The Expected One: A Novel
By Kathleen McGowan
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The Magdalene Line Series: Book 1
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ISBN: 9780743563857
Whenjournalist Maureen Paschal begins the research for a new book, she has no ideathat she is stepping into an ancient mystery so secret, so revolutionary, thatthousands of people have killed and died for it. Twothousand years ago, Mary Magdalene hid a set of scrolls in the French Pyrenees:the Gospel of Mary Magdalene, her version of the life of Jesus and the eventsof the New Testament. Protected by supernatural forces, these sacred scrollscould be uncovered only by a special seeker, one who fulfills the ancientprophecy of L’Attendu, the Expected One. AsMaureen becomes immersed in the mystical lore of L’Attendu, the eerie prophecyof the Expected One casts a shadow over her life and work, and a long-buriedfamily secret comes to light. Maureen’s extraordinary journey takes her fromthe dusty streets of Jerusalem to the cathedrals of Paris to the rockyfoothills of southwest France. To search for the scrolls, she must unravelclues that link history’s great artistic masters, dynasties, and scientificminds. Ultimately, she comes face to face with Jesus Christ, Mary Magdalene,and a love triangle that changed the course of history in a deeply moving andpowerful new gospel, the greatest story never told.
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Whenjournalist Maureen Paschal begins the research for a new book, she has no ideathat she is stepping into an ancient mystery so secret, so revolutionary, thatthousands of people have killed and died for it.
Twothousand years ago, Mary Magdalene hid a set of scrolls in the French Pyrenees:the Gospel of Mary Magdalene, her version of the life of Jesus and the eventsof the New Testament. Protected by supernatural forces, these sacred scrollscould be uncovered only by a special seeker, one who fulfills the ancientprophecy of L’Attendu, the Expected One.
AsMaureen becomes immersed in the mystical lore of L’Attendu, the eerie prophecyof the Expected One casts a shadow over her life and work, and a long-buriedfamily secret comes to light. Maureen’s extraordinary journey takes her fromthe dusty streets of Jerusalem to the cathedrals of Paris to the rockyfoothills of southwest France. To search for the scrolls, she must unravelclues that link history’s great artistic masters, dynasties, and scientificminds. Ultimately, she comes face to face with Jesus Christ, Mary Magdalene,and a love triangle that changed the course of history in a deeply moving andpowerful new gospel, the greatest story never told.
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Author
Author Bio: Kathleen McGowan
Kathleen McGowan’s books have developed an international cult following since her debut novel, The Expected One. Her unique style of historical fiction combines unprecedented field research with inspired storytelling. She is also a dedicated activist, and commits a portion of her time and royalties to organizations that protect women and children from the horrors of human trafficking and sexual slavery. She has teamed up with the Emancipation Network and Made by Survivors to fund and participate in programs which provide shelter and safety for victims of abuse and raise awareness of this global epidemic. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and sons.
Details
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| Available Formats : | Digital Download |
| Runtime: | 17.90 |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
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