Genre: Religious
Satire
Description:
“The most hopelessly enslaved consider themselves free...
A mysterious, ancient manuscript is found two miles underground in a
goldmine. Archaeologists are fascinated, and the story gains the attention of
the Vatican.
Archaeologist Dr. Manuel Consuelo is intrigued by the artifact, and
believes it will divulge information never previously accessible to humans.
This other-worldly manuscript will confirm his notions, once he is finally able
to examine it, under the watchful eye of the Vatican.
However, his conclusions outrage the clergy. Is humanity free, or are
we the subjects of invisible overlords? Is control exerted on this earth
through the reign of kings, priests and dictators, as shills for the overlords?
In this remarkable novel, author Lorin Brandon imagines human
existence in a different light; one that establishes our true existence and
allows us to imagine greater freedoms, instead of complacent control and
manipulation. Perhaps this artifact possesses the potential to enable humanity
to envision a more liberated, truthful existence.”
Author:
I was unable to find any information about the author.
Appraisal:
This novel is designed to make you think. It imagines that the world
is controlled by what are described as “overlords.” We humans on earth are the
equivalent to livestock to these overlords who use religion as a means of
controlling their flock. But when an ancient manuscript is discovered that
explains this, as you might expect, it causes some concern in the halls of
power.
I enjoyed what I’ll describe as the main story thread, what was
happening on the surface, the conflict between the scientists of academia and
religious leadership, in this case the pope and other high ranking Vatican
officials. That part of the story is full of conflict, obviously fictional, but
easy to imagine and it makes a good story. But I probably enjoyed even more what
I’ll call the subtle critique of religion, the logic (or lack thereof) behind
it, and the ideas that might make a person who is religious question their
beliefs. Or maybe not. I expect different people will react in different ways
to the underlying questions raised by this story, and that’s okay. It will get
you thinking, regardless of what you conclude.
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FYI:
Some adult language.
Format/Typo
Issues:
No significant issues.
Rating: ****
Four Stars
Reviewed
by: BigAl
Approximate word count: 75-80,000 Words
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