The Babylon Plot

Joe Mason, an ex-MI5 operative, is called by the Vatican to investigate the escape of Marduk, the leader of The Amori cult, from a fortress-like prison in Milan. Marduk is hell-bent on revenge and wants to destroy Joe and the church. Joe and his team embark on a perilous pursuit of Marduk across Europe, in a life-or-death race to unravel his conspiracy. The winner takes all, but can Mason and his team uncover the plot in time?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

At the heart of all wealth lies an evil that lurks in the shadows, waiting to strike when least expected. Joe Mason, a former MI5 operative, receives a call from the Vatican, and he knows it is bad news. Marduk, the crazed leader of The Amori cult, has escaped from a fortress-like prison in Milan, and he is hell-bent on revenge. His target? None other than Joe Mason himself.

Fuelled by an unrelenting hatred for Mason, Marduk launches a burning vendetta: to not only destroy his nemesis but annihilate the very foundations of the church itself. As the cult's sadistic assassins close in, Joe and his team embark on a treacherous pursuit of Marduk across Europe in a life-or-death race against time to unravel his conspiracy.

Both Joe and Marduk are out for blood – and in this game, it's winner takes all. But can Mason and his team uncover the plot in time? And who will strike first in a battle that can leave only one person standing?

Fans of Lee Child, Clive Cussler, and Dan Brown will love this adrenaline-filled and action-packed adventure. Readers are gripped by David Leadbeater's Joe Mason series:

"Grips you from the very beginning, the tension and suspense kept me on the edge of my seat. The protagonist, Joe Mason, is a compelling character, and his pursuit of justice is both intense and riveting. Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I really enjoyed this concept, and the book had everything that I enjoy from this genre … I was hooked from the first page. Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"A totally gripping thriller which had me on the edge of my seat until I had finished it. The author has excelled himself. NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"From the beginning to the end, it was a page-turner, and so well written. NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I absolutely love this series! The story was fast-paced. NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

As Joe Mason and his team race against time to uncover Marduk's deadly conspiracy, they must navigate through a web of treachery and deception, facing impossible odds and deadly assassins along the way. With each step closer to the truth, they discover that the stakes are higher than ever before, and the consequences of failure could be catastrophic.

In this gripping and action-packed adventure, Leadbeater takes readers on a journey through the dark underbelly of Europe, where the line between good and evil is blurred and nothing is as it seems. Joe Mason is a flawed but determined hero, and his team of allies is a diverse group of individuals with their own unique skills and motivations. Together, they must navigate the treacherous waters of the cult's plot, using all of their resources and skills to outwit their enemies and bring Marduk to justice.

But as they get closer to the truth, they also begin to realize that the conspiracy is far more complex and dangerous than they had ever imagined. The Amori cult is not just a group of religious fanatics seeking revenge, but a powerful organization with a long history of political and financial influence. They have connections to some of the most powerful people in the world, and they are willing to do anything to protect their secrets.

As Joe and his team race against the clock, they must also confront their own demons and personal struggles. Joe has a complicated past, and he is haunted by the memories of his time in the MI5. He is also struggling with his relationship with his wife, who is skeptical of his involvement in the cult's plot. Meanwhile, Marduk is a cunning and ruthless villain, who is willing to do anything to achieve his goals.

The climax of the story is a heart-pounding battle between Joe and Marduk, where the fate of the church and the world hangs in the balance. Leadbeater expertly weaves together a series of plot twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. In the end, Joe and his team emerge victorious, but at a great cost. They have lost friends and colleagues, and they have been forced to confront the darkness within themselves.

But they also know that they have made a difference. They have exposed the truth about the Amori cult and brought their evil plans to light. And they have shown that even in the face of impossible odds, there is always hope for justice and redemption.

In conclusion, "The Amori Conspiracy" is a thrilling and action-packed adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. David Leadbeater has created a compelling and complex protagonist in Joe Mason, and his team of allies is a diverse and talented group of individuals. Together, they face impossible odds and deadly assassins in a race to uncover the truth about the Amori cult and bring their evil plans to light. The climax of the story is a heart-pounding battle that will leave readers breathless, and the ending is both satisfying and hopeful. This is a must-read for fans of Lee Child, Clive Cussler, and Dan Brown, and for anyone who loves a good thriller.

Weight: 258g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008545130