The protagonist, Maggie Costello—a professional peace negotiator—is called to Jerusalem to find the document after a series of brutal murders suggest that extremist groups are willing to do anything to suppress or possess the tablet's message.
It provides a detailed look at the complexities of the Middle East peace process, reflecting Bourne's background as a political columnist.
Originally English ( The Last Testament ), widely translated into Spanish ( El testamento final ).
A central question of the book is whether a historical "truth" can outweigh centuries of dogma and political entrenchment. Quick Facts Author: Sam Bourne (Jonathan Freedland). Genre: Thriller / Mystery. Preceded by: The Righteous Men .
The book explores how ancient archaeological finds can be weaponized in modern territorial and religious disputes.