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Gabriel Allon -- art restorer, spy, and assassin -- returns in a spellbinding new thriller from the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling master of intrigue and suspense.
When last we encountered Gabriel Allon in PORtRAIt OF A SPY, he was pitted in a blood-soaked duel with a deadly network of jihadist terrorists. Now, exposed and war-weary, he has returned to his beloved Rome to restore a Caravaggio masterpiece for the Vatican.But early one morning Gabriel is summoned by his friend and occasional ally Monsignor Luigi Donati, the all-powerful private secretary to the Pope. the broken body of a beautiful woman lies beneath Michelangelo's magnificent dome. Donati fears a public inquiry will inflict more wounds on an already-damaged Church so he calls upon Gabriel to use his matchless talents and experience to quietly pursue the truth - was it suicide, or something more sinister?Gabriel discovers that the woman revealed a dangerous secret that threatens powers beyond the Vatican. And an old enemy plots revenge in the shadows, an unthinkable act of sabotage that will plunge the world into a conflict of apocalyptic proportions. Once again Gabriel must return to the ranks of his old intelligence service - and place himself, and those he holds dear, on the razor's edge of danger.
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"The Gabriel Allon novels continue to be uneven. I geatly enjoyed the set-up of this novel, but when the investigation shifts from murder and antiquities theft to terrorism I grew less interested. Indeed the final resolution of the murder seems anticlimactic. Still, I liked this better than Portrait of a Spy, but less than Rembrandt Affair. Once again, the formula remains essentially unchanged."
— Jeff (4 out of 5 stars)
The Fallen Angel Listener Reviews
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" This was a great book--on the order of Angels and Demons. "
— Grace, 2/18/2014 -
" Very similar to his other books "
— Jerry, 2/16/2014 -
" Excellent suspense with plenty of details about art history as well as Israeli events. Love that the main character is a retired spy / art restorer. Who would think of that combo? "
— Kay, 2/13/2014 -
" Total trash but I still love it. This was not his best and was a bit too preachy but overall it was thrilling as usual. "
— Edward, 2/5/2014 -
" So much information about Islam and art, all packed in these pages. Thrilling and informative. "
— Allen, 2/4/2014 -
" Daniel Slva is always entertaining but I did find this book devolved into such an anti-Palestinian plot line that it took away the enjoyment at the end. Much more fun when dealing with the Vatican and the theft of art antiquities.... "
— Allison, 2/3/2014 -
" Made my way slowly through Daniel Silva's most recent thriller. Sadly, it's like reading all his other books with a few changes in plot and secondary characters. I have enjoyed his Gabriel Allon series but fear this may be my last as to me they have lost their punch and originality. "
— Marla, 2/3/2014 -
" My guilty pleasure reading Daniel Silva's books. Always a good read. "
— Bobbie57, 1/19/2014 -
" I was romanced into reading this book by reviews in the NYTimes. I like escape mystery, intrigue novels, but this one leaves much to be desired. It is the latest addition to a very prescriptive series about an Israeli super sky. You can skip this one. "
— Joanne, 1/18/2014 -
" Another thriller. Read in 2011 "
— Peg, 1/17/2014 -
" Every time I finish a Daniel Silva book with Gabriel Allon in it I just hope that there is a new one on its way. "
— Penny, 12/25/2013 -
" Very well done as usual which is the thing Gabriel alon is done try someone new . "
— Marlajan, 12/16/2013 -
" A true page turner. I find Daniel Silva's writing drinkable. Too bad I am not sated for long. "
— Janet, 12/10/2013 -
" A timely roller coaster ride of a story. Once again I am appalled at the atrocities man commits against his fellow man in the name of "religion". A great introduction to the art/antiquities underworld with characters I've grown to admire. "
— Bgrayyoung, 11/27/2013 -
" Definitely read this book. Have read 2 other books with this character and love them. "
— Jeanne, 11/23/2013 -
" I'm a sucker for this Israeli spy but this one just didn't do it for me. It was a dull beginning and then was all over the place with no real flow. It's time for Mr Allon to retire. "
— Melinda, 11/16/2013 -
" Always my favorite spy books. Can't wait the next one next summer again. "
— Maki, 11/8/2013 -
" It's a fun read but very formulaic. "
— Debbie, 8/8/2013 -
" Half way through this one.. "
— Linda, 8/1/2013 -
" Just when you think you know what's happening, something else happens too. "
— Carrie, 7/12/2013 -
" This was good but not one of his best. I am a huge fan and will definitely read the next one. "
— Robbin, 6/3/2013 -
" The Fallen Angel is one of Daniel Silva's best books yet! "
— Carolyn, 5/24/2013 -
" LOVE LOVE LOVE Daniel Silva's Gabriel Allon series. I always look forward to his books every summer. "
— Josie, 2/13/2013 -
" Another totally engrossing and enjoyable book in this series. I loved the art, the political machinations and the characters. There is a part of me that's thinking the series may be drawing to a close. I do so want to be wrong. "
— Laurie, 1/25/2013 -
" At least as good aas the last Gabriel Allon books, probably better. Good story without TOO many story lines going at once, which is sometimes the case. "
— Michael, 1/24/2013 -
" one of the best books in the Gabriel Allon series! "
— Eric, 1/21/2013 -
" I love Silva as an author. This book combines my favorite ingredients: intrique, history and espionage.Add art to the book virtues and you won't put book down! Enjoy "
— Rick, 1/13/2013 -
" Same old...same old, but still enjoyable. "
— Tora, 1/5/2013 -
" I am a big fan of Gabriel Allon. This book reads like he will be retiring soon. Alas. Typical Silva novel-good characters, some old familiars, fast pace. A very nice recreational readl "
— Barbara, 8/7/2012 -
" enjoyed the book as I have all the Gabriel Allon series. Always looking forward to the next book in the series. "
— Jerry, 8/4/2012 -
" All the Silva "Gabriel Allon" books are entertaining and even educational, but they are getting formulaic. This one bounces between two very interesting places; the Vatican and Jerusalem. "
— Bob, 7/13/2012
About Daniel Silva
Daniel Silva is the acclaimed author of more than two dozen fiction thrillers that have been #1 New York Times bestsellers and Barry Award winners. He is best known for his long-running series starring spy and art restorer Gabriel Allon. His books are critically acclaimed bestsellers around the world and have been translated into more than thirty languages.
About George Guidall
George Guidall, winner of more than eighty AudioFile Earphones Awards, has won three of the prestigious Audie Award for Excellence in Audiobook Narration. In 2014 the Audio Publishers Association presented him with the Special Achievement Award for lifetime achievement/ During his thirty-year recording career he has recorded over 1,700 audiobooks, won multiple awards, been a mentor to many narrators, and shown by example the potential of fine storytelling. His forty-year acting career includes starring roles on Broadway, an Obie Award for best performance off Broadway, and frequent television appearances.