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This is an ex-lib - book still in good condition - wrapper very good. >>> In this lively thriller by the pseudonymous Kabal (aka H. S. Bhabra). "Chas'' Winterton, Cambridge paleontologist and 10-year resident of Egypt, discovers the last testament of St. Peter in an obscure Coptic monastery. His fame, if not his fortune, is assured only if Chas can get the will authenticated. For that he applies for funding from David Medina, a slightly sinister billionaire. Taking an interest in Chas's discovery is jaded CIA agent Adams. The Vatican, represented by the murderous Fr. Paolozzi, is also involved. Against a background of terrorist bombings blamed on the Copts, Chas is rebuffed by Cambridge experts, framed for murder and soon on the run and unsure of anyone's loyalty. The desert, the delta, Cairo and Alexandria are all vivid backdrop as Chas is seduced, threatened, tortured and almost suffers a fate worse than death. >>> Millionaire David Medina offered to pay to have the scroll authenticated only if he could have it after its contents were made public. Father Paolozzi vowed to destroy it before that could happen--for the scroll that purported to be the last will and testament of Saint Peter could destroy his faith.
