The book of the dead audiobook by douglas preston, lincoln. Book of the dead douglas preston and lincoln child. The book of the dead is the seventh book in the agent pendergast series and book three of the diogenes trilogy. Were this a television show, it would be the one shot when the leading actor was sick, or in a contract dispute. Brazenly convoluted, swiftgoing last title in the pendergast trilogy after dance of death, 2005 features fbi special agent aloysius pendergast. In the book, pendergast still faces the blood maddened mbwun. The book of the dead pendergast, book 7 mass market paperback july 1, 2007 by douglas preston author visit amazons douglas preston page.
Not unlike return of the jedi, the book of the dead picks up not immediately upon the heels of dance of death but rather some time later. This edition comes with a postcard from pendergast, send to corrie swanson on the occasion of her graduation from the fbi academy. The reason is that, while most of the stories can stand on their own, there is a continuity involving the characters especially surrounding the. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of the dead pendergast series 7. Readers can sign up for the pendergast file, a monthly strangely entertaining note from the authors, at their website. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. Together they have written numerous technothriller and horror novels, including the pendergast series, the gideon crew series and other standalone novels. Pendergast is the very soul of this series of books, and to have him appear so little and so late was a peculiar decision, in my opinion. The main characters of this mystery, thriller story are aloysius x.
In this conversation with bookgasm, preston talks about whats in store for that. If you are the publisher or author of this book and feel. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. If it is not in the store but available, it will say usually ships in 15 days. Also, it is the third and final installment to the trilogy concentrating on pendergast and his relationship with lieutenant vincent dagosta in their pursuit to stop. The book of the dead can fbi special agent pendergast stop a cursed egyptian tomb from terrorizing new york city or will he stay trapped in a maximum security prison, punished for a murder he didnt commit. Pendergast is in prison for a series of murders he didnt commit. Can fbi special agent pendergast stop a cursed egyptian tomb from terrorizing new york city. They are coauthors of the famed pendergast series and their recent novels include fever dream, cold vengeance, two graves, and gideons corpse.
To quell the pr nightmare of the gem fiasco, the museum decides to reopen the tomb of senef. Brimstone would be the first of the pendergast trilogy so named for central character, special agent aloysius pendergast, followed by dance of death. Verses for the dead the official website of douglas. It was published by grand central publishing then warner books and released on may 30, 2006.
Brazenly convoluted, swiftgoing last title in the pendergast trilogy after dance of death, 2005 features fbi special agent aloysius pendergast in murderous rivalry with his brother diogenes the authors keep numerous pots boiling over at once. Possible ex library copy, thata ll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. An agent pendergast novel by preston, douglas, child, lincoln isbn. The new york museum of natural history receives their pilfered gem collection back. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Douglas preston and lincoln child are the ny times bestselling coauthors of a string of bestselling action adventure and thriller novels, including the agent pendergast and gideon crew adventures. The book of the dead pendergast series book 7 douglas preston author lincoln child author 2006 the book of the dead pendergast series book 7 douglas preston author lincoln child author 2006 wheel of darkness pendergast series book 8 douglas preston author lincoln. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 454 pages and is available in hardcover format. Buy a cheap copy of the book of the dead by douglas preston. Following the previous posting, another book that i read within the past year was the book of the dead, the next novel in the special agent pendergast series of thrillers written by douglas preston and lincoln child. Also, it is the third and final installment to the trilogy concentrating on pendergast and his relationship with lieutenant vincent dagosta in their pursuit to stop pendergasts brother, diogenes.
Can fbi special agent pendergast stop a cursed egyptian tomb from terrorizing new york city or will he stay trapped in a maximum security prison, punished for a murder he didnt commit. As if there was ever any doubt hed be back, agent aloysius xingu l pendergast, who was last seen in the late 2018 novel verses for the dead, will. The book of the dead ebook written by douglas preston, lincoln child. As dagosta attempts to break him out of prison, laura hayward investigates a series of bizarre killings centred on the long. Other major characters from the relic are adopted into the story. The first edition of the novel was published in 2005, and was written by douglas preston. Jun 06, 2006 brazenly convoluted, swiftgoing last title in the pendergast trilogy after dance of death, 2005 features fbi special agent aloysius pendergast in murderous rivalry with his brother diogenes. Douglas preston is an american author who typically writes alongside lincoln child. The character of the fbi special agent aloysius pendergast evolves through the series to match the various situations he finds himself in. The book of the dead agent pendergast series ebook. Free download or read online dance of death pdf epub pendergast series book. The book of the dead by douglas preston librarything.
The authors suggest a reading of the second book would increase enjoyment. Set immediately after the events in dance of death, the book of the dead begins with a strange package arriving at the new york museum of natural history. Douglas preston lives on the coast of maine, while lincoln child lives in new jersey. A pendergast novel by douglas preston and lincoln child a. Buy a cheap copy of verses for the dead book by douglas preston. Pendergast is combined to dagosta with tom sizemore taking their characters. The next three books, brimstone, dance of death, and book of death, form the next trilogy featuring diogenes, pendergasts evil mastermind brother. Pendergast is abruptly forced to accept an unthinkable condition of continued employment.
He first appeared in relic as a writer commissioned by the new york museum of natural history for a book about the museum and their upcoming superstition exhibition. Last updated february 3rd, 2020 when it comes to reading the pendergast novels in order, having read the whole series so far, i suggest you do read the douglas preston and lincoln child pendergast books in order of publication, starting with relic. To order a first edition copy of verses for the dead personally signed by both douglas preston and lincoln child, use this link. Vincent dagosta is the main secondary character that features in these books along with pendergast. The first two books, relic and reliquary, form the initial duology, which sets the slightly supernatural aspect of the series. In addition to his novels, preston writes about archaeology for the new yorker and smithsonian magazines. Also, it is the third and final installment to the trilogy concentrating on pendergast and his relationship with lieutenant vincent dagosta in their pursuit to stop pendergast s brother, diogenes. Fbi special agent aloysius pendergasts younger brother diogenes has announced his plan. Verses for the dead is the 18th installment in douglas preston and lincoln childs agent pendergast series.
The book of the dead 2006 book three diogenes pendergast has been stopped for now, but aloysius pendergast has been sent to prison, awaiting trial for his lifeassuming he lives long enough to be executed. Diogenes, the psychotic killer who stole them in dance of death, is throwing down the gauntlet to both the city and to his brother, fbi agent pendergast, who is currently incarcerated in a maximum security prison. Pendergast is forced to accept an unthinkable condition of continued employmenthe must work with a partner. Pdf dance of death book pendergast free download 560 pages. It is part of their informal agent pendergast series and the third and final novel in the diogenes trilogy arc. After an overhaul of leadership at the fbis new york field office, a. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text.
Special agent pendergast is stuck in a supermax prison while his brother diogenes continues to move inexorably towards. A pendergast novel douglas preston and lincoln child. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 560 pages and is available in mass market paperback format. The book of the dead by douglas preston, lincoln child. Pendergast series by douglas preston and lincoln child is one of my favorite mysterythriller series and i eagerly await each new offering. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc. Pendergast is introduced right in the first book, along with characters that would follow him in next books, including vincent dagosta, margo green, and reporter bill smithback. Free download or read online the book of the dead pdf epub pendergast series book. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
The book of the dead pendergast, book 7 by douglas. In the book, pendergast is more informed about the mysteries of mbwun. See all 14 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Brimstone, dance of death, and the book of the dead omnibus agent pendergast series by douglas preston. After an overhaul of leadership at the fbis new york office, special agent a. An fbi agent, rotting away in a highsecurity prison for a murder he did not commit. Secrets are revealed, including the event which transformed pendergast s brother diogenes into a sociopathic killer.
This is the seventh book in the special agent pendergast series. The book of the dead by douglas preston thriftbooks. Chronological by series preston books child books book of the dead. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The book of the dead pendergast series 7 kindle edition by preston, douglas, child, lincoln. His brilliant, psychotic brother, about to perpetrate a horrific crime. Book of the dead the thrilling conclusion of the diogenes trilogy. The book of the dead pendergast series 7 and millions of other books are available for instant access. The book of the dead pendergast series 7 kindle edition by. Pendergast novels in order mystery series, book lists. The book of the dead pendergast, book 7 9780446618502. The first edition of the novel was published in 2006, and was written by douglas preston.
Readers who have observed pendergasts growing resemblance to conan doyles sherlock holmes in the novels which preceded the book of the dead will shiver with a frisson of delight at the tumultuous reichenbach falls style climax which takes place on. An agent pendergast novel and over 8 million other books are available for amazon kindle. Fbi special agent pendergast must confront a strange, otherworldly circumstance a new partnership. The book of the dead is a novel by douglas preston and lincoln child published on july 1, 2007 by warner books.
After an overhaul of leadership at the fbis new york field office. Sick with grief, pendergasts ward, constance, retreats to her chambers beneath the family mansion at 891 riverside drive only to be taken captive by a shadowy figure from the past. An agent pendergast novel agent pendergast series 7 kindle edition by douglas preston author, lincoln child author format. Pdf the book of the dead book pendergast free download. Free shipping on due to covid19, orders may be delayed.
The younger of aloysius pendergast s twin sons by his wife helen, tristram is tall and slender, with pendergast s blond hair, silveryblue eyes and narrow, patrician face. Brimstone, dance of death, and the book of the dead omnibus agent pendergast series by douglas preston view history common knowledge. An agent pendergast novel ebook written by douglas preston, lincoln child. Book of the dead is a novel by douglas preston and lincoln child first published in 2006. The main characters of this thriller, mystery story are aloysius x. The book of the dead pendergast, book 7 mass market paperback july 1, 2007 by douglas preston author.
Agent pendergast is locked away in solitary confinement at the escapeproof herkmoor federal correctional facility in upstate new york. Book of the dead the thrilling conclusion of the diogenes trilogy print view. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Verses for the dead audiobook by douglas preston, lincoln. Douglas prestons first novel to be published was jennie. After a harrowing otherworldly confrontation on the shores of exmouth, massachussetts, special agent a. The books are about the story of fbi special agent aloysius pendergast.
With writing partner lincoln child, douglas preston is a new york times bestselling author on a string of thrillers, most recently with the new the book of the dead, the conclusion to a trilogy of novels that began with brimstone and dance of death, all showcasing their popular fbi agent pendergast character. Pendergast is locked in a high security prison, awaiting trial for the crimes his brother has. Pendergast series in reading order books reading order. The book of the dead pendergast, book 7 by douglas preston.
The third book in the trilogy brimstone, dance of death features an egyptian tomb, an ancient curse, and enough intense, highspeed action to send blood pressure skyrocketing. The book of the dead audiobook douglas preston, lincoln. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the book of the dead. As dagosta attempts to break him out of prison, laura hayward investigates a series of bizarre killings centred on the longclosed tomb of senef at the new york museum of natural history. The book of the dead agent pendergast series series by douglas preston. If the pendergast novel the cabinet of curiosities was a 10 and in my opinion it was, then by comparison verses for the dead is a 4. The book of the dead pendergast series 7 kindle edition.
Pendergast is in prison and his friends have been working tirelessly to break him out and that first scene in this book with dagosta et al feels, indeed, just like the beginning of rotj. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Verses for the dead the official website of douglas preston. Click to read more about the book of the dead by douglas preston.
Not the best by far, but since it was pendergast it was still entertaining. If the item is in stock in our store, it will say on our shelves now. Sick with grief, pendergast s ward, constance, retreats to her chambers beneath the family mansion at 891 riverside drive only to be taken captive by a shadowy figure from the past. Lincoln child is a former book editor who has published five novels of his own, including the huge bestseller deep storm. Pendergast and his new colleague, junior agent coldmoon, are assigned to investigate a rash of killings in miami beach, where a bloodthirsty psychopath is cutting out the hearts of his victims and leaving them with cryptic handwritten letters at local gravestones.