Conspiracy thriller

The Code of Retribution

PART ONE

By ES Tens

Detective David Newman believes he is investigating yet another ritual murder. Instead, he stumbles upon a truth powerful enough to shatter everything he has ever believed in.

Pages

656

Published

2024

Format

Paperback
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Detective David Newman believes he is investigating yet another ritual murder. Instead, he stumbles upon a truth powerful enough to shatter everything he has ever believed in.
When a brutal crime disrupts the seemingly ordered world of contemporary Britain, secrets buried for centuries begin to surface. The trail leads far beyond the conventional boundaries of criminal investigation into a web of silence, ancient symbols and hidden brotherhoods, where power wears many faces, and where codes and oaths are stronger than the law itself.
The deeper Newman delves into the case, the clearer it becomes that this is not simply a hunt for a killer. It is a confrontation with a concealed reality built on myth, fear, and ruthlessly guarded secrets. And there are those who will stop at nothing to keep it hidden.
The Code of Retribution is an intelligent crime thriller about secret societies, ancient conspiracies, and the dangerous interplay of power and faith: a story about the limits of truth, and the price that must be paid when someone dares to seek it.
What lies behind the façade of respectable society?
Who writes the rules of power – and who ensures they are obeyed?
This is the story of an investigation that becomes a personal battle for truth in a world constructed on silence.
Follow the signs. Break the code. Retribution is coming.
Book One marks the beginning. The story continues in The Code of Retribution – The Omega Hour.

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For lovers of crime stories, mysteries, and twists — this book is for you! The Code of Retribution will keep you hooked until the very last page!

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London Landmarks

Where ancient stone meets modern glass, the city keeps its secrets well. Along the Thames, beneath the shadow of towers and bridges, the threads of conspiracy weave through centuries—waiting for those who know where to look.

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Palace of Westminster

Location:Westminster

The Palace of Westminster and Big Ben rising beside the River Thames, with a classic red double-decker bus passing along Westminster Bridge. The scene captures one of the most iconic views of London.

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Tower Bridge at Dusk

Location:Tower Hamlets

An aerial view of London at dusk, with Tower Bridge crossing the River Thames and the city's modern skyline rising in the distance. Landmarks such as The Shard and the financial district reflect the blend of history and contemporary architecture that defines the capital.

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Canary Wharf

Location:Isle of Dogs

A view of the Canary Wharf financial district in London, one of the city's major business and banking centers. Modern skyscrapers belonging to global financial institutions dominate the skyline, reflecting London's role as one of the world's leading financial capitals.

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St Paul's Cathedral

Location:City of London

A view of St Paul's Cathedral, one of London's most famous landmarks and a masterpiece of English Baroque architecture designed by Sir Christopher Wren. The grand dome dominates the skyline, while red double-decker buses pass by, reflecting the vibrant rhythm of everyday life in the city.

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St James's Park

Location:Westminster

A peaceful view of St James's Park in central London, with its lake, lush greenery, and elegant historic buildings rising in the background. The park offers a tranquil escape in the heart of the city and is one of London's most beloved royal parks.

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London Eye

Location:South Bank

The London Eye rising above the River Thames at sunset, offering one of the most famous views of the British capital. The giant observation wheel stands beside the historic County Hall, reflecting the vibrant skyline of London.

The Dossier

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