The Scorpion's Tail

#1 bestselling authors Preston & Child return with the next book in a series featuring archaeologist Nora Kelly and FBI Agent Corrie Swanson.'A collision between past and present that will leave you breathless' - LEE CHILDA MUMMY, AN ANCIENT TREASURE, A DANGEROUS MYSTERY.After a shoot-out leaves a senior agent gravely wounded, FBI rookie Corrie Swanson finds herself under investigation. Her supervisor assures her she's not to blame and the black mark on her record will be cleared in short order. But Corrie finds she cannot shake off an overwhelming feeling of guilt.

'Another clever and compelling tale... The stellar writing is still in abundance, and Preston and Child balance the line between page-turning suspense and ancient history' Associated Press.

'The action zigzags like an out-of-control rocket toward a double-deceptive conclusion' Kirkus Reviews.

'Sit back, crack open the book and get ready for the ride of your life' David Baldacci.

'White-hot bestselling suspense. Simply brilliant!' Lisa Gardner.

'A positively delicious serving. Great fun to the last page'

-- Anne Rice