The Eight by Katherine Neville
The novel is a thrilling blend of historical fiction and contemporary adventure, revolving around a mystical chess set that has been sought after for centuries. The story unfolds across two timelines, one set during the French Revolution and the other in the 1970s, as two women, separated by time, become embroiled in a dangerous quest to find the chess pieces. The chess set, once owned by Charlemagne, is said to hold immense power and knowledge, and as the protagonists delve deeper into its mystery, they must navigate a web of historical figures, cryptic puzzles, and global conspiracies. The narrative weaves together an intricate tapestry of fact and fiction, challenging the characters to unravel the secrets of the past in order to control the game's outcome in their own times.
The 5991st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 600-700
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(1.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 88th on Top 100 Killer Thrillers (NPR)
- Cart's Top 200 Adult Books for Young Adults (Book)