Gabriel Allon is in Venetië bezig met het restaureren van een oud kunstwerk, als hij een urgente oproep van de Italiaanse politie krijgt. Julien Isherwood, een excentrieke Londense kunsthandelaar en een vriend van Gabriel, dacht bij een bezoek aan het Comomeer een potentiële cliënt te treffen. In plaats daarvan vond hij een op gruwelijke wijze vermoorde man, en wordt hij nu gezien als hoofdverdachte. Om zijn vriend te redden moet Gabriel de werkelijke daders vinden – en een wereldberoemd schilderij opsporen dat met de daders is verdwenen… Zijn zoektocht loopt uit op een jacht die hem door heel Europa voert, van het Louvre in Parijs tot het Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam…
Een zware bom ontploft in het hart van Parijs. Een paar dagen later is het raak op de Albert Cuyp-markt in Amsterdam. Er vallen honderden slachtoffers, en de internationale veiligheidsdiensten draaien overuren. Ze roepen uiteindelijk de hulp in van Gabriel Allon – meesterspion én kunstrestaurateur. De terreurdaden blijken het werk te zijn van een onbekende terrorist die zich Saladin noemt. Om hem te ontmaskeren rekruteert Gabriel een jonge vrouw, Natalie. Zij zal afreizen naar het kalifaat en daar infiltreren in Saladins cel. Gabriels taak? Zorgen dat Natalie het overleeft… Toen Silva met dit boek begon, hadden de aanslagen in Parijs en Brussel nog niet plaatsgevonden – zijn fictieve verhaal werd ingehaald door de waarheid.
Gabriel Allon, master art restorer and assassin, returns in a spellbinding new thriller from No.1 bestselling author Daniel Silva. For all fans of Robert Ludlum.
A tale of spies and betrayal in the Second World War. Germany, 1944. The Allied invasion is not far away, and the high command desperately need to know where it will take place. It is time to activate one of Hitler's last spies in Britain - Catherine Blake, a sleeper planted before the war and awaiting orders . . . British intelligence also has its orders, and academic Alfred Vicary has been recruited by Churchill himself to carry them out. It is his job to find Catherine and stop her before it is too late. But whose side are his own people on?
Daniel Silva's first novel, The Unlikely Spy, which Richard Bernstein of The New York Times called "briskly suspenseful, tightly constructed . . . reminiscent of John le Carré 's classic The Spy Who Came In from the Cold, " proved itself to be one of the most auspicious thriller debuts in years. It was translated into over a dozen languages and went on to become a major international bestseller. Now, with The Mark of the Assassin, Silva firmly takes his place among the most compelling writers of his generation; it is an unputdownable tale of power, politics, and intrigue. ;;;;;;;; When Michael Osbourne of the CIA is called in to investigate the terrorist bombing of an airliner off the coast of Long Island, there is one relevant clue that drives him: a body found in the water near the crash site with three bullet holes in its face. Osbourne recognizes the deadly markings as the work of a world-class assassin, a man whose very existence has never been proven because the only people ever to have seen him became his victims. And among those victims was a young woman Osbourne loved years before. ;;;;;;;; As Osbourne gets closer and closer to the assas-sin's trail, his personal obsessions threaten to consume not only the investigation, but his marriage and family life as well. When the frightening identity of the assassin's employers becomes clear, Osbourne puts himself and his loved ones in the sights of the most fearsome man on earth. ;;;;;;;; With breathtaking plot twists, complex characters, and a villain who is among the most ruthless, diabolical creations in modern thriller fiction, The Mark of the Assassin is a razor-sharp suspense masterpiece fromone of the most exciting new authors at work today.
Set against a backdrop of intrigue, this thriller weaves a tale of deception and betrayal, exploring the depths of vengeance. With a gripping narrative, the author delves into complex characters and their motivations, creating a suspenseful atmosphere that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The story promises unexpected twists and a compelling exploration of trust and loyalty in a world rife with danger.
An instant bestseller, this book captivates readers with its compelling narrative and engaging characters. It explores themes of resilience and transformation, drawing readers into a richly woven story that resonates on multiple levels. The author skillfully blends emotional depth with thought-provoking insights, making it a must-read for those seeking a powerful literary experience.
“One of fiction’s greatest spies,” (Kirkus), Gabriel Allon returns for his seventeenth adventure in the new novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva. The Black Widow, the last book in the series, was a prescient and timely thriller — called “a sobering, insightful, and multifaceted look at the overwhelming complexities of the seemingly interminable war in the Middle East” (Booklist, starred review). It drew rave reviews from critics and readers. It also introduced a compelling new female spy, destined to make a return in the series. Fans and new readers alike will be drawn in once again by this masterful storyteller at the height of his writerly powers — “Silva is a true genius with his portrait of the Israeli assassin-art restorer facing new, real world complexities” (Politico).
Gabriel Allon, a skilled art restorer and covert operative, embarks on a gripping new adventure that intertwines the worlds of espionage and art. As he navigates complex challenges, Allon must leverage his unique talents to confront threats that test his abilities and loyalties. This latest installment promises a blend of suspense, intrigue, and the rich backdrop of the art world, showcasing Allon's dual life as both a protector of culture and a defender against danger.
Spy turned art restorer Gabriel Allon is in Umbria, when shocking news arrives from London. A Russian defector who saved his life has vanished without a trace. British Intelligence suspect he was a double agent, but Allon knows better. Soon he finds himself in a deadly duel of wits with a murderous Russian arms dealer as he bargains for his friend's life.
