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Birds of Prey

About the Book

Birds of Prey

edited by Harlan Coben and C. J. Box

The world’s greatest thriller writers prove they’re up to a unique challenge in this action-packed collection.

It all started with a simple yet sneakily difficult challenge from global bestselling author Harlan Coben: Pick a bird of prey, then use it as the inspiration for a brand-new story.

The response from some of the best writers on the planet: Game on!

The result: Eleven stories that are twisty, scary, surprising and bursting with imagination. An egg worth more than its weight in gold. A mysterious operative known only as Owl. An eagle-watcher who sees more than she should. Even a story that somehow places the Maltese Falcon in a nursing home. 

Contributors include Tess Gerritsen, C.J. Box, Kathy Reichs, Ace Atkins, Heather Graham, S. A. Cosby, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Robert Dugoni, Allison Brennan, Gregg Hurwitz and Kelley Armstrong.

Commissioned by International Thriller Writers, BIRDS OF PREY is a highly bingeable anthology that is a treat for thriller fans.

Birds of Prey
edited by Harlan Coben and C. J. Box

  • Publication Date: June 23, 2026
  • Genres: Fiction, Short Stories, Suspense, Thriller
  • Paperback: 320 pages
  • Publisher: The Mysterious Press
  • ISBN-10: 1613167946
  • ISBN-13: 9781613167946