" The Last Ember , written with pathos and conviction, represents a much needed literary protest against modern and ancient historical revisionism." -Elie Wiesel, bestselling author of Night "A smart, sophisticated thirller that entertains as it educates, The Last Ember is engrossing. Levin knows his stuff and it shows-- to the reader''s great pleasure. Fans of The Da Vinci Code will devour it happily!" -Christopher Reich, bestselling author of Numbered Account "In his fast-paced, erudite, and original debut, Daniel Levin reveals a vivid world where archaeological, legal, and religious secrets swirl together into a thrilling nexus. Its rich texture and global cast of characters ignite genuine suspense and intrigue. Readers will savor this novel and await more blockbuster Daniel Levin adventures." -Matthew Pearl, author of The Dante Club "What a glorious journey from the tumultuous world of today''s Middle East to the imperial world of Roman antiquity and then back. With a flair for detail, drama and elegant prose, Daniel Levin keeps us transfixed by his page-turning tale of deception, politics, history and life.

" -Alan Dershowitx, Harvard Law School "A banquet of everything I crave: history, conspiracy, secrets, action, adventure. Strap yourself in and hold on for some heart-throbbing, throat-grabbing, pedal-to-the-medal pacing. Levin captivates the reader with both plausibility and imagination. The Last Ember is a prize to be savored. A superb debut from a talent that bears watching." -Steve Berry, author of The Charlemagne Pursuit and The Amber Room "Levin''s religious and archaeological thriller has all the elements needed to appeal to Da Vinci Code fans: long-buried secrets, hidden puzzles based on ancient religious texts, and a race around the Mediterranean." - Booklist " Da Vinci Code addicts will enjoy Levin''s debut, a dense, complicated novel of religious suspense." - Publishers Weekly.