David Liss Libri

A twelve-year-old boy embarks on an adventure as he joins a four-person team aiming for membership in the Confederation of United Planets. Along the way, he uncovers conspiracies that mirror the science fiction stories he has always loved, blending his dreams with a thrilling reality.

Vengeance and rough justice drive the narrative in this enthralling novel, characterized by its sly wit and rich storytelling. The plot unfolds swiftly, immersing readers in a gripping tale that explores themes of retribution and moral complexity. With compelling characters and a captivating pace, the story promises to engage those who appreciate intricate plots and thought-provoking themes.

Set against the backdrop of eighteenth-century London, this thrilling novel intertwines splendor and squalor, showcasing the author's signature storytelling style. Readers can expect a gripping narrative filled with intrigue, rich historical detail, and complex characters, reflecting the tumultuous social landscape of the time. The book promises to deliver a captivating experience that explores the darker sides of human nature within a vibrant historical context.

America, 1787. Ethan Saunders, once among General Washington’s most valued spies, is living in disgrace after an accusation of treason cost him his reputation. But an opportunity for redemption comes calling when Saunders’s old enemy, Alexander Hamilton, draws him into a struggle with bitter rival Thomas Jefferson over the creation of the Bank of the United States. Meanwhile, on the western Pennsylvania frontier, Joan Maycott and her husband, a Revolutionary War veteran, hope for a better life and a chance for prosperity. But the Maycotts’ success on an isolated frontier attracts the brutal attention of men who threaten to destroy them. As their causes intertwine, Joan and Saunders–both patriots in their own way–find themselves on opposing sides of a plot that could tear apart a fragile new nation.

Benjamin Weaver is an outsider in eighteenth-century London: a Jew among Christians; a ruffian among aristocrats; a retired pugilist who, hired by London's gentry, travels through the criminal underworld in pursuit of debtors and thieves. In A CONSPIRACY OF PAPER, Weaver must investigate a crime of the most personal sort, involving the mysterious death of his estranged father, a notorious stockdealer. To find the answers, Weaver contends with a garrulous prostitute who knows too much about his past, estranged relatives who remind him of his alienation from the Jewish faith, and a group of powerful men in the world of finance who have disguised their business dealings with an intricate web of deception and violence. Relying on brains and brawn, Weaver uncovers the beginnings of a strange new economic order based on stock speculation - a way of life that poses great risk for investors, but real danger for Weaver and his family.

The Edgar Award-winning novel "A Conspiracy of Paper" marks a standout debut in 2000. In this suspenseful follow-up, David Liss transports readers to Amsterdam in 1659, a time of cultural and financial upheaval. The story unfolds in a world of trade, where schemers thrive and deception reigns. Miguel Lienzo, a once-envied trader in the Portuguese Jewish community, faces ruin after a sudden shift in the sugar markets. Now impoverished and reliant on his younger brother's charity, Miguel is desperate to reclaim his wealth and reputation. He partners with a seductive Dutchwoman who presents a daring opportunity: to corner the market on a new commodity—coffee. To succeed, Miguel must risk everything, navigating the chaotic markets, the greed of rivals, and a powerful enemy intent on his downfall. As he delves deeper, Miguel discovers that betrayal is rampant among Amsterdam's businessmen, with even friends harboring hidden agendas. With humor, imagination, and mystery, Liss paints a vivid picture of a world fraught with danger and longing, where traditional values clash with the demands of a burgeoning business landscape. This captivating tale will keep readers of historical suspense and coffee enthusiasts engaged long into the night.

An all-original anthology of stories from some of today's hottest supernatural and fantasy writers, 'Zombie' provides a new take on death and resurrection.

Set against a backdrop of Victorian society, Thomas faces extraordinary challenges, including potential sabotage of the family bank and the mysterious death of a friend. His most alarming issue is the leaves sprouting from his skin, hinting at a deeper magical influence in London. As proper society dismisses magic, Thomas must navigate the occult world, seeking help from unconventional allies like a lycanthropic medium and Aleister Crowley, to save his family business and prevent his transformation into a tree.

In the wake of Shadowland, Hell's Kitchen has a new protector - the Black Panther! He has no kingdom, no Vibranium and no high-tech safety net - just bloody knuckles and the will to prove himself in a foreign land. T'Challa will create a new life, a new identity, and become a new kind of hero. But with Daredevil gone, the bad guys are coming out to play, and a deadly nemesis - Vlad the Impaler - plots his bloody rise to power. Soon, the new Man Without Fear will face Fear Itself! And when a killer starts targeting people that T'Challa had previously saved, the Panther must go on the prowl to show exactly why he is the most dangerous man alive! COLLECTING: BLACK PANTHER: THE MAN WITHOUT FEAR 513-523; BLACK PANTHER: THE MOST DANGEROUS MAN ALIVE 523.1, 524-529