Now available in paperback--the #1 "New York Times" bestseller, set during the Crusades, that combines the breakneck pace of a thriller with the timelessness and romance of Arthurian legend.
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Now available in paperback--the #1 "New York Times" bestseller, set during the Crusades, that combines the breakneck pace of a thriller with the timelessness and romance of Arthurian legend.
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Fair. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ] [ Torn pages: YES ] [ Edition: Reprint ] Publisher: Grand Central Publishing Pub Date: 2/1/2004 Binding: Paperback Pages: 496 Front cover is torn.
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Good. GOOD BOOK! MODERATE WEAR, CLEAR TAPE ALONG SPINE & A FEW BENDS ON BLACK COVER. LIGHTLY AGED PAGES, A FEW LIBRARY STAMPS. Description: You are about to begin the most thrilling James Patterson novel yet. Hugh De Luc returns from the Crusades to discover that his terrifying nightmare has just begun. Merciless killers have slain his young son, kidnapped his wife, Sophie, and destroyed his town in their search for a priceless relic from the Crucifixion. Hugh's quest to find Sophie is one of the most pulse-pounding adventures, mysteries, and unforgettable love stories in all of thriller fiction.
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Fair. Mass market paperback in ACCEPTABLE condition. Book is perfectly usable, but has heavy wear or cosmetic issues which may include a cocked spine, creased spine, heavy wear, yellowed pages, price stickers, etc. Cover art may be different from that in photo.
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The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
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DO NOT READ OR LISTEN TO THE PREFACES ON EITHER BOOK OR TAPE.
The first paperback didn't give the entire jist of the story in the
Introduction. It ruins a crucial surprise in the book. Set in rural France during the Crusades, this is one of MY TWO FAVORITE BOOKS OF ALL TIME.
I'm an ex-English teacher and I had to read it four or five times over the years because it was better than anything else I had at the time. Although pretty full of violence and some sex I let my son read it in the 7th grade because he hated to read. He probably read it about three times, then asked for it when he had to get a book to read during I.S.S. (In school suspension) at H.P. a couple of years ago!
GREAT......My other favorite book: 'Eyes of the Dragon' by Stephen King
RayJ
Nov 22, 2012
The Jester
One of the best books he has ever writen. He's one of my favorite authers.
MommyDearest
Jun 18, 2009
Medieval Times
This book is very hard to rate. The Jester is actually about a real jester back during the Crusades, with castles and kings. The first third of the novel was about battles, wiping out entire towns. It started to pick up after that, but seemed like a lot of small stories linked together. A very long book (452 pages). Lots of descriptive writing, which tends to slow down reading. If you like this kind of story, then you?ll want to read it. It's well written and a lot of research went into it. But, if you prefer Patterson?s novels of intrigue, then maybe you should pass on this one.
AMM1275
Apr 17, 2008
Wonderful Read!
This book is a very different style for James Patters (& Andrew Gross), who generally do murder/mystery/suspense type books. Set in the 11th Century, this book incorporates a war story with a romantic tale. At the beginning, you learn that an ancient holy relic is found in the grave of a Duke. The rest of the story is how this relic came to be placed in the Duke's grave. Hugh, the main character, goes through many triumphs and tribulations on his quest to find the truth about his wife, and then save the village from further abuse of the liege. If you would like a book that represents faith, love, courage, and bravery - this is the one for you. This book is a very easy read, and hard to put down once you start.
frogm
Aug 9, 2007
Different
I read all of James Patterson's books - this was a different story. Set back a bit in time. It took me a little longer to get into the story, but once I did, I was hooked!
