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The Wheel of Darkness

The Wheel of Darkness

AdventureCrime
Published
2007

Genres

Adventure Crime Suspense Thriller

Authors

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Douglas Preston

American author best known for the Agent Pendergast thriller series, co-written with Lincoln Child since Relic (1995). He also writes solo thrillers and nonfiction on archaeology, exploration and natural history, including The Monster of Florence and The Lost City of the Monkey God. He began his career at the American Museum of Natural History and has served as president of the Authors Guild.

L
Lincoln Child

Lincoln Child is the author of Face Off, a thrilling novel that fans of suspense will enjoy. He's known for his gripping stories that keep you turning pages.

Frequently asked questions

  • Do I need to read the previous Pendergast novels to understand this story?

    While this book functions as a self-contained mystery, it assumes familiarity with the established history and personal evolution of Aloysius Pendergast, making it more rewarding for those who have followed his character arc from the beginning of the series.

  • How does this entry differ from earlier books in the Pendergast series?

    This installment marks a notable shift in the series by moving the primary action to a Tibetan monastery, emphasizing a more mystical and philosophical tone compared to the grounded forensic investigations found in the earlier novels.