CONTEST

The New York Public Library. A brooding labyrinth of towering bookcases, narrow aisles and spiralling staircases. For Doctor Stephen Swain and his daughter, Holly, it is the site of a nightmare.For one night this historic building is to be the venue for a contest. A contest in which Swain is to compete – whether he likes it or not.With his daughter in his arms, Swain is plunged into this terrifying fight for survival. He can choose to run, to hide or to fight – but if he wants to live, he has to win.For in this contest, unless you leave as the victor, you do not leave at all. Contest is a raw, visceral edge-of-your-seat thriller – the iconic bestseller that launched Matthew Reilly’s international writing career.