Perseus Book order (chronological)

When Phil Kramer is shot dead on a deserted suburban street in the middle of the night, his wife, Emily, is left with an emptied bank account and a lot of questions. Meanwhile, Jerry Hobart has some questions of his own. It¿s none of his business why he was hired to kill Phil Kramer. But now that he¿s been ordered to take out Kramer¿s widow, he figures there¿s a bigger secret at work¿and maybe a bigger payoff. As they race to find the secret that Phil Kramer so masterfully hid, both Hobart and Emily must question where their true loyalties lie and how much they owe those who have been unfaithful to them.

After his father forces him to become engaged to Lady Annabelle Ashton, a woman who has been disgraced by a scandal, Reginald Mason finds that his new fiancée shares his resentment toward the impending marriage.

Readers of Dan Brown's extraordinary bestseller THE DA VINCI CODE are fascinated by the questions raised in the novel. Was Jesus actually married to Mary Magdalene? Was she one of his disciples and did she write her own gospel? Did they have a child together? Did some geniuses of art and science, people like Leonardo da Vinci and Isaac Newton, belong to secret societies that had the most compelling insider information in history, and did Leonardo convey some of these ideas in The Last Supper and other paintings? SECRETS OF THE CODE is the definitive guide to the novel and provides the curious reader with authoritative explorations into the major themes within THE DA VINCI CODE.

Captivating people worldwide, the tiger has inspired awe since ancient times. This book serves as a tribute to this remarkable creature, offering a comprehensive account of its natural and cultural history—from evolution and behavior to its symbolic significance in myth and ritual. It includes both anecdotal and statistical insights into the tiger's ongoing exploitation and survival struggles, shedding light on current conservation efforts. Lavishly illustrated with over 200 images, it features an unparalleled collection of wild tiger photographs, many previously unpublished, showcasing the work of top photographers. The book also presents stunning examples of tiger-inspired art through the ages, including ancient mosaics, Indian paintings, and works by European masters like Delacroix and Dali. The illustrations are sourced from archives, private collections, and museums globally. A passionate narrative by Valmik Thapar, who has dedicated nearly thirty years to observing tigers and advocating for their survival, is complemented by the latest scientific research and essays from twenty leading experts. This stunning volume explores every facet of one of nature's most majestic animals, making it both authoritative and beautiful.