The 13th Apostle

About the Book

The Thirteenth Apostle uncovers a jarring world secret through loss, love, and human experience culminating beyond simple answers and instead in ultimate truth.

Upset over the tragic loss of his infant son to a freak genetic abnormality writer Sasha Komarov, sets out on a quest for answers regarding his family's mysterious and illustrious past. His travels take him from Canada to Siberia,where a century ago his great-grandfather survived a massive explosion resulting from the devastating Tunguska crash.

While there, Sasha becomes entangled in a forbidden love affair and thrust into nefarious dealings with Chechen terrorists-from which he narrowly escapes with his life.

Amidst it all, Sasha reconnects with distant relatives who hold key not only to the mystery of his son's death, but to his grand purpose in life a mission of extraordinary global significance. The truth he uncovers is astonishing-certain to rattle the religious masses...but would the world accept it?

About the Author

Arkady was born in Leningrad in the former Soviet Union. After finishing high school and the Industrial College, he serves in the Soviet Army. He spent his spare time writing poems and short stories, searching for a plot where he could express his feelings and his views of life.  His first book "Goodbye to the Nevski" was published in Toronto in 1987. His second book "The Purpose" was published in Moscow in 2005. The third book "The Thirteenth Apostle" was published in 2008 in the United States and in China.