Storm Cycle - Brossura

Johansen, Iris; Johansen, Roy

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0312368011 ISBN 13: 9780312368012

Casa editrice: St Martins Pr, 2010

Riassunto

Rachel Kirby is a computer genius whose personal life is falling apart. While her beloved younger sister is dying of a rare illness, Rachel is running out of time to connect the intricate pieces of a technological puzzle that will keep her alive. When a call comes from thousands of miles away, she is shocked to learn that a mysterious man named John Tavak has unearthed a stunningly important secret in an Egyptian tomb. It's a discovery that humankind has been seeking for centuries--one that may save the life of Rachel's sister and many thousands more.

But a powerful enemy is also in white-hot pursuit. Desperate to protect Tavak's find, Rachel adds her own cutting-edge expertise to his, joining forces--across three continents--to bring to light an ancient civilization's amazing legacy. As their lethal adversary draws closer, Rachel and Tavak will face murder and deceit at every turn as they race to unravel a 4,500-year-old secret...before it is lost to the ages.With Johansen and Johansen's fast-paced action, charismatic characters, and impeccable research,Storm Cycle will carry you away.

Su questo libro

L'autore:

Iris Johansen is the New York Times bestselling author of the Eve Duncan series of thrillers, includingChasing the Night, Blood Game, Eve, and Eight Days to Live. She lives near Atlanta, Georgia.

Roy Johansen is an Edgar award-winning author and the son of Iris Johansen. He has written many well-received mysteries, includingSilent Thunder, Deadly Visions, Beyond Belief, and The Answer Man.

Dalla quarta di copertina:

"a pulse-pounding adventure intricate enough to satisfy tech-savvy geeks and hard-core adrenaline junkies alike."--Booklist

Rachel Kirby is a computer genius whose personal life is falling apart. While her beloved younger sister is dying of a rare illness, Rachel is running out of time to connect the intricate pieces of a technological puzzle that will keep her alive. When a call comes from thousands of miles away, she is shocked to learn that a mysterious man named John Tavak has unearthed a stunningly important secret in an Egyptian tomb. It's a discovery that humankind has been seeking for centuries--one that may save the life of Rachel's sister and many thousands more.

"Enormously exciting...escapist thrills of the highest order."--RT Book club

But a powerful enemy is also in white-hot pursuit. Desperate to protect Tavak's find, Rachel adds her own cutting-edge expertise to his, joining forces--across three continents--to bring to light an ancient civilization's amazing legacy. As their lethal adversary draws closer, Rachel and Tavak will face murder and deceit at every turn as they race to unravel a 4,500-year-old secret...before it is lost to the ages.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: St Martins Pr
• Data di pubblicazione: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0312368011
• ISBN 13: 9780312368012
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 404