Format: Kindle, 298 pages
Release Date: February 18, 2025
Publisher: Literati Editions
Source: Kindle Unlimited
Genre: Thriller / Suspense
When Vatican archaeologist Marcus Russo uncovers the fabled Nazi Gold Train buried deep within the Owl Mountains of Poland, he expects to find a forgotten trove of looted treasures. Instead, he unearths a chilling codex that points to a dark and dangerous Operation Eisenkreuz, a Nazi plan to seed chaos and power across the globe long after their fall. But Marcus soon realizes the train’s secrets are only the beginning. Shadowed by an elusive and ruthless faction known as the Covenant of the Iron Cross, Marcus and his allies—Father Michael Dominic and journalist Hana Sinclair—must race against time to stop the Covenant from using the artifacts to reignite their deadly ambitions.
As Marcus pieces together the codex’s fragmented clues, he discovers it holds more than history—it holds the key to a network of hidden Nazi caches and an unfinished plan that could shift the global balance of power. But the Covenant will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried, infiltrating even the highest echelons of the Vatican itself. From the war-torn archives of Rome to the frozen depths of Eastern Europe, Marcus, Michael, and Hana are drawn into a treacherous game of cat and mouse, where every discovery raises new questions. Who can they trust, and how deep does the Covenant’s influence run?
In Covenant of the Iron Cross, suspense and intrigue collide in a race to unravel a conspiracy decades in the making. Combining historical mysteries with modern stakes, this gripping novel explores the cost of uncovering forbidden truths—and the resilience of those who dare to stand against evil. This thriller delves into the shadows of history, challenging readers to confront how the echoes of the past still shape the present.
As Marcus pieces together the codex’s fragmented clues, he discovers it holds more than history—it holds the key to a network of hidden Nazi caches and an unfinished plan that could shift the global balance of power. But the Covenant will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried, infiltrating even the highest echelons of the Vatican itself. From the war-torn archives of Rome to the frozen depths of Eastern Europe, Marcus, Michael, and Hana are drawn into a treacherous game of cat and mouse, where every discovery raises new questions. Who can they trust, and how deep does the Covenant’s influence run?
In Covenant of the Iron Cross, suspense and intrigue collide in a race to unravel a conspiracy decades in the making. Combining historical mysteries with modern stakes, this gripping novel explores the cost of uncovering forbidden truths—and the resilience of those who dare to stand against evil. This thriller delves into the shadows of history, challenging readers to confront how the echoes of the past still shape the present.
Covenant of the Iron Cross is the first installment in author Gary McAvoy's Vatican Archaeology Thriller series. The novel follows Vatican archaeologist Marcus Russo, who stumbles upon the legendary Nazi Gold Train hidden in Poland’s Owl Mountains. Expecting a trove of looted treasures, Russo instead uncovers a cryptic codex hinting at Operation Eisenkreuz—a chilling Nazi scheme designed to sow chaos long after the Third Reich’s collapse.
Joined by familiar faces from McAvoy’s universe, Father Michael Dominic and journalist Hana Sinclair, Russo races to decode the codex’s secrets before a shadowy group, the Covenant of the Iron Cross, can harness its power for their own sinister ends. McAvoy balances high-stakes action with rich historical detail. (We know as a historical fact that Hitler was a fanatic when it came to wanting things of paranormal origin. We know that Hitler wiped out millions of people across Europe and stole priceless paintings and architecture. We know this because of a group known as the Monument Men.)
As Marcus pieces together the codex’s fragmented clues, he discovers it holds more than history—it holds the key to a network of hidden Nazi caches and an unfinished plan that could shift the global balance of power. But the Covenant will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried, infiltrating even the highest echelons of the Vatican itself. From the war-torn archives of Rome to the frozen depths of Eastern Europe, Marcus, Michael, and Hana are drawn into a treacherous game of cat and mouse, where every discovery raises new questions. Who can they trust, and how deep does the Covenant’s influence run?
The premise is gripping: a forgotten Nazi plot threatening the present day, with artifacts that could shift global power. It’s a concept tailor-made for Dan Brown or Steve Berry fans, and McAvoy executes it with a steady hand. Marcus Russo brings a fresh perspective as a determined archaeologist, while Father Michael Dominic and Hana Sinclair, veterans of McAvoy’s earlier works, provide continuity and depth. Their dynamic—marked by trust, tension, and sharp banter—keeps the narrative engaging, even when the plot veers into complex conspiracies.
The villains, the Covenant of the Iron Cross and the New Order are suitably menacing, their reach extending into unexpected corners, though at times, their motivations feel a touch opaque, leaning on classic thriller tropes of power-hungry secrecy. McAvoy builds tension expertly, with each clue uncovered leading to higher stakes and tighter deadlines. The historical elements, particularly the nods to Nazi operations and Vatican intrigue, are well-researched and lend authenticity to the wilder twists.
Summary: In Covenant of the Iron Cross, suspense and intrigue collide in a race to unravel a conspiracy decades in the making. Combining historical mysteries with modern stakes, this novel explores the cost of uncovering forbidden truths—and the resilience of those who dare to stand against evil. This thriller delves into the shadows of history, challenging readers to confront how the echoes of the past still shape the present. Apparently, the characters in this book have been around for a while. The author pretty much says so in the credits. If you feel like going back to the author's previous works, there are quite a few.
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