“(Berry) proves once again that he has a genuine feel for the factual gaps that give history its tantalizing air of the unknown.”
—The New York Times
“In this wonderfully crafted story, Berry once again proves why his five previous novels have sold nearly five million copies. Colorful characters and a solid plot take readers to the very edge.”
—Tucson Citizen
“I just finished The Venetian Betrayal a few minutes ago. I think that it is a real winner. The characters are full of life and wonderful. Thanks for the opportunity to read it early. You made my week.”
—David Epding, Barnes & Noble 2058
“A great story . . . Steve Berry is one of the few adventure authors who seems to be able to maintain his touch in novel after novel.”
—Wisconsin State Journal
“Berry mixes in a historic view of Alexander the Great, based on his meticulous research, and fictionalizes it in a briskly paced story. As usual, the fate of the world hinges on the search. And don’t think that Berry’s sixth novel is just a testosterone-laden romp. Berry wisely mixes up the story with women and men who are equally apt, confident and intrepid . . . it’s a formula that works.”
—South Florida Sun-Sentinel
“The Venetian Betrayal is everything you’d expect it be, and that is pretty good.”
—Richmond Times-Dispatch
“I’ve said it before with a couple of Steve Berry’s previous books but The Venetian Betrayal is definitely his most ambitious, most thrilling, and most exciting book!!!”
—Gail Foster, MYSTERIES & MORE
“Lawyer turned writer Berry turns in his sixth stellar performance with this lightning-paced page-turner . . . Berry never disappoints, and his latest take on this mystery of history may be his best yet.”
—Kingston Observer
“Fine reading for someone who wants the good guys to overcome impossible obstacles and finally win. And who doesn’t like that?”
—Tampa Tribune
“Berry has gotten better and more ambitious with each of his books, . . . the last 100 pages are as fast-paced as you are likely to find in a novel this year.”
—bookreporter.com
“When I first received this novel, I balked at its length and when I was finished, I wanted it to be longer. I loved the unexpected turns, like a roller coaster ride. I didn’t think Steve Berry could write anything better than his last novel, but this proved me wrong!”
—Maria Stella Goodin, Books & CO
“Lots of exotic travel and plenty of derring-do. In short, this is the formula that Berry has perfected . . . it’s a lot of fun, great airplane reading and a total escape from late-winter snowstorms.”
—Globe and Mail
“The Venetian Betrayalhas a little something for everyone . . . Berry fans will enjoy this fast-moving adventure.”
—The Times-Picayune
“The Venetian Betrayal packs plenty of action and plot twists to keep you hooked.”
—New Zealand Herald
“You can lose yourself in The Venetian Betrayaland enter another world, where you can be bold and brave. It is a story which will absorb you as you race through page after page, and then tosses you breathless back into your chair when it all comes to an end. It’s a use of knowledge and experience that pays off for the reader who loves books of high drama, suspenseful pursuits and intricate plots.”
—www.jackiekcooper.com
“…the reader will be engaged from the first page, thrilled by the story, entertained by the characters, and spellbound by the author’s sheer bravado. A must for high-adventure thriller fans.”
—Booklist (starred)
“Steve Berry has done it again. He is a master at keeping you hooked from the first page to the last. The third book in the Cotton Malone series is a roller coaster ride that leaves you begging for more.”
—Craig Schlabs, Store Manager Barnes & Noble #2239
“Massive plot twists and a relentless narrative pace result in another success from Berry. Expect this one to add to his readership and hit the best-sellers lists.”
—Library Journal
“Once again Steve gets better than the last one with plenty of action and thrills that kept me turning the pages. Not so much as staying up late, but getting up early to continue the book. That is when I know I have one to remember to sell. Cotton Malone is a character that you just want to follow to the end. A great story.”
—Tom Steadman, The Book Depot
“Four and a half stars out of five. A no holds-barred thriller. Cotton Malone is in top form.”
—Romantic Times
“First, I must say that I have been a big fan of Steve Berry ever since I read The Amber Room. When I finished that book, I made sure every employee, from the store manager on down and all the customers I had contact with, knew about that book. It has been the same with all of Steve Berry’s books ever since. The Venetian Betrayal has been no exception. I loved the book.”
—Norman Goldman, Barnes & Noble #2583
“Add enough diplomats, spies, government agents, and double-agents to create confusion and uncertainty and the stage is set for a worldwide romp, but despite the intervention and interests of so many powerful entities, what it comes down to is Malone and his few friends against overwhelming odds in the best thriller tradition.”
—Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine
“I have just finished the new Steve Berry novel, I know I’ve said it before, but this is the best Steve Berry yet! I almost feel if I were to pass ‘Cotton Malone’ on the streets of Atlanta, I would know him. It looks like I have found my Book of the Month, for Dec. Hand selling The Venetian Betrayal will be a breeze.”
—George Scott, Book Seller & Signing Coordinator, Eagle Eye Book Shop
“Berry has once again found the perfect mix of fact and fiction, science and speculation, the mystical and the mundane. The plotting is airtight and the pacing roars along with the tachometer needle forever hovering in the red. Just make sure you’re strapped in for the ride.”
—Providence Journal
“I thought it was a great book. I particularly liked the inclusion of characters from other novels by Steve Berry. In this book, I enjoyed the juxtaposition of people seeking the grave of Alexander the Great for both medical and historical reasons. I think this made for a fast-moving and interesting read.”
—Michael Haberecht, Books & Co.
“…this international yarn, full of shoot-outs and explosions, won’t disappoint fans of Berry’s previous action-packed thrillers.”
—Publishers Weekly
“I just finished the Advance reader copy of Steve Berry’s The Venetian Betrayal and absolutely enjoyed every word! His books keep the reader enthralled from beginning to end and I always want to learn more about the subject or mystery he is using as the plot. I love how he intertwines this fiction with some sort of historical context. As the assistant store manager at a Barnes and Noble I take every opportunity I get to recommend his books!”
—Jennifer Hawk, ASM Barnes & Noble Booksellers
“Berry has adeptly managed to weave a variety of characters and an intriguing plot into a highly entertaining read. Readers who enjoyed Dan Brown’s, The DaVinci Code will certainly enjoy this one.”
—The Arkansas Traveler
“Let’s just cut to the chase: Steve Berry, the phenomenally successful author of suspense-filled, action-packed, provocative thrillers has offered up another highly recommended adventure in The Venetian Betrayal. Buy it. Read it. Enjoy it.”
—BookLoons.com
“When I opened the box the other day and found The Venetian Betrayal at the bottom of the stack of advanced readers copies, I about flipped. I immediately dropped what I was reading, (The Book of Joby and a Vince Flynn paperback) and dove right in. Once again Mr. Berry drops us into a tangled historical mystery, but with a couple of twists that I loved! The only problem with having read the advanced reader is having to wait that much longer for the next book. Please hurry Mr. Berry.”
—Bob Brill, Horizon Books
“A great book that you can lose yourself in and get swept up by the plot.”
—Coventry Telegraph
“I just finished Steve Berry’s latest work, The Venetian Betrayal. Again Steve has woven an exciting tale with snippets of history entwined with his own fertile imagination. I have enjoyed Steve’s work from the beginning and each book seems to improve over the prior one.”
—Bob Hegarty, Willow Books & Cafe
FROM THE BLOG WORLD
“Have you read the Cotton Malone thriller series yet? If not, I urge you to start today. If so, join the club. It is a first rate, page turning, suspenseful, unforgettable and thought provoking thriller which I just cannot put down.”
—chooseandbook.blogspot.com