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Robert McCammon

    17 juillet 1952

    Robert McCammon est un auteur réputé pour sa maîtrise du genre horrifique, qui a élargi son champ d'action littéraire pour englober la fiction historique. Sa maîtrise stylistique et sa capacité à entraîner les lecteurs dans les profondeurs de la psyché humaine, ainsi que dans le passé, sont au cœur de son œuvre. McCammon explore des relations complexes et des dilemmes moraux, se plongeant souvent dans les aspects les plus sombres de la nature humaine. Son écriture se caractérise par un langage riche et une atmosphère immersive qui laisse une impression durable.

    Robert McCammon
    Cardinal Black
    Swan Song
    Five
    Freedom of the Mask
    L'heure du loup
    Le mystère du lac
    • Le mystère du lac

      • 535pages
      • 19 heures de lecture

      Ce que le petit Cory a vu ce matin froid de printemps, au fin fond de l'Alabama, jamais il ne pourra l'oublier : une voiture folle, surgie de nulle part, s'enfonçant dans les profondeurs du lac, un inconnu attaché au volant par des menottes. Il luttera de toutes ses forces d'enfant pour découvrir la vérité et conjurer les puissances démoniaques que le mystère du lac a libérées. Une étrange prêtresse noire, centenaire, tentera de le guider... À la lisière du fantastique et du merveilleux, dans le décor mythique du Sud profond. Le Mystère du lac évoque, au long d'un périlleux parcours initiatique, les sortilèges d'un pays à jamais disparu : celui de l'enfance. Ce récit magnifiquement conté réunit les sensibilités de Mark Twain, Flannery O'Connor et Steven Spielberg. Le talent de McCammon est de savoir fondre intimement surnaturel et monde réel. Newsday.

      Le mystère du lac
      4,5
    • « Prodigieux feuilleton foisonnant, bourré jusqu'à la gueule de péripéties, de rebondissements et d'action, qui mêle horreur, espionnage et aventure façon Indiana Jones ou Comte Zaroff. » Le Monde Michael Gallatin est un as de l'espionnage, un séducteur, mais surtout un loup-garou. Capable de se transformer à la vitesse de l'éclair, de tuer silencieusement et avec une incroyable férocité, il a déjà donné un aperçu de ses talents en Afrique contre Rommel. Il doit maintenant s'acquitter de la plus dangereuse et de la plus délicate des missions : découvrir qui se cache derrière l'opération « Poing d Acier », le mieux gardé des plans secrets nazis. En renouvelant la figure du loup-garou, Robert McCammon crée un héros fascinant dans une intrigue captivante.

      L'heure du loup
      4,3
    • Freedom of the Mask

      • 442pages
      • 16 heures de lecture

      Matthew embarks on a thrilling new adventure that promises to captivate fans of the series. As he navigates through challenges and excitement, readers will be eager to uncover the twists and turns of his journey. The engaging narrative and fast-paced plot make this installment a must-read for those following Matthew's story.

      Freedom of the Mask
      4,6
    • Five

      • 610pages
      • 22 heures de lecture

      Set against the backdrop of the music industry, this novel follows a struggling rock band as they navigate the challenges of fame and creativity. The characters face personal and professional obstacles, highlighting their resilience and passion for music. McCammon explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the harsh realities of the entertainment world, making for a poignant and engaging read.

      Five
      5,0
    • Swan Song

      • 928pages
      • 33 heures de lecture

      In a wasteland born of rage and fear, populated by monstrous creatures and marauding armies, Earth’s last survivors have been drawn into a final battle between good and evil that will decide the fate of humanity. There’s Sister, who discovers a strange and transformative glass artifact in the destroyed Manhattan streets…Joshua Hutchins, the pro wrestler who takes refuge from the nuclear fallout at a Nebraska gas station… and Swan, a young girl possessing special powers, who travels alongside Josh to a Missouri town where healing and recovery can begin with her gifts. But the ancient force behind earth’s devastation is scouring the walking wounded for recruits for its relentless army… beginning with Swan herself.

      Swan Song
      4,4
    • Cardinal Black

      • 354pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      Set in December 1703, the story follows Berry Grigsby as she struggles with the effects of Professor Fell's involuntary drug experiments, which are causing her mental decline. To rescue her, a stolen potion book is essential, but it lies in the hands of a mysterious antagonist known as Cardinal Black, who orchestrated an attack on her village. The narrative weaves together themes of desperation, the quest for knowledge, and the fight against a hidden enemy.

      Cardinal Black
      4,3
    • The River of Souls

      • 216pages
      • 8 heures de lecture

      Set in the Carolina colony, the story follows professional problem-solver Matthew Corbett and his companion Magnus Muldoon as they navigate a tense situation involving three escaped enslaved individuals. One of them faces accusations of murdering the daughter of a plantation owner, adding layers of complexity to their flight. The narrative explores themes of justice, friendship, and the moral dilemmas of the time, as Corbett seeks to uncover the truth amidst societal tensions.

      The River of Souls
      4,3
    • Walter Johnson Had No Idea

      A Life with Baseball

      • 240pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      Set against the backdrop of Southern Indiana in 1924, a dirt farmer names his son after a future Hall of Fame baseball player, igniting a deep-rooted family legacy intertwined with the sport. This passion for baseball spans five generations, starting with the Washington Senators and evolving with the team's move to Minnesota in 1961. The narrative explores how this choice shaped the family's identity and their enduring allegiance to the game, illustrating the profound impact of sports on familial bonds and traditions.

      Walter Johnson Had No Idea
      4,0
    • The Providence Rider

      • 346pages
      • 13 heures de lecture

      Set against the backdrop of winter 1703 in Manhattan, the story follows Matthew Corbett as he faces a series of explosive incidents aimed at drawing him in. The source of this turmoil is the mysterious Professor Fell, a figure from Matthew's past, who seeks his help with a pressing issue. As the plot unfolds, the tension between past connections and present dangers escalates, compelling Matthew to confront both his history and the challenges that lie ahead.

      The Providence Rider
      4,3
    • Seven Shades of Evil

      • 424pages
      • 15 heures de lecture

      The ninth volume in Robert McCammon's historical thriller series follows Matthew Corbett and his friends through a variety of captivating adventures. This installment delves into their experiences over the years, showcasing the challenges they face and the evolution of their characters amidst a backdrop of intrigue and suspense.

      Seven Shades of Evil
      4,2