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A suspense thriller based on actual people, places, events and revelations--

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Ian Baringer may have stumbled upon the greatest discovery of all time. Or the greatest curse . . .
As a child, Ian lost his parents in a horrific accident, seeing them give their lives to save his. He never fully recovered, burying pangs of guilt, clinging to religion’s promise that... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)

Ian Baringer may have stumbled upon the greatest discovery of all time. Or the greatest curse . . .
As a child, Ian lost his parents in a horrific accident, seeing them give their lives to save his. He never fully recovered, burying pangs of guilt, clinging to religion’s promise that someday he’d see his parents again.
But now his demons have resurfaced. Despite the help of Angela Weber, the brilliant psychologist who loves him, he’s in the grip of an obsession. He no longer trusts in an afterlife, he must know for certain if the soul survives death.
And incredibly, he’s found a way. A risky bid to slip over to the other side and return with Knowledge of the Great Beyond. Knowledge that can be verified by anyone willing to follow his footsteps.
The implications are staggering. Proof of a hereafter. Of God, Himself. Knowledge to halt wars. To end at last the ancient animosities between Faiths.
Or perhaps a Knowledge to doom us all . . .
Some believe it a sacrilege to pry open death’s door, with dire consequences for Humanity. A shadowy brotherhood is sworn to destroy all trespassers, and Ian and Angela have but one hope to survive. They must defy the gates of heaven and hell to steal a Knowledge hidden from the world since the dawn of creation.

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  • “One of the most intriguing tales of the decade." --Clive Cussler, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of "The Wrecker.”
  • “A fantastical puzzle of mystery upon mystery set against the broad tapestry of a fierce, diabolical running battle that actually culminates in heaven and hell. I defy anybody to put this one down!” --David Hagberg, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of "The Expediter.”
  • “'The Knowledge of Good & Evil' is a tough, savory, formidable thriller layered with plenty of angst and adventure. Glenn Kleier is a pro who delivers his promising premise with a flawless execution.” —Steve Berry, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of "The Paris Vendetta."”

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Events take place in California, Kentucky, the Caribbean, Italy, Ireland, Austria, Prague, Switzerland, Sri Lanka, Thailand, French Guyana, Hell, and Heaven
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  1. Glenn Kleier (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Macmillan
Country: USA
Publication Date: July 19, 2011
ISBN: 076532377X
Page Count: 417

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