The Obsidian Chamber

Douglas Preston · Lincoln Child

Oct 2016 · Pendergast series Book 16 · Sold by Grand Central Publishing

About this ebook

After Pendergast is presumed dead from a supernatural encounter, his bodyguard Proctor is the only one who can chase a kidnapper across international waters and into the deadly unknown.
A TRAGIC DISAPPEARANCE
After a harrowing, otherworldly confrontation on the shores of Exmouth, Massachussetts, Special Agent A.X.L. Pendergast is missing, presumed dead.

A SHOCKING RETURN
Sick with grief, Pendergast's ward, Constance, retreats to her chambers beneath the family mansion at 891 Riverside Drive--only to be taken captive by a shadowy figure from the past.

AN INTERNATIONAL MANHUNT
Proctor, Pendergast's longtime bodyguard, springs to action, chasing Constance's kidnapper through cities, across oceans, and into wastelands unknown.

BUT IN A WORLD OF BLACK AND WHITE, NOTHING IS AS IT SEEMS
And by the time Proctor discovers the truth, a terrifying engine has stirred-and it may already be too late . . .

Ratings and reviews

First I must say, this book is a nonstop action ride filled with mystery, suspense, and emotion. Preston and Child's character development was spot on as they show the two side of the coin, good and evil. The authors skillfully portrayed the fact each of us have the potential for great good and great evil. Furthermore with steady plot revelations developed to full potential, The Obsidian Chamber, did not drag or bog down. I found, even-though not my favorite of the Pendergast novels, I could not put the book down as I gorged myself on the story-line. As usual, a surprise ending is in store for the reader. Preston and Child's writing styles, so closely tuned, are indistinguishable. I have found this true in all the Pendergast books. If you have not read this series, I highly recommend them. I am champing at the bit, waiting for the next book in this series. Although a stand alone, I do feel prior knowledge of the past story-lines would be helpful, however it would not hinder your enjoyment. Rather, it will send you to the book store for the series. In concluding the review of The Obsidian Chamber, I found the book intriguing and enjoyable. There are many surprises in store for the reader in this one. Grab this book, a cup of your favorite beverage, sit back and enjoy several hours of entertainment from the pen of Preston and Child. I feel this book suitable for young adults and adults due to subject matter. Final Note, I received this book by way of Netgalley and the publisher in return for an honest book review.

What the french toast? The twist this novel took left me confused & not sure if I even want to keep reading. Too improbable & as the other reviews said "weak". The Pendergast series has been my favorite, until this book. I was so excited for another book to come out, but am disappointed with where this one went. Maybe the writers are too focused on the upcoming television series?

A boring novel. Too many threads left hanging, never woven back into the story in any kind of meaningful way. To prepare for this latest Pendergast novel, I re-read the Diogenes trilogy and Crimson Shore. Its a disappointing effort, with the whole inexplicable Proctor misadventure.

About the author

The thrillers of Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child "stand head and shoulders above their rivals" (Publishers Weekly). Preston and Child's Relic and The Cabinet of Curiosities were chosen by readers in a National Public Radio poll as being among the one hundred greatest thrillers ever written, and Relic was made into a number-one box office hit movie. They are coauthors of the famed Pendergast series and their recent novels include Fever Dream, Cold Vengeance, Two Graves, and Gideon's Corpse. In addition to his novels, Preston writes about archaeology for the New Yorker and Smithsonian magazines. Lincoln Child is a former book editor who has published five novels of his own, including the huge bestseller Deep Storm.
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