Agent Pendergast
4 books
Here are 4 books from the Agent Pendergast series by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, listed in series order where known and publication order otherwise.
Books in order
Brimstone
Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child
A chilling investigation unfolds when a series of gruesome murders, marked by peculiar claw prints, grips New York City. Agent Pendergast, renowned for his unconventional methods, joins forces with the determined officer Vincent d'Agosta to unravel the mystery. As they delve deeper, the case takes a terrifying turn, hinting at forces beyond the ordinary and a darkness that lurks in the shadows. This thrilling novel masterfully blends suspense, historical intrigue, and a touch of the uncanny, pushing the boundaries of a police procedural into the realm of the supernatural.
The Book of the Dead
Douglas Preston
When an FBI agent languishes in prison for a crime he didn't commit, his brilliant and psychotic brother seizes the opportunity to unleash chaos upon New York City. The Museum of Natural History becomes ground zero for a deadly game when a mysterious Egyptian tomb is unsealed for a high-profile gala, triggering a series of brutal murders and whispers of an ancient curse. As the body count rises and the curse's grip tightens, the stage is set for an epic and catastrophic confrontation between the two brothers—a final battle where only one can survive. Blending archaeological mystery with psychological thriller elements, this novel delivers high-stakes suspense and the intricate cat-and-mouse dynamics that define Preston's signature style. The clash between genius and madness reaches its devastating climax in a tale where ancient secrets and modern evil collide with explosive force.
Cemetery Dance
Douglas Preston
When a New York Times reporter and his archaeologist wife are brutally attacked in their Manhattan apartment, FBI Special Agent Pendergast emerges from the shadows to investigate a sinister Obeah cult operating in the heart of New York City. As the enigmatic agent delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a dangerous web of dark rituals and supernatural terror that threatens to consume the city. Preston masterfully weaves together crime thriller elements with occult mystery, creating a gripping narrative that showcases Pendergast's brilliant deductive mind and unorthodox methods. With high stakes, shocking revelations, and the author's signature atmospheric tension, Cemetery Dance delivers a haunting exploration of evil lurking beneath the surface of civilization. This installment in the Pendergast series combines meticulous investigation with spine-tingling suspense that will keep readers riveted until the final page.
Two Graves
Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child
In this thrilling installment, Special Agent Pendergast is plunged into a desperate pursuit after his wife's abduction, a chase that leads him across borders and into a personal abyss. When a series of baffling murders grips Manhattan, Pendergast is drawn back into the fray, uncovering a sinister connection to his wife's disappearance. The investigation escalates into a perilous journey to the heart of South America, where an ancient evil threatens not only Pendergast but the world itself. Preston and Child masterfully weave a tale of vengeance, ancient mysteries, and escalating danger, pushing their iconic protagonist to his absolute limits.