Steve Berry represents the first new author I have read in an effort to complete my "New Author Challenge" which was issued a week or two ago. And, fortunately for me, he did not disappoint. I am fascinated by the Russian Revolution and the sad fate of the Romanovs, and Berry's novel explores the possibility of the line surviving the massacre and coming forward in the present day. The action was constant and I liked the Miles Lord character because he was human and made human mistakes (like falling for the bad guys' trap). While the novel did not blow me away, I did pick up more of Berry's works, and plan to read them in the future.

Alexi and Anastasia survived the massacre? There were seemingly 2 bodies missing from that pit dug up from the 90's, which DNA tests show to be that of the royal family. And so this author picks up the fascinating plot and weaves his magic......riddles a la Da Vinci Code, double cross, murder and mayhem. Typical Steve Berry. Another must read.

Very intriguing book based on the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917 and the subsequent murder of Russia's royal family. I think I enjoyed the romantic possibility, that this book explores, of 2 of the Tsar's children actually surviving and also the idea of a Tsar being reinstated in Russia.

I have to admit, I had to suspend disbelief more than once while reading this; for instance, I wondered just how many times the main character, Miles Lord, could escape/survive attempts to kill and torture him. I also found the relationship between Lord and Petrovna one that seemed typical somehow in other books; the Bondish protagonist assisted by a good-looking female sidekick.

Great book and worth the read, especially if you enjoy adventure and political intrigue.

Based in the United States and Russia, the people of Russia have elected a 17 member tsar commission to elect a new tsar of all Russia. However, many of these elected members have been "purchased" to select a particular candidate. One man - Miles Lord - has discovered information about a possible surviving heir, based on writings by Vladimir Lenin and Alexandra. Only the "raven and the eagle" can locate this possible heir. A thrilling and accurate novel, I must say.

Not a bad read, it certainly swallowed a few of my nights.

This was the first Steve Berry novel I read and it made me check out his other works.

Well paced and a good balance of dialogue and narration, I recommend this novel to anyone who enjoyed The Da Vinci Code or any other adventure book.

Cheers!

I have always been fascinated with the stories of the Russian family (Anastasia etc...). So, when I came across this book, I was really excited to read it. Using fact and fiction, the author offers a unique perspective on Russian history. I found the novel to be very interesting and exciting- a real page turner!

It was an entertaining, easy read.

If you are interested in a more in-depth and better written fact/fiction novel, then I would highly recommend the Historian by Elizabeth Kostova.

I found this book when I was in my english class one day. Previous to noticing the book, I read "The Third Secret" by Steve Berry and thought it was the best book I have ever read. Now, after reading "The Romanov Prophecy" I am a Steve Berry fan for life. I just received "The Amber Room" for christmas and I can not wait to read that! I love it.

Goodbye Dan Brown and hello Steve Berry. I've read all of Brown's novels but not one of them captured me into reading it in one night. I finished this book in 4 hours and since then i have read it 3 times. Mr. Berry I am your fan!

if you loved the Davinci Code and Angels and Demons you will love this book. Lots of action twists and turns. made me want to learn more about the underlying history .

The novel is action packed and the plot is full of villians, great characters, suspense and seeks to unfold one of the geat mysteries of our time.

1 word - WOW! O.K., 2 words - WOW! BLOODY! This book is great for anyone who is NOT squeemish as it starts off extremely violent, getting blood pumping and imagination running rampant right from page 2. At parts, the gore in the book is slightly disturbing (like at the very beginning) as the author is fairly descriptive, however, he doesn't go overboard. His saving grace is the fact that Miles Lord, the protagonist, is just as disgusted by it. I read this book almost straight through to the end, only stopping to sleep and drive (yes, I even read it at work - it was that good!) This book puts Dan Brown to shame. It was a much more thrilling chase, more deception, betrayal, and a great twist. After reading two books from both Dan Brown and Steve Berry, I can wholeheartedly say that Steve Berry is the better author. He was able to keep me guessing what the twist would be right up until he revieled it. Read this book, you won't (well, shouldn't!) be disappointed!!!!!