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The Lion (John Corey, #5)

Nelson DeMille
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The Lion (John Corey, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Nelson DeMille

The Lion (John Corey, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

437

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Lion by Nelson DeMille follows Anti-Terrorist Task Force agent John Corey as he pursues his nemesis, Libyan terrorist Asad Khalil, across the United States. Set against a backdrop of high-stakes tension, the story weaves through intense encounters and strategic maneuvers in a gripping narrative of cat-and-mouse.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

39,695 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Nelson DeMille's The Lion is frequently praised for its intense action and suspense. Readers appreciate the gripping plot and well-drawn characters, notably the antagonist's chilling persona. However, some critique its pacing as occasionally uneven, and a few find the dialogue unrealistic. Despite these, the book remains a thrilling read that appeals to fans of high-stakes drama.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lion (John Corey, #5)?

A reader captivated by gripping thrillers with intense action and complex characters would enjoy Nelson DeMille's The Lion. Fans of Tom Clancy's The Hunt for Red October or Vince Flynn's American Assassin who appreciate military themes, espionage, and detailed narratives will find this novel compelling and satisfying.

4.4

39,695 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

437

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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