The Escape Artist

Painting a picture of intrigue

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– Harlan Coben

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"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..."

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

– David Baldacci
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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.

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The Escape Artist
The Escape Artist

Painting a picture of intrigue

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The House of Secrets
The House of Secrets

Learn what George Washington secretly gave to Benedict Arnold. 

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The President’s Shadow
The President’s Shadow

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

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The Fifth Assassin
The Fifth Assassin

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

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The Inner Circle
The Inner Circle

The greatest hidden tradition of the Presidency. 

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The Book of Lies
The Book of Lies

The true story behind the creation of Superman.

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The Book of Fate
The Book of Fate

One word: Freemasons.

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The Zero Game
The Zero Game

See the secret labyrinth below the US Capitol. 

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The Millionaires

Go into the secret tunnels below Disney World.

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The First Counsel
The First Counsel

See the hidden tunnel below the White House.

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Dead Even
Dead Even

Read this book. Learn about Brad's marriage.

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The Tenth Justice
The Tenth Justice

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

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The Lincoln Conspiracy

“Amazing American history, secret societies, incredible research, and a shocking conspiracy.”

– James L. Swanson

“Every page is mesmerizing and eye-opening. A must-read!”

– Douglas Brinkley

"Think you know everything about Abraham Lincoln? Well, think again. Fantastic.”

– Les Standiford

“Abraham Lincoln. Secret Societies. A deadly plot. And it all really happened! This book is dynamite.”

– Brian Kilmeade
History Decoded (New Cover)

Decoding history's unsolved mysteries

History. Mysteries. And best of all, the truth. Brad counts down the top 10 conspiracies. Now in paperback!

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

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Brad Meltzer: “The Greatest Risk You'll Ever Take” (Michigan Law Commencement Address 2016)

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Brad talks to George Stephanopoulos about The President’s Shadow.

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