Aztec Odyssey

Historical Action Adventure

By: Jay C. LaBarge

Narrated by: Samuel E. Hoke

A treasure lost to time, a string of stolen artifacts, and one archaeologist determined to expose the truth.

The year is 1521, and Tenochtitlán burns. Wracked by plague and war, the majestic Aztec empire begins to crumble. As their beloved capital city falls to the ruthless Spaniards and hordes of vengeful tribes, the Aztecs make a last-ditch attempt to secretly save their heritage before it’s lost to the sands of time forever.

Meanwhile, in the modern day, a string of high-profile robberies lays waste to archaeological sites and museums across Mesoamerica, overshadowed by a brewing nationalistic fervor which threatens to topple already fragile countries. Rumors say the artifacts hold the secret to a legendary Aztec myth - The Seven Cities of Cibola - which has concealed countless treasures for centuries.

Faced with unravelling the mysteries of both the present and the past, aspiring archaeologist Nick LaBounty embarks on a dangerous mission to solve a long-held family mystery and discover the truth behind the stolen artifacts.

He soon finds his fate irreversibly entangled with a civilization from over 500 years ago. But time is running out, and the future of both a fabulous treasure - and all Central America - teeters precariously in the balance.

©2020 Jay C. LaBarge (P)2021 Jay C. LaBarge

A Completely Worthy Listen

Excellent historical fiction covering a rarely examined age. Characters are well-rounded, the story moves along at a good pace within the context of historical and present day Meso-America. Aptly blends what is known of the culture and language into a fascinating generational quest, a la National Treasure. Bonus: the author provides a background soundtrack in the form of just enough classic blues and rock lyrics to trigger the tunes for the listener. The narration was well done - I particularly appreciated that high-tension moments were dramatically conveyed without blowing out my eardrums.

Really good story

This was a really good story with a lot of background and good characters. No heroes just regular people with problems, the narration was a regular reading with some differences in the characters, but there were times that I did not know who was talking. The story itself kept me going, usually I don't engage very well with a story if the narrator isn't giving a real performance just a reading unless the story is really good. The only issue I had was one characters death I thought it was unnecessary at the end.
I was given this free review copy audio book at my request and have voluntarily left this review

Historical Fiction & Modern Mystery

Told from the Aztec point of view from 1500+, and the modern day search for the ancient truth of it, with subplots aplenty, this book is the best of its genres. The historical fiction is very fact-based and compelling. The modern day drama has drug cartels, family history, a bit of romance, and no small amount of action/adventure. You'll enjoy all 14+ hours and still want more...I got my copy from Audiobooks Unleashed.

Reminiscent of the historical fiction of Dan Brown

Aztec Odyssey: Historical Action-Adventure (Nick LaBounty Series Book 1), my first read from author Jay C. LaBarge Outstanding fiction, well-written with characters & a plot you can buy into with unexpected twists & turns. I look forward to the next book he writes. I HAVE FOUND A NEW OUTSTANDING AUTHOR and it looks like a new series as well! Reminiscent of the historical fiction of Dan Brown or Blair Howard or Kate Mosse. Samuel E. Hoke's narration adds to the enjoyment of the book. “I received a free Kindle copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).

very good

Loved it !! this story. the narrator is so fantastic it's like your really there!! excellent overall