Alice Roberts and the curse of the elder ones is a captivating novel written by John Wilson. Set in the fictional town of Blackwater, the story revolves around a young girl named Alice Roberts, who discovers a hidden secret that threatens her entire community. Alice, a curious and adventurous teenager, stumbles upon a mysterious book hidden in her grandmother's attic. The book reveals an ancient curse placed upon the town by powerful beings known as the elder ones. These elder ones, ancient and vengeful, once controlled Blackwater but were banished by a group of brave heroes centuries ago. As Alice delves deeper into the secrets of her town's dark history, she realizes that the curse of the elder ones still lingers, affecting the lives of the townspeople.
As Alice delves deeper into the secrets of her town's dark history, she realizes that the curse of the elder ones still lingers, affecting the lives of the townspeople. Strange occurrences, unexplained disappearances, and a sense of foreboding surround Blackwater, leaving the townsfolk living in fear. With the help of her loyal friends and allies, including Blake, a wise and enigmatic old man with knowledge of the elder ones, Alice embarks on a perilous journey to reverse the curse and save her community.
PRESS RELEASE | CURSE OF THE ANCIENTS WITH DR ALICE ROBERTS NEW AND EXCLUSIVE TO THE HISTORY CHANNEL IN MARCH
The HISTORY Channel journeys back in time to explore the catastrophic events that decimated ancient civilisations, prompted massive human migration and ultimately shaped the modern world. From wars and earthquakes to floods and famines, these devastating incidents are covered in the brand new series: Curse of the Ancients with Alice Roberts.
Professor Alice Roberts (Digging for Britain, Britain’s Most Historic Towns) reveals how scientists are unearthing the evidence of cataclysmic past events and their disastrous consequences. While ancient societies couldn’t truly understand the causes of their plight and thought themselves cursed, the series determines the true reasons behind these occurrences by using modern science.
Curse of the Ancients spans the period from 6200 BCE when the global Neolithic migrations were sparked by rising sea levels, to 1486 CE and the advent of the age of exploration that gave rise to the nations and societies we recognise today. In each episode Alice takes viewers on a journey of discovery to epic sites and landmarks which punctuated the rise and fall of the greatest civilisations in human history, including a lost Roman palace in Serbia, the mysterious abandoned city of Shivta in Israel, and the Spanish Iron Age hill fort of Mount Bernorio.
Along the way Alice will reveal the latest archaeological evidence of civilisation-ending calamities, including the devastating tsunami that changed the fate of 10,000 Ancient Britons, the volcanic eruption that sparked the beginning of the end for an entire Mediterranean civilisation, the results of the world’s most deadly pandemic, and the scene of Europe’s earliest battlefield.
Echoes of ancient history continue to resonate through current times, with the pandemic, wars, religion, and climate change impacting humanity and threatening mankind. Is human civilisation to suffer the same fate as that of our ancestors, or have we learned anything from the past?
An academic, broadcaster and writer, Alice has made programmes and written books about evolution, archaeology, and history throughout her career. Alice recently presented the popular BBC series Digging for Britain and previously Britain’s Most Historic Towns.
Professor Alice Roberts said: “This series shows how cutting-edge science can help us to uncover the truth about historical events. Historical research is now a truly multidisciplinary exercise. We find out what happened as our ancestors faced plague, famine and conflict, and how these calamitous events shaped the course of history, echoing down the centuries to today.”
The new series will premiere in Norway, Denmark and Finland on The HISTORY Channel on Wednesday 30 March at 23.00.
Programme Information (order correct at time of writing):
Ancient Global Warming Wednesday 30 March, 23.00
Professor Alice Roberts charts the rise of civilisation from 6100BCE to the end of the Bronze Age. A time of great work in architecture, literature, and the arts, until most of these great civilisations suddenly collapsed, never to rise again, plunging the world into a dark age. Alice reveals how scientists are uncovering what happened to these civilisations - the devastating flood that separated Britain from Continental Europe; the cataclysmic volcanic eruption that wiped out Minoan civilisation; and the discovery of Europe’s earliest battlefield – throwing new light on disasters that shaped the world today.
Rome’s Rise and Fall Wednesday 6 April, 23.00
Professor Alice Roberts looks at the rise of one of history’s greatest civilisations, the Roman Empire, asking, what was the secret to its success? Experts explore the empire, investigating newly discovered battlegrounds in Britain and Spain to find out how Rome defeated her enemies, making her one of the world’s first superpowers. Alice also discovers how Rome herself suffered military disaster in the forests of Germany, but how her eventual downfall was the enemy within – the decadence and misrule of the emperors that were Rome’s real curse.
The Darkest Age Wednesday 13 April, 23.00
The disastrous final days of the Roman Empire are examined in this episode, including the cataclysmic power vacuum following its collapse and the effects felt even beyond the Empire’s borders. Once known as the Dark Ages, this period saw kingdoms rise and fall, cities wiped out by invasion, and plague ravage Europe and the Middle East. Despite these disasters, archaeologists are revealing a world where trade continued, cultures flourished, and new world religions emerged and spread. Alice reveals how humankind continued to prosper even during the darkest of times.
God’s Holy Warriors Wednesday 20 April, 23.00
Professor Alice Roberts reveals how archaeologists are shedding light on one of history’s most mysterious periods. For three hundred years after the collapse of Rome, Saxons and Vikings rampaged through Europe, but then these pagan societies seemed to disappear. From new discoveries of Viking settlements and burials in Scandinavia, to the last stand of paganism against Christendom in Poland, Alice reveals the catastrophes, calamities and disasters which helped shape modern Europe.
Medieval Mystery Monday 27 April, 23.00
In the final episode of Curse of the Ancients, Professor Alice Roberts looks at one of the most cursed periods in European history - the Middle Ages. Archaeologists reveal how wars, such as the Mongol invasion of Hungary, the Black Death that wiped out up to half of Europe’s population, and climate change causing cataclysmic floods – turned our ancestors’ world upside down. Death was a part of everyday life. With such calamities, Western society was on the verge of collapse. So how did it survive, and how did these catastrophes lay the foundation for the modern world?
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Curse of the Ancients spans the period from 6200 BCE when the global Neolithic migrations were sparked by rising sea levels, to 1486 CE and the advent of the age of exploration that gave rise to the nations and societies we recognise today. In each episode Alice takes viewers on a journey of discovery to epic sites and landmarks which punctuated the rise and fall of the greatest civilisations in human history, including a lost Roman palace in Serbia, the mysterious abandoned city of Shivta in Israel, and the Spanish Iron Age hill fort of Mount Bernorio.
Along the way, she uncovers forgotten truths, battles mythical creatures, and faces her own fears and doubts. The story is filled with suspense, action, and emotional depth as Alice confronts the true nature of the elder ones and learns the importance of courage, friendship, and self-belief. As she unravels the mystery, Alice discovers that the key to lifting the curse lies within herself, allowing her to embrace her inner strength. Alice Roberts and the curse of the elder ones is an enthralling tale that combines elements of fantasy and adventure with a coming-of-age narrative. It highlights the timeless themes of overcoming adversity, confronting one's fears, and the power of unity and hope. John Wilson masterfully weaves an intricate plot, keeping readers engaged until the very end. This novel is a must-read for fans of fantasy and young adult fiction..
Reviews for "The Curse of the Elder Ones: Alice Roberts Chronicles the History"
1. John - 2/5
I was really looking forward to reading "Alice Roberts and the Curse of the Elder Ones" as I am a big fan of adventure and fantasy novels. However, I was sorely disappointed with this book. The storyline lacked depth and the characters felt one-dimensional. It felt like the author was trying too hard to create a mysterious and thrilling plot, but it fell flat. The pacing was also off, with some parts dragging on while others were rushed. Overall, this book did not live up to my expectations.
2. Sarah - 1/5
I found "Alice Roberts and the Curse of the Elder Ones" to be incredibly boring and poorly written. The prose was dull and uninspiring, and I struggled to stay engaged with the story. The characters were forgettable and lacked any real development. The plot was predictable and lacked originality, with cliché twists and turns that failed to surprise me. I had high hopes for this book, but unfortunately, it was a huge disappointment.
3. Mark - 2/5
I regret purchasing "Alice Roberts and the Curse of the Elder Ones". The writing style was mediocre at best, with clunky dialogue and repetitive descriptions. The plot was confusing and poorly constructed, with too many loose ends left unresolved. The climax of the story was underwhelming and felt rushed, as if the author was trying to tie up loose ends quickly. Overall, this book was a letdown and I would not recommend it to others.
4. Lisa - 2/5
I was excited to dive into "Alice Roberts and the Curse of the Elder Ones" as I enjoy a good fantasy adventure. However, I found the writing to be amateurish and the plot to be lacking in originality. The characters were uninteresting and lacked depth, making it difficult for me to form any emotional connection with them. The pacing of the story was inconsistent, with long periods of tedious exposition followed by rushed action scenes. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and would not recommend it to fellow fantasy lovers.