The Death Relic - Hardcover

Kuzneski, Chris

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0399158995 ISBN 13: 9780399158995

Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2013

Synopsis

From the Mayan pyramids of Chichen Itza to the Caribbean ruins of Tulum, many lives will be lost while searching for The Death Relic...

Little remains of the Aztec and Mayan civilizations after being vanquished by the Spanish Empire. From the ashes of their cities emerged a unified legend: their conquerors possessed a mysterious artifact so powerful—so deadly—that it was known as the Death Relic. Despite its infamy, little else is known about the object, which was lost long ago.

When archaeologist Maria Pelati’s research team disappears in the Yucatán Peninsula, she enlists Jonathon Payne and David Jones to find them. As they embark on their perilous mission, they realize that Maria’s research could be the key to solving one of the darkest mysteries of the New World and unearthing the secret of the Death Relic.

About this title

About the Author:

Chris Kuzneski is the internationally bestselling author of The Secret Crown, The Prophecy, The Lost Throne, Sword of God, Sign of the Cross, and The Plantation. He grew up in Pennsylvania and now lives on the Gulf Coast of Florida.

From Booklist:

Kuzneski’s latest Payne and Jones novel is the best yet in the ongoing series. Archaeologist Maria Pelati receives an invitation from anthropologist Terrance Hamilton to come to Mexico and help him solve a mystery. Before he can tell her what he needs, he vanishes. Is his disappearance related to her arrival? She realizes she needs help and calls on Payne and Jones to assist. Hopefully, her past with Jones won’t jeopardize the mission or their lives. The mystery involves an artifact called the “Death Relic,” an object rumored to be responsible for the disappearances of the Aztec and Mayan civilizations. The first part of the novel establishes the characters and the premise, but the second half is a nonstop action fest. Readers unfamiliar with Payne and Jones will find this the perfect place to start, and the constant banter between the two characters adds a bit of humor and fun to the mix. Fans of the adventure novels of James Rollins and Clive Cussler will dig this one. --Jeff Ayers

About this edition

• Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0399158995
• ISBN 13: 9780399158995
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 464