The lost book of the grail a novel

Book overview from the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest through time to discover a missing manuscript, the unknown history of an english cathedral, and the secret of the holy grail arthur prescott is happiest when surrounded by the ancient books and manuscripts of. First, do the words king arthur and holy grail get you excited. Based on a new translation of the elucidation by foremost esotericist gareth knight and caitlin matthews, the authors place this prequel in its proper place within the perchristian world. Arthur prescott is happiest when surrounded by the ancient books and manuscripts of the barchester cathedral library. The lost book of the grail is a lovely story, almost fairytalelike in its presentation. Bethany soon joins arthur in a quest to find the lost book of ewolda, the ancient manuscript telling the story of the cathedrals founder. A novel, the lost book of the grail, charlie lovett, penguin books. The lost book of the grail charlie lovett 9780399562518. The lost book of the grail by charlie lovett dear author.

The lost book of the grail by charlie lovett is pure delight to read. Light in presentation, theres no sex or violence, but a very chaste love story with a cheery approach to a legend maintaining that fantasy quality. Feb 28, 2017 at once funny, heartwarming, and suspenseful, the lost book of the grail has something for every kind of reader, and every kind of booklover, alike. Ambitious in scope, the cheerful bounce of lovetts prose skillfully guides the reader through historys twists. Characterdriven readers are probably going to love this book every bit as much as i did and do. From the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest through time to discover a missing manuscript, the unknown history of an english cathedral, and the secret of the holy grail arthur prescott is happiest when surrounded by the ancient books and manuscripts of the barchester cathedral. If youre worried that the book is going to be buried under king arthur and his knights along with that grail, its not. At once funny, heartwarming, and suspenseful, the lost book of the grail has something for every kind of reader, and every kind of booklover, alike. He loves collecting books, spending time with books, and the. Louis post dispatch diffident arthur prescott is an endearing hero. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Once upon a time there was a little boy named arthur prescott whose grandfather gave him a book about king arthur and his knights.

Buy the lost book of the grail by charlie lovett from amazons fiction books store. It has everything an intriguing mystery, wonderful language, a sweet romance, compelling characters and scintillating dialogue, humor both subtle and uproarious and an ending you v will not forget. The lost book of the grail deschutes public library overdrive. Pour some tea, get comfortable in your favorite chair, and get lost in barchester.

Charles armstrong, actor bibliophile arthur prescott works to uncover a longlost secret about his cathedrals past, and its connections to king arthur and the knights of the round table. Find books like the lost book of the grail from the worlds largest community of readers. The lost book of the grail from the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest through time to discover a missing manuscript, the unknown history of an english cathedral, and the secret of the holy grail arthur prescott is happiest when surrounded by the ancient books and manuscripts of the barchester cathedral library. Nina george, new york times bestselling author of the little paris bookshop. The lost book of the grail by charlie lovett overdrive. The lost book of the grail is for every book addict. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Mar 02, 2017 the lost book of the grail is truly a book lovers book, a bibliophiles dream in novel form. This book is like a cozy mystery version of a dan brown novel. At once funny, heartwarming, and suspenseful, the lost book of the grail has something for every kind of reader, and every kind of book lover, alike. A fun, literary adventure in the spirit of indiana jones and the last crusade or the da vinci code, the lost book of the grail.

The lost book of the grail deschutes public library. If your idea of a good time is sifting through the shelves of an old library, this book will. Many of the characters are quite charming, as well as the setting of a small english village. The lost book of the grail is a feast for readers who love characters and books and history and who realize how important. The lost book of the grail sacramento public library. Goodreads members who liked the lost book of the grail also lik. The lost book of the grail a novel epub charlie lovett. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals. The lost book of the grail is a fun, smart, engrossing story that will have you learning history without even realizing it. The lost book of the grail dayton metro library overdrive. Here he works to uncover a longlost secret about the cathedrals past and its connections to king arthur and the knights of the round table.

Full of suspense, delightful twists and turns, this is a tale about friendship, love, and the purpose of life. Ambitious in scope, the cheerful bounce of lovett s prose skillfully guides the reader through historys twists. Lovetts unique work combines literary and historical research with classic elements of cozy mysteries, classic love stories, and exciting adventure tales to create a true genreblending masterpiece. And when the future of the cathedral itself is threatened, arthur and bethanys search takes on grave importance, leading the pair to discover secrets about the cathedral, about the grail, and about.

To determine your suitability for enjoying the lost book of the grail by charlie lovett, take this simple test. Diffident arthur prescott, the endearing hero of this thoroughly enjoyable novel from bestseller lovett the bookmans tale, has chosen to teach at the university of barchester, a backwater. Are you fond of british mysteries with quaint settings and lovably gruff sleuths. Arthur prescott is happiest when surrounded by the ancient books and manuscripts of the barchester cathedral library, a refuge from the university of barchester, where he teaches english.

The lost book of the grail the free library of philadelphia. The lost book of the grail by charlie lovett, paperback. More of a romp than lovetts preceding novels, this tale interleaves its. He is 40 years old and a professor of literature at a university close to the town of barchester, england. The fortyyearold university lecturer barely tolerates students and their modern take on classics. Book riots best books of 2017 book lovers will relish author lovetts attention to loving detail. Bustle from the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest through time to discover a missing manuscript, the. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the lost book of the grail. The lost book of the grail by charlie lovett goodreads. Arthur doesnt like his students referring to him by his first name, undignified. From the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest through time to discover a.

The lost book of the grail audiobook by charlie lovett. The lost book of the grail is the fifth novel by american teacher, playwright and author, charlie lovett. Charlie lovett author, charles armstrong narrator, dreamscape media, llc publisher. The lost book of the grail blends romance, history, booknerdom, and questions about faith and religion into a literary mystery thats not only incredibly fun but super smart.

Arthur prescotts life follows highly predictable rhythms. The lost book of the grail is among the best books i have ever read. Arthur prescott often thinks he was born in the wrong century. Mia i started with first impressions, followed by a bookmans tale, and im currently reading the lost book of the grail had to wait for this gift from amore i started with first impressions, followed by a bookmans tale, and im currently reading the lost book of the grail had to wait for this gift from a usbased friend as the book is not available where i live. The lost book of the grail may send readers on their own searches for more charlie lovett novels. Its an easy read, written in a way making 50 pages go by in a flash. Lovetts novel the lost book of the grail vikingpenguin, 2017 is set in an english cathedral library, reaches through centuries of english history, and tells the story of bibliophile and holy grail enthusiast arthur prescott as he works to uncover a secret about the cathedrals history. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. Here he works to uncover a long lost secret about the cathedrals past and its connections to king arthur and the knights of the round table. Feb 28, 2017 book riots best books of 2017 book lovers will relish author lovetts attention to loving detail. The lost book of the grail historical novel society. The seamless transition between time periods keeps the reader pleasantly engaged.

A junior lecturer at barchester yes, that barchester university, he is more comfortable in the nearby cathedral, attending the traditional services and. Text publishing the lost book of the grail, book by. Charlie lovett, charles armstrong, dreamscape media, llc. Dolores ashcroftnowicki, author of the shining paths in the lost book of the grail, caitlin and john matthews combine scholarship and spirituality brilliantly to reveal a longforgotten prequel to the grail quest stories. From the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest. The lost book of the grail is a feast for readers who love characters and books and history and who realize how important they are in this world. Arthur has also long sought the missing book of ewolda, a life of the sixthcentury.

The lost book of the grail is truly a booklovers book, a bibliophiles dream in novel form. It celebrates literature throughout time, from the first biblical texts to the oldest arthurian. Mar 14, 2017 the lost book of the grail has plenty of bibliophilic mystery, a good deal of capering around, and a pushmepullme romance, though the reader may have to suspend some disbelief. From the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest through time to discover a missing manuscript, the unknown history of an english cathedral, and the secret of the holy grail arthur prescott is happiest when surrounded by the ancient books and manuscripts of the barchester cathedral library. From the new york times bestselling author of the bookmans tale comes a new novel about an obsessive bibliophiles quest through time to discover a missing manuscript, the unknown history of an english cathedral, and the secret of the holy grail. Text publishing the lost book of the grail, book by charlie. The american woman will be in barchester for a number of weeks, so arthur had better get used to her.