Leviathan

A Matthew Corbett Novel, Book 10

By: Robert McCammon

Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini

It is August of 1704, and Matthew Corbett and his companions have narrowly escaped the island of Golgotha and are recuperating in the town of Alghero on the northwestern coast of Sardinia, currently under Spanish rule. Hudson Greathouse is at his limits, both mentally and physically, after their harrowing ordeal.

Their respite is short-lived when the Spanish authorities learn of their abandoned quest for Brazio Valeriani and the mirror created by his father, Ciro. This mirror is rumored to have the power to summon demons from the underworld, and the Spanish authorities are eager to possess it. Consequently, a professional witch-hunter and soldiers are assigned to accompany Matthew, Hudson, Professor Fell, and Cardinal Black as they resume their quest.

Their only lead on Brazio's whereabouts takes them to Venice. Unbeknownst to them, members of an established crime family also seek the mirror for their own nefarious purposes, and a betrayal from within Matthew's cohorts puts the family on their trail. The journey presents numerous challenges, including a close encounter with the French-Dutch war, forcing Hudson to confront personal demons from his past and putting the entire group in grave danger.

As they race toward the mirror with multiple competing agendas for its future, Matthew finds help and support from unexpected places. The quest will push him to his limit once again, cause him to question his own beliefs about what is real and what is fantasy, and ultimately what his future holds.

Leviathan is the final installment in best-selling author Robert McCammon's acclaimed series of historical thrillers featuring Matthew Corbett, a brave and resourceful "problem-solver." Matthew aims to solve the mystery of the mirror once and for all and end his entanglement with Professor Fell, so he can return to New York to start his life with Berry Grigsby. However, this ultimate test of his wits, cunning, and ingenuity might prove to be more than even Matthew Corbett can handle.

©2024 Robert McCammon (P)2024 Audible, Inc.

As always good story telling

Really? You can’t do this to us. This can’t be. How the who the. Ugh

Epic

An epic saga. Highly recommended. Has been a great journey and a satisfying conclusion.

SO GREAT!!!

The Matthew Corbett Series has been one of my favorites for years now. I feel that this group of works has been McCammon best. I also think this is Ballerini's best work as well.

I totally recommend all of the novels, and (spoiler alert) - if this is last one of the 1700's setting of the series I will miss it, but interested to see where it goes based on the ending. Most times, all good things must come to an end.

the end?

I'm sorry to hear the end of the Matthew Corbett series. from the beginning I was intrigued by the characters and the time period. I didn't think this was the best book but it did wrap up the whole saga. Hopefully the last chapter is a glimpse of the new Matthew Corbett series based in the future. I will listen to the whole series again. enjoy

It's the same narrator for all 10 books in this series and he is superb.

This was a great ending to the series. I've never read more books featuring a single character than I have with Mathew Corbett, and I'd keep going if there was more! well done, Robert McCammon!! And you too Edoardo Ballerini supurb narrationi!!

Wrap up of epic series!

pros: 1. fast paced story for most of the book. 2. Good wrap-up of Professor Fell, Hudson Greathouse and Matthew Corbet arc. 3. Good narrator. He read the story well but didn't insert himself with silly voices and kept interest in the story.
cons: 1. anti climatic ending. No spoilers. i just thought in my opinion the ending didn't match the buildup. 2. Story slowed down at the end and it felt like the author was adding filler.

Overall a good solid story to end the series and a nod to reincarnation without being heavy handed. If like me you're interested in the subject then this work of fiction threw a little bone. If you think it's ridiculous then nothing here is ruined for you. i gave it a 5 star overall for the characters and the (for the most part) optimistic ending.

Truly a 10 course meal

Served to perfection. I highly recommend this series and the narrator will become your favorite of all time. I looked for books narrated by Edoardo Ballerini while I would wait for the next in the series. Five stars for all.

Satisfying ending!

A wonderful end to a totally delightful series. I will surely miss Matthew Corbett, Hudson Greathouse and Barry Grisby. Thank you Mr. McCammon for transporting me in time and for a wonderful story!

Beautiful ending to a great series

Wrapped up everything just right. A very long saga without a moment of boredom. Thanks for this creation

Amazing Series

This may be my favorite series of all time. This was a great conclusion to a great story. the character development over the course of the series is the work of a master. I highly recommend