Brad Meltzer

Don’t turn your back on The Viper.

"The Viper is a pulse pounding adventure that takes you on a journey into the darkest recesses of the human heart."

– S.A. Cosby, New York Times bestselling author of All the Sinners Bleed and King of Ashes

A twisty, twisted puzzle box of a book. Once you lock in with this mystery, all you can do is try to keep up with Metlzer's deeply smart, fabulously flawed characters until the very last reveal."

– Leigh Bardugo

“Brad Meltzer returns with The Viper, a taut and twist-filled thriller that hits with precision and power on every page! Expertly crafted and charged with tension, Meltzer delivers exactly what readers crave: a killer story from a true master of the craft. Add The Viper to the top of your reading list!”

– Jack Carr, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Red Sky Mourning

"A thrilling adventure, full of twists and turns

– Alex Michaelides, New York Times bestselling author of The Silent Patient

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The JFK Conspiracy

"The JFK Conspiracy masterfully mingles hidden history with nail-biting police detective verve. This page-turner is a fine contribution to the ever-growing field of Kennedy studies and deserves wide readership. Highly recommended!"

– Douglas Brinkley

“This brisk and vivid history of a 1960 assassination plot has the instincts of a thriller.

– Kirkus Reviews

"American history at its finest. [You] will love this book."

– Douglas Preston

"This is a riveting subplot in the middle of the greatest cataclysm in human history. It's told with confidence and mastery and is what we all crave - a page-turner!"

– Ken Burns, on The Nazi Conspiracy

"A brilliant combination of edge-of-your-seat history and superb storytelling."

– James L. Swanson, on The Lincoln Conspiracy

"An absolute home run!"

– Brad Thor, on The Nazi Conspiracy

"A true mystery story that very few Americans know, written with a voice that beckons to be heard."

– Joseph J. Ellis

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CHASE TRUTH

Washington’s Best-Kept Secrets Revealed

Brad’s meticulous research and interviews with top-level government sources — including U.S. Presidents — fill each page with authenticity and make his characters come alive.

BROWSE THRILLERS

The Viper

Don’t turn your back on The Viper.

The Lightning Rod

Lightning strikes now!

The Escape Artist

Painting a picture of intrigue

The House of Secrets

Learn what George Washington secretly gave to Benedict Arnold.

The President’s Shadow

Explore the secret island that held Abraham Lincoln's killers.

The Fifth Assassin

Four men have successfully killed a President. See what they have in common.

The Inner Circle

The greatest hidden tradition of the Presidency.

The Book of Lies

The true story behind the creation of Superman.

The Book of Fate

One word: Freemasons.

The Zero Game

See the secret labyrinth below the US Capitol.

The Millionaires

Go into the secret tunnels below Disney World.

The First Counsel

See the hidden tunnel below the White House.

Dead Even

Read this book. Learn about Brad's marriage.

The Tenth Justice

You'll never look at the Supreme Court the same way again.

Build a library of real heroes for your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews with Brad’s award-winning children’s book series.

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"Meltzer is a master and this is his best. Not since The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo have you seen a character like this."

— Harlan Coben

"One of the most memorable characters I've read in years. Look out—Nola’s coming. This is Meltzer in peak form."

— Lisa Scottoline

"The Escape Artist is a slingshot of a novel ...[A] high stakes, high tension thriller that never lets you catch your breath."

— Michael Connelly

"Brad Meltzer has done it again! if you love twists, and tons of amazing characters, treat yourself to this gripping tale..."

— Brad Thor

"This novel is like a launched torpedo... Enjoy one of the best thriller rides ever."

— David Baldacci

Painting a picture of intrigue

Join the Escape — March 6, 2018

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“If you really want to shock the world, unleash your kindness."

— Brad Meltzer

The book of inspiration based on Brad’s viral commencement address. Make Magic!

The little book of hope for anyone who has ever wished for more — March 4, 2025

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Chase Inspiration

“There's nothing more intimate in life than simply being understood. And understanding someone else.”

BROWSE VIDEOS

Brad's (second) TED Talk. See what he tells his kids when he tucks them in at night.

Brad’s incredible commencement address at Michigan Law School: The Greatest Risk You’ll Ever Take. Watch this and learn his greatest fears.

Thriller

The Viper

Don’t turn your back on The Viper.

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“Every life makes history. Every life is a story.” Brad Meltzer

Don’t turn your back on The Viper.

"The Viper is a pulse pounding adventure that takes you on a journey into the darkest recesses of the human heart."

A twisty, twisted puzzle box of a book. Once you lock in with this mystery, all you can do is try to keep up with Metlzer's deeply smart, fabulously flawed characters until the very last reveal."

"A thrilling adventure, full of twists and turns

The JFK Conspiracy

"The JFK Conspiracy masterfully mingles hidden history with nail-biting police detective verve. This page-turner is a fine contribution to the ever-growing field of Kennedy studies and deserves wide readership. Highly recommended!"

“This brisk and vivid history of a 1960 assassination plot has the instincts of a thriller.

"American history at its finest. [You] will love this book."

"This is a riveting subplot in the middle of the greatest cataclysm in human history. It's told with confidence and mastery and is what we all crave - a page-turner!"

"A brilliant combination of edge-of-your-seat history and superb storytelling."

"An absolute home run!"

"A true mystery story that very few Americans know, written with a voice that beckons to be heard."

CHASE TRUTH

Washington’s Best-Kept Secrets Revealed

Chase Big Dreams

Build a library of real heroes for your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews with Brad’s award-winning children’s book series.

On Sale Now

"Meltzer is a master and this is his best. Not since The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo have you seen a character like this."

"One of the most memorable characters I've read in years. Look out—Nola’s coming. This is Meltzer in peak form."

"The Escape Artist is a slingshot of a novel ...[A] high stakes, high tension thriller that never lets you catch your breath."

"Brad Meltzer has done it again! if you love twists, and tons of amazing characters, treat yourself to this gripping tale..."

"This novel is like a launched torpedo... Enjoy one of the best thriller rides ever."

Join the Escape — March 6, 2018

“If you really want to shock the world, unleash your kindness."

The little book of hope for anyone who has ever wished for more — March 4, 2025

Chase Inspiration

“There's nothing more intimate in life than simply being understood. And understanding someone else.”

Brad's (second) TED Talk. See what he tells his kids when he tucks them in at night.

Brad’s incredible commencement address at Michigan Law School: The Greatest Risk You’ll Ever Take. Watch this and learn his greatest fears.

Thriller

The Viper

Don’t turn your back on The Viper.

"The Viper is a pulse pounding adventure that takes you on a journey into the darkest recesses of the human heart."

A twisty, twisted puzzle box of a book. Once you lock in with this mystery, all you can do is try to keep up with Metlzer's deeply smart, fabulously flawed characters until the very last reveal."

"A thrilling adventure, full of twists and turns

The JFK Conspiracy

"The JFK Conspiracy masterfully mingles hidden history with nail-biting police detective verve. This page-turner is a fine contribution to the ever-growing field of Kennedy studies and deserves wide readership. Highly recommended!"

“This brisk and vivid history of a 1960 assassination plot has the instincts of a thriller.

"American history at its finest. [You] will love this book."

"This is a riveting subplot in the middle of the greatest cataclysm in human history. It's told with confidence and mastery and is what we all crave - a page-turner!"

"A brilliant combination of edge-of-your-seat history and superb storytelling."

"An absolute home run!"

"A true mystery story that very few Americans know, written with a voice that beckons to be heard."

CHASE TRUTH

Washington’s Best-Kept Secrets Revealed

Chase Big Dreams

Build a library of real heroes for your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews with Brad’s award-winning children’s book series.

On Sale Now

Sign up to receive news about who the next hero is in the “I Am...” kids book series.

"Meltzer is a master and this is his best. Not since The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo have you seen a character like this."

"One of the most memorable characters I've read in years. Look out—Nola’s coming. This is Meltzer in peak form."

"The Escape Artist is a slingshot of a novel ...[A] high stakes, high tension thriller that never lets you catch your breath."

"Brad Meltzer has done it again! if you love twists, and tons of amazing characters, treat yourself to this gripping tale..."

"This novel is like a launched torpedo... Enjoy one of the best thriller rides ever."

Join the Escape — March 6, 2018

Brad hides a secret inside every thriller. Sign up now to get the exclusive inside info.

“If you really want to shock the world, unleash your kindness."

The little book of hope for anyone who has ever wished for more — March 4, 2025

Chase Inspiration

“There's nothing more intimate in life than simply being understood. And understanding someone else.”

Brad's (second) TED Talk. See what he tells his kids when he tucks them in at night.

Brad’s incredible commencement address at Michigan Law School: The Greatest Risk You’ll Ever Take. Watch this and learn his greatest fears.

Thriller

The Viper

“Ordinary People Can Change the World”