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The Eight: A Novel Audiobook
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New York City, 1972–A dabbler in mathematics and chess, Catherine Velis is also a computer expert for a Big Eight accounting firm. Before heading off to a new assignment in Algeria, Cat has her palm read by a fortune-teller. The woman warns Cat of danger. Then an antiques dealer approaches Cat with a mysterious offer: He has an anonymous client who is trying to collect the pieces of an ancient chess service, purported to be in Algeria. If Cat can bring the pieces back, there will be a generous reward. The south of France, 1790–Mireille de Rémy and her cousin Valentine are young novices at the fortresslike Montglane Abbey. With France aflame in revolution, the two girls burn to rebel against constricted convent life–and their means of escape is at hand. Buried deep within the abbey are pieces of the Montglane Chess Service, once owned by Charlemagne. Whoever reassembles the pieces can play a game of unlimited power. But to keep the Game a secret from those who would abuse it, the two young women must scatter the pieces throughout the world....
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"An fascinating read following the trail of a 'alchemical' chessboard through two time lines. One is the story of a nun in the 1790s and the other is a chess player in the 1970s. Secret societies, mystical plots, mysterious people and good suspense."
— Nancye (5 out of 5 stars)
The Eight Listener Reviews
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" My absolute favorite book of all time. "
— Diane, 2/15/2014 -
" One of my favorites of all time. I read and reread this book. I loved that you kept moving from century to century and the characters just came off the page! Wonderful!! A+ "
— Chris, 2/6/2014 -
" It was a goodbook, interesting, and full of historical informations. Also we must remember that it was written before Da Vinci Code, and this is a sign of originality. A little bit boring at the middle. "
— Promitheas, 1/26/2014 -
" Bored to death. I can't. I just can't. The very idea of continuing further makes me groan. I have too many other books I'm longing to read to waste any more of my time. "
— Lindsey, 1/24/2014 -
" great premise, but cliche ridden. "
— Susan, 1/20/2014 -
" Katherine Neville nailed it way before the DaVinci Code was even thought of! I've read it twice, and will most likely read it again and again. It's brilliant! "
— Anita, 1/19/2014 -
" Not bad. I liked The DaVinci Code better--this book was very similar in theme. Still a fun read and I like the strong female protaganists. I probably will not read the sequel though. "
— Tonya, 1/18/2014 -
" If you like chess, grand world wide conspiracies, and historical figures, this book is for you. "
— Temmogen, 1/5/2014 -
" Really enjoyed it. Had that combination of elements I love - a mystical side, historical side, mystery, symbols that mean significant things... all that! I did not enjoy her more recent book nearly as much. "
— D.E., 1/2/2014 -
" Took me a while to get into, but a great story! "
— Kimberley, 12/11/2013 -
" Boring. This is a novel that has all the feel of someone trying too hard to be crafty and incisive. Characters are for the most part boring and unoriginal. The pace is very slow. The ending ... ridiculous. I play chess pretty well and all the chess references were just plain silly. "
— Muddyrhino, 6/20/2013
About Susan Denaker
Susan Denaker is an actress and Earphones Award–winning narrator. Her extensive theater credits include numerous plays in the West End of London, national tours, many English rep companies, including a season with Alan Ayckbourn’s company in Scarborough. In the US, she has appeared in Our Town and Sweet Bird of Youth at the La Jolla Playhouse and Breaking Legs at the Westport Playhouse.