The Collector
By Daniel Silva
- Release Date: 2023-07-18
- Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Description
“A world-class practitioner of spy fiction.”—Washington Post
In this electrifying thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva, Gabriel Allon undertakes a search for a stolen Vermeer masterpiece and uncovers a conspiracy that could bring the world to the brink of nuclear Armageddon.
Legendary art restorer and spy Gabriel Allon joins forces with a brilliant and beautiful master-thief to track down the world’s most valuable missing painting but soon finds himself in a desperate race to prevent an unthinkable conflict between Russia and the West.
Silva's powerhouse novel showcases his outstanding skill and brilliant imagination, destined to be a must-read for both his multitudes of fans and growing legions of converts.
Reviews
Allon at his best
5By Rumple stilzkenI have always enjoyed the Gabriel Allon books ever since I read my first one. They each have the intrigue that keeps you reading. I just finished the “Collector” and have a sense of emptiness because I wanted it to go on. I will continue soon.Too close for comfort!
5By jrbar7Fiction or truth? Gets messy when you cannot tell.The collector
5By fred flinsyoneExcellentToo long
2By Drobster 1Way too much character development as well as property descriptions. Just get on withe the story. This book could easily have been and should have been only a 300-pager. The foreign names also made it hard to keep track of the characters and thus who was a good guy and who was bad. I think I am done with Gabriel Alon.Solid
4By TigersJC86The story itself is pretty good. The series has certainly shifted from Gabriel conducting the mission to be more of a director when called upon and introducing new characters to the mission and danger. Once again and to my disappointment the author insists on plugging his own personal political messaging into the novels which are both an oversimplification and probably insulting half of his audience with ludicrous takes. I beg of you sir, save it for a blog…The Collector Daniel Silva
5By tTerry FThe collector very interesting I really like this one engaging from the beginning to the end Always enjoy Daniel Silva booksBelievable
4By Fuzz6656A fictional story that could be a precursor of real events when it comes to Ukraine. Scary believable.Good read
5By Dedee51Enjoyed the travel and insightDisappointing
2By areadingfoolI only kept reading this book assuming that my favorite author was saving the excitement for the end. But obviously Daniel is saving it for a later book. This was terribly boring. I’ve read every Daniel Silva book and they keep getting worse and worse. Reading grocery labels is more exciting. Thankfully I still have the early books to reread.A non-stop gem
5By 58spdstrThere are lots of spy thrillers to read, and I’ve read my share. This book just has a great motor that never stops running from start to finish. A great readAlways
5By Drunkin'SwmerThis Silva book remains true to the characters he has created in Allon books. If you liked Gabriel Allon in the first book, you will not be disappointed with the direction of the storyline, character development, and relevance to current events. Thanks Daniel Silva for writing that never disappoints.Sad it’s over!
5By Snazzygurl300The best thing @ Dan Silvia’s books is that his extraordinary insight, ability and access enable him to construct the most engaging, fast paced adventures that simultaneously educate the reader as to how the world really works, from global politics to finance to spy craft. I would take a master class with him in a heart beat. His books are eagerly anticipated and always a thrill!Page turner
5By jmit22One of my favorite characters. Although I don’t prefer some of the political statements, I enjoyed the storyline thoroughly.Favorite author, terrible book
1By wineman113If Silva doesn’t want to continue Gabriel Allon stories, then be honest & say so. This was Siva’s worst book yet & will give me pause before buying the next one. Shame!Tedious with detail
4By twpk$$The story line was good but a little too much description in many area. Not enough action sequences.The Collector. Daniel Silva
5By Wet againGabriel Allon has been asked by General Ferrari the commander of the Italian Art Squad to investigate a vault in the home of a murdered South African shipping tycoon. Inside this vault a collection of painting have been found along with one empty frame which later is determined to be Vincent Van Gogh. Gabriel elects to chase down a lead in Denmark where he makes the acquaintance of a beautiful art thief named Ingrid Johansen. Gabriel soon realizes she is in a class all of her own, a master thief who anything she desires. It’s fun to her. Alot of the money she steals she donates to charities. Working for Gabriel she goes undercover with a Danish billionaire who is also a Russian Assett. She steals a document from a Russian ministers safe that was a plan by the Russians to order a nuclear attack in the Ukraine which actually kills Russian soldiers the Ukraine’s will be blamed and this could also lead to a conflict between Russia and America that start WWIII. A masterfully written tale full of suspense, intrigue and action on every page!!! My highest recommendation!! Enjoyed immensely!!consistently great author
5By CreekNineanother fabulous Gabriel Allon story.The Collector
5By JoanabakeGreat Gabriel Allon in retirement spy thriller.The Collector
2By WA conservativeHis ultra left-leaning politics are ruining his books. This is the last one I will buy.
