"Thrilling . . . exciting and fast-paced . . . a worthy addition to a fine series."
—Wichita Falls Times Record News
"With the September release of Dan Brown's The Lost Symbol, savvy readers looking for more along those lines cannot go wrong with Cotton Malone. This will be Berry's biggest seller yet."
—Library Journal
"All the Berry hallmarks are here: scale, scope, sweep, history - plus breathless second-by-second suspense. I love this guy."
—Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling writer
"Bestseller Steve Berry deftly blends contemporary suspense and historical mystery in his fifth novel to feature former U.S. Justice Department operative Cotton Malone . . . this well-crafted thriller offers plenty of surprises."
—Publisher's Weekly
"A top-notch, gripping, intelligent thriller in the very finest traditions of the genre."
—Peter James, #1 Internationally bestselling writer
"Berry writes thrillers that are impossible to put down, but since they move faster than light, you won't notice the time flying by. He expertly combines exotic locations, historical information, a secret evil, interesting characters, nonstop action and a mystery as the bad guys follow the hero every step of the way. Do not miss his latest."
—Romantic Times (4.5 stars out of 5)
"Once again Steve Berry has produced a grand scale novel, sweeping back and forth between the present and the past. The Paris Vendetta has all of his trademarks namely historical fact, modern detail and non-stop suspense. . . . [it] works on a new premise of the consequences of terrorism, and the Paris Club’s efforts to capitalize on this presumption make for an intelligent thriller which manages to throw up new ideas for a subject which is being played to death by some authors. This only goes to show how in the correct hands a well worn subject can be re-invigorated with a new slant or twist. The end of the book will leave you desperate for the next installment."
—crimesquad.com
"As I read The Paris Vendetta, the hours vanished. Pages continued to fly by. And once again I was hooked. No, more than hooked . . . I was lost. In the end, that is the true magic and mastery of [Berry's] writing, the true reason he has become the king of intrigue. You don’t just read a Steve Berry novel. You live it."
—James Rollins, New York Times bestselling writer
"Cliffhanger chapter endings become part and parcel of thriller writer extraordinaire Steve Berry's well-honed style, on display once again in The Paris Vendetta. . . . Berry has become the modern master of the thriller form, balancing his various subplots and multiple characters with a smooth and seasoned hand. The Paris Vendetta, and everyone of his conspiracy-themed thrillers are like a giant jigsaw puzzle in which all the pieces fit perfectly together."
—Providence-Journal
"Steve Berry always finds intriguing ways to link the past to the present in his fast-paced thrillers. The Paris Vendetta is his best yet."
—Harlan Coben, #1 New York Times bestselling writer
"Steve Berry is a remarkable storyteller. Each of his books are more complex than the previous one . . . he continues to fulfill and exceed his own standards with each successive work, particularly since the introduction of Cotton Malone in The Templar Legacy. . . . Berry also continues to develop his always formidable ability as an action writer; there is one scene in particular that should carry a warning label, especially if one has a fear of heights and a tendency to forget to breathe. Given the ending of The Paris Vendetta, Berry's next book will almost certainly take him in new, though no less exciting, directions."
—Bookreporter.com
"This is easily the most fast-paced volume in the [Cotton Malone] series. . . Berry skillfully weaves his readers between truth and fiction like none other . . . With a keen understanding of his readers and brilliant research skills, The Paris Vendetta is an intelligent and exciting escapade."
—Suspense Magazine
"Once again Cotton Malone is in the middle of international intrigue. There are assassination plots, searches for hidden treasure, battles between enemies, even friends, and a taste of romance thrown into the mix. In other words it has it all and it is presented in the inimitable Berry style . . . Steve Berry gets better and better with each new book and The Paris Vendetta continues that upwards path. He has created a story that holds your interest and challenges your mind. Bring on the next one!"
—Huffington Post
"Steve Berry writes an action-packed adventure with characters who spring to life as you read. His stories move the reader around the world in a heartbeat. He moves between the past and present with a facile grace. If you haven't followed the adventures of Cotton Malone, this is a good place to start. If you crave an adrenaline rush, you will be swept away as you follow the adventures of Cotton and his friends."
—freshfiction.com
