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Embassy of the Empire (James Acton Thrillers Book 28) Kindle Edition

by J. Robert Kennedy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 466 ratings
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*** FROM USA TODAY & MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR J. ROBERT KENNEDY ***

AN INCIDENT ON THE HIGH SEAS RISKS WAR BETWEEN THE USA AND CHINA.
AND AN INNOCENT ARCHAEOLOGICAL TEAM IS CAUGHT IN THE MIDDLE.

Almost two-thousand years ago, the Roman Empire established its first embassy in Han China, and something went horribly wrong, the mission now a mere footnote in history.

And today, in London, a shocking discovery is made that may be linked to those unfortunate events, and the proof could lie in the ancient capital of the Han Empire.

In a hunt for the truth, Archaeology Professors James Acton and Laura Palmer travel to China to investigate a stunning discovery—the ruins of the doomed Roman Embassy. As they arrive, a terrifying incident between two of the world’s most powerful militaries unfolds, sending not only the globe into a panic, but an innocent team of archaeologists fleeing for their lives.

It is a race against time to find safe-harbor before war is declared, and the innocent become pawns in what could devolve into World War Three.

In Embassy of the Empire, award winning and USA Today bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy once again mixes history and today’s headlines in a shocking international thriller sure to leave you burning through the pages into the late hours. If you enjoy fast-paced adventures in the style of Dan Brown, Clive Cussler, and James Rollins, then you’ll love this thrilling tale of archaeological intrigue.

Get your copy of Embassy of the Empire now, and see what happens when two great empires collide—two millennia ago, and today…


About the James Acton Thrillers:


★★★★★ "James Acton: A little bit of Jack Bauer and Indiana Jones!"

Though this book is part of the James Acton Thrillers series, it is written as a standalone novel and can be enjoyed without having read any other installments.

★★★★★ “Non-stop action that is impossible to put down.”

The James Acton Thrillers series and its spin-offs, the Special Agent Dylan Kane Thrillers and the Delta Force Unleashed Thrillers, have sold over one million copies. If you love non-stop action and intrigue with a healthy dose of humor, try James Acton today!

★★★★★ “A great blend of history and current headlines.”
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With over one million books sold, award winning and USA Today bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy has been ranked by Amazon as the #1 Bestselling Action Adventure novelist based upon combined sales. He is a full-time writer and the author of over seventy international bestsellers including the smash hit James Acton Thrillers. He's married, has an adult daughter, and is likely hard at work on his next book.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B088TKBFZD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (June 28, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 28, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 759 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
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With millions of books sold, award-winning and USA Today bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy has been ranked by Amazon as the #1 Bestselling Action Adventure novelist based upon combined sales. He is a full-time writer and the author of over seventy-five international bestsellers including the smash hit James Acton Thrillers.

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William Arnold
5.0 out of 5 stars Acton is at it again
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2021
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The professors Acton and Palmer travel to a dig in China and get themselves involved in an international crisis. Exciting and dealing with politics and intrigue, this an excellent read!
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tom oconnor
5.0 out of 5 stars Book28
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2021
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Well written book, highly researched with today's news. I've read so many of these books so I feel a friendship with his cast of characters from the education side and military side. Can't wait to read more.
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JANICE PRINCE
4.0 out of 5 stars Action, drama, history, dig sites
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2020
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I gave this book 4 stars because it simply follows the same formula that all the other Acton books follow. James and Laura are invited to a dig site in China where things are found relating to the the background story from 200 AD. In the meantime, things are very tense in the South china seas because China is claiming territory that apparently belongs to other countries as well. China is willing to start a war over this and things get extremely tense with ships at sea. Meanwhile (partly because of the battle in the South China sea), authorities have started hauling in foreigners as well as some of their own countrymen (including the Chinese gentleman who had invited the Actons to his site).

The Actons are chased and hounded with the authorities trying to capture them, so Delta Force and a few other friends are out to try and save them.

The side story from 200 AD sounds really familiar to me, as though I have read it somewhere before, but can't quite remember where. I knew right away how that story would unfold and how it would turn out.

All in all, a decent addition to the Acton series. Read it. You will like it.
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rajah622
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Kennedy Homerun.
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2021
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Kennedy does it again with another adventure concerning James Acton and Llaure Palmer. I didnt expect how things turn out but it was good.
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steve kiv
5.0 out of 5 stars Have fun
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020
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I am pretty generous with my reviews. I've read all in this series and will keep doing so. I thought I would get tired of the usual cast of characters but all my favorites were in this book and none of them dominated. Refreshing. Once I got into the book I just wanted more. It's hard to believe that mr Kennedy keeps finding more historical plots to weave into his books. Kudos
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LT
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2020
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Rob has done a superb job of creating a story of a Roman embassy created in China in 166AD. It’s a great read with James Acton and Laura Palmer again in trouble.
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Pennote1
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting & Informative
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2021
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Another exciting and informative book! I really love how suspense is mixed with historical information in the James Acton thrillers! It is also great to have all our friends and favorite characters in the story. Can't wait for the next one!
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Gordon Redfern
5.0 out of 5 stars Embassy of the Empire
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020
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Another hard to put down read. This had me in tears. J you owe me a box of tissues. If you haven't read any James Acton yet, you are missing out. Enjoy
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D W Schmidt
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great James Acton
Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2021
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This book by Kennedy had a few different twists. As always it reads quite quickly and has a good amount of history. I look forward to the next book from Kennedy.
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Carol Burnett
5.0 out of 5 stars Another 5* read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 29, 2020
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Another fantastic adventure with our favourite archeology professors, James Acton & Laura Palmer. Every story in this series teaches us a little history, tied in with modern day headlines, and this is no exception.
From ancient China to Britannia, and a forbidden love, to modern day China & the USA, and their unstable relationship, Embassy Of The Empire is full of the usual action, suspense, camaraderie and humour that we've come to expect from Rob Kennedy.
Don't expect a relaxing read; I finished it in two sessions because I had to know what happened next!
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Jason
4.0 out of 5 stars Action packed and pertinent
Reviewed in Australia on July 23, 2020
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Consistent with what we have come to expect from a James Acton novel - action, humour and relevant to today's news. If not for work getting in the way, would have read in one sitting - very hard to put down. The only thing missing for me was Delta Force - more of a cameo-role this time.
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Jules Mailloux
5.0 out of 5 stars Marvellous read,
Reviewed in Canada on December 19, 2021
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The author is very descriptive, the plot thickens along the way
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C. Dransfield
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 16, 2020
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what can I say, another excellent book from a great author. Great story, brilliant characters and well worth the read.
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