Those In Peril (Hector Cross) - Softcover

Wilbur Smith

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0330452509 ISBN 13: 9780330452502

Publisher: Pan, 2012

Synopsis

Those in Peril is the first in the gripping Hector Cross Novels, from Wilbur Smith, the author of When the Lion Feeds.

Hazel Bannock is the owner of the Bannock Oil Corp, one of the major global oil producers. While cruising in the Indian Ocean, her yacht is hijacked by Somalian pirates and her nineteen year old daughter Cayla kidnapped.

Major Hector Cross is an ex-SAS operative and the man behind Cross Bow Security, the company contracted to Bannock Oil to provide all their security. His loyalty to the Bannock family goes beyond the call of duty.

The pirates demand a crippling ransom for Cayla's release, and complicated political and diplomatic sensitivities render the major powers incapable of intervening.

With growing evidence of the horrific torture to which Cayla is being subjected, Hazel calls on Hector to help her rescue her daughter. Between them, Hazel and Hector are determined to take the law into their own hands.

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Review

Praise for "Those in Peril"

""Those in Peril" is the thriller of the year."--"Daily Express" (UK)

"Gun-blazing action."--"Daily Telegraph" (UK)

"Another outstanding adventure from this popular author."--"The French Paper" (UK)

"As with most of Smith's books, this one is a cracker of a read."--"The Citizen" (New Zealand)

OUTSTANDING PRAISE FOR THE NOVELS OF WILBUR SMITH

ASSEGAI

"One thrilling package that will be eagerly devoured by fans."--"Publishers Weekly"

"There is a reason Smith is a hugely popular writer of historical novels: his remarkable talent for re-creating historical periods and crafting characters we care about is virtually unmatched in the genre. Smith [has] been entertaining readers for nearly five decades, and if this novel is any indication, he is showing no signs of slowing down."--"Booklist"

THE TRIUMPH OF THE SUN

"Everything [Smith's] fans have come to expect: masterful storytelling and breathtaking adventure...chalk up another winner."--"Times Record News" (Wichita Falls, TX)

"Espionage, disguise, stabbings in the dark...a story that is--like the Nile itself--swift and powerful." --"Booklist"

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"Wildly entertaining, compulsively readable."--"Sunday Telegraph" (UK)

BLUE HORIZON

"The eleventh volume in Smith's saga of the Courtney clan is every bit as riveting as its predecessors. Brimming with bravado, greed, and romance."--"Booklist"

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"Really big retro-fun."--"Kirkus Reviews"

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"A swashbuckling, brawling, sprawling historical epic. Rich, exciting, and fascinating."--"Library Journal"

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"Adventure and danger at every turn."--"New York Daily News"

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"Gripping. The writer's fans will enjoy the ride."--"Publishers Weekly"

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"Master storyteller Smith takes his story into another generation of adventurers battling on the sea and on land in the settling of South Africa."--"Tulsa World"

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"Everything Smith's fans have come to expect from his epic adventure novels. His consummate skill at crafting vast battle scenes, passionate and wildly romantic characters, cruel and bloodthirsty villains, and larger-than-life heroes make "Blue Horizon" irresistible."--"Journal "(Flint, MI)

WARLOCK

"When it comes to historical fiction, Smith is without rival. He is a warlock of writers."--"Tulsa World"

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"Filled with enough action, adventure, battles, betrayals, and actual cliffhangers to satisfy Indiana Jones...rousing."--"The Plain Dealer"

"Seamlessly composed, this epic historical drama by veteran author Smith tracks a power struggle in ancient Egypt ...evoking the cruel glories and terrible torments of the era. Those willing to brave the blood and gore will be carried away by the sweep and pace of Smith's tale." --"Publishers Weekly"

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"Each time I read a new Wilbur Smith I say it is the best book I have ever read--until the next one. It's the same with "Warlock." Brilliant...irresistible and impossible to put down."--"Times Record News "(Wichita Falls, TX)

"Pulse-pounding...adventure and excitement, with more blood and guts than a slaughterhouse."--"Tampa Tribune Times"

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"This summer's most entertaining read...another full-blown tale of war, intrigue, murder, lust, and true love set in ancient Egypt."--"Flint Journal"

"Smith is at the top of his game in weaving exotic adventures in this work. Very highly recommended."--"Library Journal"

"Smith...returns to the genre with this epic action tale of intrigue, suspense, and adventure set in ancient Egypt. His many fans will be clamoring for copies of this one."--"Booklist"

"A stirring tale, full of chariot battles...Smith has whipped up a heady brew...and undoubtedly deserves his immense popularity far more than most of his rivals."--"Evening Standard" (UK)

"You can almost feel the heat and taste the dust as the narrative builds to a cracking pace...["Warlock"] is a ripping yarn and a classic adventure story."--"Irish News"

RIVER GOD

"A grand tale of intrigue, deception, true love and exile."--"The Denver Post"

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"Vivid and fascinating...packed with passion, war, intrigue and revenge...sprawling and absorbing...gripping....A racy rampage through ancient Egypt that puts the reader right there with details that are intimate, inspiring, horrifying....The author makes you see it, hear it--even smell it...Fans will be happy to know Smith hasn't lost his touch for the dramatic, exotic adventure story."--"The Orlando Sentinel"

"A page-turner...few novelists can write action scenes that all but leap off the page the way Smith can...his detailed portrait of ancient Egypt is fascinating."--"Anniston Star" (TX)

"A full-blooded epic."--"The London Times"

"Like a good action movie, the book ends with a show-down...well-written and entertaining."--"Lexington Herald-Leader" (KY)

"Compulsively readable...contains intrigue, romance, greed, cruelty, and furious action...rewarding and satisfying."--"El Paso Herald-Post" (TX)

"An epic novel of ancient Egypt, a great adventure with all the right ingredients: victories and defeats, secrets and revelations, life and death, reverence and godlessness, hate and love."--"The Des Moines Register "

"["River God"] gallops swiftly through the action and flying blood his fans have come to relish...Brightly colored, sweeping escapism."--"Kirkus Reviews"MONSOON

"[A] non-stop thriller that takes readers on a magical tour...this is what makes a Smith book worth reading." --"Midwest Book Review"

"Only a handful of 20th century writers tantalize our senses as well as Smith...a rare author who wields a razor-sharp sword of craftsmanship." --"Tulsa World"

"A wild adventure...brought flawlessly to life through realistic sword fights and sea battles, vivid stories of pirates...breathtaking." --"Times Record News"

"A masterful tale of action and suspense....adventure and romance, the novel is an atmospheric trip through the fierce mysteries of the Dark Continent and the Arabian seas."--"Publishers Weekly"

"Smith offers plenty of battles and harrowing escapes for adventure fans."--"Library Journal"

BIRDS OF PREY

"A fascinating account...Smith deftly evokes not only the horrific but also the beautiful, particularly the lush landscape of Africa."--"The Washington Post Book World"

"Unforgettable...swashbuckling and sensuous, "Birds of Prey" transcends the average action-adventure yarn."--"The Orlando Sentinel"

"A wonderful novel filled with excitement, pirates, and vivid sea battles...vintage Wilbur Smith."--"Times Record News" (Wichita Falls, TX)

"Those in Peril" is the thriller of the year. "Daily Express (UK)"

Gun-blazing action. "Daily Telegraph (UK)"

Another outstanding adventure from this popular author. "The French Paper (UK)"

As with most of Smith's books, this one is a cracker of a read. "The Citizen (New Zealand)"

One thrilling package that will be eagerly devoured by fans. "Publishers Weekly on Assegai"

There is a reason Smith is a hugely popular writer of historical novels: his remarkable talent for re-creating historical periods and crafting characters we care about is virtually unmatched in the genre. Smith [has] been entertaining readers for nearly five decades, and if this novel is any indication, he is showing no signs of slowing down. "Booklist on Assegai"

Everything [Smith's] fans have come to expect: masterful storytelling and breathtaking adventure chalk up another winner. "Times Record News (Wichita Falls, TX) on The Triumph of the Sun"

Espionage, disguise, stabbings in the dark a story that is--like the Nile itself--swift and powerful. "Booklist on The Triumph of the Sun"

Wildly entertaining, compulsively readable. "Sunday Telegraph (UK) on The Triumph of the Sun"

Everything Smith's fans have come to expect from his epic adventure novels. His consummate skill at crafting vast battle scenes, passionate and wildly romantic characters, cruel and bloodthirsty villains, and larger-than-life heroes make "Blue Horizon" irresistible. "Journal (Flint, MI)"

When it comes to historical fiction, Smith is without rival. He is a warlock of writers. "Tulsa World"

Each time I read a new Wilbur Smith I say it is the best book I have ever read--until the next one. It's the same with "Warlock." Brilliant irresistible and impossible to put down. "Times Record News (Wichita Falls, TX)"

You can almost feel the heat and taste the dust as the narrative builds to a cracking pace...["Warlock"] is a ripping yarn and a classic adventure story. "Irish News"

A page-turner...few novelists can write action scenes that all but leap off the page the way Smith can...his detailed portrait of ancient Egypt is fascinating. "Anniston Star (TX)"

["River God"] gallops swiftly through the action and flying blood his fans have come to relish...Brightly colored, sweeping escapism. "Kirkus Reviews"

Unforgettable...swashbuckling and sensuous, "Birds of Prey" transcends the average action-adventure yarn. "The Orlando Sentinel""

Those in Peril is the thriller of the year. Daily Express (UK)

Gun-blazing action. Daily Telegraph (UK)

Another outstanding adventure from this popular author. The French Paper (UK)

As with most of Smith's books, this one is a cracker of a read. The Citizen (New Zealand)

One thrilling package that will be eagerly devoured by fans. Publishers Weekly on Assegai

There is a reason Smith is a hugely popular writer of historical novels: his remarkable talent for re-creating historical periods and crafting characters we care about is virtually unmatched in the genre. Smith [has] been entertaining readers for nearly five decades, and if this novel is any indication, he is showing no signs of slowing down. Booklist on Assegai

Everything [Smith's] fans have come to expect: masterful storytelling and breathtaking adventure chalk up another winner. Times Record News (Wichita Falls, TX) on The Triumph of the Sun

Espionage, disguise, stabbings in the dark a story that is--like the Nile itself--swift and powerful. Booklist on The Triumph of the Sun

Wildly entertaining, compulsively readable. Sunday Telegraph (UK) on The Triumph of the Sun

Everything Smith's fans have come to expect from his epic adventure novels. His consummate skill at crafting vast battle scenes, passionate and wildly romantic characters, cruel and bloodthirsty villains, and larger-than-life heroes make Blue Horizon irresistible. Journal (Flint, MI)

When it comes to historical fiction, Smith is without rival. He is a warlock of writers. Tulsa World

Each time I read a new Wilbur Smith I say it is the best book I have ever read--until the next one. It's the same with Warlock. Brilliant irresistible and impossible to put down. Times Record News (Wichita Falls, TX)

You can almost feel the heat and taste the dust as the narrative builds to a cracking pace...[Warlock] is a ripping yarn and a classic adventure story. Irish News

A page-turner...few novelists can write action scenes that all but leap off the page the way Smith can...his detailed portrait of ancient Egypt is fascinating. Anniston Star (TX)

[River God] gallops swiftly through the action and flying blood his fans have come to relish...Brightly colored, sweeping escapism. Kirkus Reviews

Unforgettable...swashbuckling and sensuous, Birds of Prey transcends the average action-adventure yarn. The Orlando Sentinel

"

"Those in Peril is the thriller of the year." --Daily Express (UK)

"Gun-blazing action." --Daily Telegraph (UK)

"Another outstanding adventure from this popular author." --The French Paper (UK)

"As with most of Smith's books, this one is a cracker of a read." --The Citizen (New Zealand)

"One thrilling package that will be eagerly devoured by fans." --Publishers Weekly on Assegai

"There is a reason Smith is a hugely popular writer of historical novels: his remarkable talent for re-creating historical periods and crafting characters we care about is virtually unmatched in the genre. Smith [has] been entertaining readers for nearly five decades, and if this novel is any indication, he is showing no signs of slowing down." --Booklist on Assegai

"Everything [Smith's] fans have come to expect: masterful storytelling and breathtaking adventure...chalk up another winner." --Times Record News (Wichita Falls, TX) on The Triumph of the Sun

"Espionage, disguise, stabbings in the dark...a story that is--like the Nile itself--swift and powerful." --Booklist on The Triumph of the Sun

"Wildly entertaining, compulsively readable." --Sunday Telegraph (UK) on The Triumph of the Sun

"Everything Smith's fans have come to expect from his epic adventure novels. His consummate skill at crafting vast battle scenes, passionate and wildly romantic characters, cruel and bloodthirsty villains, and larger-than-life heroes make Blue Horizon irresistible." --Journal (Flint, MI)

"When it comes to historical fiction, Smith is without rival. He is a warlock of writers." --Tulsa World

"Each time I read a new Wilbur Smith I say it is the best book I have ever read--until the next one. It's the same with Warlock. Brilliant...irresistible and impossible to put down." --Times Record News (Wichita Falls, TX)

"You can almost feel the heat and taste the dust as the narrative builds to a cracking pace...[Warlock] is a ripping yarn and a classic adventure story." --Irish News

"A page-turner...few novelists can write action scenes that all but leap off the page the way Smith can...his detailed portrait of ancient Egypt is fascinating." --Anniston Star (TX)

"[River God] gallops swiftly through the action and flying blood his fans have come to relish...Brightly colored, sweeping escapism." --Kirkus Reviews

"Unforgettable...swashbuckling and sensuous, Birds of Prey transcends the average action-adventure yarn." --The Orlando Sentinel

-Those in Peril is the thriller of the year.- --Daily Express (UK)

-Gun-blazing action.- --Daily Telegraph (UK)

-Another outstanding adventure from this popular author.- --The French Paper (UK)

-As with most of Smith's books, this one is a cracker of a read.- --The Citizen (New Zealand)

-One thrilling package that will be eagerly devoured by fans.- --Publishers Weekly on Assegai

-There is a reason Smith is a hugely popular writer of historical novels: his remarkable talent for re-creating historical periods and crafting characters we care about is virtually unmatched in the genre. Smith [has] been entertaining readers for nearly five decades, and if this novel is any indication, he is showing no signs of slowing down.- --Booklist on Assegai

Book Description

Another outstanding adventure from one of the world's best loved storytellers

Edition details

• Publisher: Pan
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0330452509
• ISBN 13: 9780330452502
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 432