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 Bayne Shows He Can Sit On The Bookshelves With The Big Boys Dec 17, 2009
Reading KILL ME TWICE by Jerry Bayne before THE GATHERER was good for me in that it allowed me to enjoy his range and appreciate his talent. So many look for success in making bestseller's lists are being published by some of the biggest publishing houses. Bayne shows that what really sets you apart is the ability to write a tightly woven storyline with characters that you want to know more about. He has done that twice now, showing he can sit with the literary big boys on any bookshelf at any time.
Read Bayne's Second Book; Came Back to First - Both Fantastic! Nov 29, 2009
If you love horror, then you need to read The Gatherer by Jerry Bayne! I loved this book! And I'm not even a true fan of horror...
Jerry Bayne is just a great writer...my first read of his work was Kill Me Twice and I was immediately ready to see that book turned into a fantastic action movie...
Readers, you really have to experience Jerry Bayne...his work is not only well-written, but a fantastic read, no matter what genre!
Let me tell you about The Gatherer. It reminded me of Relic, Reliquary and other great novels by the Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child team! The Gatherer's name is Zakaris. He was released by a descendent of a family who for many centuries were servants of Satan. Now as an archaeological site has unearthed the location of the rites that were used in ancient times, The Gatherer has come back to claim what cannot be claimed.
The souls of those working for God...
Detective Mike Sams is finding his handiwork as one after another mutilated body is found. Everybody is stumped but Sams is willing to look outside the box and starts a discussion with a priest who has studied the occult for many years.
At the same time, Dr. Cary Blake, who is an expert in ancient languages has been asked to work with the Catholic Church to transcribe an ancient scroll found at the site.
While each group conducts an extremely confidential investigation due to the strange circumstances, the two groups finally find each other as their work converges!
But the experiences along the way shares the horrific work, and the potential future, if Zakaris is not sent back...to where he reigns as second in command.
Spiritually Spooky! Especially the way The Gatherer does his job of gathering the souls - YOU could be next!
Really don't want to go any further into the storyline. I must admit I enjoyed the forensics and linguistics research required in this kind of tale--and Bayne has done an outstanding job of presenting the professional and technical expertise involved as well as the gruesome details!
And just to make it a little more interesting, there's a great little side romance that develops between Blake and Sams which helps to break the tension just a little... You got it--I call The Gatherer by Jerry Bayne a must-read and am going back to see what else he's got available! Yes!
G. A. Bixler
Intense Oct 07, 2009
This intense thriller kept me on my toes the whole time...hard to believe it's his first published book. Keep 'em coming Jerry!
 A Made For TV Book Sep 01, 2009
I compare this book to the duel that takes place between a pitcher and a batter in baseball. Some battles are thrilling and romantic as the competitive dance swings back and forth throughout the game. And then there are slow, boring engagements that take place over nine long innings like the story of this book.
It wasn't a bad game, especially if you like the sport of satanic investigation with sherlock holmes-like discovery. What was missing in "The Gatherer" was the fearful suspense, unpredictable excitement and climaxing surprise that such a story should deliver. The story became more of a police and sacred manuscript investigation than a devil raising hell on earth horrorfest. Maybe I missed something in the simplicity of the story. I've never known Satan to be anything but complicated in his quest for world domination.
The author writes in a very engaging style with decent character development, but the scenarios, sentences and attitudes all seem just too..........made-for-television-ish.
The Gatherer Got Me Oct 09, 2008
This novel has everything I love. Great story, interesting characters, realistic dialogue, oh, and it's scary! From the very first page, the pace starts in high gear and never lets up. Jerry Bayne has crafted an intriguing and clever plot involving intelligent, caring people who carry us on a journey full of intrigue, mystery, and sheer horror. I'd love to see a spin off or a series. Well done.
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