When Jonathon Roth and his family are invited by their neighbors, the Beasleys, to join them at a luxury retreat in Cozumel, who can refuse? It's the perfect winter getaway. Relaxing on the beach, gourmet food, sightseeing, and free accommodations. But if it sounds too good to be true, it is.
Villa Sara de Calakmul, owned by mysterious tycoon Jacob Calakmul, is more isolated compound than private resort. Armed guards patrol the jungle perimeters. Pictures of previous guests-long disappeared-adorn the walls. And there are whispers of something coming called "the game." Even in the sweltering heat, the Roth's feel a chill-and the fear that they haven't been invited to Villa Sara. They've been lured. But for what purpose? And to what end?
From the ruins, a death cult is reborn. A prophecy to bring down Western civilization is being realized. As a legendary blood sport is engaged, the Roth's themselves may need to call upon ancient powers if they're to survive, escape, and save the world from annihilation.
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The roar of twin propellers made shouting the only way to be heard, even with the headsets.- CHAPTER ONE: MAYA BIOSPHERE RESERVE, XMAKABATUN, GUATEMALA
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(47North, 1 July 2023, e-book, 330 pages, bought from AmazonKindle via Amazon First Reads)
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I'm a fan of the author and wanted to read Doomsday Match as it sounded so different from his usual fantasy novels. I want to know where the story would lead. I thought the pacing of the story was fantastic and I felt tense a lot of the time as the Roth's discover the true purpose of their 'invitation' and things get pretty dark. This is well paced thriller with an original story. I pre-ordered the sequel and can't wait to read it. This is delightfully different.
