The Bad Angel Brothers by Paul Theroux Paperback Book

Description: The Bad Angel Brothers by Paul Theroux From the legendary American master Paul Theroux comes a brilliant new novel of chilling psychological depth, the tale of a younger brother whose lifelong rivalry with his older brother--a powerful lawyer with a pattern of gleefully vicious betrayals--culminates in the ultimate plan: murder.Cal has always lived in the shadow of his manipulative and domineering brother, Frank, who was doted upon by their mother and beloved by the girls in their small New England hometown--including Cals own girlfriends. In an attempt to escape Franks intrusive presence, Cal pursues a different kind of freedom in the worlds wild spaces, prospecting for gold and precious minerals everywhere from the heat of the desert at the Mexican border to the Alaskan chill, to central Africa, and Colombian mines where he will meet the love of his life, Vida. Soon he is dripping in wealth, his pockets full of gold nuggets and emeralds, but the money means far less to him than his independence. To Frank, however, "Cash is king." As Cals success grows, so too does Franks power and his influence in Cals affairs, the devastating threat he creates at the center of his little brothers life. And, ultimately, when Frank decides to commit the ultimate betrayal...Cal is left with only one, final solution.Few writers have as keen an eye for human nature as the inimitable Paul Theroux, and this riveting tale of adventure, betrayal, and the true cost of family bonds is an unmissable new work from one of Americas most distinguished and beloved novelists. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Paul Theroux is the author of many highly acclaimed books. His novels include Burma Sahib, The Bad Angel Brothers, The Lower River, Jungle Lovers, and The Mosquito Coast, and his renowned travel books include Ghost Train to the Eastern Star, On the Plain of Snakes, and Dark Star Safari. He lives in Hawaii and on Cape Cod. Review "The fierce rivalry between two siblings comes laden with jealousy, betrayal and an almost mythic lust for vengeance...Theroux is at his masterly best." -- The New York Times Book Review"[A] deeply unsettling tale of the sibling rivalry from hell....Long known for creating complex, deeply troubled characters, Theroux strikes again here." -- Booklist"Theroux (The Mosquito Coast) cranks the nastiness to 11 in this powerful tale of a decades-long sibling rivalry....Theroux plays skillfully on reader sympathies until the bitter end, showing how a mans beliefs can make him turn to violence. The result is searing and memorable." -- Publishers Weekly"Theroux draws on his travel writing prowess to follow his protagonist from the Mexican border to the chill of Alaska, from Central Africa to Colombia, uncovering a devastating threat that culminates in the ultimate plan for murder....a chilling psychological novel." -- Honolulu Magazine"Theroux has some powerful twists in his hat, and the language and compelling prose with which to offer them into the spotlight." -- New York Journal of Books"Therouxs work is like no one elses." -- Francine Prose, New York Times Book Review"This novel is one for the ages." -- Bookreporter.com Details ISBN0063374447 Author Paul Theroux Pages 352 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780063374447 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-01-23 Imprint Collins Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY 813.54 Audience General US Release Date 2024-01-23 Imprint US Mariner Books Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:157990954;

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