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Buy on AmazonIf Gabriel Allon's fusion of art-world sophistication and covert ruthlessness left you craving more, Steve Berry's Cotton Malone operates in precisely that register—a former operative turned historical sleuth whose investigation into ancient financial conspiracies delivers the same cultured machismo wrapped in geopolitical urgency. You'll recognize the formula: a historical artifact unlocks modern treachery, heroes with unwavering moral compasses dismantle shadowy cabals, and exotic locales become both classroom and battlefield.
Berry's prose respects your intelligence and your time, delivering high-octane resolutions without drowning you in ambiguity. This is globe-trotting escapism for readers who believe cunning and conviction should always triumph over moral relativism.
Ancient financial conspiracies meet modern heroism—exactly where you want to be.
"a page turner...action packed thriller of the highest order" — David Eppenstein, Goodreads
"Berry delivers a stunning story for all readers to enjoy...the narrative begins quickly and keeps gaining momentum as the story gets more intense." — Matt, Goodreads
"extremely intriguing and entertaining...another exciting adventure" — Monnie, Goodreads
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