Captivating and an easy listen

If you are looking for something that isn’t very difficult to follow with enough happening that you don’t get bored then this is a good option. It does have some religious stuff in it, but like those books that write about biblical things in an alternate universe type thing.

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Gripping story. Excellent book!

It's been a while since a book has captured me like this one. Gripped from beginning to end. It crescendos perfectly gaining intensity. Look forward to the next book. The narrator is excellent and captures the feel of the book. The author would be proud of the way it was read. Hope others enjoy it as much as I did.

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A really good read

Where does Sanctus rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is one of the books i have enjoyed the most this year

What did you like best about this story?

I enjoyed the fact that it was really fast paced - it was like watching a good drama on TV

Have you listened to any of Jonathan Keeble’s other performances? How does this one compare?

I have not listened to Jonathan Keeble before but he is a good narrator. he really brings the story to life

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

what is the ancient secret that men will die for?

Any additional comments?

great book, can't wait to read the next one!

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A good story that keeps you interested

Would you listen to Sanctus again? Why?

I would listen to this book again at some point if only to get to grips with the characters. There are qute a few of them and the story flits between their points of view, so sometimes it is difficult to keep track of what is going on if not paying 100% attention.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Gabriel, because he was just so down to earth

Have you listened to any of Jonathan Keeble’s other performances? How does this one compare?

I've not listened to any other recordings by Jonathan Keeble as far as I'm aware, but he does an excellent job of narrating this book. Characters have different voices so it is easier to follow this story and the accents are not as confusing as it would otherwise be.
I would definitely be happy to listen to more by this narrator.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, I wouldn't want to listen to this all in one got, but I did find that as it drew towards the end I didn't want to stop.

Any additional comments?

An interesting book sometimes, specially at the start, I felt the point of view shifted too often between different characters and it was rather confusing until the main ones started to emerge and the story became clearer.
I did not expect the ending, and it seems quite fitting for the story. I was not disappointed and felt it was a good way to finish.

All in all recommended.

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Excellent Thriller

This was a really enjoyable book. The story was fast paced and the characters were interesting and had very interesting stories, especially the main female character. I really want to rave more about the story but I’m afraid of giving anything away so all I can say is it’s a thriller with a fantastical element to it! I couldn't turn this off as I had to know what happened next. 5 stars also for the narrator who does a marvelous job of bringing all the characters to life. This is the first part of a trilogy and I am already counting the days until the next part is released.

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What a book

I rarely write a full review but this book deserves it. Absolutely brilliant. I found myself listening to it for hours at a time, couldn’t “put it down” so to speak. No idea where it was going or why but it was compelling, beautifully written and the narrator was excellent. Gripping to the end

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Sanctus (unabridged)

Sanctus is the first part of a trilogy by Simon Toyne and is, to put it bluntly, absolutely unputdownable. Obviously I can't say too much about the plot or it will spoil the storyline for others but, suffice to say it has sufficient twists and turns to satisfy even the most demanding reader/listener. Finally I must say that the reading is excellent... Jonathan Keeble gives an outstanding performance as ever. I have already purchased Relic which is the second part and am waiting with bated breath for the third instalment to arrive on Audible. A five star listening experience.

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kept my interest

gripping and well read but became a bit unbelievable for me towards the end and it seems now i have to read a sequel to find the ending. annoying

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Love this Series

I've read this series in paper back, kindle and now audio book. To say I love this story and the series is an understatement. The mix of history, myth, mystery and suspense is just right, not over the top like some books of this genre. Simon Toyne is a brilliant writer.

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Excellent Trilogy

Would you listen to Sanctus again? Why?

Great start to a great Trilogy

Who was your favorite character and why?

Gabriel, forceful ex Forces making strong character

Which character – as performed by Jonathan Keeble – was your favourite?

As above

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No

Any additional comments?

Read some negative comments but I found no unneccessary "padding" as in other novels.

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