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The Atlantis Papyrus (Whispers of Atlantis Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Jay Penner (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 660 ratings
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…"LOVE IT!…the best book I've read in a long time…" "Pure enjoyment..."

From the author of The Last Pharaoh and Spartacus Rebellion series comes a thrilling tale of ambition and mystery. This first book in the highly rated Whispers of Atlantis Anthology is a must for fans of fast-paced, twists-and-turns-filled well-researched historical fiction.

Babylon, 323 B.C.

King Alexander the Great has died without an heir and blood-thirsty generals circle each other, plotting for the throne and pieces of a vast and restless empire. But captain Deon has other worries—his ugly past has finally caught up with him, and now a vicious lender will sell his family to slavery if he does not clear his debt. Desperate, he accepts a mission from Alexander’s wily Royal Secretary in return for a generous reward.

Deon soon discovers that nothing is as it seems in the murky waters of succession. Deceived and threatened, he faces a stark choice: decode a secret with the power to bequeath the owner with the keys to Alexander’s throne and earn his family's freedom, or let them die in the brutal gold mines of Ethiopia.

Assisted by a companion as skilled with languages as she is with a dagger, and pursued by forces that will stop at nothing, Deon must cross lands erupting in violence and find an astonishing mystery hidden for a thousand years. But the more he learns, the more he realizes his actions will decide the life and death of not only his loved ones but also that of millions of innocents.

Bonus Google Earth Virtual Tour: When you finish the book, you will find a link that takes you on an entertaining short virtual "flyby" of all the major locations mentioned in the book, most of which are from historical references. Must for map lovers and history buffs!

Note: This is the first book of the Whispers of Atlantis series. Each book can be enjoyed as a standalone, even though they are connected across the ocean of time. No cliffhanger endings or forced sequels.

Books in the Anthology
  1. The Atlantis Papyrus*
  2. The Wrath of God*
  3. The Curse of Ammon*
  4. Sinister Sands
  5. The Death Pit*
  6. Maurya
* can also be read as standalone

To see how the books of the series connect, go to https://jaypenner.com

What readers are saying (Amazon Global and Goodreads)

"I enjoyed this story immensely…"

"…You find yourself caring about the characters, and constantly turning the pages to see what happens next…"

"…has twists that are unpredictable, and 'aha' moments that will thrill readers…"

"..fast paced with a mix of history and fiction… "

"…Couldn't always tell what was real and what was fiction, and I love that…"

"…Simply wonderful! Deon's adventure is brimming with political intrigue, romantic tension, and fast-paced battle sequences."

"Page turner! Loved it!"

"I enjoyed it a lot… well worth a read…"

"Unlike some other books that bog you down with academics, this one makes it all part of a thoroughly entertaining and exciting story…"
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    Whispers of Atlantis
  2. Print length
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  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    April 7, 2019
  6. Reading age
    16 - 18 years
  7. File size
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From the Publisher

Journey to a thrilling ancient past.

Jay Penner Whispers of Atlantis, Cleopatra, Spartacus series.

Journey into thrilling ancient worlds.

Three adventures. Plunge into the Whispers of Atlantis anthology for thrilling adventures in the ancient world, the Cleopatra series for the twists-and -turns-filled life of the famous queen, or the Spartacus series for an astonishing story of grit and perseverance.

Editorial Reviews

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"The narrative has twists that are unpredictable, and "aha" moments that will thrill readers...makes readers feel as though they are there...It is fast paced, beautifully crafted, and magnetic." -readersfavorite

"Couldn't always tell what was real and what was fiction, and I love that..." -Amazon

"Well paced... with several twists and turns..." -Amazon

From the Author

I hope you enjoy this book as much as I have enjoyed writing it. The story of Deon and Eurydice does not end here, as the world they lived in has much more to offer!

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07PWNYR3Z
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (April 7, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 7, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4699 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 399 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 660 ratings

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Jay has lived and traveled around the world and writes about history, science, and productivity. He likes realistic fiction, where the underlying research makes the reader guess which part of the book is fact and which fiction.

He is the author of three well-received series'. Whispers of Atlantis, Cleopatra - The Last Pharaoh, and The Spartacus Rebellion.

You can also find more about his books and posts on https://jaypenner.com

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
660 global ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read!
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2023
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Great historical storytelling and wonderful characters! A good time reading. I look forward to reading more books from Jay Penner.
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the savage amazon
4.0 out of 5 stars Caught like a fish
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2023
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A page turner. Kept my attention to the last page. Nice descriptions took you there. A pretty good read. Found by accident.
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Space Cowgirl
5.0 out of 5 stars Betrayed By Ruthless Politics In 322 BC
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2020
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Ancient Historical Intrigue and Politics.
Middle East 327 BC. The Empire of Alexander The Great.

The book chronicles the life of scholar Deon, a man forced into the Army of Alexander in order to pay off debts and free his wife and daughter, put into servitude and made hostages by his enemy Krokinos. Seems Deon infringed on Kronkinos' brothel business by starting one of his own. What a mistake! I guess the mob existed even in ancient Greece!

Actual battles are chronicled and described in horrific detail by our fictional character. Deon🐺🔪 is a man with a photographic memory and a talent for mathematics. Deon🐺🔪 is now the commander of a unit of horse 🐎 soldiers in Alexander's Army.

It's a first person accounting, with all the blood, gore, terror, and cruelty of ancient war.
As expected, the book is quite violent and bloody while Deon🐺🔪 describes the battle scenes up close and personal.

When Deon🐺🔪 saves the life of a general, his life changes. General Eumenes realizes his talents and hires him as his adjutant, so no more fighting.

Then Alexander dies💀 in India, and the posturing by his generals and the division of his empire begins. He left no known will. His body is embalmed💀 and is escorted back towards Macedon with great pomp, but even his body is worth fighting over! Men will do anything for Power!

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I also got this ebook with KU.

I absolutely loved this fictional first person account of a soldier's life🐺🔪 in the vast army of Alexander. Deon🐺🔪 has spent nearly ten years away at war, trying to earn the 💰money to free his wife💃 and daughter. Incredible world 🌎building by Author Penner📚!
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bernard mcintyre
4.0 out of 5 stars Very good read.
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2022
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This will maintain your interest from cover to cover. Many of the locations are familiar as I have tried those steps and seen those sites. Author does a great job.
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Duane
5.0 out of 5 stars Very creative!
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024
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Author weaves the story beautifully! I'm on to his next book immediately! This was a very pleasant surprise as a chance selection!
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Jo
3.0 out of 5 stars Deeply researched, but laboriously plotted - 3 stars
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2020
Preface: I received a free copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
Explicit content: Violence, death, war, implied sexual assault, implied sexual intercourse

This genre isn't my usual (I haven't read a sword & sandals type story since Bellerophon: Son of Poseidon, I think), but I thought I'd dip my toes into it again. Overall, it was pretty much what I'd expected - geared towards action and plot, less towards characters - though it was pretty long-winded. I think there's a lot in here that isn't necessarily important to the story or plot, but is there simply because the author researched it and thought it was neat. There's an awful lot about various battles and campaigns that aren't too important, and a lot of wandering around without any clear guide or goal. The setting is also glossed over, for the most part - it's just generic desert, with generic people scattered throughout.

The story really shines when we're actually on the trail for the main prize: a secondary city of Atlantis, where their riches and weapons were supposed to have been hidden. Following the clues and figuring out the central mystery was the most interesting part of the novel. The interactions between our hero and Eurydice were interesting, too; she was a pretty decent female character for this sort of novel (a little over-sexualized, but still intelligent and capable). The other characters aren't too deep, aside from maybe Eumenes, who is a complex background character.

The actual culmination of this journey was really interesting, but a little underwhelming - we don't get to spend much time with our discovery before certain events kick off, and the ultimate resolution is predictable and kinda disappointing.

Overall, I think this was a pretty standard story for the genre (based on my meager experience, at least). The plot is interesting, but overwhelmed with a lot of historical detail and fluff which, while impressive, slows down the pacing considerably. The resolution isn't quite worth the journey, for the most part, but some of the journey is engaging. It's not an incredible book, by any means, but if you're a fan of the genre or other historical novels, you may enjoy this.
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Joseph Thompson
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2021
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Slow in the beginning but turned out to be a good read. Twists and turns kept it interesting. Hard to put down.

Hard to put down . Slow at the start but turned into a really good read. Twists and turns kept it interesting .
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Evelyn Pope
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2023
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Great reading. I enjoyed every page, except for the Atlantis part. Good warring scenes, bloody, gory, just the perfect elements to keep you going. I'm not really into the fantasy of the existence of Atlantis, but the book is good. Historical figures of the ancient world come to life. I'm really glad I picked up this book
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5.0 out of 5 stars Atlantis Papyrus
Reviewed in Canada on December 1, 2023
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It took me a while to read this. I like historical novels and especially anything regarding Atlantis. The charaand the references were very entertaining.
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Terry Tarff
5.0 out of 5 stars A very pacy book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 24, 2024
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This book is very enjoyable it reads at a fair old pace, with good characterisation. I found the plot held my interest throughout.
I'm now looking forward to readingBook 2 of the series.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A good adventurous romp
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 22, 2019
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I enjoyed it a lot, a short book, but appears well researched. Well paced storyline with several twists and turns. Well worth a read
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richard robichaud
5.0 out of 5 stars A gift
Reviewed in Canada on June 21, 2023
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My wife likes it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 23, 2021
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Thoroughly enjoyable and gritty, Deon the lead character is both wise and adventurous, naive and conflicted he is a fallible hero. Great storyline, reminded me a little of Clive Cussler, but set in the times of antiquity.
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