Contest: The iconic bestselling thriller
Nov 2007 · Pan Australia
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The thrilling international bestseller from Australia's favourite novelist, author of the Scarecrow series and Jack West Jr series with new novel Mr Einstein's Secretary out now.
"Reilly hurls readers into an adrenaline-drenched thrill ride ... impossible to put down." Orlando Sentinel
"Reilly ... can inspire awe. Speed demons, take note." Publishers Weekly
The New York State Library. A silent sanctuary of knowledge; a 100-year-old labyrinth of towering bookcases, narrow aisles and spiralling staircases. For Doctor Stephen Swain and his eight-year-old daughter, Holly, it is the site of a nightmare.
For one night, the State Library is to be the venue for a contest. A contest in which Stephen Swain is to compete - whether he likes it or not. The rules are simple: seven contestants will enter, only one will leave.
With his daughter in his arms, Swain is plunged into a terrifying fight for survival. He can choose to run, to hide or to fight - but if he wants to live, he has to win. Because in a contest like this, unless you leave as the victor, you do not leave at all.
Fans of Clive Cussler, Tom Clancy and Michael Crichton will love Matthew Reilly.
"Reilly hurls readers into an adrenaline-drenched thrill ride ... impossible to put down." Orlando Sentinel
"Reilly ... can inspire awe. Speed demons, take note." Publishers Weekly
The New York State Library. A silent sanctuary of knowledge; a 100-year-old labyrinth of towering bookcases, narrow aisles and spiralling staircases. For Doctor Stephen Swain and his eight-year-old daughter, Holly, it is the site of a nightmare.
For one night, the State Library is to be the venue for a contest. A contest in which Stephen Swain is to compete - whether he likes it or not. The rules are simple: seven contestants will enter, only one will leave.
With his daughter in his arms, Swain is plunged into a terrifying fight for survival. He can choose to run, to hide or to fight - but if he wants to live, he has to win. Because in a contest like this, unless you leave as the victor, you do not leave at all.
Fans of Clive Cussler, Tom Clancy and Michael Crichton will love Matthew Reilly.
The thrilling international bestseller from Australia's favourite novelist, author of the Scarecrow series and Jack West Jr series with new novel Mr Einstein's Secretary out now.
"Reilly hurls readers into an adrenaline-drenched thrill ride ... impossible to put down." Orlando Sentinel
"Reilly ...
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63 reviews
Salil Acharya
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October 10, 2020
Started off as a bit drab nonsensical talk of alien gibberish alternating with a doctor's life. It all makes sense when the contest begins. An unlikely victor emerges. This novel is one of Matthew's earliest works and started off as a self published novel. It's a good read.
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Samuel Bradley
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November 20, 2013
Does exactly what it sets out to do, entertain the reader from start to finish. Great read, not a single wasted word. Perfect book to get teenagers excited about reading.
Tim Albrecht
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September 7, 2016
This may be M.R. first novel but the fast action and the nail biting drama mixed with Sci is truly a work of brilliance. This book alone has made me a fan forever. Well done Matthew
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About the author
Matthew Reilly is the international bestselling author of ten novels: Contest, Ice Station, Temple, Area 7, Scarecrow, Hover Car Racer, Seven Ancient Wonders, The Six Sacred Stones, The Five Greatest Warriors and Scarecrow and the Army of Thieves, and one novella, Hell Island. His books are published in over 20 languages, with worldwide sales exceeding to 4 million copies.
Matthew Reilly is the international bestselling author of ten novels: Contest, Ice Station, Temple, Area 7, Scarecrow, Hover Car Racer, Seven Ancient Wonders, The Six Sacred Stones, The Five Greatest Warriors and Scarecrow and the Army of Thieves, and one novella, Hell Island. His books are publi...
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