Giveaway: The Lincoln Conspiracy by Timothy O'Brien
Thanks to Amy Bruno of Historical Fiction Virtual Book Tours for making this giveaway possible.
Book Description:
A nation shattered by its president’s murder. Two diaries that reveal the true scope of an American conspiracy. A detective determined to bring the truth to light, no matter what it costs him
From award-winning journalist Timothy L. O’Brien comes a gripping historical thriller that poses a provocative question: What if the plot to assassinate President Lincoln was wider and more sinister than we ever imagined?
In late spring of 1865, as America mourns the death of its leader, Washington, D.C., police detective Temple McFadden makes a startling discovery. Strapped to the body of a dead man at the B&O Railroad station are two diaries, two documents that together reveal the true depth of the Lincoln conspiracy. Securing the diaries will put Temple’s life in jeopardy—and will endanger the fragile peace of a nation still torn by war.
Temple’s quest to bring the conspirators to justice takes him on a perilous journey through the gaslit streets of the Civil War–era capital, into bawdy houses and back alleys where ruthless enemies await him in every shadowed corner. Aided by an underground network of friends—and by his wife, Fiona, a nurse who possesses a formidable arsenal of medicinal potions—Temple must stay one step ahead of Lafayette Baker, head of the Union Army’s spy service. Along the way, he’ll run from or rely on Edwin Stanton, Lincoln’s fearsome secretary of war; the legendary Scottish spymaster Allan Pinkerton; abolitionist Sojourner Truth; the photographer Alexander Gardner; and many others.
Bristling with twists and building to a climax that will leave readers gasping, The Lincoln Conspiracy offers a riveting new account of what truly motivated the assassination of one of America’s most beloved presidents—and who participated in the plot to derail the train of liberty that Lincoln set in motion.
About Timothy O'Brien:
Timothy L. O’Brien is the Executive Editor of The Huffington Post, where he edited the 2012 Pulitzer Prize–winning series about wounded war veterans, “Beyond the Battlefield.” Previously, he was an editor and reporter at The New York Times. There, he helped to lead a team of Times reporters that was a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize in Public Service in 2009 for coverage of the financial crisis. O’Brien, a graduate of Georgetown University, holds three master's degrees -- in US History,Business and Journalism -- all from Columbia University. He lives in Montclair, New Jersey, with his wife and two children.
Timothy O'Brien's Website: www.timothylobrien.com
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I have so many books about the Civil War and Lincoln that you would think I wouldn't want another one--even if it is fiction. I think I'm obssessed. :)
Thanks for the chance to win.
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Cheryl said... October 31, 2012 at 6:09 AM
I'm on the tour myself, but it would be fun to win one copy for a friend! Thanks for the giveaway
Anonymous said... October 31, 2012 at 7:10 AM
I wasn't interested in reading this book until I read your review. Now I would love to reasd it.
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clenna said... October 31, 2012 at 7:58 AM
A fascinating novel. Many thanks. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
traveler said... October 31, 2012 at 8:03 AM
A murderous conspiracy sounds interesting. I'm anxious to read it. Thanks.
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Nancy said... October 31, 2012 at 8:06 AM
The great thing about this book is that it's so frighteningly plausible. I'd love to read it thanks very much for hosting this giveaway.
Carl Scott said... October 31, 2012 at 11:45 AM
This is a book that would really hold my interest. I've always enjoyed reading about that time period.
Carol M said... October 31, 2012 at 3:12 PM
I would love to read this. It is on my wishlist.
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lag123 said... November 1, 2012 at 7:40 PM
Sounds like an interesting book.
bn100 said... November 2, 2012 at 8:44 PM
This was a good book. I am glad I got to read it.
Angela - Bookaunt said... November 5, 2012 at 9:12 AM
I haven't really read much on Lincoln, so I would enjoy reading this historical thriller. Thanks for having the giveaway.
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Anita Yancey said... November 6, 2012 at 3:23 PM
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