The President’s Shadow
(Author) James PattersonIn this gripping dystopian thriller inspired by the beloved DC comics, hero Lamont Cranston and his young protégé seek vigilante justice in New York City. For over 150 years, Lamont Cranston has been The Shadow. Possessed with an array of mental and physical powers, Cranston--a New York society-man turned crusader--uses his abilities in pursuit of justice. When a series of deadly natural disasters strike the planet, The Shadow immediately sets out to identify the human threat... A disgruntled graduate student? The power-hungry President of the Americas? Or could it be Shiwan Khan, The Shadow's fiercest enemy? Standing with The Shadow and his crime-fighting associates are his long love, Margo Lane, and his great-great granddaughter, Maddy. Will they triumph or perish? Whether they rise or fall, they'll do it together. ______ PRAISE FOR JAMES PATTERSON 'It's no mystery why James Patterson is the world's most popular thriller writer ... Simply put: nobody does it better.' JEFFERY DEAVER 'No one gets this big without amazing natural storytelling talent - which is what Jim has, in spades.' LEE CHILD 'Patterson boils a scene down to the single, telling detail, the element that defines a character or moves a plot along. It's what fires off the movie projector in the reader's mind.' MICHAEL CONNELLY 'James Patterson is The Boss. End of.' IAN RANKIN 'The master storyteller of our times' HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON 'One of the greatest storytellers of all time' PATRICIA CORNWELL ______ Readers LOVE The Shadow... * 'I LOVED THIS BOOK! A cross between an old movie, an apocalyptic story, and superhero powers that made for an action-packed tale that I DID NOT WANT to end! Loved loved loved it!' 'I loved it! I can't wait to read the next one! So much fun!' 'Loved it! Such a fun ride!' *** 'I am a huge fan of the radio program The Shadow from the 1930s and I couldn't help but be excited over this book! And let me tell you, it didn't disappoint!'
James Patterson
James Patterson is an American author known for his prolific output of bestselling novels. He is best known for his suspenseful thrillers, often featuring recurring characters such as Alex Cross and Michael Bennett. Patterson's fast-paced writing style and short chapters have made his books popular among readers looking for a quick and gripping read.
Some of Patterson's most notable works include the Alex Cross series, the Women's Murder Club series, and the Maximum Ride series. He has also collaborated with other authors on several books, including the popular "Private" series.
Patterson's impact on the literary world is undeniable, with his books consistently dominating bestseller lists and earning him numerous awards. His ability to churn out multiple books a year has solidified his status as one of the most successful authors of our time.
One of Patterson's most famous works is "Along Came a Spider," the first novel in the Alex Cross series, which was later adapted into a successful film. This book introduced readers to the iconic character of Alex Cross, a brilliant detective and psychologist, and set the stage for many more thrilling adventures to come.
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