The Medusa Amulet: A Novel of Suspense and Adventure

ISBN: 055359320X

Author: Masello, Robert

Condition: New

A wonderful treat . . . Masello [is] a master entertainer unafraid to pull out all the stops.-Chicago TribuneBenvenuto Cellini, master artisan of Renaissance Italy, once crafted a beautiful amulet prized for its unimaginable power-and untold menace. Now the quest to recover this legendary artifact depends upon one man: David Franco, a brilliant but skeptical young scholar at Chicagos world-renowned Newberry Library. What begins as a simple investigation spirals into a tale of dangerous intrigue, as Franco races from the chteaux of France to the palazzos of Rome in a desperate search for the ultimate treasure-and an answer to a riddle that has puzzled mankind since the beginning of time. Aided by a beautiful young Florentine harboring dark secrets, pursued by deadly assassins, and battling demons of his own, Franco must ultimately confront an evil greater than anything conjured in his worst nightmares.BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Robert Masello's The Romanov Cross.Praise for The Medusa AmuletFascinating . . . an unpredictable and exhilarating journey . . . [Robert] Masello expertly blends contemporary thrills with a historical spin.-Associated PressIn addition to its taut story, there is an impressive amount of scholarship, and enough detail to please art lovers or history buffs. Great writing and rich detail combine for a gripping read.-Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Engrossing and fun.-Library Journal