The Romanov Conspiracy

A Thriller

By: Glenn Meade

Narrated by: Kate Reading

Sometimes mysteries are never solved. Sometimes there are no answers. But Dr. Laura Pavlov, an American forensic archaeologist, is about to unravel a mystery that promises to solve one of the twentieth century’s greatest enigmas.

Dr. Pavlov is a member of an international team digging on the outskirts of the present-day Russian city of Ekaterinburg, where the Romanov royal family was executed by their captors in July 1918. When Pavlov discovers two bodies perfectly preserved in permafrost in a disused mine shaft, they offer dramatic new clues to the disappearance of the Romanovs and, in particular, their famous daughter, Princess Anastasia, whose murder has always been shrouded in doubt. What Pavlov discovers is about to change the accepted course of world history and hurl her back into the past - and into a maelstrom of deceit, secrets, and lies.

Based in part on historical fact, The Romanov Conspiracy is a high-tension story of trust and betrayal, of a fight between good and evil, and of love and friendship thwarted by war, all set against one of the most bloody and brutal revolutions in world history.

Glenn Meade was born in Finglas, Dublin. Nearly all his novels have been international bestsellers, translated into over twenty languages, and have enjoyed both critical and commercial success. He worked in the field of pilot training for Aer Lingus for many years and as a journalist for the Irish Times.

©2012 Glenn Meade (P)2012 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Intriguing…Puts a fresh spin on the mystery surrounding the deaths of the Romanovs, in particular the possible escape of princess Anastasia." ( Publishers Weekly)

Great book!

WOW just WOW! This time in history has always fascinated me, it put a different life to what we already knew about the royal family, and makes you think. This book kept me on the edge of my seat!

Engrossing!

I have always been fascinated with the history of the last royal family of Russia, so this book about the end of the Romanov dynasty kept me spellbound!
I didn’t want it to end, it was that good.

Great historical fiction

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes historical fiction, especially if they're interested in the Romanov Dynasty, and more specifically if they like to ponder the 'what-ifs' related around the family's last days.

What did you like best about this story?

I like how the author blended fact and fiction without sounding like a history text, but also without coming up with outlandish and unbelievable plotlines to force the story to coincide with the time period

What about Kate Reading’s performance did you like?

I've listened to other audiobooks she's narrated and she always does a good job. She isn't stiff but also doesn't get overly dramatic.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I didn't want to listen to it all in one sitting, but I've never been one to read or listen to anything over that about 100 pages at a time. If I were on a very long drive, though, I could've listened to large chunks at a time.

Fantastic

Great read and good performance. Glen Meade is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors.

Wonderful

Wonderful book, very captivating, felt like i lived it. Can't wait to listen to more.