Oak Island Mystery: Solved: The Final Chapter

I have read a few books about Oak Island. All of them about buried treasure and theories related to the idea that someone hid it there.This book is different, the authors investigated a different idea.Their idea is far less romantic or exciting. But they make a strong case based on history, geology, and some of the artifacts found on Oak Island that instead of buried treasure sometime in the distant past there was very important industry happening on Oak Island!Another feature I like in the book is the dateline and treasure hunter's history the authors provided early in the book.I think the optimist in me would like to see treasure discovered. But this book offers a viable explanation also. Time will tell and I enjoyed reading this book.

I originally purchased the Kindle edition of this book but wanted the paperback version in hand before I offered my review. This is the type of book that has great illustrations but they are very difficult to view with a Kindle, so I highly recommend getting the hard copy.Now for my review: I enjoy 3 things in a book. One, a great mystery; two, it has to be non-fiction and; three, I love the truth. This book satisfies all three of those quests! Ms. Steele has done painstaking research only to boil everything down into an easy to read and enjoyable explanation of the rich history of what really happened on Oak Island. And it is a piece of history that "mysteriously" fell into a black hole only to, once again, see the light of day - thanks to Joy Steele.I suspect there will be a lot of controversy stirred up by the findings of this book since many people have risked lives and fortunes to find the treasure at Oak Island. It will be a hard blow to find out the truth.I liken it to a man who practiced every religion on earth in his quest to find God, only to discover that God himself reached out to man and provided a savior and, in the end, man can add nothing to this work. While this truth is delightful to those in need, it is also a hard pill to swallow for the self-righteous.A good read - highly recommend!

I happened upon this title when I was searching for information on pine tar kilns, after one was excavated on Lot 15 in 2020. These authors do a very good job of explaining what was happening circa 1720, which is something lacking in many Oak Island books. However, I found it a difficult read in several places - The 5 stars is given because of the extensive research of tar kilns and naval stores manufacturing methodologies, and because Season 8 of the Curse of Oak Island has unearthed much evidence to support the theories in this book. There are also pictures and evidence from Dan Blankenship (the author personally knew him) that have not appeared on the TV series (to my recollection) which further support the authors' theories.

Treasure seekers would do well to read this book before spending another dime on Oak Island digs. Ms. Steele's solution seems to be so much more than a theory that I can't help believing she has nailed it. The material presented here is well researched and backed up by printed documents from the era in which the original pits were dug as well as supporting evidence to explain the presence of other artifacts, stone markings and tree carvings found on the island. Was there treasure on the island at one time? At this point, it's anyone's guess. After reading this book and 3 others about Oak Island, my feeling is that if there had been buried treasure it is long gone, but it was certainly never placed in the aptly named 'money pit' which has absorbed the fortunes of so many with no return on their investment. Ms. Steele's carefully researched explanation for the existence of the pit of many layers with tunnels reaching out toward the sea is completely believable.

Writer Joy A. Steele and professional marine geologist Gordon Fader provide a historically accurate and fact based understanding of Oak Island past and present. If you watch the The Curse of Oak Island this is a must read!

No it's not solved. I will say there is decent information about history of Oak Island and the author has a theory. Which could be part of the mystery but based on more recent evidence is not the answer. One example is the fact we know the coconut fibers are more than 500 years old. Other items found such as the lead cross also predates the authors "tar theory" which was to take place in the 1700s. Tar may have been manufactured there however it's also clear that isn't all that happened. Good info for Oak Island enthusiasts but wouldn't recommend if it's the only book you can buy.

If you’re one of the many people who is baffled by the mystery of Oak Island, this is by far the most comprehensive study and working theory of what took place there. I’m convinced that Joy Steele has solved the mystery of what the the original searchers stumbled upon. This book provides an explanation to all the relics and constructions discovered thus far. A must read for anyone looking for more answers on the mystery of Oak Island.

Has a lot of factual information as they know them. I guess it is a good book for the common every day man. But I am in to treasure hunting and I seek more facts. I guess all the facts are just not out there. But a good read. Thank you.

My husband follows the television series and loves all of the details about the Oak Island treasure hunt and the history.

I started watching The Curse of Oak Island back in season two, and have always been interested in what they've shown on the TV show, and if you were hoping for buried treasure as per the lure of the TV show then this book is not for you.I did read the previous edition of this book and it blew my mind, but I was lured back in by the TV show and found myself ignoring the first version of this book. But with the latest season of the TV show discovering the remains of Pine Tar Kilns it reminded me of what I had read, and then realised this new edition had been published.What's also interesting is this updated edition was published just prior to the Smith's Cove excavations of the TV show, yet the book has all the answers to what happened there too. This book goes great with the TV show if you enjoy the history, rather than any "treasure". If you prefer the latter then you will be disappointed.

Ok

The book is in excellent condition, However, it is NOT what I expected! it seems more historical and a bit boring!! IT also seems the writer took information from lots of different place, some of the info was through maps that are a bit hard to understand..I will read it at some time.I really wanted a follow through from the last time I watch it on TV. I will keep searching for more books.

The evidence that pine tar kilns we're in use on Oak Island is pretty convincing. The idea that pine tar kilns explain every curious thing about Oak Island seems short sighted. The authors are critical of previous searchers who became overly obsessed with one aspect of the evidence or another and then they promptly fall into the same pit (pardon the pun). Surely pine tar kilns are part of the solution, but it is hubris to say that the mystery is 'Solved'.A good read without too much repetition from previous books on the subject. A fresh perspective with new information and evidence not found on the standard Oak Island bookshelf. Maybe just a little bit too convinced of their own legend?