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The Malta Exchange: A Novel (Cotton Malone, 14) Hardcover – March 5, 2019

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A deadly race for the Vatican’s oldest secret fuels New York Times bestseller Steve Berry’s next international Cotton Malone thriller: The Malta Exchange.

"Berry is the master scientist with a perfect formula." ―Associated Press

The pope is dead. A conclave to select his replacement is about to begin. Cardinals are beginning to arrive at the Vatican, but one has fled Rome for Malta in search of a document that dates back to the 4th century and Constantine the Great.

Former Justice Department operative, Cotton Malone, is at Lake Como, Italy, on the trail of legendary letters between Winston Churchill and Benito Mussolini that disappeared in 1945 and could re-write history. But someone else seems to be after the same letters and, when Malone obtains then loses them, he’s plunged into a hunt that draws the attention of the legendary Knights of Malta.

The knights have existed for over nine hundred years, the only warrior-monks to survive into modern times. Now they are a global humanitarian organization, but within their ranks lurks trouble ― the Secreti ― an ancient sect intent on affecting the coming papal conclave. With the help of Magellan Billet agent Luke Daniels, Malone races the rogue cardinal, the knights, the Secreti, and the clock to find what has been lost for centuries. The final confrontation culminates behind the walls of the Vatican where the election of the next pope hangs in the balance.

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    Cotton Malone
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“Enthralling . . . Fans of Dan Brown will have fun, and some may even prefer Berry’s action-oriented hero to Brown’s cerebral Robert Langdon.” ― Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

“Berry has the lock on making history zing with breathless suspense and galloping action. Malta and the Vatican are superb settings for this ecclesiastical extravaganza.” ― Library Journal, starred review

“The intrigue is intense . . . . Thriller fans will have their violence fix, but the real fun is in learning about the inner workings of the church, its history dating all the way back to Constantine, and the troubled past of Malta . . . . This one will appeal to Dan Brown fans and anyone else in the mood for a page-turning yarn.” ―Kirkus Reviews

"[Berry] really is very good at the historical-conspiracy thriller; he’s a skilled writer―much more so than Dan Brown, to whom he's often compared―and a more dexterous plotter than many of his contemporaries. Fans of the Malone series will give this one an enthusiastic thumbs-up.” ― Booklist

“Cotton Malone has slowed down just slightly―though he still joins the action when it’s fully engaged―but Berry hasn’t lost a step. This one has all the elements―nothing magical, but much that’s mysterious and secretly held, and plenty that has to be settled by military combat if civilization is to survive.” ― Sullivan County Democrat

“Berry again produces a novel that at once entertains and also raises deep and disturbing questions.” ― Fredericksburg Free Lance-Star

“Steve Berry has mastered the art of page-turning.” ― Booktrib

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Steve Berry is the New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author of the Cotton Malone novels (The Bishop's Pawn, The Malta Exchange), among other books, and several works of short fiction. He has 25 million books in print, translated into 40 languages.

With his wife, Elizabeth, he is the founder of History Matters, which is dedicated to historical preservation. He serves as an emeritus member of the Smithsonian Libraries Advisory Board and was a founding member of International Thriller Writers, formerly serving as its co-president.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Minotaur Books; First Edition (March 5, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 416 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250140269
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250140265
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.46 x 1.28 x 9.6 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Steve Berry is the New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author of seventeen Cotton Malone adventures, five stand-alone thrillers, and several works of short fiction. His books have been translated into 41 languages with over 25,000,000 copies in 52 countries. They consistently appear in the top echelon of The New York Times, USA Today, and Indie bestseller lists. Somewhere in the world, every thirty seconds, a Steve Berry book is sold.

History lies at the heart of every Steve Berry novel. It’s his passion, one he shares with his wife, Elizabeth, which led them to create History Matters, a foundation dedicated to historic preservation. Since 2009 Steve and Elizabeth have crossed the country to save endangered historic treasures, raising money via lectures, receptions, galas, luncheons, dinners, and their popular writers’ workshops. To date, 3,500 students have attended those workshops, with over $1.5 million dollars raised.

Steve’s devotion to historic preservation was recognized by the American Library Association, which named Steve its spokesperson for National Preservation Week. Among his other honors are the Royden B. Davis Distinguished Author Award; the Barnes & Noble Writers for Writers Award given by Poets & Writers; the Anne Frank Human Writes Award; and the Silver Bullet, bestowed by International Thriller Writers for his philanthropic work. He has been chosen both the Florida and Georgia Writer of the Year. He’s also an emeritus member of the Smithsonian Libraries Advisory Board. In 2010, a NPR survey named The Templar Legacy one of the top 100 thrillers ever written.

Steve was born and raised in Georgia, graduating from the Walter F. George School of Law at Mercer University. He was a trial lawyer for 30 years and held elective office for 14 of those years. He is a founding member of International Thriller Writers—a group of nearly 6,000 thriller writers from around the world—and served three years as its co-president.

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The History Covered in Steve Berry Novels is Always Interesting
Cotton Malone is in Italy, on an assignment for the British government. Evidently Winston Churchill had an exchange of letters with Benito Mussolini early in WWII. Those letters, if found, could be very embarrassing to the British. They learn of their possible existence and it is Cotton’s job to find them.At the same time, Cotton’s former employer, the Magellan Billet, a U.S. government entity is working in both Italy and Malta. Agent Luke Daniels is working to find an ancient religious document that is wanted by the Knights of Malta and by certain individuals in the Vatican. There is a rush to find this document, because the pope had just died and there would soon be conclave to select the new pope. The person that had this document could possibly affect who is selected to be the new pope.“The Malta Exchange” is the 2019 release by author Steve Berry. As usual there is no shortage of action and violence. Some believable, most of it not. This reader enjoys Steve Berry books, because of the focus on history. Some of the historical events are real and some are not. This book was more difficult to get through, for this reader, because of trying to keep track of all the players. Some good players later became bad players and bad players became good players. Confusing. Much of “The Malta Exchange” deals with the history of the Catholic Church, both the good, the bad, and the ugly.
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Alan Schrader
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable to the end
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
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If you like travel and history this is a great book to take to the beach or read in your favorite chair.
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RickC750
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read, rooted in history
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2024
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Enjoyed this book. The plot - looking for the long hidden Constantine paper and a papal power play - is very engaging. Some unexpected twists and a truly despicable villain. Great to see Berry’s 3 hero’s working together, kind of the established and the new. The author makes a definite statement on organized religion, which easily becomes the theme for the novel. I found the logic of it all both thought-provoking and illuminating. Berry presents his theme without being preachy, keeping the novel engaging and fun. Definitely recommend this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Steve Berry At His Best
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2019
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I think "The Malta Exchange" is Steve Berry at his best. I tend to disagree with those who feel otherwise. I will say right up front that I'm an avid Steve Berry reader and always eagerly await his next novel; I've read them all. I love historical fiction, and whereas, I can't place Berry's works in that category, I do enjoy the addition of those little known historical facts woven into his storylines. This is what I enjoyed most about "The Malta Exchange." I learned a lot about a period I otherwise would not have studied. Having read Berry for so long, I tend to know now what is pure fiction and what isn't. When I read his windup at the end, I'm usually not surprised anymore at what turns out to be fiction. And after all these years, I still am amazed at how artistically creative he is in his writing to be able to weave real historical facts into the storytelling the way he does.

I've always loved the character of Cotton Malone, even if at times, he seems too good to be true. Berry has developed him well and is consistent from novel to novel. Recently, he's introduced Luke Daniels, and I admit to having trouble finding the same love for him, but that fact does not take away from how engaging I found this book. Yes, it's fiction...and at times...some situations that he manages to get out of may feel like a stretch...but that can apply to so many works nowadays that we find entertaining. After all, Malone is the main character. Do we really want him to be killed off? Nay!

I found it hard to put this novel down and read it at night before going to bed in just a few days. I recommend it as one of, if not the best, of Berry's works.
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Joseph D.
5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive as usual
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2019
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I have read all of Mr. Berry's books. The only negative is that I cannot put one down once I receive it. It was interesting to read a few of the other reviews. Whether liked or not, the Council of Nicea may have been needed to create an institution that stabilized the Mediterranean and Europe. Like it or not, the Catholic Church in the spread of the religion tortured and murdered unknown numbers of individuals in the name of the One Religion. To this day, the Church maintains records in secret which holds truths that the world should know about. In addition, the Church does not punish pedofiles in a manner that they would be punished if outside the protection of the Church.

Has the Church been positive for humanity? - yes. Has it participated in atrocities? - yes. Has it been tolerant of other thoughts of an approach to God & religion? - No. Was it built to contol the masses? - yes - similar to other religions and cults. Is there a long history of Pope's exercising their position for their own power and benefit - yes

So looking at Mr. Berry's story, if a person is open minded, it appears not only to be a fair rendition of what has occurred over the centuries "In the name of God - the only true path to salvation". It makes sense the act of burning an important document that would shed negative light on the Church has occurred over the centuries.

So once again - kudos to Steve Berry for providing us a great story with tremendous intrigue and a solid historical base.

Keep it up! Thank you!
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Madge55
3.0 out of 5 stars Ok, but not Berry’s best
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2019
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I have read all of Steve Berry’s Cotton Malone books and have enjoyed them all. I will continue to read them. That being said, this one was a bit of a disappointment. The story was confusing and often it was not clear which character was speaking. Mr. Berry tossed in so many Latin phrases, secret Vatican officers, and Malta Knights jargon that I stopped paying attention - I thought there was no way that all this obscure info could affect the plot and the outcome. And I was right. There was a lot of other distracting filler as well, particularly anecdotes about Luke’s boyhood in Tennessee. After a while I just skimmed until I noticed something that might move the story along. But the story itself is interesting.... if only Mr. Berry’s editor had done a better job. On another topic, many of the negative reviews of this book take issue with the book (and Mr. Berry’s) treatment of Christianity and Catholicism. Please do not let those comments deter you from reading the book. First of all, none of the factual assertions in the book are new. The controversy over what actually happened at the Council of Nicaea has been around for decades, if not longer. Secondly, the issues raised by the novel are all valid questions which reasonable people should be able to read about without getting angry. I was raised as a Catholic and none of the conclusions reached in the book have affected my views of God or religion. If these negative reviewers believe that readers are going to be swayed by the questions raised by the book, they underestimate their followers. If a devout Christian is unable to withstand a healthy discussion about disputed history, maybe this book and those like it aren’t the real problem.
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Claudio Delgadillo
4.0 out of 5 stars Cotton Malone is back in action!
Reviewed in Mexico on June 8, 2021
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I have never been to Malta, but the description of sites and the historical background makes one feel compelled to visit the island. A broader commentary on the role of popes in ww II affairs would have been appropriate.
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Lindy-loo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book …….
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 26, 2023
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Layton K. Matchettt
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent author and compelling characters
Reviewed in Canada on November 7, 2020
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A great read from front to back.
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Mab
5.0 out of 5 stars Novela trepidante con un fondo histórico q nos recuerda a las películas de la WW 2
Reviewed in Spain on August 26, 2021
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Una vez más, esta entrega de la saga de Cotón Malone no decepciona. Una buena lectura de verano.
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5.0 out of 5 stars bien
Reviewed in France on August 15, 2020
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