (Alan Scott)

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"Great book, buy it!" (Shadowfox)

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"Fantastic book, well done Ben." (T.P)

Bérenger Saunière's 33 Rennes-le-Château Postcard Album 
(Professionally printed Reproductions from original postcards)

The price is £10.00 (RRP is £19.95) plus P&P - Also available for Digital Download for Only £3.95

There will be 100 Limited First Editions Available - all will be signed and numbered with the lowest number available being reserved as orders are received. The printers are packaging the books in order as they are printed, so number 1 will be the first book printed and number 100 will be the last. To ensure you have a lowest numbered edition as possible, reserve your copy as soon as possible by clicking on the link below.

33 Cartes Postale l’Abbé Saunière.

Postcard Album Feedback

"Another excellent publication Ben. I found the old photographs of the Saunière estate especially interesting as they show how it looked when Saunière was alive." (CB - UK)

"Thanks Ben. Super fast postage, did you send them by jet? :) Great quality photos and an invaluable edition to my Rennes-le-Chateau book collection." (FD - USA)

"I had seen a few of Sauniere's Rennes-le-Chateau postcards before, so when I saw you were selling a book with the whole collection in, I had to buy it. What a super collection. I just ordered your Rennes-le-Chateau guide book and am looking forward to receiving it." (HS - USA)

"Hi Ben, just received your postcard book. Fantastic! Thank you for publishing these postcards, I have been wanting to see the complete set for sometime now. I have brought all of your books so far and have thoroughly enjoyed them all. The pics in your guide book were great, a lot better than the ones I took in the Rennes-le-Château church. Well done Ben. What's next?" (Diane -UK)

"Hello Mr Hammott, Loved your Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar book, loved your Rennes-le-Chateau guide book, and guess what? I loved your 33 postcard book also. 10/10 Can't wait to read your new book, Beginnings. ps - please feel free to use this as feedback."   (NotaTemplar - Scotland)

Thanks to everyone who has purchased the Postcard book, and thank you also for permission to use your quotes, Ben

 

33 Cartes Postale l’Abbé Saunière Album - The special introductory price is £10.95 (RRP is £19.95)

Postcard Size is approx 108 mm x 166 mm and like the originals are in Black & White

These postcards have been reproduced from the best examples of the Saunière postcards seen to date and are now available to purchase as a complete set of 33.

Order a set of Bérenger Saunière's 33 Rennes-le-Château Postcards here

Thanks to everyone who has purchased my publications and thank you also for permission to use your quotes.

The new book BEGINNINGSby Ben Hammott (Fiction) is now availible More info here

BEGINNINGS - Book 1 of the TOMB, the TEMPLE, the TREASURE

BEGINNINGS Feedback

This review is from: Beginnings: A Hunt for Treasure Becomes a Quest for Truth (Paperback)

I labeled this review as 'An Exciting Archaeological Thriller' because this is just what it is. Beginnings, book 1 of 'the Tomb, the Temple, the Treasure,' is one of those books you just don't want to put down. I read it in one sitting. It is also one of those great reads you don't want to end and luckily as it is the first part, it will continue.
There has been a plethora of archaeological thrillers released over the past year or so, some by well known authors, but many have failed to live up to their back cover description.
This is Ben Hammott's first novel, however he has written some non-fiction books, including the exciting Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar: Rennes-le-Chateau Secrets and Discoveries. Yes you read correctly, I did describe a non-fiction book as exciting because Lost Tomb is not your normal non-fiction prose. It is written in a very humorous style, so much so you will find yourself laughing out loud in places. This though does not distract from the seriousness of the subject though. But I digress. I bought Hammott's Beginning book on the strength of my enjoyment reading his Lost Tomb book which Beginnings is based on.
The book starts with the building of Solomon's Temple and then carries on through the fall of Jerusalem, that involves the Copper Scroll found at Qumran, and then later the crusades and the Knights Templar's and their mysterious digging under the Temple Mount. The story then moves to the present day and the Catacombs under Roslyn Chapel in Scotland.
The book is quite fast paced, easy to read and very atmospheric.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes reading archaeological thrillers, or even just a good thriller. I guarantee if you read Beginnings you will order book 2 - The PRIEST'S SECRET.  (Review from Amazon UK)

Click HERE to read preview chapters of  BEGINNINGS and excerpts from the PRIEST'S SECRET