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Centuries have passed since civilization's brush with apocalypse. The world's greatest threats have all been silenced. There is no anger, no hatred, no war. There is only perfect peace...and fear. A terrible secret was closely guarded for centuries: every single soul walking the earth, though in appearance totally normal, is actually dead, long ago genetically stripped of true humanity.
Nine years have gone by since an unlikely hero named Rom Sebastian first discovered a secret and consumed an ancient potion of blood to bring himself back to life in Forbidden. Surviving against impossible odds, Rom has gathered a secret faction of followers who have also taken the blood-the first Mortals in a world that is dead.
But The Order has raised an elite army to hunt and crush the living. Division and betrayal threaten to destroy the Mortals from within. The final surviving hope for humanity teeters on the brink of annihilation and no one knows the path to survival.
On the heels of Forbidden comes MORTAL, the second novel in The Books of Mortals saga penned by Ted Dekker and Tosca Lee. Set in a terrifying, medieval future, where grim pageantry masks death, this tale of dark desires and staggering stakes peels back the layers of the heart for all who dare take the journey.
The Books of Mortals are three novels, each of which stands on its own, yet all are seamlessly woven into one epic thriller.
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"Right after I put down FORBIDDEN , the first book, in The Books of Mortals series, I just had to read MORTAL right away. I finished short of three days. I was just blown away, it is emotionally gripping , i had to pry away from the book towards the last chapters because somehow I did not want it to end, or was actually dreading to find out what the ending would be...just to find out that i have to wait for Book 3!!!!!! Rom, Triphon and the Book of the Keepers, Roland, Michael , Seriph and the band of Nomads , collectively known as the Mortals have endured patiently for nine years, zealously guarding Jonathan's well being towards earning his rightful seat into sovereignty.... I however am just made of flesh and bones, I cannot damn wait for 2013 to find out who ultimately would reign supreme...SOVEREIGN, I cannot wait to get my hands on you!!!!"
— Wildone (5 out of 5 stars)
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“[An] edgy, suspenseful, winning follow-up.”
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“The novel’s grand theme…is anchored in reality by a cast of strong characters and by the authors’ realistic handling of their fantastic story.”
— Booklist -
“The asides and descriptions can be quite funny, and the book offers plenty of food for philosophizing concerning religion, states of consciousness, freedom, fate, and the will to power.”
— Kirkus Reviews -
...mammoth twists and head-pounding turns that will have readers and book clubs debating the roles of emotion and logic that drive human existence.
— Publishers Weekly -
Dekker and Lee have created an intriguing future world...poised on the edge of vast upheaval. [They] draw readers into it and make them eager to read more...
— Booklist -
With great plot twists, compelling writing, and unanswered questions, this is a must-read for Dekker fans...
— Library Journal -
FORBIDDEN: The Books of Mortals rocks with the same level of intensity and brilliance as Dekker's Circle Series. Riveting, resounding, and a magnificent blend of Dekker's and Lee's styles. I devoured FORBIDDEN.
— James L. Rubart, bestselling author
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A New York Times bestseller
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Mariann Beer, 10/6/2023
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" For whatever reason, it took me until after page 200 to really get into this one. "
— Nancy, 2/9/2014 -
" VERY slow and boring compared to the first book. I stopped reading after a little over 100 pages. More disappointed than I can effectively communicate...I waited a long time for this to come out. "
— Susan, 1/29/2014 -
" I was disappointed in the much-awaited 2nd installment of this trilogy. At times, the prose was redundant. The pace was slow, often predictable. At the end, I kept waiting for something major to happen. Reflecting back on the book, not much happened. I will finish out the trilogy but this is not typical of Dekker's usually fast-paced page turner style. In particular I found it hard to relate to the main characters. They lacked like-ability at times. In particular, the main character, Rom. "
— Sondra, 1/23/2014 -
" A complete waste of time unless you like religious based yarns. 0 of 10 stars "
— Tim, 1/23/2014 -
" Really good book and good series so far, can't wait for #3 "
— Timothy, 1/21/2014 -
" One simple word ... Wow. So many twists and turns, and stunning revalations, hard to keep up with this wild roller coaster ride. The ending left me floored. The Books of Mortals trilogy does bear some striking similarities to the Circle series, but it definitely holds it's own with so many great characters and events that you just couldn't see coming. Ted Dekker and Tosca Lee have done an amazing job so far, and I cannot wait to read Sovereign! "
— Joshua, 1/18/2014 -
" I did not enjoy this book as much as the first for some reason.. I can't wait to read Sovereign to see how everything works out though. "
— Kanyin, 1/7/2014 -
" Giving 5 stars based on previous book. So far this one is just as good. "
— Krista, 1/4/2014 -
" Ted Dekker and Tosca Lee did not disappoint! I have never read a book by Ted Dekker that I didn't thoroughly enjoy. I couldn't put it down! "
— Julie, 12/20/2013 -
" I like it but thought at times it was slow. "
— Sharon, 12/1/2013 -
" Great read. Had the same thrill and suspense as the first book, but a little more intense.I still love the characters and their struggles to survive. "
— Chris, 11/16/2013 -
" second in the series. looking forward to Sovereign. "
— Elaine, 10/12/2013 -
" It's a decent book, just not my usual type of book. I like more modern day books. Plus there was one particular issue with the plot that was not discussed, but which would have ended the main conflict in my mind since it wasn't discussed. Anyway. I don't think I'll read the final book in the series. "
— Nancy, 8/29/2013 -
" Beautiful picture of what Christ did for us and His love for us "
— Linda, 8/1/2013 -
" Probably the best book I've read all year. "
— Joshua, 7/27/2013 -
" Love this series stayed up until 3am trying to finish it. Didn't make it, but I did finish it today. Can't wait for Sovereign. "
— Amanda, 6/18/2013 -
" Like the first one, it took me awhile to get into it, but once I got going it really is a great story. I particularly like the ending because you finally figure out where Ted is going with the story and you start to make comparisons with the Gospel. Awesome ending. :D "
— Kristy, 5/26/2013 -
" I was disappointed by the story. I probably will read the last book anyway and find how it ends. "
— Tonny, 4/4/2013 -
" Although an obviously Christian story, and by a Christian story teller, it seems that every time I thought I knew where the story was going, it actually went elsewhere. "
— Rick, 6/9/2012 -
" Not how I thought it would end but I liked it. I can't wait for the next book "
— Lorilee, 5/15/2012
About the Authors
Ted Dekker is the New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty novels, with more than ten million books in print. He is known for thrillers that combine adrenaline-laced plots with incredible confrontations between good and evil. His works include THR3E, Blink, Heaven’s Wager, When Heaven Weeps, and more.
Tosca Lee is a New York Times bestselling novelist. Her works include the critically acclaimed Demon: A Memoir, Havah: The Story of Eve, and the Books of Mortals series, cowritten with Ted Dekker. Tosca received her BA in English and international relations from Smith College and has also studied at Oxford University. She lives in the Midwest.
About Henry Leyva
Henry Leyva, an Earphones Award-winning narrator, is a classically trained actor with extensive work in theater, television, film, and radio. He has appeared off Broadway and in regional theaters across the country in many plays, including Romeo and Juliet, Taming of the Shrew, and Street Car Named Desire. He has also performed in audio dramas for the Syfy Channel and National Public Radio