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- Book 3 of 22
- Pendergast
- Listening Length
- 17 hours and 4 minutes
- Author
- Douglas Preston, see all
- Narrator
- Jonathan Marosz
- Publication date
- December 14, 2012
- Language
- English
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In one of NPR's 100 Best Thrillers Ever, FBI agent Pendergast discovers thirty-six murdered bodies in a New York City charnel house . . . and now, more than a century later, a killer strikes again. In an ancient tunnel underneath New York City, a charnel house is discovered. Inside are thirty-six bodies—all murdered and mutilated more than a century ago. While FBI agent Pendergast investigates the old crimes, identical killings start to terrorize the city. The nightmare has begun. Again. Read more
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| Book 3 of 22 | Pendergast |
|---|---|
| Listening Length | 17 hours and 4 minutes |
| Author | Douglas Preston, see all |
| Narrator | Jonathan Marosz |
| Publication date | December 14, 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Grand Central Publishing |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Program Type | Audiobook |
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Top Amazon Reviews
Extraordinary, brilliant writing
Format: Mass Market Paperback
Phenomenal writing. Without giving away the plot, suffice it to say the character development, and plot construct are brilliant. It's engrossing, suspenseful and gripping. I could relate to these characters. I felt their fear, madness and sadness. It takes a seemingly absurd idea of inventing a serum extending life and making it believable. Not many authors can achieve this feat. Stephen King is one author who comes to mind. I couldn't put the book down. So far every one of these authors' books have been fantastic.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2025 by Maureen B.
Probably their best book.
Format: Kindle
As a long time fan of Preston & Child and having read nearly of their books, I would have to say that overall, this is their best one. It is a beautifully crafted, well though out story that grabs you from the first chapter and holds your attention to the last page. As this was their third novel in the Pendergast series, they we’re still in the character development stage for most of their recurring characters but they are all well written and play an integral role, especially Pendergast who is in top form. Pitted against an adversary as shrewd and cunning as he is, it makes for an exciting read. One of the best aspects of this book are the incredibly vivid depictions Lincoln & Child give of 19th century New York. There are a few chapters that you swear you are there and practically smell the New York streets in the 1800s. Great job fellas. This story lays a good foundation of Pendergast’s family background which is further developed in later novels as well as introduces us to Constance Greene who becomes a major character and pseudo love interest of Pendergast later in the series. I will not go into details as to the story’s plot, but will say that the storyline is very interesting. It teters on the fantastic but plausible while not crossing over into the suspension of disbelief realm. This one is well worth your time folks.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2021 by scotte1218
Not quite flawless, but a great read
Format: Hardcover
For anyone looking for a can't-put-it-down page turner that is literate, crafted, and informative, this is an excellent book. Preston and Child keep getting better, particularly in terms of character development, intricacy of plot, and the inclusion of detailed historical and scientific material that renders the book more than merely first-rate entertainment. The sections dealing with the geography and culture of 19th century Manhattan are rivetingly terrific, and as far as I can discern, factually accurate. Similarly, the thematic matter relating to that curious institution called "cabinets of curiosities" is informative and fascinating. The plot itself is fabulously laden with twists and turns and surprises. There are points in the story where I thought I had the trajectory of the novel all figured out, but Preston and Child proved me wrong. Indeed, they succeeding in maintaining the tension and anticipation right up until the very end of the book. The one flaw I encountered is that as surprising as the ending/resolution of the story turns out to be, it ultimately didn't seem to me quite satisfactory. No spoilers here, however, so I shan't say more except to add that the book is well-crafted and entertaining enough to overcome this single weakness. For those of us who love mystery/thrillers grounded in science and history, the works of Preston and Child have become required reading. This book leaves me awaiting even more eagerly their next novel.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2003 by Douglas Greenberg
Crown Jewel of the Pendergast Series
Format: Kindle
Some of the worst elements that would later come to bring the series down are introduced in fleeting detail here, but the book itself is probably the best P&C have ever put out. The imagery and suspense hold up for many rereads, even when the twists are known beforehand. There’s enough mystery left to the character of Pendergast and his complicated family legacy to keep things feeling acutely interesting here. The rest of the cast of characters is colorful and engaging, too. The central mystery of the story is probably the most artful and well-stricken balance of eerie pseudoscience and verisimilitude that any book in this series achieves. As someone who’s read every Pendergast novel more than once, this has to be my top recommendation among the series. Relic and Reliquary are great books, but neither are really necessary to understand and enjoy this one. If you’re looking for the most intriguing and entertaining this series has to offer, you’ve found it. Just don’t be surprised after, when nothing else in the Pendergast wheelhouse (quite) lives up to it.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2025 by Tom Erickson
It’s a novel that completely grips you
You can’t put it down! The characters and settings are described in great detail. The plot holds you fast! ...And when you finish it, you immediately want another Pendergast novel!
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2026 by Ana Luisa Roque
Scary fun.💁♀️💐
Format: Mass Market Paperback
All the books by these two authors are great. Scary, but not monster scary, more like psychological horror. I LOVE ❤️ it.
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2026 by Thorne Dale
A fun, unique thriller
Format: Kindle
This is an excellent and unique science based thriller. I normally don't like serial killer stories, but this one is so unusual and the murderer's motive is so logical that I enjoyed the book in spite of my anti-serial killer bias. The story starts with the discovery of numerous bodies of murder victims from the 19th century underneath a New York City construction site. The discovery draws Special FBI agent Pendergast into a web of murder, treachery and deceit that echoes from the 1870s to the present day. The book is well paced, highly readable and contains several suspense scenes that kept me turning the pages late into the night. Although the story deals with some grim subject matter, Preston and Child use a light tone and some humor that makes for an enjoyable read. In a market flooded with suspense thrillers, this book should be at the top of any reader's list.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2015 by Jim Lester
Now THIS is a book!
Having just finished reading this gem of a book, I can sit back and reflect on the delicious story I have been privileged to be woven through. Funny how this book seems personal on a few levels, first of all I do live in NYC blocks away from the Museum of Natural History, my favorite museum since childhood, I took a day off from work just to sit back and finish this book, as one reviewer below said one might have to do, I discovered that a woman I work with has the last name of Pendergast, and the climax of the story felt like a special treat, since its my birthday; right now. And about the book; Considering how many books are being written and published, this story was fresh, creepy, had totally amazing characters; I think I will miss them, and might have to re-read some of these books, to get back in touch with them(Pendergast, Smithback), and I wasn't feeling like I was just sitting here reading a BOOK. I felt like I was there or here rather, in NY, with this scary secretive thing going on. The writers have done a fantastic job, because this feels real and surreal at the same time, its part Indian Jones, part Anatomy 101, part hide and seek and pray you're not found by the psycho killer, and part unraveling mystery that you have to sit back and get sucked into. Enjoy the ride, it's a heart pounding, fast and not nearly long enough for me! I feel sad having come to the end, but I will always look back on this story and remember how much pleasure I got from reading it and making it come alive in my head. Okay, I am done before the worlds smallest violin starts playing on my shoulder, ha-ha, enjoy!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2005 by Kasia S.