Imagine finding a mystical book that offers the gift of everlasting life. Would you look inside?
In The Immortal's Secret, art merges with magic to explore the seductive allure of eternal life. Dr. Benjamin Mann, a curator at the Louvre who is recovering from cancer, is thrust into an unexpected adventure when his eccentric grandfather, Josiah Mann, vanishes.
Desperate for clues, Benjamin turns to Josiah's treasured possession: a portrait called The Immortal, painted by the Renaissance master Andrea Sartore. In a violent rage, Benjamin rips The Immortal from her frame and finds a golden book-a treasure Josiah has been searching for since his youth.
The discovery leads Benjamin on a journey from Paris to Venice âduring the bubonic plague to the Sinai Desert, where he encounters a host of mysterious characters who hold clues about what happened to Josiah. As Benjamin delves deeper into Josiah's history, the identity of The Immortal, and the secret embedded in her golden book, his journey becomes a crucible, forcing him to confront his life decisions, vulnerabilities, and regrets.
Industry Reviews
The perfectly balanced blend of spirituality, romance, and mystery interlaces with lessons on "the boundary between light and darkness... [and] weak souls whose energy can be easily drawn to evil," making this as profound as it is action-packed - BookLife
Edmiston balances on the knife-edge between tension and wonder throughout, never sacrificing the story's meticulous historical detail while still delivering enough suspense to keep readers engaged - BookLife
Fans of historical fiction paired with a sliver of fantasy will find much to enjoy in the twists and turns of Benjamin's quest for the truth - BookLife
The Immortal's Secret by Alexandra Edmiston was an exhilarating journey filled with mystery, ancient deities, and forgotten artifacts. The pace was fast, and so much unfolded that I struggled to put the book down. I could not turn the pages fast enough to find out what would happen next. The immortal woman's backstory and the Golden Book's origins were captivating. Seeing how the past and present intertwine through long-hidden secrets and revelations was fascinating. The characters felt authentic and had compelling histories. I particularly enjoyed Benjamin's reaction when he discovered there was far more to his grandfather than he had realized. With the captivating plot and engaging writing style, there was never a dull moment. The history and beginnings of the immortal woman kept me engrossed, and I enjoyed reading this story. - Readers' Favourite