![]() "Relic," unlike most thrillers, has no primary hero, but, rather, three or four protagonists. The extended sequence in the dark catacombs under New York's Natural History Museum provides unparalleled suspense. "Relic" grips you right from the beginning, and doesn't let go until the end. But Preston/Child's excellent writing and thorough research facilitate our willing suspension of disbelief, rendering even the most far-fetched plot concepts scientifically plausible. The plot of "Relic" had the potential to flop, since it tells an improbable monster story. ![]() ![]() In my opinion, that test of timelessness indicates a good novel. Even thought "Relic" was published 'way back in 1994, it still delivers plenty of thrills and excitement after all these years. ![]()
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