Fascinating surveys cover topics as diverse as Kabbalah, alchemy, cryptology, and Tarot, along with Masonry, gemology, and the identity of William Shakespeare. Hall examines the secrets of Isis along with arcane aspects of mystic Christianity and other religions. Compelling themes range from the riddle of the Sphinx and the tenets of Pythagorean astronomy to the symbolism of the pentagram, the significance of the Ark of the Covenant, and the design of the American flag.Īcclaimed by Publishers Weekly as "a classic reference, dizzying in its breadth," this remarkable resource was compiled by the founder of the Philosophical Research Society. Unrivaled in its beauty and completeness, it distills ancient and modern teachings of nearly 600 experts. This key to the world's esoteric traditions unlocks some of the most fascinating and closely held secrets of myth, religion, and philosophy. Anyway: far more than a bridge book, this will heighten anticipation for a no-doubt exciting conclusion.Originally published: San Francisco: H. One quibble: Jayden keeps looking into Kadesh’s “eyes,” even though he’s only got the one. Just as good is her pacing, which gets the blood pumping for both characters and readers. Little’s descriptions of the landscape are evocative in both desolation and in beauty.
Jayden achieves almost superhero status here, moving from adventure to adventure-not even a near-death stoning can stop her. First, however, they must face betrayal, danger, and a waiting evil. Gathering an army, Kadesh is determined to return to his faraway home, where the valuable frankincense grows, and introduce Jayden as his future bride. But that perilous trip is only the first of the dangers to come.
Traveling bravely through the desert, Jayden finds him. Scarred and missing an eye, yes, but he’s escaped the clutches of Horeb, Jayden’s malicious betrothed. This sequel to Forbidden(2014) picks up with desert girl Jayden, distraught that the young man she loves, Kadesh, might have died.
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