Deception Strike

Rise of the Anunnaki, Book 2

By: C.A. Gray

Narrated by: James R Cheatham

The volcanic eruption on Deception Island, Antarctica has destroyed potentially the most significant archaeological find in human history… but not before the mysterious rune it produced somehow saved the lives of two of the most powerful members of the Order of the Global Brotherhood. In an act of apparent magnanimity, the Order’s chairman, Thierry Voltaire, provides funding to offer that same rune of health and vitality to the global population in the form of a tattoo, free of charge. But how does the rune actually work? And is the real motive simply philanthropic goodwill—or is there a more nefarious goal?

Ethan and Elle, together with other former members of the Deception Station team, attempt to unravel this mystery. Elle’s sister Ali jumps on the rune bandwagon as an early adopter, promoting it to all her social media followers. Yet the rune “patient zero,” Ariel, now languishes in a mental hospital, and Ethan’s former business partner Graham believes that the Order initiation somehow opened him up to oppression by an unseen force. Randy, meanwhile, bitter at the loss of the glory as lead archaeologist of the Deception Island research team, is bound and determined to put Mitch and Cary behind bars.

As the Order swells to become a global juggernaut, Ethan, Mitch, and their team race against time to disrupt their energy monopoly, thus undercutting the source of their power. But are their enemies really who they think they are? And do they understand the consequences that are truly at stake?

©2024 C.A. Gray (P)2025 Lauren Deville Baden

Awesome

This sequel was better than the first one, in my humble opinion. Great rhythm, nice reveals....kept me engaged and concerned for certain characters. Excellent work from narrator too

Worth checking out

This definatly wasn't what I was expecting but a good read. It starts slow but stick with it, it's worth a read. I received a free copy and left my honest review.

A good part 2

A direct continuation of book one. Still well written and keeps you involved. Brings this story to a conclusion with plenty of material for the next chapter. Will be looking forward to reading more.
Narrator is the same as the first book but by now he has become the story so I didn’t notice any issues. Good job with various voices as usual.
I received this free review audiobook and I am voluntarily leaving this unbiased review.

Rnjoyed both books

I liked the way things from Genesis got tied into current events in the story. Enjoyed the chatacters. Very well performed. Hope there's another book coming. I'm intrigued by the ending.

Great story

I enjoyed the story itself and the plot, even the characters. The only thing I didn't care for was the narrator. He made all the characters sound like they have a whine to their voice. It was very grinding on my nerves.