An enormous statue by a famous modern artist is stolen from
Nesselrode Plaza at it’s dedication ceremony. It couldn’t be
done, but Riley Wolfe did it. It was a great accomplishment, but now
he’s bored. He wants to do something to top his achievement, but it
has to be grand, something to enlarge his already prodigious
reputation.
Riley settles on
stealing one of the Crown Jewels from the Persian Empire. It would be a
lunatic idea to steal it in Iran, but they’re coming to New York
City where they will be displayed in a private museum protected by
the latest electronic devices, the Black Team, and heavily armed
Iranian guards. It’s impossible, but that’s what attracts Riley.
The story follows
Riley’s careful planning and the execution of his scheme. I enjoyed
the irreverent way Riley talks about his mark. However, it does leave
you with a myriad questions about his moral development. He loves
stealing from the fabulously wealthy, but just because people are in
the .1 percent doesn’t make them less human beings.
The book is a great
thriller, fast paced and cleverly written. The story is told from
several points of view, although Riley’s predominates. His sections
are in first person, the others in third person. I thoroughly enjoyed
the book. This is apparently the start of a new series. I’m looking
forward to future books.
I received this book
from Dutton for this review.
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