Five Days in Bogotá

A fast-paced art thriller in the spirit of Gabriel Allon from the Daniel Silva thriller series and Laura Dave’s The Last Thing He Told Me.

Ally Blake risks everything to exhibit at an art fair in Bogotá in 1990. She needs to meet wealthy collectors to boost her gallery’s sales and save her family from bankruptcy. When she discovers her art crates have been tampered with and two paintings worth millions—that do not belong to her gallery—have been placed inside, her plans unravel. Chief among her problems is US Political Attaché David Martinez, an ex-boyfriend and former colleague from her posting with the State Department in Santiago. He attempts to drag her into a scheme to sell paintings seized from drug lords at an art auction and use the proceeds to fund a war Congress will not approve. Ally refuses. She devises a strategy to thwart their fraud, protect her children, and secure her family’s future—but pulling it off will require her to make the art deal of a lifetime.

Author: Linda Moore

Publication Date: May 14th, 2024

 

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2024 NYC Big Book Awards Winner in Suspense
2024 International Book Awards Winner in Fiction: Literary

“A beguiling adventure involving valuable paintings and international conspiracy . . . a pulse-pounding game of cat-and-mouse..”
Kirkus Reviews

“Love thrillers? Me, too, and Linda Moore’s whip smart Five Days in Bogotá adds extra ammunition to the genre, with a feisty art . . . heroine on the verge of bankruptcy who has to thwart art fraud, nefarious ex-boyfriend, and even drug lords, in order to keep her family safe. A hold-your-breath read about what we do for love—of family and of art.”
—Caroline Leavitt, New York Times best-selling author of Pictures of You and With or Without You

“. . . a truly immersive experience. Readers interested in the art world will find her behind-the-scenes depictions of its nuanced bargaining and high-stakes networking fascinating. The characters inhabiting this complicated world are colorful and dynamic . . . A complex and clever thriller that offers an intriguing look at the art world.”
—BookLife Reviews, Editors Pick

“Exotic and exciting, Five Days in Bogotá will drop you into the international art world, where money, power, and prestige keep the stakes running high. Full of characters as colorful as the artworks themselves, Moore brings us a captivating mystery with an ever-present undercurrent of danger. The streets of Bogotá aren’t safe, but Ally Blake’s past is even more dangerous and she must use all of her wits to make it out of Colombia in one piece. Highly recommend.”
—Mark Pryor, author of the Hugo Marston and Henri Lefort mysteries

“The author’s previous book (Attribution, 2022) concentrated on the art, whereas this one has a larger focus on politics, intrigue, and action. . . . Add this to the thriller section.”
Booklist

“Linda Moore’s captivating narrative in Five Days in Bogotá is a masterclass in immersive storytelling. With vivid prose that transports you to the heart of Colombia’s bustling art world, Moore crafts a thrilling tale of intrigue and betrayal. I found myself utterly engrossed, envisioning each twist and turn as if I were right there alongside Ally Blake, navigating the perilous landscape of art and deception. This is more than a book—it’s a cinematic experience waiting to unfold, and I can’t recommend it enough.”
—Jesse Leon, author of I’m Not Broken and No Estoy Roto

“Perfectly captures the socio-political turmoil of Colombia in the early 1990s, making the setting feel rich, vibrant, and lived-in. . . . Moore paces the narrative nicely and uses well-placed curveballs throughout the plot that will keep you guessing as to what’s coming next.”
Readers Favorite, FIVE STARS

“Moore has written a delicious read, rich with her expertise in the art world and seasoned by the salt of espionage and turmoil in South America. . . .  Readers familiar with the 1973 coup in Chile, the Iran-Contra Affair, and the El Salvador Death Squads of the 1980s will find shreds of those tragedies threaded throughout Moore’s story. What a page-turner this was!”
—Adam Sikes, author of The Underhanded and former CIA paramilitary officer

“It’s rare to encounter a book that so convincingly and vividly evokes a time and place, as Five Days does with Pablo Escobar’s Colombia. Part thriller, part historical fiction, part glimpse into the small but intriguing world of international art dealing, it’s great fun and a worthy read.”
—Ron Currie, author of One-Eyed Man

Five Days in Bogotá  is a gripping literary thriller that sweeps you into the international art world from the first page. Colombia is brought vividly to life, as is the darker, seamier side of the art trade with moments of heart pounding tension that will leave you breathless.”
—Lyn Liao Butler, author of Someone Else’s Life

“A  romp through the beauty and mysteries of Colombia. Each page is rich with adventure and intrigue!”
—Joshua Mohr, author of Model Citizen, A Memoir

“Linda Moore has done it again. Set during an international art fair in Escobar’s 1990’s Columbia, her new novel, Five Days in Bogotá, is a fast-paced, compelling read filled with intrigue, corruption, betrayal, and danger at every turn. Complete with prehistoric whistles, … contraband paintings worth millions, and men with guns and nothing to lose, this story of a young recently-widowed gallery owner trying to save herself and her family will keep readers on the edge of their seat until the very last page.”
—Anastasia Zadeik, author of Blurred Fates

Past Praise for the Author

For Attribution:

“Friends who are not quite friends, scholars with feet of clay, and unexpected finds in very old libraries contribute to an extraordinary ending . . . in this ultimately satisfying read.”
Booklist

“. . . superb descriptions of Spain, its cities and museums, and seventeenth century art—as well as the often cut-throat world of graduate school. The ensuing intrigue is fast-paced, fun to read, hard to put down.”
Midwest Book Review

“Moore’s . . . passion and extensive knowledge of art history show on every page. . . . A captivating journey to a specialized world full of drama.”
Kirkus Reviews

“The story is beautifully written and includes art history as well as descriptions of the restoration of canvas paintings and the ways in which the art market works.”
—Bookmarks

“One does not need to be an art lover to enjoy this bright beam of hope. Readers who enjoy novels with engaging characters who grow through their struggles, and those who enjoy historical fiction, will find Attribution well worth their time.”
Reader Views, 5-star review

“Filled with exciting findings and daunting setbacks as well as numerous fascinating art references, Attribution is an enthralling read.”
Seattle Book Review 

Attribution by Linda Moore will grab the interest of art lovers and fans of historical fiction instantly. . . . The writing is gorgeous, sprinkled with lovely dialogues and mesmerizing descriptions.”
Readers’ Favorite, 5-star review

“Desperate for meaning and to fill the hole left by her younger brother’s death, an art historian searches for a lost painting—and finds herself. Gorgeously written and as rapturous as a Van Gogh, Moore’s book is a winner.”
—Caroline Leavitt, New York Times best-selling author of Pictures of You and With or Without You

“Moore’s compelling debut takes the reader deep into the art world, where power, politics, and privilege have long pushed women out of the picture. Vividly rendered and full of intrigue, this mystery will have readers rooting for its heroine on her quest to uncover the truth and give credit where it’s due. An illuminating and fascinating page-turner!”
—Gina Sorell, author of GMA Buzz pick and NYTBR Editor’s Choice The Wise Women

“Moore’s passion for art, and her deep knowledge of the field, makes Attribution as beautifully rendered as the mysterious painting at the center of its gripping mystery. An engrossing debut about the importance and power of truth.”
—Stacey Swann, author of Good Morning America Book Club Pick Olympus, Texas

“Moore delivers a riveting, flawlessly paced plot full of unforgettable characters, satisfying turns, and the complex workings of an art world the author knows intimately. . . . At stake are the reputations of leading historians, the legacy of one of the great master painters, and the brilliance of the women relegated to their shadows—until now.”
—Angela Pneuman, award-winning author of Home Remedies and Lay It on My Heart

Attribution is an intriguing art-historical fantasia. I loved reading it!”
—Edward J. Sullivan, Professor, History of Art at New York University

“Moore knocked me out with this high-concept arthouse puzzle. I was on my heels the whole time, in the best way, gobbling up the next clue as the book pushed toward an evocative crescendo. A fascinating debut.”
—Joshua Mohr, author of Model Citizen

About the Author

Linda Moore is an author, traveler, and recovering gallery owner. Her gallery featured contemporary artists from Latin American, Spain, and the United States and she has exhibited at numerous art fairs, including in Bogotá, Buenos Aires, and Madrid. Attribution, her debut novel was an IBPA finalist in Ben Franklin Awards for General Fiction, Eric Hoffer honorable mention winner in General Fiction, on the 2022 Sarton Book Awards Short List in Contemporary Fiction, winner of Somerset Award in Literary and Contemporary Fiction and a 2022 International Book Awards Finalist in Best New Fiction, among other distinctions. She has published award-winning exhibition catalogs and her writing has appeared in art journals and anthologies. She resides with her book-collecting husband in San Diego and is working hard on her next novel in their vacation cottage on Kauai.

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