When the well preserved body of a seventeenth century cartographer suddenly floats to the surface of a bog in northern Germany, a 57 carat ruby clenched in his fist, the grisly discovery ignites a global race to find the Lost Tavernier Stones of popular European folklore.
THE TAVERNIER STONES has something for every reader—adventure, intrigue, information, and no small amount of wit. An exciting debut from a talented new author, this novel delivers the goods.
—Debra Ginsberg, author of THE GRIFT and THE NEIGHBORS ARE WATCHING
If his subsequent novels are researched to the same degree, he could claim a legitimate position among the notables of this genre.
—Library Journal
An utterly compelling adventure that pulls you along on a rollicking ride and doesn't let go of you until you turn the last page. The writing just sparkles.
—Patricia Wood, author of LOTTERY
The author clearly knows his subject—the details about map-making and gemology ring true—and even better, he knows how to tell a good story.
—Booklist
From the opening pages to the closing scene, Stephen Parrish has created a literary mystery, one with adventure, history, cartography, jewels, and unforgettable characters. I can't recall the last time I finished a mystery that also moved me so much.
—Erica Orloff, author of THE ROOFER and FREUDIAN SLIP
The author certainly knows his subject matter and relates it to historical fact. There should be something to appeal to readers of all persuasions.
—The Mystery Reader
THE TAVERNIER STONES is a sparkling, multi-faceted gem of a fast-paced thriller.
—Eric Stone, author of SHANGHAIED
Parrish keeps the dialogue light, throws in more than a few witty scenes, and ties it all up in a neat and satisfying bundle at the end. What more could you want from a late summer read?
—Bookgasm
Relentlessly fascinating, Stephen Parrish's THE TAVERNIER STONES is reminiscent of Dan Brown's LOST SYMBOL, but this treasure hunt based on real historical figures involves ancient maps, complex codes, and a cache of mysterious lost gems. It's one hell of a good time.
—Mark Terry, author of THE FALLEN
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