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In Tongues of the Dead

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In Tongues of the Dead

by Brad Kelln

ECW Press | April 1, 2009 | Hardcover

Inspired by a real manuscript in the rare book library at Yale University—and centering on the insights of an autistic child—this fast-moving mystery brings together the fields of cryptology, church history, and clinical psychology. As the tale begins, Father Ronald McCallum is a Vatican guard secretly placed to watch over a 400-year-old document written in a code that has never been deciphered. He is startled one day when a boy visiting the library appears to read from the manuscript's pages. After some consultation, the Vatican decides to send in an expert—Father Benicio Valori, a priest and clinical psychologist—to verify the boy's surprising skills. These efforts are thwarted, however, when the manuscript is stolen by mysterious agents hoping to prevent its secrets from being exposed. Fearing for the child's life, Father Valori takes young Matthew and flees to Canada to consult his trusted friend, Dr. Jake Tunnel, a fellow psychologist; and soon the two men begin to unveil the biblical origins of the stolen manuscript—and to develop a theory of their own about why this autistic child can decode it so successfully.

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    Rating: 3/5

    Definitely a page turner but...

    Joi

    3 years ago

    The synopsis on the back was very intriguing and its resemblance to certain elements from the Da Vinci Code was undeniable. It was mainly why I decided to read it. The story revolved around an autistic child who had the ability to decipher and read an ancient document. However, the main characters were poorly developed and could have had more of a backstory to them. Nevertheless, it was difficult to put the book down and I finished it in 2 days, but by the end of it, I was left somewhat confused since the ending was rather rushed. Overall a good read if you're looking for something like the Da Vinci Code, but it does not quite measure up.

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    Rating: 5/5

    Super Great

    Susie B

    3 years ago

    I read constantly but never before was so caught up, in a book, from the first word to the last -- and was left wishing for more. Enjoyed the characterization, the biblical aspect, the mystery element, the location descriptions, the short fast chapters and swift movement of the story. Yes this was truly a wonderful read.

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    Rating: 5/5

    A could not put down...

    Dallas Sadler

    4 years ago

    A light read that I could not put down and had to read in one day.....this is a book that I literally did nothing all day but sit and read.....a definate WHAT IF book.....

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    Rating: 3/5

    Great idea but I need more!

    Amy

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    4 years ago

    The blurb on the inside cover basically covers the first few chapters (read it...it really captured my interest immediately) and then the real story begins. It's mystery mixed with faith (or not!). I liked the pacing, I was never bored. I still felt like something was missing but I'm not sure what. Perhaps more religious history would satisfy my curiosity. I would give this 3.5 stars if I could.

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Inspired by a real manuscript in the rare book library at Yale University—and centering on the insights of an autistic child—this fast-moving mystery brings together the fields of cryptology, church history, and clinical psychology. As the tale begins, Father Ronald McCallum is a Vatican guard secretly placed to watch over a 400-year-old document written in a code that has never been deciphered. He is startled one day when a boy visiting the library appears to read from the manuscript's pages. After some consultation, the Vatican decides to send in an expert—Father Benicio Valori, a priest and clinical psychologist—to verify the boy's surprising skills. These efforts are thwarted, however, when the manuscript is stolen by mysterious agents hoping to prevent its secrets from being exposed. Fearing for the child's life, Father Valori takes young Matthew and flees to Canada to consult his trusted friend, Dr. Jake Tunnel, a fellow psychologist; and soon the two men begin to unveil the biblical origins of the stolen manuscript—and to develop a theory of their own about why this autistic child can decode it so successfully.

About the Author

Brad Kelln is a clinical and forensic psychologist and special consultant on hostage negotiation. He is the author of Lost Sanity. He lives in Windsor, Nova Scotia.

Hardcover

264 Pages, 6 x 9 x 1.1 in

April 1, 2009

ECW Press

English


1550228307
9781550228304

From the Critics

"A page-turner and the writing [is] solidly strong from beginning to end. . . . Kelln is adept at guiding us through the intricacies of church history and scientific theory without ever dropping the thread of the narrative."  —Atlantic Books Today

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