THE BLACK MADONNA - nowa powieść przygodowa, bestsellerowego i wielokrotnie nagradzanego autora Davisa Bunna.

Art historian Storm Syrrell and rugged treasure hunter Harry Bennett travel to the West Bank, Palm Beach, Poland, England, Spain, and other exotic locales to investigate a historic art treasure with significant contemporary implications: the Black Madonna.

Meanwhile, their efforts to shed light on the mystery surrounding the murder of Storm’s grandfather and the contents of his frayed leather journal puts their own lives in grave danger.

Drawing comparisons to master mystery writers like Dan Brown, David Baldacci, and Steve Berry, Davis Bunn crafts an adventure full of authenticity and action—with a spiritual edge. THE BLACK MADONNA will send readers on an exciting journey that explores how historical discoveries can transform life, love, and the course of word events.

 

A Follow-Up to the Brilliantly Reviewed Gold of Kings
Davis Bunn’s first novel with this set of characters, Gold of Kings (Howard, May 2009; Dutch rights sold to Kok) was enthusiastically received: “slick adventure thriller,” Booklist called it, and “With this adventure, Bunn should win another crown,” said Publishers Weekly. Readers who enjoyed Gold of Kings will want THE BLACK MADONNA as well—but they can enjoy each as stand-alone novels as well.

Proven Seller to Both Male and Female Audiences
Bunn’s books have soldover six million copies in 16 languages because he creates stories and characters with strong emotional appeal to the women who make up the majority of the market. At the same time, he creates enough suspense and excitement to appeal to men.

O autorze:

Davis Bunn is the author of numerous national bestsellers in genres spanning historical sagas, contemporary thrillers, and inspirational gift books. He has received widespread critical acclaim, including three Christy Awards for excellence in fiction. He serves as writer in residence at Regent’s Park College at Oxford University and lectures internationally on the craft of writing. He spends half the year in the U.S. and half in the U.K. 

Prasa o Gold of Kings, Davis Bunn
“A smooth blend of romance, archeology, and murder mystery. With this adventure, Bunn should win another crown.” —Publishers Weekly

“A riveting tale. From the first page it grips and doesn’t let go. I know these people, these places, these situations. Unlike too many of today’s treasure-based adventures, Bunn absolutely gets it right! Gold of Kings is an irresistible blend of solid action and historical facts and superb characters and great intrigue.”
—Bob Marx, pre-eminent treasure hunter and author of The World’s Richest Wrecks

“I have absolutely devoured Gold of Kings! This story is a positive wonder of entertainment. An animated travelogue mixed with superb characterizations and accomplished writing. A powerful, powerful piece of work.”
—Phyllis Tickle, bestselling author

“A fabulous tale…A thinking person’s Indiana Jones.”
—Hy Smith, Senior VP, United International Pictures

“If you are a reader of Bunn’s electric thrillers, don’t miss this one. If for any reason you have missed his previous ones, this is a great place to start.”
—Janette Oke, bestselling author

"Gold of Kings is a powerful and gripping page turner. Buckle yourself in and prepare for an exciting ride. Highly recommended."
—United States Congressman Mark Siljander, author of A Deadly Misunderstanding

“Gold of Kings is the work of a master craftsman. Davis Bunn’s skill allows us to see and feel the dangerous and exotic places he guides us through. His characters are compelling, real, admirable, and memorable.”
—Ken Kulken, bestselling author of Midheaven

“Gold of Kings grips you on the first page and propels you though one of the great treasure hunts of all time. Both challenging and satisfying. A magnificent read.”
—Ted Baehr, President, Movieguide

"Gold of Kings is a superb story...It engages quickly and offers enormous insight into our religious history and the world of art. Such an engagement of head and heart makes for a truly special read. "
—William Aramony, President, Bridges for Peace

“Gold of Kings is an edge-of-your-seat thriller, filled with false leads and nonstop action. A global treasure hunt.”
—Harriet Klausner, #1 Amazon reviewer

“An electrifying and tantalizing tale! This amazing story grips the reader long after the last page is turned. An action-packed thriller that exhausts yet exhilerates.”
—Susan Wales, bestselling author

Link do autora: http://www.davisbunn.com/

Autor: Davis Bunn

Data dodania: 2010-01-24