An Inside Job
Art restorer and legendary spy Gabriel Allon must solve the perfect crime in the dazzling new tale of murder, greed, and corruption from #1 New York Times bestselling novelist Daniel Silva.
Sometimes the only way to recover a stolen masterpiece is to steal it back . . .
Gabriel Allon has been awarded a commission to restore one of the most important paintings in Venice. But when he discovers the body of a mysterious woman floating in the waters of the Venetian Lagoon, he finds himself in a desperate race to recover a lost masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci.
The painting, a portrait of a beautiful young girl, has been gathering dust in a storeroom at the Vatican Museums for more than a century, misattributed and hidden beneath a worthless picture by an unknown artist. Because no one knows that the Leonardo is there, no one notices when it disappears one night during a suspicious power outage. No one but the ruthless mobsters and moneymen behind the theft -- and the mysterious woman whom Gabriel found in a watery grave in Venice. A woman without a name. A woman without a face.
The action moves at breakneck speed from the galleries and auction houses of London to an enclave of unimaginable wealth on the French Riviera -- and, finally, to a shocking climax in St. Peter's Square, where the life of a pope hangs in the balance. An elegant and stylish journey through the dark side of the art world and the Vatican's murky finances, An Inside Job proves once again that Daniel Silva is the reigning master of international intrigue and suspense.
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Daniel Silva
Daniel Silva is a name synonymous with gripping political thrillers and international espionage. With a background that merges the worlds of journalism and fiction, Silva’s writing seamlessly blends his sharp understanding of global politics with his knack for creating complex, captivating characters.
Born in Michigan and raised in California, Silva’s early career saw him writing for major publications, but it was the world of espionage fiction that eventually drew him in. His debut novel, The Unlikely Spy, was just the beginning of a series that would redefine the genre. Known for his masterful portrayal of Gabriel Allon, a multifaceted Israeli intelligence officer, Silva's books are as much about the inner workings of intelligence agencies as they are about exploring the human condition. The series continues to resonate with readers, offering an intricate mix of historical context, contemporary relevance, and high-stakes action.
Gabriel Allon
The Gabriel Allon series invites readers into a world where the lines between duty and morality blur, and the stakes are always higher than they first appear. At its heart is Gabriel Allon, an Israeli intelligence officer whose sharp mind and complex personal history make him both an asset and a liability in the world of international espionage. As a master art restorer turned operative, Allon’s expertise in both the restoration of priceless masterpieces and covert operations adds a unique depth to his character, drawing readers into a universe where every mission is an art in itself.
Gabriel Allon consists of twenty-five books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
