The Eiffel Tower is attacked. by a Christian suicide bomber.Within the twisted wreckage a cache of bones is found. Bones that are inscribed with ancient Greek, letters that identify the remains as those of John the Baptist -- along with a promise to guide the seeker to the tomb of the Savior himself.Tasked with untangling this millennia-old mystery, Dr. Rebecca Monroe, a paleoarchaeologist, and Special Forces sergeant Vincent Brandt are hounded across three continents as they attempt to piece together the bones#146; clues. But their quest will not be an easy one. Born at the foot of the Cross, a secret society known only as the Knot has guarded the Savior#146;s bones, and its members will do anything -- even commit genocide -- to protect the dark and controversial truth of Christ#146;s final days.