The Lincoln Myth

A Legacy Hidden in History

In The Lincoln Myth, master of historical suspense Steve Berry invites readers on a breathtaking quest that bridges centuries of American intrigue. When former Justice Department operative Cotton Malone uncovers a fragment of a tantalizing clue—an obscure reference to a secret document penned by Abraham Lincoln himself—he must confront a shadowy network determined to keep the past buried forever. From the cobblestone streets of Alexandria to the grand halls of Washington, D.C., Malone’s investigation unearths whispers of a presidency shaped by unseen hands and an assassination plot that may have been guided by more than mere chance.

Pursuit of a Centuries-Old Secret

As Malone follows a trail of cryptic inscriptions, hidden archives, and vanished witnesses, he is joined by Emilia Roth, a brilliant archivist whose own family history is intertwined with Lincoln’s legacy. Together, they decode forged letters, evade relentless operatives wielding both legal authority and lethal force, and navigate clandestine meetings beneath the marble columns of national landmarks. With each revelation, the duo inches closer to a truth so explosive it could transform our understanding of the Civil War and Lincoln’s own motivations—if only they can survive long enough to reveal it.

When Truth and Myth Converge

Steve Berry’s signature blend of meticulously researched history and breakneck modern thriller pacing reaches new heights in The Lincoln Myth. Readers will thrill to high-speed chases through museum halls, heart-stopping break-ins at guarded repositories, and the quiet intensity of midnight deciphering sessions. As past and present collide, Malone and Roth must decide whether the pursuit of truth is worth the price of lives—and whether some legends are meant to remain legend.

.Steve Berry is a #1 New York Times bestselling author celebrated for weaving richly detailed historical mysteries with pulse-pounding action. His novels explore the hidden corridors of power and the enduring impact of history on the modern world.