The Book of the Dead (Pendergast, #7; Diogenes, #3)
The Book of the Dead (Pendergast, #7; Diogenes, #3)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
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BetaThe Book of the Dead (Pendergast, #7; Diogenes, #3)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006454
Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Book of the Dead by Lincoln Child and Douglas Preston involves the reopening of the enigmatic Tomb of Senef by the New York Museum of Natural History, leading to a chilling series of events. It’s part of the Pendergast series, following the investigations of the enigmatic FBI Agent Aloysius Pendergast.
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The Book of the Dead by Lincoln Child and Douglas Preston is a gripping thriller praised for its fast-paced narrative and well-researched historical elements. Fans applaud the tension and dynamic characters, but some criticize the predictable plot twists. Overall, it offers an engaging, if sometimes formulaic, escapade.
Who Should Read The Book of the Dead (Pendergast, #7; Diogenes, #3)?
A reader who enjoys The Book of the Dead by Lincoln Child and Douglas Preston would likely appreciate fast-paced thrillers with a blend of history, mystery, and science. Fans of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code or Michael Crichton's Congo will find this novel's intricate plot and intelligent suspense particularly engaging.
41,405 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2006
Adult
18+ years
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