The Obsidian Chamber
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The Obsidian Chamber
Narrated by:
Rene Auberjonois
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Narrated by:
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Rene Auberjonois
About this listen
After a harrowing, otherworldly confrontation on the shores of Exmouth, Massachussetts, Special Agent A.X.L. Pendergast is missing, presumed dead.
A SHOCKING RETURN
Sick with grief, Pendergast's ward, Constance, retreats to her chambers beneath the family mansion at 891 Riverside Drive--only to be taken captive by a shadowy figure from the past.
AN INTERNATIONAL MANHUNT
Proctor, Pendergast's longtime bodyguard, springs to action, chasing Constance's kidnapper through cities, across oceans, and into wastelands unknown.
BUT IN A WORLD OF BLACK AND WHITE, NOTHING IS AS IT SEEMS
And by the time Proctor discovers the truth, a terrifying engine has stirred-and it may already be too late . . .
Critic Reviews
"The latest novel in Preston & Child's Pendergast series picks up from the cliffhanger-ending of CRIMSON SHORE and doesn't let up. The authors keep readers guessing... The crisp writing and exemplary stories are still in abundance in this consistently exciting and never predictable series."—Jeff Ayers, Associated Press
"As any reader of suspense knows, Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child write a series of books featuring one of the best characters in the history of suspense literature: Aloysius Pendergast. [THE OBSIDIAN CHAMBER is] an excellent story by these two unbelievably talented authors. A page-turner, a deluxe suspense, a perfect mystery--Preston & Child remain the best of the best and never let their huge fan base down!"—Suspense Magazine
"Rivetingly superb ... great fun ... thriller-writing of the highest order. A lavish, brilliantly conceived puzzle that pieces together neo-gothic plotting with splendidly rich tones."—Jon Land, Providence Journal
"Keep[s] the excitement meter pegged ... Action-adventure with a macabre, sometimes-fantastical flair."—Kirkus Reviews
"It's like Christmas for lovers of suspense when the words Preston & Child once again appear on a book cover. It's a truly great Christmas when the main character of that novel is Aloysius X.L. Pendergast. For those who have read these books voraciously, it's not a surprise to learn that this latest tale is one that will keep you riveted until the very end...Preston & Child continue to make these books the absolute best there is in the suspense realm."—Suspense Magazine on Crimson Shore
"New readers will be hooked...Die-hard fans will add this to their must-read lists."—Library Journal (Starred Review) of Crimson Shore - November 2015 LibraryReads Pick
"Fast-moving, sophisticated and bursting with surprises... If you're willing to surrender to Preston and Child's fiendish imaginations, you might devour the Pendergast books the way kids do Halloween candy...There's nothing else like them."—The Washington Post on Blue Labyrinth
"Preston & Child once again bring A.X.L. Pendergast to life and offer up a host of thrills, heart-pumping action, and an intricate plot that pits a vengeful killer against (still) the most interesting character in fiction."—Suspense Magazine on Blue Labyrinth
"These dynamic authors' best thriller to date."—White Fire was one of Library Journal's Top 10 Thrillers of 2013
"The best Pendergast book yet - a collision between past and present that will leave you breathless."—Lee Child on White Fire
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
I always love a Pendergast book, so yes, it was time well spent, but compared to the rest of the series, this is certainly one of the lesser efforts from two authors who are usually guaranteed to deliver the goods.How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?
Much of the book sees the story meandering around in search of a strong unifying theme. IT reads like a first draft in places (not because of spelling and grammar problems, but because there are so many places the story could be tightened up and made more impactful).Which scene did you most enjoy?
I honestly can't, offhand, think of one scene where I went, 'Wow, that was great!' Unlike their previous efforts, this book is a cliche in search of a greater purpose.Do you think The Obsidian Chamber needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?
Well, yes, it needs a follow-up, because I want the story of Pendergast to continue. I hope, though, the writers go back to their usual standards and not mail the next one in. One more effort like this and I'll let Pendergast rest in peace.Any additional comments?
Maybe hold off buying this until the next in the series comes out, in the hope you can follow a mediocre story with something much more enjoyable.Another great performance, but a meandering plot
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i am enjoying this series just wish some of thr books were not missing from the library's collection.😣😩
where are the missing books of the series
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