What Readers and Reviewers said about the book that started it all -
“An intellect's version of The Mummy...
Roy Lester Pond provides a sumptuous feast on which to devour multiple strands of Egypt's ancient past and potential future.
Initially set out as an ambiguous investigation by the US Homeland Security into a possible terrorist threat culminating in the recent murder of controversial Egyptologist, Anson Hunter's father - the plot is interspersed with a tale of ancient Egypt. An ancient hunter's fate to recapture the Goddess of
devastation and entomb himself with her in order to save Egypt is particularly beautiful and lifts the overall book beyond the normal conspiratorial-action-thriller. A wonderfully clever and original story - “The Truth About Books”, UK
"An amazing read that grabs your attention straight away. I'm very into mythology and especially love the Egyptian era as there is so much scope and potential... I did like the inlaid mythical legend about the Cat of Destruction that was a woman at times and then changed into a marauding giant cat at others - awesome!” - A reader’s comment, The Truth About Books.
“Compellingly brought to life in modern day Egypt… The Smiting Texts is a fast paced adventure story that will pull you in and won’t let go, even after you turn the last page.
The Smiting Texts was a very enjoyable read which fans of Indiana Jones and the Stargate franchise would do well to dive into. Although the book is written in the third person, the reader is only ever exposed to information within the protagonist – ‘alternative Egyptologist Anson Hunter’s - sphere of perception, creating a sense of experience and empathy that draws you in from the start.
I believe Hunter will be a universally likeable lead in that, although the book deals with some controversial ideas, Hunter himself holds no strong opinions that could interfere with the reader’s own involvement in the story. He is equally likeable due to his sarcastic observations and dry wit as he is due to his agreeable nature.
An entertaining novel which will probably have you searching for “The ‘Other Egypt’” as soon as you put it down – just in case.” - Read Between the Lines, Edinburgh
“The Smiting Texts is a thrill from the beginning and it will appeal to anyone with an interest in the archaeological thriller. Each page begs the next and the dynamic writing style contributes to the book’s readability.
The network of characters is developed in such a way that the reader is not instructed what to think, but rather is allowed to form an opinion based on dialogue and thoughts… the likeable characters will make you cheer for their good fortune and shudder at their mistakes. A memorable book that will certainly leave the reader wanting more.’ - Reviewer
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