{"id":4111,"date":"2025-03-11T16:40:59","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T16:40:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/11\/book-review-chase-brandons-kryptos-conundrum-2\/"},"modified":"2025-03-11T16:40:59","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T16:40:59","slug":"book-review-chase-brandons-kryptos-conundrum-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thataintnoplane.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/11\/book-review-chase-brandons-kryptos-conundrum-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Book review: Chase Brandon’s Kryptos Conundrum"},"content":{"rendered":"

Book Review: Chase Brandon’s Kryptos Conundrum<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

I recently wrapped up Kryptos Conundrum<\/em>, an intriguing read recommended by Matthew Pines. The author, Chase Brandon, is a former high-ranking official at the CIA, and the book is positioned as “faction”\u2014a blend of fact and fiction. Unfortunately, its literary qualities fall short, reminiscent of a scene from the Naked Gun<\/em> series. I see it more as a collection of ambiguous suggestions regarding the agency’s covert activities.<\/p>\n

Brandon has participated in interviews on Coast to Coast<\/em> (with George Noory) over the past decade, including a YouTube interview<\/a> where he discusses mysterious artifacts from history that require advanced technologies. Notably, at the 43-minute mark, he speaks about a box containing evidence from the Roswell incident that \u201cvalidated\u201d his belief in extraterrestrial life and \u201cancient astronauts\u201d without further explanations. They also delve into the politics surrounding disclosure.<\/p>\n

Overview<\/h2>\n

The book outlines a concealed history of the CIA, from its inception through to apocalyptic scenarios unfolding in the early 2020s, extending into the 2150s and as far as the 40th century. Nestled within obvious fictional elements are veiled references to actual historical figures and seemingly astonishing events that never saw the light of day.<\/p>\n

One question remains unanswered: what was the book’s purpose? While published in 2011, it appears to have been written during the author\u2019s tenure at the CIA, likely between 2005 and 2007, yet it didn\u2019t surface until after his departure. <\/p>\n

While one could argue that its purpose is to bolster the CIA’s image, the narrative also includes acknowledgments of the agency violating laws, fabricating criminal cases against journalists, and disseminating disinformation\u2014albeit for greater good. The book certainly lacks the apolitical demeanor that agencies typically aim for in public relations, which raises the possibility that its delayed publication was deliberate.<\/p>\n

Fact vs. Fiction: What\u2019s What?<\/h2>\n

The narrative blends elements of sci-fi and conspiracy theories, with some real-life figures recognizable by their similar names and details. Certain fantastical occurrences serve as narrative devices, while ambiguous references often hint at realities that might have actually taken place. However, glaring historical inaccuracies (e.g., Nazis in 1916, mentions of binaural beats before they were invented) leave readers guessing whether they are intentional indicators of concealed truths.<\/p>\n

Curiously, many elements align with UFO lore, including details released by figures such as Elizondo and Lacatski.<\/p>\n

The distinction between fact and fiction is muddied, leading to a \u201cwhat they want you to think\u201d kind of narrative.<\/p>\n

Here are some key plot elements:<\/p>\n

Jonathan Chalmers<\/h3>\n

The protagonist, Jonathan Chalmers, is portrayed as a senior OSS and CIA executive, one of its founders. Born in 1890, he experiences the horrors of World War I, and through supernatural means, he gains extraordinary intelligence and significantly slows his aging\u2014tasked with preparing for numerous impending threats by building defenses.<\/p>\n

Chalmers wrestles with difficult decisions, including the production of armaments and the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, before moving to esoteric interests tied to the Roswell incident. His use of binaural beats for insights raises eyebrows, as these weren\u2019t actualized until the mid-20th century.<\/p>\n

Chalmers appears to represent the collective mindset of CIA leadership. Unfortunately, his unyielding confidence, particularly regarding threats from China and Islamic terrorism over the USSR, is disappointing. Given his assertions during politically turbulent times, one might wonder about the foresight of the agency’s intelligence.<\/p>\n

Timeline<\/h3>\n

Events primarily occur between the 1940s and 2022, frequently referencing CIA directors and U.S. presidents\u2014though sometimes inconsistently. Chalmers mentions events like 9<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\nBook Review: Chase Brandon’s Kryptos Conundrum I recently wrapped up Kryptos Conundrum, an intriguing read recommended by Matthew Pines. The author, Chase Brandon, is a former high-ranking official at the CIA, and the book is positioned as “faction”\u2014a blend of fact and fiction. Unfortunately, its literary qualities fall short, reminiscent of a scene from the…\n<\/div>\n
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