The Last Kingdom
- Authors: Steve Berry
- Series: Book 17 in the Cotton Malone series
- Genres: Thriller
- Rank:Top 1000 in Best Mystery Action & Adventure on AmazonTop 1000 in Best Historical Thrillers Books on Amazon
- Rating: 4.5 based on 4,722 reviews
- Release Date: February 21, 2023
- Print length: 464 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
From celebrated New York Times bestselling author, Steve Berry, comes the latest Cotton Malone adventure, in which the discovery of a lost historical document challenges the global might of the United States.
King Ludwig II of Bavaria was a mysterious and eccentric figure who was removed from power in 1886, only to drown under mysterious circumstances three days later. Legend has it that in the years leading up to his death, Ludwig sought to establish a new kingdom separate from Bavaria, a place where he could rule according to his own desires. The question that lingers is whether he was able to achieve this goal.
Into this intriguing story steps Cotton Malone. With the help of his apprentice Luke Daniels, Malone delves into a group seeking Bavarian independence from Germany. Daniels also gains the trust of the Bavarian prince, who is eager to overthrow his brother and claim the throne for himself. At the center of it all is a 19th century document that proves Ludwig's quest for a new kingdom was successful, sparking a fierce competition between Germany, China, and the United States for control of the valuable lands.
As Malone and Daniels race through Ludwig's enchanting castles - Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, and Herrenchiemsee - they face a growing number of dangerous foes, all determined to uncover the secrets of the lost kingdom.
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