Sunday, June 6, 2010

THE LION: PREVIEW AND GIVEAWAY

GIVEAWAY ENDED
THE LION

BY NELSON DeMILLE

ABOUT THE BOOK:

In this eagerly awaited follow-up to The Lion's Game, John Corey, former NYPD Homicide detective and special agent for the Anti-Terrorist Task Force, is back. And, unfortunately for Corey, so is Asad Khalil, the notorious Libyan terrorist otherwise known as "The Lion." Last we heard from him, Khali had claimed to be defecting to the US only to unleash the most horrific reign of terrorism ever to occur on American soil. While Corey and his partner, FBI agent Kate Mayfield, chased him across the country, Khalil methodically eliminated his victims one by one and then disappeared without a trace.

Now, years later, Khalil has returned to America to make good on his threats and take care of unfinished business. "The Lion" is a killing machine once again loose in America with a mission of revenge, and John Corey will stop at nothing to achieve his own goal -- to find and kill Khahil.


ABOUT THE AUTHOR:


Nelson Richard DeMille was born in New York City on August 23, 1943 to Huron and Antonia (Panzera) DeMille. He moved as a child with his family to Long Island. In high school, he played football and ran track.

DeMille spent three years at Hofstra University, then joined the Army and attended Officer Candidate School. He was a First Lieutenant in the United States Army (1966-69) and saw action as an infantry platoon leader with the First Cavalry Division in Vietnam. He was decorated with the Air Medal, Bronze Star, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry.

DeMille returned to the States and went back to Hofstra University where he received his degree in Political Science and History. He has three children, Lauren, Alexander, and James, and still lives on Long Island.

DeMille's earlier books were NYPD detective novels. His first major novel was By the Rivers of Babylon, published in 1978 and still in print, as are all his succeeding novels. He is a member of The Authors Guild, the Mystery Writers of America, and American Mensa. He holds three honorary doctorates: Doctor of Humane Letters from Hofstra University, Doctor of Literature from Long Island University, and Doctor of Humane Letters from Dowling College.

Nelson DeMille is the author of By the Rivers of Babylon, Cathedral, The Talbot Odyssey, Word of Honor, The Charm School, The Gold Coast, The General's Daughter, Spencerville, Plum Island, The Lion's Game, Up Country, Night Fall, and Wild Fire. He also co-authored Mayday with Thomas Block and has contributed short stories, book reviews, and articles to magazines and newspapers. His newest book, THE GATE HOUSE, is the much-awaited follow-up to his beloved novel The Gold Coast and will be released in October 2008.

GIVEAWAY

THANKS TO HENRY AND THE GOOD FOLKS
AT THE HACHETTE BOOK GROUP,
I HAVE FIVE COPIES OF THIS GREATLY
ANTICIPATED BOOK TO GIVEAWAY!

THE RULES:

--U.S. AND CANADIAN RESIDENTS ONLY
--NO P. O. BOXES, PLEASE
--INCLUDE EMAIL ADDRESS IN COMMENT
--ALL ENTRIES/COMMENTS MUST BE
SEPARATE IN ORDER TO COUNT
AS MORE THAN ONE ENTRY



HOW TO ENTER

+1 ENTRY: COMMENT ON SOMETHING YOU FOUND INTERESTING IN THE INFORMATION AND/OR REVIEW ABOVE THAT MAKES YOU THINK YOU'D LIKE TO READ THIS BOOK

+1 MORE ENTRY: COMMENT ON ANY OF THE OTHER BOOKS THAT NELSON DeMILLE HAS WRITTEN THAT YOU HAVE READ OR WOULD LIKE TO READ BY GOING TO HIS SITE HERE.

+1 MORE ENTRY: BLOG OR TWEET ABOUT THIS GIVEAWAY AND THEN COME BACK AND LEAVE A LINK

GIVEAWAY ENDS AT
6 PM, EST, JUNE 28

GOOD LUCK!

102 comments:

Pamela Keener said...

I am a huge fan of Nelson DeMille's and I really hope we defeat The Lion this time around. He is truly ruthless. This is also an author my BF likes too.
Love & Hugs,
Pam
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Pamela Keener said...

My first taste of fiction ala Nelson was "The Charm School" I love it even though it had a creepy scenario.
Love & Hugs,
Pam
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traveler said...

I have read By The Rivers of Babylon and enjoyed it greatly. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com

traveler said...

This book sounds timely and would be riveting reading. Thanks. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com

holdenj said...

As I mentioned, I haven't read any DeMille yet, but maybe should begin with the Lion's Game.
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holdenj said...

I really like suspense type books and I haven't read any of his before, sounds really good.
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misskallie2000 said...

I found out we were born the same yr. lol
The fact that he interrupted his education to join the service then once out of service he went back and completed his education. I think that was really awesome.

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misskallie2000 said...

I just picked up Plum Island at old book sale and have on my tbr stack. I would love to Read The Lion and The Lion's Game and have added them to my wish list. Thanks for this opportunity to enter.


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Unknown said...

The chase and history would make this an interesting read. Pleaes enter me.

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Unknown said...

I would start with The Lion's Game to get the history before reading this one. Thanks!

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Jane said...

I love Nelson's books and have read several of his John Corey books.

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Jane said...

I've read "The General's Daughter," "The Gate House," "The Lion's Game" and "Plum Island."

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Reading said...

I read the Gate House and loved it.

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Reading said...

Please count me in. Thanks for the chance.
I did not know that DeMille served in Nam.

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Linda Kish said...

I read and enjoyed The Gate House and The General's Daughter.

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Linda Kish said...

This sounds like a good continuation of the Lion's Game.

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Unknown said...

I have not read the first book yet. But this books sounds very interesting with alot of action in it. Please enter me in contest. Tore923@aol.com

Glenn said...

That he's an American Mensa member. Thanks for the giveaway.

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Bingo said...

And I bet you are a MENSA as well, Glenn. Am I right? I am as well and didn't even pick up on it!

Unknown said...

I have read many of Nelson DeMille's books and have enjoyed most of them. I was unaware of the honorary doctorates he holds and of the medals he was awarded while in the Army. He is a very accomplished man. And, having grown up on Long Island on the north shore, I have always loved the Mr. DeMille lives on Long Island!

Thank you for this terrific giveaway!

~ Amy
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Unknown said...

I haven't read Nelson DeMille's very early works such as Rivers of Babylon and Mayday and would like to read them. When an author has such an extensive collection of books he's written, I always enjoy reading the early ones to see how the author's writing has changed nd progressed.

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skkorman said...

DeMille's Plum Island is one of my favorite books—I recommend it to everyone.

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skkorman said...

DeMille served in the army and was awarded the Air Medal, the Bronze Star, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry.

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brokenteepee said...

I have read or have in my TBR pile all of Nelson DeMille's books.
thank you
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brokenteepee said...

I have Lion's Gate sitting in my TBR pile. I love Nelson DeMille's books.
thank you
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enyl said...

I was delighted to learn that Mr.DeMille is a member of Mensa.
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enyl said...

Tweeted,
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enyl said...

I would like to read The Charm School, Cahtedral, and The Talbot Odyssey.
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Unknown said...

I love any Nelson Demille books. In fact, my first Demille book was Plum Island which introduced me the John Corey we have come to know and love!

Unknown said...

I find it interesting that The Lion has returned after all these years and hope to find out why it's taking him so long to return and what his plans are.

Nickolay said...

I found it interesting that Nelson was a First Lieutenant in the United States Army

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Nickolay said...

Tweeted

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Nickolay said...

I would also like to read Night Fall

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Cindy W. said...

I visited Mr. DeMille's website and I would also love to read THE GATE HOUSE.

Smiles & Blessings,
Cindy W.

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Cindy W. said...

I haven't read The Lion's Game yet but would love to read it and then this sequel, The Lion.

Smiles & Blessings,
Cindy W.

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Sunnymay said...

The lion roaring on the cover looks dramatic and there are Special Agents roaming around in the book. It makes me want to flip through the pages.

bison61 said...

methodically eliminated his victims one by one and then disappeared without a trace. Wow that sounds so good!

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Unknown said...

I am a follower and would like to read The Lion's Game.
Then, I will go straight to
The Lion.

Eileen
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Marianna said...

I love reading crime novels and this sounds like a good one with a unique twist. Thanks for the chance.
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spynaert said...

I love FBI stories
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Kristin said...

The only Nelson DeMille book I have read so far is The General's Daughter. I have Plum Island on my bookshelf and would like to read all of his books.

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Kristin said...

I like how Nelson DeMille set's a lot of his books on Long Island - both my husband and I grew up there and I love reading about places that are familiar.

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Sheri, RN said...

I have a Criminal Justice B.S. which makes this book really interesting to me - going after a criminal and investigating.

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MarionG said...

I read The Gatehouse a couple of months ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. I am a huge fan of cop and FBI books and the idea of them chasing after a terrorist sounds like a good read.
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MarionG said...

Besides The Gatehouse, I've also read The General's Daughter which was a good read. I would recommend it. I believe there was a movie done on it with John Travolta.
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409cope said...

I have read a few of his books and I really enjoyed The Gate House.cardshark42(at)hotmail(dot)com

409cope said...

I would love this book as it sounds good and I like anything that Nelson DeMille writes. cardshark42(at)hotmail(dot)com

Jeff said...

It reminds me of all the crime shows I watch, i know I'll like to read it. jeff72768@yahoo.com

Jeff said...

A lot of his books sounds good but I think I'd like to read this first Wild Fire.
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Jeff said...

I posted it on twitter.
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Jeff said...

I posted on facebook.
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Cams said...

I think I would like to read this book because it is a crime thriller.

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suzie said...

I like this type of story, keeps you turning the pages

suzie said...

tweet
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suzie said...

I would like to read The Lions game

Unknown said...

I'm really not into crime novels but my husband is and I'll hopefully win it for him

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Unknown said...

The Charm School sounds great!

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Unknown said...

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degood said...

I like The Lion's Game and love these type of suspense books. I think I would enjoy The Lion also.

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degood said...

As I said in my last post, I have read The Lion's Game and enjoyed it, but I also think I would like to read "The Charm School"

kerrie@mayansfamily.com

Shirley said...

I'd love to win this for my son in law. I know how much he'd like to read it. Shundelt@yahoo.com

Shirley said...

I'd like to read The Gold Coast, it's the first in the series.
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Shirley said...

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Shirley said...

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Jeff H said...

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Unknown said...

This sounds like another great giveaway. Count me in ( I am an old follower)

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Unknown said...

I've heard he's an amazing Author I'd like to win this book for my dad. christina101092@yahoo.com

Christine H said...

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Unknown said...

I'd like to read Charm School.

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rubynreba said...

I have read The Gold Coast and liked it a lot!
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rubynreba said...

I think he is a very good author and have great reviews on this.
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Phyllis said...

I've read all of Nelson DeMille's books and can't wait to read The Lion. Thanks.
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trippwojohn said...

I have loved DeMille's books or years and have been wondering whatever happened to John Corey. I'd be excited to find out! Thanks!
Peace-
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trippwojohn said...

I have read The Gold Coast, Cathedral (my first), The Charm School (gave me shivers), The General's Daughter (the book was so much different, and better!) than the movie, Plum Island, and The Lion's Game. I loved all of 'em, for different reasons. DeMille is one heck of an author! Thanks!
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Anonymous said...

I have not read a bood from this author but have a few of his books on my list. Beside the current one The Lion I will be reading Gate House also. I find very interesting that Nelson DeMille is from Long Island as my husband and got into track as he did. Thank you for the chance to win.

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Unknown said...

I love all books by Nelson Demille and John Corey is my absolute favorite character.

Benita said...

I love suspense books, and judging by your review this book would hold my interest well. Thanks for a possibility.

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Benita said...

I'd love to read the John Corey books.

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cherdon said...

DeMille is such a great author. I haven't yet had the opportunity to read The Lion but would very much like too.

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cherdon said...

I'd love to read DeMille's Plum Island

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cherdon said...

Tweet

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Anonymous said...

I loved The Lion's Game and can't wait to read the sequel.

Irene said...

John Corey's back! Can't wait to read what is in store for Asad Khalil...and what The Lion has in store for John Corey!!


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Irene said...

My two Nelson DeMille's favorites (to date) are: The Gold Coast and Up Country. Of course, I have read almost all of his books.


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Irene said...

I "tweeted."

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Jackie W said...

I enjoyed reading The General's Daughter and intend to read more of Mr. DeMille's stories.
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Anonymous said...

I'D Love To Read As I Never Read Any Of Your Books And I'm Curios As It Sound Awesome

Linda B
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Anonymous said...

I have been a fan of this author since I read The General's Daughter. Since then, I have read most of the others.
The Lion'S Game sounds equally as good.
JOYE
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Marie said...

I really enjoy reading Nelson DeMille's work and would love to read this one also!

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Unknown said...

I have been an avid reader of Nelson DeMille for several years. I love the other John Corey novels and know this will be a smash hit. I can't wait to read it.
TTFN
Bonnie
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CherylS22 said...

I'd like to read this book because I really enjoyed reading 'The Lion's Game' & this book is a continuation of that book. Thanks for the chance!

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CherylS22 said...

I also just finished reading 'The Gate House' a few months ago. Nelson DeMille's book just grab you, draw you in & make you wish the story would never end.

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Rita M said...

The character of John Corey sounds amazing - I'm definitely picking up The Lion's Game.

Anonymous said...

I just re-read The Lion's Game in anticipation for The Lion. All of Nelson DeMille's books are fantastic, and I am eager to get my hands on a copy of The Lion.

Jodi
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