An implausible, over-the-top, techno-historical, action thriller, this book is the second in his epic story series.  The first book was "Seven Deadly Wonders". 

It is a fast action, grand sweeping adventure that in spite of it's ridiculous premise provides a pure escapist joy ride  leaving you anxious to read the next installment. 

Some of the dangers have a bit of redundance in their construction.  They are cleverly blended with factual and fantastical locations that blur the line of reality. 

Characters are vivid, likeable but totally fraudulent.  It doesn't matter the weaknesses of the story as you climb aboard the roller-coaster of thrilling feats of heroism based in ancient places around the planet.

Reilly appears to have asperations of writing another "Lord of the Rings".  This book lacks the charm and the magic of Tolkien's work.  It is worth reading if you are the sort of a reader who would rather be playing Dungeons and Dragon  than hanging out in a library.