Taking the best elements from two of his most outstanding bestsellers, The Gold Coast and The General’s Daughter, Nelson DeMille combines the breathless suspense of an expertly wrought murder mystery with his wry perspective on a peculiarly American social scene to deliver an enthralling and compelling story.
Wounded in the line of duty, NYPD homicide detective John Corey convalesces in the Long … Corey convalesces in the Long Island township of Southold, home to farmers, fishermen — and at least one killer. Tom and Judy Gordon, a young, attractive couple Corey knows, have been found on their patio, each with a bullet in the head. The local police chief, Sylvester Maxwell, wants Corey’s big-city expertise, but Maxwell gets more than he bargained for.
The early signs point to a burglary gone wrong. But because the Gordons were biologists at Plum Island, the offshore animal disease research site rumored to be involved in germ warfare, it isn’t long before the media is suggesting that the Gordons stole something very deadly. Suddenly a local double murder becomes a crime with national and worldwide implications.
John Corey doesn’t like mysteries, which is why he likes to solve them. His investigations lead him into the lore, legends, and ancient secrets of northern Long Island — more deadly and more dangerous than he could ever have imagined. During his journey of discovery, he meets two remarkable women, Detective Beth Penrose and Mayflower descendant Emma Whitestone, both of whom change his life irrevocably. Ultimately, through his understanding of the murders, John Corey comes to understand himself.
Fast-paced and atmospheric, marked by entrancing characters, incandescent storytelling, and brilliant comic touches, Plum Island is Nelson DeMille at his thrill-inducing best.
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I picked up this book because it was on sale and mentioned pirates and hidden treasure, two things I always find interesting. I wasn’t sure I’d like it at first, as it’s written in the first person from the male perspective, but by the second chapter I was hooked. The protagonist is witty, irreverent, and clever, and the story moves along at a …
I really enjoyed this book. It’s my second favorite by DeMille after Gold Coast. Gold Coast is an excellent read and I have read it twice, which I don’t do too often-rarely in fact. But Plum Island is great because of the main character’s wry sense of humor. This kind of humor that does not overshadow the story or cast shade on the character makes …
Author writes with wit and charm, historical and future fiction but sometimes “right on the money”. Amazing stories.
Great book until the end which stretched the imagination beyond limits.
Probably one of the best books by one of the best modern authors.
I’ld rate it a 2.5!
DeMille is one of my favorites
Love all DeMille’s books!
One of my favorite books ever! My husband and I have read this book several times and enjoyed it every time.
DeMille is always a great read. I thoroughly enjoy his work.
Nelson DeMille is the best.
I’m a DeMille fan and this title was my first read that hook me to this author. This title witty and the main character keeps you interested in the story line.
My favorite Nelson DeMille book
If you haven’t tried DeMille, you are in for a treat. Great writer.
I love everything Nelson Demille writes. Problem is they are too few and far between!
Wonderful!
One of the first novels I’ve read by this author and thoroughly enjoyed it. Excellent character and location development. I felt I was touring the island with the hero of the story.
On my very short list of books I re-read every couple of years.
Funny and so well plotted.
A small step below of the best of De mille but still a great read. I recommend this novel.
One of Nelson’s best, first book of his I read. I read every book he’s written. Action tempered by humor