Wilton Barnhardt is an author whose work delves into the complexities of human experience. His narratives are distinguished by a keen observational style, honed during his previous career as a reporter. Barnhardt's prose often explores themes of identity and societal dynamics with a thoughtful and engaging voice. He brings this deep understanding of storytelling to his role as an educator, mentoring aspiring writers.
From the New York Times-bestselling author of Lookaway, Lookaway, Wilton Barnhardt's Western Alliances is a vivid portrait of a wealthy family set against the backdrop of the 2008 financial crisis. This laugh-out-loud, darkly funny novel follows the Costa family - whose members are every bit as richly absurd as the characters in HBO's Succession.
Die Bibel verschweigt seine Existenz – Matthias, der dreizehnte Apostel, verfasste ein Evangelium, das lange als verschollen galt. Die Entdeckung dieser uralten Schrift und ihre Entschlüsselung bringt zwei Menschen einander näher, die nicht gegensätzlicher sein könnten: die weltfremde Theologiedozentin Lucy Dantan und den wortgewaltigen Professor Patrick O’Hanrahan. Bis sie aber das Rätsel der Offenbarung des dreizehnten Apostels entschlüsseln können, steht ihnen eine gefährliche Verfolgungsjagd bevor …