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    The Romanov Prophecy

    Written by Steve Berry

    Narrated by Paul Michael

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    Ekaterinburg, Russia: July 16, 1918. Ten months have passed since Nicholas II's reign was cut short by revolutionaries. Tonight, the White Army advances on the town where the Tsar and his family are being held captive by the Bolsheviks. Nicholas dares to hope for salvation. Instead, the Romanovs are coldly and methodically executed.

    Moscow: Present Day. Atlanta lawyer Miles Lord, fluent in Russian and well versed in the country's history, is thrilled to be in Moscow on the eve of such a momentous event. After the fall of Communism and a succession of weak governments, the Russian people have voted to bring back the monarchy. The new tsar will be chosen from the distant relatives of Nicholas II by a specially appointed commission, and Miles' job is to perform a background check on the Tsarist candidate favored by a powerful group of Western businessmen. But research quickly becomes the least of Miles' concerns when he is nearly killed by gunmen on a city plaza.

    Suddenly Miles is racing across continents, shadowed by nefarious henchmen. At first, his only question is why people are pursuing him. But after a strange conversation with a mysterious Russian, who steers Miles toward the writings of Rasputin, he becomes desperate to know more-most important, what really happened to the family of Russia's last tsar?

    His only companion is Akilina Petrov, a Russian circus performer sympathetic to his struggle, and his only guide is a cryptic message from Rasputin that implies that the bloody night of so long ago is not the last chapter in the Romanovs' story . . . and that someone might even have survived the massacre. The prophecy's implications are earth-shattering-not only for the future of the tsar and mother Russia, but also for Miles himself.

    Steve Berry, national bestselling author of the phenomenal thriller The Amber Room, once again delves into rich historical fact to produce an explosive page-turner. In The Romanov Prophecy, the authentic and the speculative meld into a fascinating and exceptionally suspenseful work of fiction.


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    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPenguin Random House Audio
    Release dateApr 29, 2004
    ISBN9781415916087
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    Steve Berry

    Steve and Phil were founder members of the TV Cream nostalgia website and have written several books on popular culture.

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    • 4/5
      Journal Entry 9 by winggypsysmomwing from Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada on Friday, August 28, 20098 out of 10 This is the second Steve Berry book I have read in a short time and I have enjoyed them both. This one deals with the old question of whether there were survivors when the Imperial family of Russia, the Romanovs, were massacred by the Communists. Berry's take on it is interesting and the pace is fast. One small quibble: for a book written in 2004 that supposedly takes place in the present i.e. 2004 there seemed to be remarkably little use of computers or the internet or cell phones. I know Russia was a little further behind than North America but I can't believe these technologies weren't available.
    • 5/5
      Book DescriptionEkaterinburg, Russia: July 16, 1918. Ten months have passed since Nicholas II's reign was cut short by revolutionaries. Tonight, the White Army advances on the town where the Tsar and his family are being held captive by the Bolsheviks. Nicholas dares to hope for salvation. Instead, the Romanovs are coldly and methodically executed.Moscow: Present Day. Atlanta lawyer Miles Lord, fluent in Russian and well versed in the country's history, is thrilled to be in Moscow on the eve of such a momentous event. After the fall of Communism and a succession of weak governments, the Russian people have voted to bring back the monarchy. The new tsar will be chosen from the distant relatives of Nicholas II by a specially appointed commission, and Miles' job is to perform a background check on the Tsarist candidate favored by a powerful group of Western businessmen. But research quickly becomes the least of Miles' concerns when he is nearly killed by gunmen on a city plaza.Suddenly Miles is racing across continents, shadowed by nefarious henchmen. At first, his only question is why people are pursuing him. But after a strange conversation with a mysterious Russian, who steers Miles toward the writings of Rasputin, he becomes desperate to know more most important, what really happened to the family of Russia's last tsar?His only companion is Akilina Petrov, a Russian circus performer sympathetic to his struggle, and his only guide is a cryptic message from Rasputin that implies that the bloody night of so long ago is not the last chapter in the Romanovs' story . . . and that someone might even have survived the massacre. The prophecy's implications are earth-shattering not only for the future of the tsar and mother Russia, but also for Miles himself.Steve Berry, national bestselling author of the phenomenal thriller The Amber Room, once again delves into rich historical fact to produce an explosive page-turner. In The Romanov Prophecy, the authentic and the speculative meld into a fascinating and exceptionally suspenseful work of fiction.My ReviewI have always been fascinated by the execution of the Romanovs and was not disappointed in Steve Berry's Romanov Prophecy. He did a great job weaving the historical facts and the prophecy of Rasputin with a bit of his imagination. I found this book to be very captivating as the twists and turns kept me riveted to the story until the very end. The characters were well-developed and the writing was excellent and well researched. I would highly recommend this book to those who love Russian history and I look forward to reading more from this author.
    • 4/5
      I'm a fan of both the history of the Romanovs, & of Dan brown, & this book combines history with a mystery, & rolls both into a fast paced thriller based on the Russian government's decision to overthrow communism & resurrect the rule of the tsars. The main character Miles, is sent to Moscow to do a background screening on one of the candidates for the throne, & in his research, comes across a 1918 prophecy by Rasputin himself that implies that the tragic massacre of the royal family may not have been what it was said to be, & that there "may" be a true heir out there somewhere. Someone does not want Miles to find the truth, & tries to kill him at every turn. This book did not disappoint, & the ending was a good resolution as well.IS there any hope that the rumors of one child surviving that bloody day in history are true? This book gives us hope that there was, even though DNA proof confirms that it didn't happen.
    • 3/5
      Berry's not a great writer, and his plots are goofy, but I've been enjoying reading them this summer. He picks a historical mystery (or at least a possibility) and runs with it. This isn't in the Cotton Malone series, so no museums have been blown up yet, but I'm only 1/2 way through.
    • 5/5
      Outstanding book. The intrigue of surviving members of the Romanov family massacre before the Russian revolutions coming back to claim the Tsar throne in present day times kept me turning the pages in this book. Berry has created a very intelligent novel, and I highly recommend this book to anyone, especially those who love fictional history.
    • 3/5
      After the Russian people vote to bring back a tsar, attorney Miles Lord was hired to dig through the Moscow archives and find out information on Romanovs. Through diligent searches, he uncovers much more than he expected, documents that lend credit to the rumors that two of the Romanov children survived the massacre. When others begin realizing what he has found, he is hunted down by a secret group, determined to influence the choice of the tsar.I thought this book was fairly well written. The plot seemed to move quickly, but it seemed that everything was just too easy for Miles. He was always one step ahead, or miraculously escaping the hit men hired to take him out. Overall, not something I would re-read.
    • 3/5
      An enjoyable Dan Smith style historical yarn.

      Appears well researched and would tempt me to try another of the authors books.
    • 4/5
      My first Steve Berry book and I admit that during the first third I had to remind myself it was fiction. The history of Nicolas II has always been interesting as well as the "what if" he retained leadership. The idea of a fourth Roman empire was intriguing.
    • 4/5
      I've read a few of Steve Berry's books now and whilst they'll never be deemed "classics" they're good in their own way. But maybe that's just me. As a lover of mystery and history I can't help but be drawn to this books. Conspiracy plots, ancient treasures, I love them.

      The Romanov Prophecy hits the right marks by drawing on the much loved story of the last Tsar of Russia. An enjoyable read I look forward to reading the rest of Steve Berry's books I've yet to pick up.
    • 4/5
      Well grounded in Russian history/folklore, this adventure takes place in several areas of Russia, as well as in the US. The hero, a lawyer from Georgia, and a Russian circus performer are in search of the last of the Romanov royalty.
    • 4/5
      Intriguing fictional premise and story line. Decent character development and great historical references. Many chase scenes became boring and redundant. Enjoyable reading and held my attention.
    • 5/5
      This was the first book that I read of Steve's, and as far as I'm concerned it's still his best. Allthough he has wrtten great books since, he hasn't come close to the magic of this one. His first four books are my favorite. Unfortunately he's losing a little with each new book. Not to worry Steve, I'm still a fan, and will continue to be.
    • 3/5
      A fun thriller set around the idea of a Romanov restoration in Russia. Miles Lord, an American lawyer with Russian language skills, is charged with researching the claimants to the Russian imperial throne when he stumbles across evidence that some of Nicholas II and Alexandra's children may have survived their brutal murder in 1917. Soon Miles sets off to find the true descendants of the last tsar and finds himself traveling across continents, pursued by those who will do anything to keep the truth from emerging. A fun read, set around an interesting concept.
    • 4/5
      A page turner with the sad history of tsar as background,Berry has been able to come up with an engaging thriller which is not only entertaining but also educative in the sense that it covers a crucial part of Russia's history in an engaging manner.
    • 4/5
      very good story with Miles Lord as a black attorney investigating the background of a candidate for the russian throne. The story was good and portrayed that Alexi and Anastasia had survived, but a little hokey at the end when they actually put a new tsar on the throne.
    • 4/5
      A suspense with a Dan Brown feel, The Romanov Prophecy delves into the long-standing legend that one or more of the Russian royal family survived brutal execution in the early 20th century. Even if you're not familiar with Russian history, names like Anastasia and Rasputin should tickle your memory. Caught between corruption, the mafia, the military, and a prophetic destiny, Miles Lord's story starts with a running shootout and doesn't end until the last page. Sorting out who's good and who's bad is enough to hold the reader from the beginning, then the compelling, if modified, history of the Romanovs keeps the pages turning.I haven't read many books with a male African American protagonist, and I enjoyed that twist. There was a little chemistry between Lord and the female lead, but this isn't a romance novel, so nothing came of it. Maybe it's just me, but my belief was stretched a little thin by the amount of trust Lord put in one person, and the fact that several times the question was asked "how exactly did you find me?" but the flimsy answer was always accepted. It was a little distraction, and what pulled this review down a star.I'll definitely read more Steve Berry.
    • 4/5
      Title: The Romanov ProphecyAuthor: Steve BerryGenre: Historical Fiction# of pages: 400Start date:End date:Borrowed/bought: borrowedMy rating of the book, F- [worst] to A [best]: B+Description of the book: A new era has dawned for Russia. The government is looking to restore the monarchy by finding the closest relative by blood to the Romanov Dynasty. Our hero, Miles Lord, is an American Lawyer sent over by his employer to ensure there are no problems with the current background of the most likely contender, Stefan Baklanov. What Lord ends up finding out and entangling himself in is much more than he bargained for.Review: A classically themed adventure for the adventurist and history buff in all of us. Rasputin's prophecies are used in the story extensively. I wonder if these prophecies were real or made up by the author? Hmm, this would be a fun research project.Last read of 2010!
    • 4/5
      I love a good historical conspiracy theory thriller and this one doesn't disappoint. Start with the premise of a troubled Russia looking to restore the Romanov throne. Add an team of Russian and American badguys (nicknamed Stalin, Lenin, etc.) trying to ensure their pretender to the throne is chosen. Then toss in a century old Rasputin prophecy and the possibility that two Romanov children survived. Then finish with an African-American hero and you have all the makings of a true potboiler. Highly recommend
    • 4/5
      The Romanov Prophecy was another Steve Berry book. Neat puzzles and lots of action. I tend to put Steve Berry in the same box as Dan Brown, though I think Steve is the better writer, and has far fewer plot holes. I like to listen to his books when I'm driving and they help the miles go by. In this book the main character is Miles Lord, a black American lawyer working with the czarist commission in Russia. His immediate supervisor Hayes has him looking in soviet archives trying to find anything that would disrupt the claim of Stefan Baklanov to become Czar of Russia. Much to his surprise, Miles does find something, though he doesn't know it's true significance until later. Lord escapes several attempts on his life, and by chance runs into Akalina a circus performer who saves Lord again. Then Miles runs into some people who believe at least one of the Czar's children escaped execution in 1918, and based on a prophecy from Rasputin, think Miles and Akalina are supposed to find them. Overall, a fun easy book to listen to. My biggest complaint was, a man who we know is betraying Miles in the first couple chapters, is NEVER suspected by Miles himself. Even though there are several fairly important clues that should have at least made Miles question 'How did that happen?' One occurrence, sure but a man as smart as Miles was supposed to be should have at least been asking tougher questions. Other than that one big flaw/irritation I enjoyed the book.
    • 5/5
      Loved it. I enjoyed learning about Russian history as I read the fictional thriller that Berry created.
    • 4/5
      A great piece of fiction. Enough research and factual base to make one wonder about the real possibility of such "conspiracies". Perhaps a little weak on character development, but the author keeps the action going, and has quite a bit of factual material to maintain a semblance of realism. I particularly enjoyed seeing some of my books referenced in the discussion.
    • 2/5
      A historical thriller in the vein of The Da Vinci Code- this time mining the frequent idea that Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov survived. Hey, I like that not!Disney animated movie! I'm all for decoding heroics, Russian landscapes, and musty books.You know, except this book fails at delivering even a basic knockoff. The central mystery is unveiled off the top of the novel- and it's not even a controversial or interesting mystery. Furthering reducing any impact the premise might have, it's written as a period piece to replace any contemporary interest with saccharine moments bemoaning the cruelty of ye old USSR (mostly thanks to your cookie cutter sexy foreign female sidekick).The main character, a laywer, repeatedly appears remarkably dim to not figure out who the not-so-shadow-y men are who keep trying to kill him (in a series of incredibly repetitive 'action' sequences). Thankfully, he's saved from attempts at solving the non-mystery, because apparently the whole architects of the puzzle are willing to hand over the meaning of every 'clue', provided he just shows up.Sure, Berry does show some fondness for Russia- and my very Russian friend assures me that he gets some aspects of the culture right- but what's the point of a historical thriller with no thrills, anyway?
    • 4/5
      This book was very excited and elicited the same feelings that I got when reading The Da Vinci Code. It is in the same vain, a historical-mystery-thriller type book, and it is a page-turner. This book interested me because I know little about the history of the Soviet Union and Russia; I learned a lot from this book.
    • 3/5
      A decent entry in the historical action/adventure genre. The plot line was, for the most part predictable, but there were a few twists (Berry took a completely different direction by the book's end than I thought he was going to take, which I appreciated) . The characters were one dimensional (as they tend to be in such books--the interest comes from the quest, not the people involved in it). However, the history of the Romanovs and Berry's unique take on the prophecies of Rasputin were fascinating and made the book well-worth the read (although the fact that the missing Romanovs were found in 2007 ruined the fantastic "what if" questions raised as we now know the answers; wish I had read it prior to this discovery). My one main complaint was lots of unnecessary detail about clothing, vehicles, character back stories, etc. Could have easily been 100 pages shorter.
    • 4/5
      I really enjoy Berry's books. This one has a very original plot line.
    • 4/5
      Unfortunately, this story was not as good as The Amber Room. The characters were not as interesting, and the story seemed far, far less plausible. I'm perfectly willing to go along with a good setup, but the use of prophecy mixed into a geopolitical thriller seemed out of place. Also, the story took far too long to reach the "treasure hunt" portion of the story and, by then, I felt as if the author were racing through and dispensing with the detail that he focused on in the early portions of the book. That said, the book was good enough for me to give Berry's next novel a chance.
    • 4/5
      Such a good book! Right from the first paragraph you get thrown into the action and it doesn't stop the whole way through. Tons of twists and you learn a lot about Russia and it's history. Great ending!
    • 4/5
      Did a Romanov really survive the family's destruction? Post Soviet Russia wants to return to Czarist Russia. They need a Romanov. There is one if he can be found. And not murdered by russian interest happy with the status quo. Steve Berry did a good job with this novel. Good pacing and plenty of excitement with a satisfying ending.
    • 4/5
      The Romanov Prophecy by Steve Berry is an enjoyable read about a lawyer who finds himself pursuing the direct heir to Nicholas II, the last tsar of Russia. Berry's premise is that present-day Russia, fed up with ineffective leadership since the fall of Communism, has decided to reinstall a tsar to lead the country. Because the Romanovs were the last to lead the country, the search is on to find the most direct descendent of the last tsar.Berry's writing is better than most authors in the genre, and his plotting is pretty good. He does a good job of weaving real history with his fictional premise. Although his characters lack "life", that's not unusual for a mystery/thriller.
    • 3/5
      A fairly typical action-thriller-based-on-real-historical-events.On the positive side, it's a decent ride with plenty of action and intrigue, and I quite like books like this with real-life history as its back story - not just entertaining, but you can learn some history as well. The author includes some information at the back clarifying what details are real non-fiction history, and which are fictional, which I appreciate.On the negative side, it feels that the "recount the historical context so the reader knows what's going on" parts take up a bit too much space in the book. I understand the need for it, but it feels a bit verbose and just slightly tedious in this case.