APOC is a mystery thriller adventure with lots of interesting characters and exciting twists, with elements of international espionage, kabalistic biblical mysteries, artificial intelligence, Eastern mysticism, world history, and beekeeping.
It opens with computer security expert John Manning, who has big problems. Struggling with crushing debt, shaky mental health, and a prison record for cybercrimes, he’s out of work and desperate, but an opportunity to solve all of his problems lands in his lap. There’s only one catch—he must betray an old friend to get the money he desperately needs. John travels to Salt Lake City, ostensibly to reconnect with his friend, but he’s there to gather evidence proving for her family that she’s needed mental health treatment since waking from a coma. When he arrives, she introduces him to a riddle she learned while in the coma:
Why is the number of the Antichrist (666) and the number of Jesus (888) so similar?
John sets out to prove the riddle is nonsense. Instead, he finds it’s part of an ancient, multifaceted numerological puzzle that undermines the dominant religions of the world and has been hiding in the Bible since the Bible was written. Unique to this story is that the hidden puzzle is real.It's representation in the story is 100% historically accurate.
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Couldn't put it down!I read a lot of books, and unfortunately it's gotten to the point where plots have become quite predictable. Not the case with this book! This book was so intriguing that I'd sit down to read just a chapter, but I couldn't stop when it ended—I just wanted to keep going.
At first, it seems like a straightforward thriller, but it quickly emerges into something more—both philosophical and science fiction—raising questions about religion, belief, and life itself. It's deeply rewarding for the intellectually curious while also being an entertaining and enjoyable read. Really well done, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. A.L.
A fun and thought provoking ride It's always refreshing to see when someone isn't afraid to take on sensitive or controversial topics without coming across as preachy or driven by an agenda, while keeping it FUN! This is what Jeff Ricks achieves with this compelling story. I loved the characters and the plot had me riveted the whole time. Highly recommend! A.R.
Truth Brings Real Freedom Having read some of author Jeff Rick's writings in the past, I suspected we were in for a treat with his new book. Sure enough. My plan, which was to read a few pages a night , did not get far. I could not put his book down until it was late into the night. When my eyes began to burn, I was forced to go to bed. I finished the book in five days. Jeff gives us characters and a plot that we can identify with. I felt I was there and the characters were me! This is a Sci Fi novel with much needed truth woven throughout the book. The characters bring a spirit of honor, respect and compassion while being extremely human. Truth is woven throughout his book in a way that you cannot help but find out what happens next...I am a little sad that I am finished with this book. It will be difficult to replace. C.L.
The hidden history of religion I could not put this book down. Great story with incredibly fascinating points on the history of religion and mankind. Highly recommended!! R.J.A.