The Devils' Due (Cotton Malone 12.5) by Steve Berry (Audiobook)(Fiction)

The Devils' Due (Cotton Malone 12.5) by Steve Berry (Audiobook)(Fiction)
Author: Steve Berry; Narrator: Scott Brick
Full Title: The Devils' Due
Release Year: 2017
Length: 1h 58m
Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Spy Fiction, Adventure

Former Justice Department operative Cotton Malone is thrust into a desperate international hunt for the legendary 'Devil's Due' diamond, a gem shrouded in myth and believed to be cursed. This priceless jewel vanished during the tumultuous final days of World War II, its disappearance intricately linked to shadowy Nazi dealings and forgotten secrets. Malone finds himself embroiled in a multi-generational quest, navigating a complex web of historical intrigue and modern espionage. He must uncover the full truth behind the diamond's dark past and its potential to unleash chaos in the present day. As he races across continents, Malone confronts ruthless adversaries, each equally determined to possess the artifact and exploit its rumored power for their own sinister agendas. The novella skillfully blends historical fact with thrilling fiction, exploring themes of greed, forgotten legacies, and the enduring impact of wartime decisions. Malone's investigation pushes him to his limits, forcing him to make difficult choices to protect humanity from the gem's destructive influence.