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BEGINNINGS - Book 1 of the Tomb, the Temple, the Treasure

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Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar + Beginnings

The new book by Ben Hammott (Fiction)

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

Ben weaves his research and discoveries into an exciting archaeological thriller spanning more than 2000 years. Beginning with the construction of Solomon's Temple, the Fall of Jerusalem, the creation of the Copper Scrolls and the forming of the Knights Templar and their mysterious tunnelling under the Temple Mount. The story then takes us into the trap-riddled catacombs beneath Rosslyn Chapel, on to Rennes-le-Chateau, into the Tomb and beyond.

Tag line:
In the catacombs beneath Rosslyn Chapel, one man finds a secret they have spent centuries searching for.They are coming to claim it.

Rosslyn Chapel book cover image reproduced with acknowledgement to Peter Stubbs -  www.edinphoto.org.uk

BEGINNINGS is the first book of the Tomb, the Temple, the Treasure and thus continues in book 2 - The Priest's Secret, which will be available shortly. Read reviews on Amazon UK

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

BACK COVER TEXT

A hunt for a treasure becomes a Quest for the truth

960BC Solomon’s Temple is completed.

70AD Fall of Jerusalem and the Temple Treasure is Lost

1119AD The Knights Templar tunnel under the Temple Mount. Nine years later they find what they have been searching for and return to France. They become the richest and most powerful order the world has known.

1446 Sir William St Clair builds Rosslyn Chapel.

1891 Bérenger Saunière, a penniless priest of the small French village of Rennes-le-Château, discovers a parchment hidden in his church - it turns him into a man of great wealth.

1952 The Copper Scroll is discovered in a cave in Qumran. It is a Treasure map believed to have been written around the time Jerusalem fell.

All are connected Part of a Secret buried for centuries.
A secret many have been searching for without success.
Ancient Families, Secret Orders, innocents wronged. All have suffered. All seek revenge. The Secret will give it to them. They just have to find something that went missing over 2000 years ago.

Present day Ben Hammott enters the hidden catacombs beneath Rosslyn Chapel. He discovers a secret hidden for centuries. They are coming to claim it.

See Beginnings feedback at the bottom of this page

"I don't normally buy books by self published authors, although if you are not a celebrity or already published, this seems to be the only option left open to new authors and some have gone on to be picked up by publishing houses, hopefully the same will happen with Ben Hammott, as the book is actually a very good read. As others have mentioned, his writing style is refreshing and makes for an easy read.
Beginnings is an archeological thriller, a name shoved onto many books recently, but Ben's book is exactly what it says on the tin, well the cover, but you know what I mean.

I was so engrossed in the book I read it through in one setting and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The story is interesting and exciting enough to keep you hooked to the last page, and further. I will also buy the second installment when it is released later this year. If it is as good as part 1, Ben will go even further up my favorite authors list, maybe even to the top. In the meantime I have ordered his Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar: Rennes-le-Chateau Secrets and Discoveries non-fiction book and if it's as good as everyone says, then I am in for a treat.

Beginning's starts with the building of Solomon's Temple and continues through time pausing at the Fall of Jerusalem and the writing of the copper scroll, I really enjoyed this part and the way Ben interweaves fact with fiction, as he does throughout the book, to bring alive what may have taken place. It's hard to say too much without giving the story away, but the outcome was something I didn't see coming. Then the story moves to the 1st crusade and then on to the Catacombs beneath Roslyn chapel. I loved this bit.

There are funny one liners and events that will make you laugh, which all adds to the enjoyment of the book.

Another reviewer mentioned the price, which incidentally is more than I would normally pay, but I was recommended the book. After reading it I agree it was worth the expense and it is a first edition. Hopefully if Ben becomes a famous author my book will be worth a lot more than I paid for it. As it is self published the expense of having the book printed is no doubt reflected in the price. I know this will put some people off of buying the book, but don't be as you will be missing the opportunity of reading a really great story.
I will now be buying other self-published books in the hope I will find another gem like Beginnings.

I have awarded this book the maximum 5 stars and if I could award it more I would. Congratulations Ben on your first novel and please make the next part, the Priest's Secret, just as exciting and enjoyable.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Read and an Exciting archaeological thriller, 4 Jan 2011

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Alan Scott

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

"First things first. I have read Ben Hammott's other Non-Fiction books but this is his first novel. When I first heard Ben was writing a novel based on his previous research and discoveries as revealed in his book Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar: Rennes-le-Chateau Secrets and Discoveries, I wasn't sure how well it would transcend into novel form. However, for those who have read Ben's Lost Tomb book, it is apparent from his humorous and yet enthralling writing style, the basics were there to succeed. I had always thought the way Ben solved the clues in the ancient French church in Rennes-le-Chateau to eventually lead him to a tomb complete with a mummified body and chests of treasure, would make a great movie, but would it make a a great novel? If so has Ben pulled it off?

I received the book a few days ago and as with all of Ben's books, I eagerly unwrapped it from its cocoon of parcel tape, brown paper and bubble-wrap. I grabbed myself a cup of coffee, and after sitting down in my favorite armchair, I began to read.

I was hooked from the first page. As usual, Ben's writing style makes for a pleasant and enjoyable read. I was soon drawn into the story wondering where I was going to be led next, and there were surprises along the way. It certainly is an exciting romp through history, but it all has a purpose, and as the back cover description says, all are connected.
I won't give anything away as I don't wish to spoil others enjoyment finding out what happens themselves, but there is a certain part in Ben's book where the main character has to kill someone, it must be the funniest assault in history. I laughed out loud for ages. I have gone back to read it again on more than one occasion and it always makes me laugh. It is worth the price of the book just for this part. I have had a few guests for dinner and I give them the book to read this section, and wait for the laughter to begin and it always does.
I am not sure how he does it, but even though the book is funny in places, it doesn't distract from the seriousness of the situation or the danger the characters find themselves in.

As you can probably guess, I thoroughly enjoyed Ben's Beginnings book and cannot recommend it enough.
It really is an exciting archaeological adventure that goes places I think no other author has yet trod. If I was pushed, the Roslyn catacombs story was perhaps my favorite section of the book. I was impressed by the way Ben brought together all the different time era's, linking them to what was happening in the present, like a chain of evidence in a crime scene.

Downside - For a paperback novel it is expensive, but please do not let this put you off buying it. I would rather spend my money on a more expensive book that I enjoy reading, than waste money buying two cheaper books that I don't. I don't regret the price I payed one little bit and I guess what you perceive as value for money is what it's all about.

Beginnings is book 1 of the Tomb, the Temple, the Treasure, and you can be certain I will be first in the queue to buy the second installment, the Priest's Secret. I have already read the preview chapters on Ben's website and it promises to be even more enthralling than this one. I can't wait.
Do yourself a favor and give this book a read. Also read Ben's excellent Lost Tomb of the Knights Templar, which I have also reviewed and can highly recommend.

If you like any of Ben's books, please post a review on Amazon as I feel Ben has a lot more books in him yet and the more he writes the more decent reads we can all enjoy. Reading through my review I sound like a publicist for Hammott, but I'm not. I believe a self published writer as good as Ben, needs to be encouraged. I would be very surprised if one or more of his books are not picked up by a large Publishing house, so his self published volumes may soon become collectors items. His first editions may even be worth much more than the cover price one day."

5.0 out of 5 stars An Exciting Archaeological Thriller, 26 Dec 2010

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. You can read excerpts of Ben Hammott's books by following the links on his website:" {}

 

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