Scott Mariani

‘Two of my favourite things have come together – Scott Mariani’s masterful storytelling and the medieval world. Meticulously researched and skilfully brought to life, The Pilgrim’s Revenge is an action-packed, roller coaster ride. The gripping, and at times agonising, adventures of Will the Bowman have only just begun – and I’m hooked!’
—Philippa Langley MBE, author, historian and discoverer of the lost grave of King Richard III

‘A read-to-the-end page turner, The Pilgrim’s Revenge is historical fiction as it should be written.’
—Ben Kane, bestselling author of Rome

‘Classic storytelling on an epic scale.’
—Tony Riches, bestselling historical fiction author

‘Mariani has clearly researched the late 12th century in some detail, and delivers a gripping tale.’
—The Ricardian Bulletin

‘For readers who enjoy an exciting and suspenseful story, with lots of action, convincing historical detail and a likeable hero, there is much to enjoy.’
—The Historical Novel Society

‘Fans of historical adventure who appreciate a thriller’s relentless pace set against a well-crafted historical backdrop will find themselves utterly hooked.’
—Amazon reviewer

‘Scott Mariani has produced, in my opinion, a masterpiece.’
—Apple Books reviewer

‘A high level of realism . . .  the action scenes come thick and fast. Like the father of the modern thriller, Frederick Forsyth, Mariani has a knack for embedding his plots in the fears and preoccupations of their time’
—Shots Magazine (read the full review)

‘Scott Mariani is an ebook powerhouse.’
—The Bookseller

‘If you’re already a fan of Scott Mariani, you’ll love The Moscow Cipher. If you haven’t read any Mariani before but love fast-paced action with a historical reference, maybe this one won’t be your last.’
—LibraryThing

‘Scott Mariani is perhaps the best working exponent of the classic chase thriller. The action comes thick and fast and is choreographed with Mariani’s trademark skill and authenticity. Another slickly crafted adventure from the modern master of mayhem.’
—Shots Magazine

‘Scott Mariani writes fantastic thrillers. His series of Ben Hope books shows no sign of slowing down.’
—Ben Peyton, actor (Bridget Jones’s Diary, Band of Brothers, Nine Lives)

‘A really excellent series of books, and would make a wonderful television series as well!’
—Breakaway Reviews

‘”Page-turner” is a hackneyed phrase in the world of books but Mariani’s Ben Hope adventures take the thriller genre to its dizziest and most dazzling heights.’
—Pendle Today

‘This is my first Scott Mariani book….and I totally loved it. It goes on at a good pace, and for me Ben Hope was brilliant, the ultimate decent good guy that you are rooting for.’
—AlwaysReading.net

‘The Devil’s Kingdom is an exhilarating roller-coaster of a ride . . . it will keep your attention from first page to last. [The Ben Hope series is] so addictive it is unbelievable.’
—The Derbyshire Times

‘The plot was thrilling . . . but what is all the more thrilling is the fantastic way Mariani moulds historical events into his story.’
—The Guardian

‘Quite simply, the most ferocious and brutal book in the Ben Hope series yet, and it’s a page-turning stunner of a read. The second in the sequence, The Devil’s Kingdom, really can’t come soon enough!’
—Lovereading review

‘Compelling and controversial . . . In addition to his captivating writing abilities, Mariani has carried out a massive amount of research to ensure that The Cassandra Sanction is scientifically accurate. But don’t worry, this is not a science book. It’s filled with the kind of exciting action that deserves to be made into a blockbuster movie.’
—Robert W. Felix, climate scientist and author of the bestselling book Not by Fire but by Ice

‘[The Cassandra Sanction is] a wonderful action-loaded thriller with a witty and lovely lead in Ben Hope . . . I am well and truly hooked!’
—Northern Crime Reviews

‘Scott Mariani seamlessly weaves the history and action together. His descriptive passages are highly visual, and no word is superfluous. The storyline flows from beginning to end; I couldn’t put it down.’
—Off the Shelf

‘Unforgettable . . . Scott Mariani has crafted a thriller which will become a major novel of our times.’
—The Chesterfield Times

‘The pace of these books ensures a swift completion of each episode. I absolutely love each book I read, each is unique and takes you on a thrilling journey of discovery, but at the heart is a lead character you love from the start and root for each time!’
—Amazon

‘Scott Mariani seems to be like a fine red wine that gets better with maturity!’
—Bestselling Crime Thrillers.com

‘Mariani’s novels have consistently delivered on fast-paced action and The Armada Legacy is no different. Short chapters and never-ending twists mean that you can’t put the book down, and the high stakes of the plot make The Armada Legacy as brilliant to read as all the previous novels in the series.’
—Female First

‘Sunken secrets, psychos in the jungle, a dark twist on a Hitchcockian Vertigo-style obsession – The Armada Legacy is slick, serpentine, sharp, and very very entertaining. If you’ve got a pulse, you’ll love Scott Mariani; if you haven’t, then maybe you crossed Ben Hope.’
—Simon Toyne, best-selling author of the Sanctus Trilogy

‘Authentic settings, non-stop action, backstabbing villains and rough justice – this book delivers. It’s a romp of a read, each page like a tasty treat. Enjoy.’
—Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author of The King’s Deception

‘Creatively weaves a storyline through ancient history and modern times . . . An exhilarating ride that races along to an exciting conclusion.’
—Mysterious Reviews

‘Mariani constructs the thriller with skill and intelligence, staging some good action scenes, and Hope is an appealing protagonist.’
—Kirkus Reviews 

‘A fast-paced arcane thriller that will captivate readers with its plot evolution and characterisation.’
—Fresh Fiction

‘A breathtaking ride through England and Europe’
—Suspense Magazine

‘The Mozart Conspiracy hits thrilling, suspenseful notes . . . a rollickingly good way to spend some time in an easy chair.’
—USA Today

‘The helter-skelter pace kept me hooked like a prize catch . . . if Mariani can type at the pace his novels move, then his PC must have breathed a sigh of relief every time he finished work for the day.’
—Crime Squad Reviews

‘Suspense, authenticity and heart-stumping action.’
—Bridlington Press