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Relic: 1 Paperback – 29 May 2019

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Agent Pendergast investigates a series of strange murders and rumours of a murderous beast in the New York Museum of Natural History.

The New York Museum of Natural History is built over a subterranean labyrinth of neglected specimen vaults, unmapped drainage tunnels and long-forgotten catacombs.

And there's something down there.

When the mutilated bodies of two young boys are discovered deep within the museum's bowels, Lieutenant Vincent D'Agosta of the NYPD fears a homicidal maniac may be at large. FBI agent Aloysius X.L. Pendergast believes they may be facing something much worse.

As the death toll mounts, and with the opening of the museum's new 'Superstition' exhibition just days away, the two men must work together to prevent a massacre.

'Sit back, crack open the book and get ready for the ride of your life' DAVID BALDACCI.

'White-hot bestselling suspense. Simply brilliant!' LISA GARDNER.

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Head of Zeus GB
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29 May 2019
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12.9 x 2.9 x 19.9 cm
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1788547020
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978-1788547024
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PRAISE FOR PRESTON & CHILD:
'Sit back, crack open the book and get ready for the ride of your life' David Baldacci.
'A collision between past and present that will leave you breathless' Lee Child.
'White-hot bestselling suspense. Simply brilliant!' Lisa Gardner.
'A positively delicious serving. Great fun to the last page' -- Anne Rice

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Agent Pendergast investigates a series of strange murders and rumours of a murderous beast in the New York Museum of Natural History.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Head of Zeus GB (29 May 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1788547020
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1788547024
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.9 x 2.9 x 19.9 cm

Best Sellers Rank: 20,041 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 353 in Technothrillers (Books)
- 1,136 in Crime Action & Adventure
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Lincoln Child
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Lincoln Child is the co-author, with Douglas Preston, of such highly-acclaimed thrillers as CROOKED RIVER, OLD BONES, VERSES FOR THE DEAD, CABINET OF CURIOSITIES, and RELIC, the latter two of which were chosen by an NPR poll as among the 100 greatest thrillers ever written. He has also published seven thrillers of his own, most recently the Jeremy Logan books FULL WOLF MOON and THE FORGOTTEN ROOM. 26 of his joint and solo books have become bestsellers, 3 of which debuted at #1 on the New York Times list. He lives in Sarasota, Florida.
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Douglas Preston is the author of thirty-six books, both fiction and nonfiction, twenty-nine of which have been New York Times bestsellers, with several reaching the number 1 position. He has worked as an editor at the American Museum of Natural History in New York and taught nonfiction writing at Princeton University. His first novel, RELIC, co-authored with Lincoln Child, was made into a movie by Paramount Pictures, which launched the famed Pendergast series of novels. His recent nonfiction book, THE MONSTER OF FLORENCE, is also in production as a film. His latest book, THE LOST CITY OF THE MONKEY GOD, tells the true story of the discovery of a prehistoric city in an unexplored valley deep in the Honduran jungle. In addition to books, Preston writes about archaeology and paleontology for the New Yorker, National Geographic, and Smithsonian. He is the recipient of numerous writing awards in the US and Europe, including an honorary Doctor of Letters degree from Pomona College. He currently serves as president of the Authors Guild, the nation's oldest and largest association of authors and journalists.
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Reviewed in Australia on 11 December 2017

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This is a very suspenseful read, both educational and intriguing. Haven't read any other novels by Preston and Child, but certainly will be looking out for more by them. I have given 4 stars - maybe 3.5 was all it deserved, but that is not an option. The Authors should look to see if they can improve their grammar and spelling - most noticeably 'shined' instead of 'shone'.
The suspense was real and built as the story progressed, to the last page.
A good read which included information regarding genetics to computer wizardry - not all of it correct however, but interestingly entwined into the plot of this story.

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High expectations

Reviewed in Australia on 13 January 2021

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I had high expectations for this book and I was not disappointed. It keeps the reader on the edge for the whole book, great story, excellent characters. Can’t wait to read more of these books.

Clear your diary, once you get into it you won't want to put it down!

Reviewed in Australia on 4 December 2015

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After a bit of a slow start this book really picks up pace. Set in the New York Museum of Natural History this is a book that is a mystery, thriller, science fiction all thrown into one. Once I got into it I could not put it down, a really interesting story told in a suspenseful setting and it really kept me guessing.

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Mrs Heather M Robb

Blood guts and a monster

Reviewed in Australia on 23 July 2019

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I like his characterisations a diverse group of people but I got tired of the gore

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Reviewed in Australia on 20 July 2019

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A bit far fetched at times but it certainly kept my interest.

Reviewed in Australia on 24 January 2017

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This is the first Child/Preston book I have read and I can't wait to read more.

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If you like thrillers with clever plots you'll love this book

Reviewed in Australia on 23 February 2016

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Keeps the suspense going to the very last page. If you like thrillers with clever plots you'll love this book. These authors never disappoint.

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Reviewed in Australia on 11 March 2021

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good story line

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Joe Bathelt

Gripping and atmospheric

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 29 January 2022

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I picked up this book because it was recommended by Cal Newport. The story starts with brutal murders in the Museum of Natural History just a few days before their new exhibition on superstition is about to open. Rumours are spreading around the museum’s employees that the murders are linked to a curse tied to an ill-fated expedition. Or, perhaps, the murders can be explained by a freak mutation that created a supreme predator, as one of the eminent professors beliefs. A ragtag team of sceptical museum staff and the ominous agent Pendergast begin to investigate. The book definitely falls in the guilty pleasure category. It was gripping and atmospheric from the start. The authors also clearly did a lot of research to make the scientific and historical background at least partially believable. The writing was sometimes a bit clumsy. There is no risk of mistaking this book for high literature. However, I was entertained throughout and looked forward to reading it. I think it’s perfect for people who enjoy science fiction a la Jurassic Park or adventure stories like Indiana Jones.

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Kym Hamer

A gripping ride

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 October 2018

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There's something lurking in the sub-basement, it's slaughtering people and with the opening of the Museum's newest and high-profile exhibition looming, everyone is looking over their shoulder. What is it, how did it get there and why is it decapitating its victims? The answer lies in a curious mix of science and anthropology. I was guessing right up to the end...and then some! Relic is a gripping 4-star ride.

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md

Great entertainment

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 January 2017

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Picked this up in a cheap book sale years ago and over the years have read it quite a few times. I have been meaning to give it to a charity shop many times, but every time decided to read it before I did so. I now have the Kindle version as well so I can finally give it away. Easy read, interesting and perfect length for a long flight, a cold evening or a day on the beach. It made me read the rest of the Pendergast series, though this -with Reliquary and Cabinet of Curiosities- is by far the best. Some great characters are introduced in Relic that seem to lose their interesting charms as the series progresses. More and more midlife crises and angst is leaving me less and less captivated as time goes on.

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Luke

I just couldn't get in to it

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 August 2019

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I really liked the premise of this book and had high hopes going in. However, it turned into a bit of a Hollywood monster movie for the final third which resulted in me losing a little interest.

The writing was good and the science and research sections were interesting a great alternative theory to well-known historical events. But other than this, I just couldn't find myself relating to the characters that well and I sometimes found it a little laborious to continue reading.

If the blurb intrigues you, do go ahead as it will likely be your sort of thing (hence the great reviews.)

AJ

Relic introduces Agent Pendergast

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 August 2017

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I read this book because I love the film, Relic. The film is dark and creepy with some good characterisation.

The book is the first in a series of novels that feature Agent Pendergast - an extraordinary man who is an intellect, a philanthropist, and a detective whose speciality is unusual and prolific serial murderers. This mystery thriller is complex and fascinating which has, clearly, been researched thoroughly. The authors take care to explain the arcane and archaic details which underpin the mystery without being patronising. I love novels which educate me as well as take me through a fascinating story. This is one of those. And, it was a joy to find that this is the first in series of novels which feature Agent Pendergast.

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