Star of Africa (Ben Hope) (Book 13)
Star of Africa (Ben Hope) (Book 13) book cover

Star of Africa (Ben Hope) (Book 13)

Paperback – June 21, 2016

Price
$14.99
Format
Paperback
Pages
432
Publisher
Avon
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-0007486205
Dimensions
1.2 x 5.1 x 7.6 inches
Weight
10.6 ounces

Description

Praise for Scott Mariani: ‘Deadly conspiracies, bone-crunching action and a tormented hero with a heart . . . Scott Mariani packs a real punch’ Andy McDermott ‘James Bond meets Jason Bourne meets The Da Vinci Code’ J. L. Carrell ‘Fans of Dan Brown will love this thrilling adventure’ Closer 'Non-stop action – this book delivers’ Steve Berry ‘If you’ve got a pulse, you’ll love Scott Mariani; if you haven’t, then maybe you crossed Ben Hope’ Simon Toyne ‘Full of authentic detail and heart-stopping action – a real thrill ride’ Ed Macy ‘Establishes Scott Mariani as an author to watch’ M. J. Rose ‘Packed with dark intrigue, danger around every corner, bullets flying, sexual tension, and an endless assault of nasty villains . . . everything a thriller should be and more’ Joe Moore ‘Scott Mariani is an awesome writer’ Chris Kuzneski Scott Mariani is the author of the worldwide-acclaimed action / adventure series featuring maverick ex-SAS hero Ben Hope. Scott’s books have topped the bestseller charts in the UK and beyond. Scott was born in Scotland, studied in Oxford and now lives and writes in rural west Wales.

Features & Highlights

  • THE SENSATIONAL ADVENTURE FROM THE #1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR
  • ‘Deadly conspiracies, bone-crunching action and a tormented hero with a heart . . . packs a real punch’ Andy McDermott
  • TO POSSESS IT HE WILL PAY IN BLOOD
  • Where ex-SAS major Ben Hope goes, trouble always follows…
  • Ben Hope is trained to identify danger. So when he finds out that someone very important to him is working on a US container ship in the treacherous seas off the East African coast, he fears the worst.
  • Within days the ship is hijacked by pirates. Taking matters into his own hands, Ben embarks upon the most daring rescue mission of his career … because this is no ordinary hostage situation.
  • There is something on board the ship that’s more precious than life itself – and a bloodthirsty tyrant will kill to possess it.
  • As events spiral out of control, Ben Hope’s skill and resourcefulness will be tested like never before. Ben would die to protect those close to him, but in a hostile environment, against ruthless warriors, even the ultimate sacrifice might not be enough…
  • The Ben Hope series is a must-read for fans of Dan Brown, Lee Child and Mark Dawson. Join the millions of readers who get breathless with anticipation when the countdown to a new Ben Hope thriller begins…
  • Whilst the Ben Hope thrillers can be read in any order, this is the thirteenth book in the series, and forms a two-part sequence with next book THE DEVIL’S KINGDOM.
  • Scott Mariani's book 'Graveyard of Empires' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 28-11-2022.

Customer Reviews

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Most Helpful Reviews

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An Eye-Opening Gut Wrenching Twin Story (Star of Africa/The Devil's Kingdom) but worth reading

Star of Africa and The Devils Kingdom were definitely a break from the norm of Scott Mariani, but as much as I hated all the dreadful evil and unbelievable events, they are a damning truth of the world of yesterday, today and sadly tomorrow, whether we like it or not and I salute and commend Scott for having the courage and conviction to write this twin story. The stories were certainly stomach churning at times but boy, oh boy, did I love all the justice provided by Tarik Al Bu Said's offer in the finalé!
I would not normally have read such dark and intense stories, but having said that, I am glad I read these two stories, they were certainly a great mine of information, albeit mostly evil, but sadly this does no more than reflect how truly evil some beings are in this world, past & present.
Scott, you did a super-great job with these stories. I cried many, many tears, had some laughs, but through it all I was pleased Ben would always come through and yes I know they are only stories but hey ho, keep them coming but hopefully not so gruesome!
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Four Stars

Excellent book I'm waiting for part 2 which is due out in January
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Four Stars

Excellent book I'm waiting for part 2 which is due out in January
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Five Stars

Another terrific novel from the pen of Scott Mariani. A recommended read!
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Never disappoints.

Never disappointed with this author. One of the best in this for story line and action.
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this one is the worst. its dark and depressing

I have read all of the other ben hope books, this one is the worst. its dark and depressing. The story is really being drug out for some reason, i doubt i will bother finishing the story.