The Second Messiah: A Thriller Audiobook, by Glenn Meade Play Audiobook Sample

The Second Messiah: A Thriller Audiobook

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Read By: George Guidall Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc. Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 8.83 hours at 1.5x Speed 6.63 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: August 2011 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781501974304

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

143

Longest Chapter Length:

26:32 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

01:08 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

05:35 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

3

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Publisher Description

An intrepid Irish journalist and ace pilot, international best-selling author Glenn Meade writes "thrillers that deliver the goods" (Booklist). Miles apart an ancient scroll is stolen before its revelations are fully translated, and an American priest with long-hidden secrets becomes pope. Now, as millions wonder if this man is the anti-Christ or the Second Messiah, historian Jack Cane and Israeli detective Lela Raul must find the missing scroll and discover the truth-before it's too late. ". a rollercoaster of a thriller ."-Stephen Leather, best-selling author

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"I liked this book a lot. Having read The Da Vinci Code and thought it junk, I was wary of this book. However, it is very well researched, based on truth rather than fiction (a la Da Vinci), and I loved what it had to say, and the characters, esepcially John Beckett. I highly recommend it. "

— Michael (5 out of 5 stars)

The Second Messiah Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.25806451612903 out of 54.25806451612903 out of 54.25806451612903 out of 54.25806451612903 out of 54.25806451612903 out of 5 (4.26)
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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Faced pace with small chapters that make it very easy to lose some sleeping time. Oh sure I can read just one more chapter, no wait maybe just one more. The next thing you know you are only getting a short nap in before work. The premise of this tale and the writing is very good. Is it possible that there are some scrolls from the Qumran region that have been translated and not disclosed? Could some of these scrolls contain some earth Shattering revelations? Here is where that conspiracy theory gains some credibility, just think of how many people can actually translate and read these things. I would hazard a guess that probably more than 95% of the current population of the world would be unable to read these ancient documents. All in all I will say I liked this much better than the DaVinci Code. "

    — Robert, 1/28/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Exciting idea but average in telling. "

    — John, 1/24/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good book with a plausible historical premise. It isn't particularly thought provoking unless you are inclined to a( question things as they are or b) big on conspiracy theories. "

    — Dale, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A really exciting book, especially well written. Essenes, Dead Sea Scroll, The VaticaN--IT'S GOT IT ALL! "

    — Alexis, 1/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Started out a bit slow.....but, it took off. Enjoyed the characters and the twists/turns the Author took. "

    — Julie, 1/13/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " An very entertaining book. I love books that blend history and folk lore, and I love the archeological background as well. "

    — Laurie, 1/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Glenn Meade is a top notch thriller/action novelist. I enjoy Meade as much as Flynn, Thor, or Clancy. "

    — Jennifer, 1/3/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Excellent blend of religion - Jewish and Catholic faiths - archaeology - espionage. Very fast past and well written. "

    — Paula, 12/27/2013
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    " I thought this was a terrific read. Interesting characters, fast pace, intriguing. Highly recommended. "

    — Tad, 12/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed this book!!! "

    — Sue, 12/4/2013
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    " Couldn't put this book down. Suspenseful fiction yet, also intellectual and I believe, historically accurate. Raised serious questions about possible abuse of power by the Catholic Church. "

    — Dee, 8/23/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Rather simplistic, very predictable but not very believable plots. Writing is straightforward. Characters not believable and not likable. I've lost interest maybe 1/3 into it, although for completeness sake, I make myself finish reading the book. I wish I haven't done so. Big yawn. "

    — tiddle, 7/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " worth 5 stars! "

    — Jolie, 6/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " A formulaic Biblical thriller, complete with ho-hum romance and dry dialogue. Overall, a disappointment *... "

    — Phoenix, 5/12/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Clever, kept me reading, couldn't put it down. His research seems pretty on the buttom and his characters and plot excellent. It has some good and very interesting things to say. I'll definitely read more from this author. I see some of his other books got some great reviews, too. "

    — Jack, 3/11/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I admit, I'm big fan of the DaVinci Code type novels. It's probably my favorite genre. This book is better than most. A good combination of history, mystery, and action to keep me entertained. Very much recommend. "

    — Ryan, 2/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this book...great characters, plot and premise. I highly recommend it. "

    — Gretta, 1/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Another wonderful read from this author. I look forward to much more. Very moving, especially the end. "

    — Tammy, 9/24/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Excellent book! A page turner that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Loved the ending. "

    — Denice, 2/2/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A new Pope opens the confidential Vatican archives, but can the Church, a Robert Langdon/Indiana Jones hybrid archaeologist, and a female Israeli police detective survive the fallout as secrets are revealed? For fans of Dan Brown and Steve Berry "

    — Kelaine, 12/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " A formulaic Biblical thriller, complete with ho-hum romance and dry dialogue. Overall, a disappointment *... "

    — Phoenix, 10/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of the most thought-provoking, interesting thrillers I've read in quite a while. I recommend this book whole-hearedly. Enjoy! "

    — Bill.ellis23hotmail.com, 9/26/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Rather simplistic, very predictable but not very believable plots. Writing is straightforward. Characters not believable and not likable. I've lost interest maybe 1/3 into it, although for completeness sake, I make myself finish reading the book. I wish I haven't done so. Big yawn. "

    — tiddle, 9/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Highly recommended. Especially if you like Dan Brown--even better, I thought. This guy can write better than Brown. "

    — Richard, 9/13/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I thoroughly loved this book. Highly reommended for fans of Dan Browne, and others! "

    — Paul, 9/7/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I admit, I'm big fan of the DaVinci Code type novels. It's probably my favorite genre. This book is better than most. A good combination of history, mystery, and action to keep me entertained. Very much recommend. "

    — Ryan, 9/4/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I very much enjoyed this book. Action, plot twists, great leading character, and a very interesting topic. Makes you thnk. Has a good heart, too, I think... definitely worth reading. "

    — Darren, 9/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Excellent blend of religion - Jewish and Catholic faiths - archaeology - espionage. Very fast past and well written. "

    — Paula, 9/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " 4.5 stars. If only "The Da Vinci Code" had been this good. Meade writes rings around Dan Brown and delivers a much better constructed thriller. "

    — Gail, 8/30/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Thank you for a wonderful read!!! "

    — Tika.farrell, 8/24/2011
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    " Completely enjoyable, informative, and thrilling. This book heas a good hear at its core. Very glad I read it. "

    — Peter, 8/19/2011

About Glenn Meade

Glenn Meade was born in Finglas, Dublin. Nearly all his novels have been international bestsellers, translated into over twenty languages, and have enjoyed both critical and commercial success. He worked in the field of pilot training for Aer Lingus for many years and as a journalist for the Irish Times.

About George Guidall

George Guidall, winner of more than eighty AudioFile Earphones Awards, has won three of the prestigious Audie Award for Excellence in Audiobook Narration. In 2014 the Audio Publishers Association presented him with the Special Achievement Award for lifetime achievement/ During his thirty-year recording career he has recorded over 1,700 audiobooks, won multiple awards, been a mentor to many narrators, and shown by example the potential of fine storytelling. His forty-year acting career includes starring roles on Broadway, an Obie Award for best performance off Broadway, and frequent television appearances.