The Spear of Destiny

The Roman Legionnaire's lance that pierced Christ's body as he hung on the cross. Legend claims whomever possesses it will become a great conqueror. But if they lose it, they will lose everything— including their lives.

Shortly before WWII, Hitler stole the spear from a museum in Vienna. In the last weeks of the European war, he lost it. General George Patton orders an American OSS team to find the spear and recover it. Unknown to the Americans, both the Russians and the Germans have also sent commando teams to retrieve it.

In the dying embers of Europe's largest conflagration, the three teams are on a collision course that will lead them to one of the most evil places on earth—the ideological heart of the Nazi SS.

Inspired by historical events

Editorial Reviews:

"Libraries and readers seeking military intrigue and thriller encounters that are supercharged with action and satisfying twists and turns will find Codename: Parsifal just the ticket for those seeking a thoroughly forceful read." (D. Donovan, Sr. Reviewer, Midwest Book Review)

"Hill is no stranger to historical fiction and it shows. His attention to detail and knowledge are ever apparent and add depth to the already intriguing plot (which is itself based on true events)." (BookLife Prize)

"Codename Parsifal is a brilliant book." (Reader's Favorite)

"Historical fact meets historical fiction in an entertaining fusion that will keep the reader on the edge of their seat throughout." (Reedsy Discovery)

"The tale evolves with twists and turns in this historical novel that can also be considered a thriller. There are bad actors, wild goose chases, strange orders from generals, and realistic scenes of the war in its last throes. The daring acts of the American team, composed of OSS operatives and a historian, will engage readers right up to the very last word." (Military Writers Society of America)

Named Best Military Thriller of 2023 (BestThrillers)