The Devil's Elixir

By: Raymond Khoury

Narrated by: Richard Ferrone

FBI agent Sean Reilly and his girlfriend, archaeologist Tess Chaykin, heroes of Raymond Khoury's bestselling Templar novels, return in another edge-of-your-seat thriller that reaches from present day back to 1700s Mexico-and possibly beyond.

What if there was a drug, previously lost to history in the jungles of Central America, capable of inducing an experience so momentous-and so unsettling-that it might shake the very foundations of Western civilization?

What if powerful forces on both sides of the law got wind of that drug and launched a vicious, uncompromising pursuit to possess it?

In Raymond Khoury's million-copy-selling Templar novels, Reilly and Tess traveled the globe to unravel ancient mysteries with present-day ramifications. In The Devil's Elixir, they find themselves dragged into a race-against the clock, against a brutal drug kingpin known as "El Brujo"-the sorcerer-and even against government authorities-to merge two divergent trails, one several hundred years old, the other as current as a heartbeat, that could drag humanity to the brink of self- destruction.

Packed with the nonstop suspense and unexpected twists Raymond Khoury fans delight in, The Devil's Elixir is destined for bestseller lists everywhere.

Critic reviews

Praise for The Devil’s Elixir

“The author provides enough contextual backstory for new readers without risking vexing loyal fans. His ample cultural references are fresh, and most should withstand the test of time. History, mystery, suspense, and action—Khoury knows the recipe for a good read.”—Library Journal

“A fine thriller to start the new year with. A sure bet for fans of Steve Berry and James Rollins, too.”—Booklist

not as good as first 2 but still enjoyed

I will admit that this isn't as good as the first two but I thoroughly enjoyed this still. didn't love the first person parts of reilly I think the author had found enough ways to tell the people's thoughts in the first two books but it grew on me as the book went on. overall I enjoyed it

Trippy!

The plot was really well-crafted, and the issues of Psychology were really intriguing. The narrator, as always, does a minimal job.

Solid book that fits Khoury’s style nicely

I must admit, I was happy with the shift away from the Templar theme that drove the story in the last 2 books. On the other hand, it lacked many of the historical asides that I enjoyed with those stories. Nevertheless, it’s on point with Mr. Khoury’s ability to weave details, intrigue, twists, action, and a hint of romance into a book’s pages.

Stick to the earlier Templar books.

This book was advertised as being part of the Templar series. While the central character was in the previous two books, this one has no connection to Templer history, lore,etc. The story line was ok but the violence was too graphic for my tastes. I did like how chapters were told at times from the first person and from third person in others.

Intriguing topic

Captivating story, definitely keeps you hooked. As usual the topic is controversial, and we are kept guessing. From shamanism to reincarnation, you are in for a ride.