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Robert McCammon

    17 luglio 1952

    Robert McCammon è un autore rinomato per la sua maestria nel genere horror, che ha ampliato il suo raggio d'azione letterario per abbracciare la narrativa storica. La sua abilità stilistica e la capacità di attrarre i lettori nelle profondità della psiche umana, così come nel passato, sono centrali nella sua opera. McCammon esplora relazioni complesse e dilemmi morali, spesso addentrandosi negli aspetti più oscuri della natura umana. La sua scrittura è caratterizzata da un linguaggio ricco e da un'atmosfera coinvolgente che lascia un'impressione duratura.

    Robert McCammon
    The Wolf's Hour
    The River of Souls
    Cardinal Black
    Five
    Freedom of the Mask
    Boy's Life
    • Boy's Life

      • 512pagine
      • 18 ore di lettura

      Don t miss the thrilling novel from #1 New York Times bestselling award-winning author Robert McCammon, in a book that Publishers Weekly calls both a mystery that will satisfy the most finicky aficionado and a boisterous travelogue. Zephyr, Alabama, is an idyllic hometown for eleven-year-old Cory Mackenson a place where monsters swim the river deep and friends are forever. Then, one cold spring morning, Cory and his father witness a car plunge into a lake and a desperate rescue attempt brings his father face-to-face with a terrible vision of death that will haunt him forever. As Cory struggles to understand his father s pain, his eyes are slowly opened to the forces of good and evil that are manifested in Zephyr. From an ancient, mystical woman who can hear the dead and bewitch the living, to a violent clan of moonshiners, Cory must confront the secrets that hide in the shadows of his hometown for his father s sanity and his own life hang in the balance."

      Boy's Life
    • Freedom of the Mask

      • 442pagine
      • 16 ore di lettura

      Matthew embarks on a thrilling new adventure that promises to captivate fans of the series. As he navigates through challenges and excitement, readers will be eager to uncover the twists and turns of his journey. The engaging narrative and fast-paced plot make this installment a must-read for those following Matthew's story.

      Freedom of the Mask
    • Five

      • 610pagine
      • 22 ore di lettura

      Set against the backdrop of the music industry, this novel follows a struggling rock band as they navigate the challenges of fame and creativity. The characters face personal and professional obstacles, highlighting their resilience and passion for music. McCammon explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the harsh realities of the entertainment world, making for a poignant and engaging read.

      Five
    • Cardinal Black

      • 354pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Set in December 1703, the story follows Berry Grigsby as she struggles with the effects of Professor Fell's involuntary drug experiments, which are causing her mental decline. To rescue her, a stolen potion book is essential, but it lies in the hands of a mysterious antagonist known as Cardinal Black, who orchestrated an attack on her village. The narrative weaves together themes of desperation, the quest for knowledge, and the fight against a hidden enemy.

      Cardinal Black
    • The River of Souls

      • 216pagine
      • 8 ore di lettura

      Set in the Carolina colony, the story follows professional problem-solver Matthew Corbett and his companion Magnus Muldoon as they navigate a tense situation involving three escaped enslaved individuals. One of them faces accusations of murdering the daughter of a plantation owner, adding layers of complexity to their flight. The narrative explores themes of justice, friendship, and the moral dilemmas of the time, as Corbett seeks to uncover the truth amidst societal tensions.

      The River of Souls
    • D-Day is threatened, but one man could rip the heart of the Nazis -- with his bare claws.... He is Michael Gallatin, master spy, lover -- and werewolf. Able to change shape with lightning speed, to kill silently or with savage, snarling fury, he proved his talents against Rommel in Africa. Now he faces his most delicate, dangerous mission: to unravel the secret Nazi plan known as Iron Fist. From a parachute jump into occupied France to the lush corruption of Berlin, from the arms of a beautiful spy to the cold embrace of a madman's death machine, Gallatin draws ever closer to the ghastly truth about Iron Fist. But with only hours to D-Day, he is trapped in the Nazis' web of destruction....

      The Wolf's Hour
    • The Providence Rider

      • 346pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Set against the backdrop of winter 1703 in Manhattan, the story follows Matthew Corbett as he faces a series of explosive incidents aimed at drawing him in. The source of this turmoil is the mysterious Professor Fell, a figure from Matthew's past, who seeks his help with a pressing issue. As the plot unfolds, the tension between past connections and present dangers escalates, compelling Matthew to confront both his history and the challenges that lie ahead.

      The Providence Rider
    • A MASS MURDER. A DISAPPEARANCE. A CEMETERY RANSACKED. It looked like another ordinary day in Los Angeles Then night came.... Evil as old as the centuries has descended upon the City of Angels---it comes as a kiss from the terrifying but seductive immortals. Slowly at first, then by the legions, the ravenous undead choke Los Angeles with bloodthirsty determination---and the hordes of monstrous victims steadily mount each night. High above glitter city a deadly contest begins. In the decaying castle of a long-dead screen idol, the few remaining human survivors prepare to face the Prince of Evil and his satanic disciples. Whilst the very forces of nature are called into play, isolating the city from the rest of the world and leaving it at the mercy of the blood-hungry vultures of the night.... THEY THIRST Theirs is a lust that can never be satisfied... Afterword by author

      They Thirst
    • The Listener

      • 362pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Set in 1934 during the Great Depression, the narrative explores the devastating impact of economic collapse on American society. As businesses fail and debt skyrockets, communities face the harsh realities of widespread foreclosures and the growing presence of breadlines. The story captures the struggles of individuals and families navigating this tumultuous period, highlighting themes of resilience and survival amidst adversity.

      The Listener
    • Swan Song

      • 928pagine
      • 33 ore di lettura

      In a wasteland born of rage and fear, populated by monstrous creatures and marauding armies, Earth’s last survivors have been drawn into a final battle between good and evil that will decide the fate of humanity. There’s Sister, who discovers a strange and transformative glass artifact in the destroyed Manhattan streets…Joshua Hutchins, the pro wrestler who takes refuge from the nuclear fallout at a Nebraska gas station… and Swan, a young girl possessing special powers, who travels alongside Josh to a Missouri town where healing and recovery can begin with her gifts. But the ancient force behind earth’s devastation is scouring the walking wounded for recruits for its relentless army… beginning with Swan herself.

      Swan Song