The Adversary - Softcover

Kabal, A.M.

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ISBN 10: 0770421563 ISBN 13: 9780770421564

Publisher: Seal Books, 1987

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When archaeologist Charles Winterton discovers the last will and testament of Saint Peter, he finds himself embroiled in a lethal struggle to publish the document and faces a showdown with Father Paolozzi, the murderous agent of the Vatican, who wants the document destroyed

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In this lively thriller by the pseudonymous Kabal (aka H. S. Bhabra, who wrote the well-received Gestures, the plot spins along handily, and if the author's early light touch descends to gore and heavy breathing, the novel is still entertaining. "Chas" Winterton, Cambridge paleontologist and 10-year resident of Egypt, discovers the last testament of St. Peter in an obscure Coptic monastery. His fame, if not his fortune, is assured only if Chas can get the will authenticated. For that he applies for funding from David Medina, a slightly sinister billionaire. Taking an interest in Chas's discovery is jaded CIA agent Adams; the Vatican, represented by the murderous Fr. Paolozzi, is also involved. Against a background of terrorist bombings blamed on the Copts, Chas is rebuffed by Cambridge experts, framed for murder and soon on the run and unsure of anyone's loyalty. The desert, the delta, Cairo and Alexandria are all vivid backdrop as Chas is seduced, threatened, tortured and almost suffers a fate worse than death. One hopes to see more of the appealing Chas.
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