Review of The Illuminati Conspiracy

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Reading historical fiction is a challenge for me. I need to read up on the real historical background first to appreciate the fiction. I do recall Dan Brown referring to the Illuminati in "Angels and Demons," and he had me transfixed. But Dan Brown, at least for me, is a class act. His bashers say he doesn't deserve his success. Will Richard Rees fare better than Brown in the area of believability?
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It is a mind-blowing read. Shadow plots in a historical-fiction sounds promising. Because of everything going on in the world currently, I know that everyone wants to make the world a better place. We need to learn from history when a secret society and well-established cult ruled the world so that we could prevent to repeat the past. Or maybe it just happenbefore our eyes but we couldn't tell cause that how the conspiracy work. Thank you for a nice review.
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It certainly sounds like this book hits many of the key points I love in a good story; historical fiction with a healthy consipiracy theory is right up my alley!
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I am a historical fiction fanatic, but this book about the Illuminati doesn't seem to be interesting enough to keep me engaged.
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I absolutely love it when authors go out of their way to demonstrate their extensive knowledge and research throughout their books. Based on what you have written in the review, it seems like this book is one that is highly educational, and id love to check out this book at some point.
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This sounds like incredible historical fiction. I’d love to read more about the Illuminati because that’s a subject I know almost nothing about. Congratulations on BOTD!
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I am a great fan of history. A book that talks about plots prevalent during the French and British conflicts is certainly a great read for me. This book has piqued my interest. I cannot wait to finish reading this book. Congratulations on being BOTD.
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The book is a historical fiction and has the propensity to be based on reality, and there are sure-fire lessons. Richard Rees does adequate research on the era this book is set. It is a must read for History and Conspiracy Lovers.
The review is superb.
Congratulations on Botd 🎉
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The role of the Illuminati in toppling governments and kingdoms seems ancient. In this historical fiction, the author brilliantly exposes the schemes of the Illuminati and their agenda of changing the world order.
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I initially thought this would be a book seeking to debunk conspiracies around a spiritual organisation or sect. Thanks to you review, I now understand it is a historical fiction book.
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I really enjoyed the storyline of the book. Historical fiction are part of my best books. I look forward to reading this one.
Your review was insightful.
Kudos!
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I'm not a historical fiction fan because I'm not well-versed in world history. I do want to say congratulations to the author for having the BOTD.
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I enjoyed the review. I like historical fiction, especially from this time period. From your review it sounds lime this one does justice to the culture of the period. Thanks for the review.
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I enjoy reading about conspiracy theories however I do not like historical books. Nicely done review!
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I love reading historical fiction books and this seems like an interesting book from the way the author shows that the world keeps changing rapidly with science, technology and so much more.
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