The Book of the Dead by Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child (2006, Hardcover)

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This book carries on the excellent story of Diogenes and Aloysius Pendergast. One of those books it was almost impossible to put down once I started reading it. Almost consumed it in one sitting.

This was the first in this dynamic duo's series of Agent Pendergast books that I had read. I was hopelessly hooked thereafter. If you like action adventure to the nth degree, then these fellas are for you. I have read all their other books since my first foray into their world and it hasn't disappointed yet. Eventhough I started at the end of this storyline(which began with Brimstone & then Dance of Death), it didn't confuse me at all. This mega thriller also has romance, mystery, horror, and a level of technicality that will actually teach you a thing or two. These authors are an absolutely, positively, your life depends on it (kidding), must read.

THIS IS ONE OF MY BEST EBAY BUYS. THE BOOK, BOOK OF THE DEAD, KEPT ME ON THE EDGE OF MY SEAT, I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN. NOW I'VE READ ALL OF THE DUOS BOOKS & CAN'T WAIT FOR SOMETHING NEW!!!!

I only wish that this was not the last in the series of Special Agent Pendergast. I highly recommend Lincoln Child and Douglas Preston to anyone who liked and of Dan Brown's books. (i.e. Davinci Code

Not as good as The Cabinet of Curiosities or Brimstone, or Still Life with Crows. I think Pendergast has lost substance.

This book culminates many of the ideas and hints from all of the prior books. It can be read as a stand-a-lone book, but if you like to read between the lines, this book offers insights that you would otherwise miss. I stayed up at night just to finish it. Lincoln and Child have hit a high with this book. It could end here. I hope it does not. I can see a few books in the meantime before another Pendergas book, but I think his presence is a bonus. It reminds me of Sherlock Holmes. Teh caracter's insights are terrific.

Mike Dudek

I have been a fan of Douglas Preston and Lincoln Childs since stumbling on a copy of Relic when it was donated to my library years ago. I have been fascinated by the way two separate individuals write so well together. This third installment regarding the deathlike struggle between Agent Prendergast and his brother Diogenes, is like an ice cream sundae; tasty, satisfying, yet leaving you hankering for just a bit more. Fortunately, there are a couple very strong hints at the end of the book that lead readers to wonder what is coming next. If you missed any of the earlier books, eBay is perfect for filling in the gaps, and after you have read Reliquary, you might even think about picking up a copy of Jennifer Toth's "The Mole People: Life in the tunnels beneath New York City" which is an excellent read about the people who really do live under the city.

Another great book in the Agent Pendergast series. Always entertaining,I can't put their books down until I have finished. I look forward to the next adventure for Agent Pendergast.