This book was palatable until the last chapter. At that point, Mr. Marrs switches from what seems to be speculation on his part (with research, of course) to the presentation of ridiculous things that are presented as "facts." Of course, all conspiracies are known to be labeled as ridiculous by someone, but his conclusions are totally laughable.

It is one thing to assert that mankind's history to have been directed by people behind the scenes or even demonic entities, but it is entirely another thing to think that these "people" are from a specific (and yet undiscovered planet) in our solar system and to detail their soap opera-like lives as if this is documented history and not mythological legend. Most folks believe in something supernatural or unexplained even if they don't subscribe to traditional religious beliefs, but these theories are outrageous.

As outrageous as they sound, they are becoming more and more recognized. This book was written in 2000, and yet just this year (2008), a major motion picture was released with similar themes. This movie is Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skulls. Mr. Marrs even mentions these skulls in the book before they were popular in the mainstream as they are today thanks to the movie.

As a Christian, these theories do not threaten me because I have a Biblical explanation for them. Of course, my beliefs may seem just as "outrageous" as the ones in this book to people who hear them for the first time. In any case, I fear for those Christians who are not aware of the channeled information floating around there.

I am just now getting into these conspiracy theories and they are certainly interesting to read about. Even if you don't agree with everything, this book and others like it are certainly entertaining. ( )