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A fast-paced thriller that is spellbinding. A great and ambitious first novel well worth reading. Looking forward to more from this author.
Blurb:
Jonathan learns about his heart condition. His dad, Avi Stein suffered a fatal heart attack just before the launch of Apollo 18, the mission in which Avi was chosen to command. Thirty years later, Jonathan reveals his moon mission to the press and the public.
After his father's death, Jonathan tries to keep in touch with Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon. But Neil never replies to any of Jonathan's letters. Jonathan has two tasks in his mind - one, to complete his father's unfulfilled moon mission and two, to meet Neil Armstrong.
Jonathan and his wife, Susana learn about a conspiracy theory involving Avi Stein. They learn of a website - eclipsedtruth.com - where the nemesis Cassandra promises to unveil the truth behind the moon landing of 1969. Jonathan is disturbed after reading about the 'alleged truth' behind his father's death.
With the help of his friend ZuDu, Susana, Dale Lunden (his father's best friend) and Helmut, Jonathan decides to solve the mystery behind Neil Armstrong's quiet life and Avi Stein's death.
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My Opinion :
From finding Neil Armstrong to National Archives to the German scientists working in NASA, this fast-paced fiction is one of the best books that I have ever read.
Hatred towards the Semitics was prevalent during the World War. Jews were tortured in the concentration camps. How were the Nazi scientists helpful to the NASA? What was their role in the moon mission?
Conspirators make a valid point. And Jonathan wants closure. Will the secrets of friends and families be revealed? Or, will the secrets be taken to their grave?
Each and every character in the book play an important role in unraveling the truth. From best friends to secret affairs to guilt, I liked the way the characters are portrayed in this book. Susana is a loving wife, who does anything and everything to support her husband, emotionally and otherwise. Dale Lunden plays the role of a good friend, who is ready to do anything to help his friend. Also, Dale has always been there for Jonathan, as a guide, and as a father figure. Jonathan, a good husband, and a loving son reminiscing about the times he spent with his father among other things.
The ending is excellent. The element of twist and surprise, in the end, is the best part of this book. This book has everything in it - conspiracy theory, mystery, science, and technology. Highly recommended to all those who love a good read!
Wow! What a fabulous read..
This books starts off quite slow but takes you on an amazing adventure to reveal the possible murder of his father.
There are secrets hidden in this book and to the end I was kept captivated.
A thoroughly enjoyable book