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Relic

14 minDouglas Preston

What's it about

Ever wonder what horrors might be lurking in the dark, forgotten corners of a museum? You're about to find out. When two children are found brutally murdered in the New York Museum of Natural History, a terrifying mystery is unleashed, hinting at a creature that defies explanation. Join a skeptical police lieutenant, a brilliant graduate student, and an eccentric anthropologist as they race against time to uncover the truth. You'll follow the clues through subterranean tunnels and locked galleries, piecing together a puzzle that links a lost Amazonian tribe to a monstrous beast stalking the museum's halls. Can they stop the creature before it claims more victims?

Meet the author

Douglas Preston is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of over forty books, renowned for his masterful blend of scientific research and high-octane suspense. A former writer for the American Museum of Natural History, Preston drew directly upon his experiences exploring its vast, hidden collections and shadowy corridors to create the chillingly authentic world of Relic. His unique background grants him unparalleled insight into the intersection of history, science, and adventure, a combination that has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

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What's it about

Ever wonder what horrors might be lurking in the dark, forgotten corners of a museum? You're about to find out. When two children are found brutally murdered in the New York Museum of Natural History, a terrifying mystery is unleashed, hinting at a creature that defies explanation. Join a skeptical police lieutenant, a brilliant graduate student, and an eccentric anthropologist as they race against time to uncover the truth. You'll follow the clues through subterranean tunnels and locked galleries, piecing together a puzzle that links a lost Amazonian tribe to a monstrous beast stalking the museum's halls. Can they stop the creature before it claims more victims?

Meet the author

Douglas Preston is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of over forty books, renowned for his masterful blend of scientific research and high-octane suspense. A former writer for the American Museum of Natural History, Preston drew directly upon his experiences exploring its vast, hidden collections and shadowy corridors to create the chillingly authentic world of Relic. His unique background grants him unparalleled insight into the intersection of history, science, and adventure, a combination that has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

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