Synopses & Reviews
From glamorous and renowned CNN journalist Kitty Pilgrim, an international thriller set in the art world that’s “sure to appeal to fans of Iris Johansen and Sandra Brown” (Booklist).The black-tie gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art promises to be a star-studded evening. Oceanographer Cordelia Stapleton and archaeologist John Sinclair have flown in from Egypt to help celebrate with New York’s elite.
The next day they learn that an art theft ring struck New York while they were at the museum. All over the city, pieces of Egyptian art have been stolen—including the legendary Sardonyx Cup, an ancient Egyptian chalice. The stolen art is being sold to fund an international terrorist group planning a biological-weapons attack to topple the major governments of the world.
Featuring bombings, kidnappings, and an appearance by John Sinclair’s old love interest, Holly Graham, the action moves from a sprawling ranch in Wyoming, to a castle on Scotland’s rugged coastline, and from a beautiful Mediterranean yacht to the mysterious canals of Venice. Romance sizzles as Sinclair, Cordelia and Holly Graham are caught in a love triangle, distracted by their emotions and unknowingly moving closer to mortal danger.
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"What a page turner!
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"Captivating characters, scientific intrigue, polar exploration, and romantic tension all wrapped up in a mad dash around the world that will leave you breathless! Only Kitty Pilgrim could so deftly bring together this story of Russian oligarchs, the 1918 flu epidemic, St Paul's letter to the Ephesians, the twisted roads of the Cote D’Azur, and the rarified air of the well-heeled into such a vivid and unforgettable novel. I could not put it down.".
-- Christine Romans, CNN host and author of Smart is the New Rich
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“Kitty Pilgrim crafts a rollicking good read in The Explorer’s Code, an intelligent thriller that races from one romantic and exotic dateline to the next, propelled by characters who are smart, sexy and sinister. A must read for anyone who loves adventure with a brain. Guaranteed to leave you chilled, breathless and demanding a sequel!” -- Martin Savidge, International Correspondent, CNN
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“By land, by air, by sea...Kitty Pilgrim spins a fast-paced mystery packed with roller-coaster ups and downs and an irresistible heroine like no other -- Cordelia Stapleton.” —Nancy Grace, Television host and author of Destiny on the D-List
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"I love a journey filled with adventure, intrigue and twists and turns.
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"A masterful debut sure to appeal to fans of Iris Johansen and Sandra Brown." —Carol Haggas, Booklist
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"CNN correspondent Pilgrim's entertaining debut focuses on a classic theme: the search for missing treasure…(There’s) a whirlwind hunt from one exotic locale to the next…a storybook romance, odious and loathsome villains, Hollywood settings--it all works, providing a heady and highly engaging mix." —Publishers Weekly
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"What a page turner!
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"Captivating characters, scientific intrigue, polar exploration, and romantic tension all wrapped up in a mad dash around the world that will leave you breathless! Only Kitty Pilgrim could so deftly bring together this story of Russian oligarchs, the 1918 flu epidemic, St Paul's letter to the Ephesians, the twisted roads of the Cote D’Azur, and the rarified air of the well-heeled into such a vivid and unforgettable novel. I could not put it down.".
-- Christine Romans, CNN host and author of Smart is the New Rich
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“Kitty Pilgrim crafts a rollicking good read in The Explorer’s Code, an intelligent thriller that races from one romantic and exotic dateline to the next, propelled by characters who are smart, sexy and sinister. A must read for anyone who loves adventure with a brain. Guaranteed to leave you chilled, breathless and demanding a sequel!” -- Martin Savidge, International Correspondent, CNN
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“By land, by air, by sea...Kitty Pilgrim spins a fast-paced mystery packed with roller-coaster ups and downs and an irresistible heroine like no other -- Cordelia Stapleton.” -- Nancy Grace, Television host and author of Destiny on the D-List
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"I love a journey filled with adventure, intrigue and twists and turns.
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"A masterful debut sure to appeal to fans of Iris Johansen and Sandra Brown." —Carol Haggas, Booklist
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"CNN correspondent Pilgrim's entertaining debut focuses on a classic theme: the search for missing treasure…(There’s) a whirlwind hunt from one exotic locale to the next…a storybook romance, odious and loathsome villains, Hollywood settings--it all works, providing a heady and highly engaging mix." —Publishers Weekly
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"What a page turner!
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"What a page turner!
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"What a page turner!
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"What a page turner!
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“What a page turner! I always knew Kitty Pilgrim could write down and report the facts. Now she has turned her journalistic skills and keen understanding of the world to pen an exciting novel. The Explorer’s Code takes you on a wild ride to exotic places filled with greed, intrigue, suspense and colorful characters -- rich, beautiful people and villains worth hating. Oh - and the heroes are science geeks! There’s nothing more I could ask for from a thriller.” -- Miles O’Brien, Science Correspondent, PBS New Hour
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“I love a journey filled with adventure, intrigue and twists and turns. In The Explorers Code, Kitty nailed it. Her character development is flawless and in Cordelia Stapleton is an irresistible intellect and strength that draws you into each moment, page by page. You are just waiting for her to fall in love. This adventure surely doesn't disappoint! I'm already looking forward to what's next from Kitty!” -- AJ Hammer, "Showbiz Tonight" CNN Headline News
Synopsis
From glamorous and renowned CNN journalist Kitty Pilgrim, an international thriller set in the art world that's "sure to appeal to fans of Iris Johansen and Sandra Brown" (Booklist).
What links an antique treasure to a sinister group of terrorists? CNN veteran Kitty Pilgrim sweeps us into the glamorous international art world, as lovely oceanographer Cordelia Stapleton and urbane archaeologist John Sinclair return in a perilous new quest.
When Cordelia and Sinclair attend a star-studded gala at the New York Metropolitan Museum, they anticipate merely a pleasurable evening. But as the elite dine and dance in the centuries-old Temple of Dendur, terrorists are planning a deadly assault. The attack is foiled, but it distracts from a massive heist of Egyptian art treasures around the city--among them the fabulous Sardonyx Cup.
The millionaire owner asks Sinclair for help retrieving it, and to Cordelia's distress, her lover also recruits his old flame, Egyptologist Holly Graham. From a sprawling Wyoming ranch to a Scottish castle, the mysterious canals of Venice, and to Egypt itself, the search leads them to plans for a deadly bio-weapon attack. But could the chalice itself have special powers? Science and the supernatural collide as romantic tension sizzles. And now the three are moving into mortal danger. . . .
Synopsis
From glamorous and renowned CNN journalist Kitty Pilgrim, an international thriller set in the art world that’s “sure to appeal to fans of Iris Johansen and Sandra Brown” (Booklist).The black-tie gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art promises to be a star-studded evening. Oceanographer Cordelia Stapleton and archaeologist John Sinclair have flown in from Egypt to help celebrate with New York’s elite.
The next day they learn that an art theft ring struck New York while they were at the museum. All over the city, pieces of Egyptian art have been stolen—including the legendary Sardonyx Cup, an ancient Egyptian chalice. The stolen art is being sold to fund an international terrorist group planning a biological-weapons attack to topple the major governments of the world.
Featuring bombings, kidnappings, and an appearance by John Sinclair’s old love interest, Holly Graham, the action moves from a sprawling ranch in Wyoming, to a castle on Scotland’s rugged coastline, and from a beautiful Mediterranean yacht to the mysterious canals of Venice. Romance sizzles as Sinclair, Cordelia and Holly Graham are caught in a love triangle, distracted by their emotions and unknowingly moving closer to mortal danger.
Synopsis
What links an antique treasure to a sinister group of terrorists? CNN veteran Kitty Pilgrim sweeps us into the glamorous international art world, as lovely oceanographer Cordelia Stapleton and urbane archaeologist John Sinclair return in a perilous new quest.
When Cordelia and Sinclair attend a star-studded gala at the New York Metropolitan Museum, they anticipate merely a pleasurable evening. But as the elite dine and dance in the centuries-old Temple of Dendur, terrorists are planning a deadly assault. The attack is foiled, but it distracts from a massive heist of Egyptian art treasures around the city—among them the fabulous Sardonyx Cup.
The millionaire owner asks Sinclair for help retrieving it, and to Cordelia’s distress, her lover also recruits his old flame, Egyptologist Holly Graham. From a sprawling Wyoming ranch to a Scottish castle, the mysterious canals of Venice, and to Egypt itself, the search leads them to plans for a deadly bio-weapon attack. But could the chalice itself have special powers? Science and the supernatural collide as romantic tension sizzles. And now the three are moving into mortal danger. . . .
About the Author
Award-winning CNN correspondent and anchor for CNN news Kitty Pilgrim traveled to the farthest reaches of the world on assignment. After twenty-four years as a broadcast journalist, Kitty has taken on an exciting new assignment—writing novels. Pilgrim is the recipient of an Overseas Press Club Award, a Peabody Award, The New York Society of Black Journalists Award, and is currently on the U.S. advisory board of Reporters Without Borders , and a full member of the historic Explorer’s Club. She is a single mother of two sons and lives in New York City and Rhinecliff, New York.