Absolute Proof

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I know this is going to sound strange, but I’ve recently been given absolute proof of God’s existence – and I’ve been advised there is a writer, a respected journalist called Ross Hunter, who could help me to get taken seriously.’ Plus I tend to get interrupted a lot during the day so having to stop what I am listening to is sometimes harder than just putting a bookmark in. However, I have been spending more time in my car lately with my little one. The journey takes him, from Glastonbury to Paris and Egypt where he realises he has been followed and someone tries to kill him, but as Ross has been in danger in all his investigative career, he seems to take it all in his stride. There are several people hunting him down, all with their own agendas. But, this makes Ross even more interested to find out is God really exists. P: It's so easy to forget that storytelling was an oral tradition, and we only put it down to record it. I still think that the greatest compliment you can pay any novel is to narrate it because you're getting it in the voice of the author.

Absolute Proof – Peter James

The writing is elaborate and fast-paced. The characters are troubled, tireless, and multifaceted. And the plot is an intricate tale that will have you contemplating the possible final resting place of historical artefacts, the complexity, and significance of DNA testing and our genetic ancestry, and the enormous effects and implications actual proof of God would have on various organizations around the world. The phone call that could ultimately change the whole of mankind, is from an elderly gentleman claiming that he has absolute proof of God’s existence, and he believes Ross is the only person who can help him get the message out there, and ultimately save the world! Ross Hunter, Investigative Journalist learns there may be absolute proof of the existence of God and decides to investigate. Under serious threat from several organisations who seek the evidence Ross is gathering, Absolute Proof has been compared to The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown. I loved The Da Vinci Code so decided to give this a go, however the only connection I could see was the concept of Jesus Christ's DNA being passed down to the present day. Despite the hieroglyphics on the cover, there are no puzzles or riddles to solve here. In fact, Ross's trip to Egypt was brief and hieroglyphics didn't factor in the story at all so I have no idea why they grace the cover. And the ending? Where do I start? The ending left far too many unanswered questions (see spoiler protected bit below). It was ambiguous and anti climactic and I expected more from an award winning author who has sold more than 19 million books. Absolute Proof was a meandering novel with some interesting points about religion but the unresolved ending left me underwhelmed and unlikely to seek out any of his other novels.A thought provoking stand alone novel from top author Peter James that will certainly entertain. This book is different from the Roy Grace novels I have read by this author and is more akin to Dan Brown's Da Vinci code as pointed out by others. But even with that said, I thought it was fascinating that the book raised those kinds of questions and it’s always a lot of fun to read something that has that effect. It was made even better by the fact that those sorts of ethical and philosophical questions came about at the same time as an action adventure novel was happening. As for the end? The useless wife conveniently divorces by text, the baddies die and the evidence is lost. The amount of facts, quotes ( and not rambling boring ones), historical info, theological debate ( please dont let the word theological put you off, its anything but boring ) differing religions perspectives and points of debate are mind blowing and what I found fascinating was that with all of those ( intertwined into a story ) it should have been ‘hard going’ or ‘tiresome’....it wasn’t, it was all fascinating ( and for me to say that about discussions on DNA it says a lot ) I am a stay at home mom and the closest form of toddler entertainment is about an hour away in Portland. So a few times a week I spend about 2 hours on the road. My little boy is perfectly content watching traffic going by or playing a game. Now mommy on the other hand likes to multitask. So when this audiobook came up, I was intrigued and since I have been driving so much more lately, I was eager to give this one a try……plus I love Hugh Bonneville so there’s that.

Peter James and Hugh Bonneville in conversation - Pan Macmillan Peter James and Hugh Bonneville in conversation - Pan Macmillan

If this sounds like your cup of tea then give it a go. I have heard it being compared to the Da Vinci Code. I actually really enjoyed the Da Vinci Code... Not the movie, but the book... And in a lot of ways I can see the comparison. So if you enjoyed The Da Vinci Code and want a similar themed book, this one might be right up your alley. Despite his inner questioning and the substantial threats that Hunter receives: on a scale way beyond anything he has experienced previously, Hunter's journalistic instincts will not allow him to give up his search for this crucial evidence. I initially kept ‘putting off’ reading this book, with my beliefs,did I want to read a book about proving Gods existence? I am so glad I took the risk and read it Cousins Angus and Pete live in separate monasteries but both live a life of silence, solitude and devotion to The Lord. They need no ‘proof’ to hold onto their faith.First off, if you have read Peter James before and loved his D.I.Grace books then don’t imagine this is like them, its a total stand alone book, and completely different to his other books ( btw I love the D.I.Grace series ) I’d just like to assure you I’m not a nutcase, Mr Hunter. My name is Dr Harry F. Cook. I know this is going to sound strange, but I’ve recently been given absolute proof of God’s existence – and I’ve been advised there is a writer, a respected journalist called Ross Hunter, who could help me to get taken seriously.’

Peter James – Absolute Proof [REVIEW] - Dane Cobain Peter James – Absolute Proof [REVIEW] - Dane Cobain

The main character is supposed to be this high flying investigative journalist. Why then is he so credulous and naive? He seems intent to rehash what is going on to anyone that so much as looks at him when you would think he would be keeping his cards close to his chest. His deductive leaps that the finds at Glastonbury and in Egypt are remnants of Jesus Christ are farcical and that then becomes canonical for the remaining third or so of the book - all that is proven are that there is a genetic match. No caveat that with the age of the samples and natural degradation that so few alleles would be recovered that a match is tenuous at best. I am not even sure that DNA extraction from a single tooth of the supposed age of this one would reveal enough DNA to test but found that I couldn't even dig up the wherewithal to research the current advances in extraction technology. Thanks to NetGalley and Publishers Group Canada for an advanced copy of this thought provoking and interesting book. It raises important concerns about the nature of God and science. The plot ventures into Dan Brown territory, which to me is a positive thing. The story is long and complex, but easy and compelling reading. After finding a couple of relics which he has had scientifically analyzed, his final answer to the mystery and proof is in Los Angeles. His fearful and angry wife insists that he sell his objects to the Vatican or the pharmaceutical company, both having tempted them with huge sums of money. In Los Angeles he meets with a mysterious man whom we met very early in the story, and is vital to the plot. Pursuing Ross to LA are a contract killer who is eavesdropping on his hotel room, and several members of the pharmaceutical company. His life is in jeopardy as well as his marriage. At first I found this difficult to get into, but once I identified the different characters I was completely hooked!!!Hunter must first decipher the clues given to him before he can find the ancient relics however there are people willing to kill to get their hands on the items and his every move, every conversation is being monitored. His quest to find absolute proof will take him from England to Egypt then LA and place him, his wife and unborn child in grave danger.

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The thing about this book is that there’s so much going on here that there’s a little bit of something for everyone. Even though the majority of it is all about action and the oddities of religion, there’s also a bunch of other stuff along with great characterisation and an ensemble cast where no one is safe. You never know who might die next. Ross Hunter recieves a phone call from a man of questionable sanity who tells him that he can lrove Gods existance. Ross's natural natural curiosity gets the better of him . Dr Harry Cook is a retired professor and he asks Ross not to dismiss him as a crazy old man. Ross is always on the lookout for his next big scoop and he's gradually becoming intrigued as he wants to prove the possibility of Gods existance, especially with others also showing an intrest. Ross I'd hoping that this is going to be the biggest story of his career. What would it take to prove the existence of God? And what would be the consequences? This question and its answer lie at the heart of Absolute Proof.What would it take to prove the existence of God? And what would be the consequences? Peter James' gripping thriller Absolute Proof follows the journey of investigative reporter, Ross Hunter, who is soon to discover the answers to those very questions.