“Highly compelling thriller . . . Preston and Child prove
that the devil is
indeed in the details.”
Entertainment Weekly
(Editor’s Choice, Grade A-)
“Fans of cerebral action adventure novels
know that, outside of Michael Crichton, no one delivers the goods
like the veteran writing team of Preston and Child (Relic;
Still Life with Crows; etc.). As if invigorated by their
recent solo efforts (Child: Utopia, etc.; Preston: The
Codex, etc.), the two now deliver their best novel ever, an
extravagant tale of international intrigue. Erudite, swiftly paced,
brimming with memorable personae and tense set pieces, this is the
perfect thriller to stuff into a beach bag.”
Publishers Weekly
"Agent Pendergast, last seen in the authors’ Still
Life with Crows, returns in a gruesome murder mystery. Fans
will be excited to see old friends, yet the story will still captivate
newcomers. The authors have outdone themselves with marvelous set
pieces and an intriguing mystery. Buy several copies.”
Library Journal
“An outrageously entertaining thriller from these accomplished
co-authors (Still Life with Crows, 2003, etc.) . . . As
good as the genre gets. Don’t miss it.”
Kirkus Reviews