Nelson DeMille
Nelson DeMille
Author • Editor23 August 1943 – 17 September 2024 · From United States- Books
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Nelson DeMille was the author of twenty-four novels, seven of which were #1 New York Times bestsellers. His novels include The Maze, The Cuban Affair, Word of Honor, Plum Island, The Charm School, The Gold Coast, and The General's Daughter, which was made into a major motion picture starring John Travolta and Madeleine Stowe.
With his son Alex DeMille, he cowrote The Deserter, Blood Lines, and The Tin Men. Nelson DeMille was a combat-decorated U.S. Army veteran; a member of Mensa, Poets & Writers, and the Authors Guild; and a past president of the Mystery Writers of America.
He was also a member of the International Thriller Writers, which honored him as 2015 ThrillerMaster of the Year. He died in 2024.
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The John Corey series begins with "Plum Island," followed by "The Lion's Game," "Up Country," "Wild Fire," "The Gate House," "The Lion," "The Panther," "Radiant Angel," and concludes with "The Maze."
Nelson DeMille has also published books under the pseudonyms Jack Cannon, Brad Matthews, and Kurt Ladner.
His novel "The General's Daughter" was adapted into a film starring John Travolta. "Plum Island" was also adapted into a television movie.
Nelson DeMille is widely recognized for his thriller novels, particularly those featuring cynical but effective protagonists like John Corey, often blending espionage, military themes, and a distinctive sense of humor.