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The Emperor's Tomb
The Emperor's Tomb
Author: Steve Berry
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 9/10/2010


If there is one lesson to be learned from the Chinese culture it is that things are not what they seem and a polite countenance and soft words can mask a country in major turmoil and upheaval beneath a placid surface. The frozen faced terra cotta warriors of China's First Emperor Qui Shi are just part of the adventure in this rollicking, suspenseful and history laden book by author Steve Berry. This story centers on an age old mystery with world wide implications - are the Chinese hiding a secret that may be within the walls of the off-limits tomb of the Emperor - a secret that could profoundly change what the world believes about oil? Hmmmmm. Ever wonder why one of the most fascinating sites in all of archeology was never revealed - akin to finding Cleopatra's resting place intact and never opening it. Just what is the reason? Berry spins another late night reading story that will keep you riveted.

Cotton Malone, an American bookseller living and working in Copenhagen is back in another adventure as he battles to discover secrets from the past that will have implications impacting the political balance as well as the worldwide economy. Along with a fascinating assortment of new characters, favorites (or at least familiar ones) lend a hand including Casseioppeia Vitt and Malone's former boss Stephanie Nelle from the Magellen Billet, a secretive U.S. government organization that cannot seem to let him stay retired.

This book is one of my best picks for the year - it will keep you entertained and fascinate you with historical details and provide you with insights into China.


The Emperor's Tomb (Cotton Malone, Bk 6)
The Emperor's Tomb (Cotton Malone, Bk 6)
Author: Steve Berry
Book Type: Hardcover
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 9/10/2010


If there is one lesson to be learned from the Chinese culture it is that things are not what they seem and a polite countenance and soft words can mask a country in major turmoil and upheaval beneath a placid surface. The frozen faced terra cotta warriors of China's First Emperor Qui Shi are just part of the adventure in this rollicking, suspenseful and history laden book by author Steve Berry. This story centers on an age old mystery with world wide implications - are the Chinese hiding a secret that may be within the walls of the off-limits tomb of the Emperor - a secret that could profoundly change what the world believes about oil? Hmmmmm. Ever wonder why one of the most fascinating sites in all of archeology was never revealed - akin to finding Cleopatra's resting place intact and never opening it. Just what is the reason? Berry spins another late night reading story that will keep you riveted.

Cotton Malone, an American bookseller living and working in Copenhagen is back in another adventure as he battles to discover secrets from the past that will have implications impacting the political balance as well as the worldwide economy. Along with a fascinating assortment of new characters, favorites (or at least familiar ones) lend a hand including Casseioppeia Vitt and Malone's former boss Stephanie Nelle from the Magellen Billet, a secretive U.S. government organization that cannot seem to let him stay retired.

This book is one of my best picks for the year - it will keep you entertained and fascinate you with historical details and provide you with insights into China.


No Flying in the House
No Flying in the House
Author: Betty Brock, Wallace Tripp (Illustrator)
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
 40
Review Date: 8/1/2011
Helpful Score: 3


Loved this book as a kid and wanted to share it with my niece (but of course I had the pleasure of re-reading it first!)

An unusually talented talking dog and a charming little girl with secrets take up residence with a lonely, unhappy woman who has secrets of her own.


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