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Summary: The Best Book I ever Read
Review: I think it was the best dirk pitt adventure ever! I couldnt put it down and i loved all of his books! But this one was the best!
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Summary: Dirk makes the impossible very possible
Review: Been fascinated at how Dirk Pitt is like a cross between MacGyver and James Bond. He's always thinking of new ways of getting out of trouble using a little science and creativity. Sahara had me from the beginning. My favorite aspect about Dirk Pitt is how in the end he gets even with the villian - Masarde. The humor between Dirk and Al is wonderful. Even when they seemed moements away from death in the dessert did Clive give them a little help. Good fun reading!!
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Summary: I love a good adventure tale...
Review: ..but this is not a good one. I can't believe people read this guy's books for enjoyment (escape?). I was going on a camping/hiking trip recently and this book was given to me to 'enjoy' at the campsite. The only enjoyment came when I used it to light fires each night. Luckily, I did bring some other paperbacks that were much better and did survive to pass on to other campers. If you have never read this guy's books, beware. They should probably be required reading in beginner-writing classes as examples of how NOT to write!
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Summary: This book overflows with action and great characters.
Review: How much action can you take? If your answer is "a lot," then read this book. When Earth's oceans are threatened with ecological disaster, it's up to Dirk Pitt and his NUMA crew to save the day. Cussler does a fantastic job blending an assortment of interesting characters into one incredible plot that takes our heroes on a harrowing journey across the most unforgiving patch on land on Earth. The action scenes are top notch. And the main villians, General Kazim and Yves Massarde, will make you hiss with delight. Definately one of Cussler's best works.
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Summary: A temporary letdown in the series
Review: I'm continually amazed at the enthusiasm for this novel, especially by those who have read other Dirk Pitt adventures prior to it. Unlike his other novels, Cussler never effectively ties in the historical incidents that begin the book to the main plot. He fails to pay off the subplot about the Confederate ironclad, except for using it as set dressing. Similarly, the aviatrix subplot is nothing more than a deus ex machina to rescue Dirk and Al from their predicament. Also, after the Cussler cameo in "Dragon", which made sense in the context in which it was placed, this one presents the first superfluous follow-up and the beginning of an unfortunate habit. All that aside, the story is generally exciting, with a very satisfactory comeuppance to the villain.
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Summary: Superb-one of Cusslers best yet-Shocking
Review: I loved it! The first one of the series that I read! I especially love the part in the desert, and the mystery around the ironclad. The boat was a yachtsman's dream come true! The suspense at the end is soo thick you could cut it with a knife! If you like action, suspense, antique cars and a plot that will knock your socks off, buy this book immediately!! If you liked Inca Gold, Shock Wave, and Cyclops this is a must read!!! Cussler couldn't have done any better!
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Summary: I wish it had stayed as good as it started
Review: This was my first Clive Cussler novel -- I have since read two others -- and this had the best potential. The historical story lines were very clever, but Dirk Pitt... he reminds me of the village lout Gaston in the Disney movie "Beauty and the Beast." The pace of the story was good, and the ending was pretty good, too. But Dirk Pitt distracted me from enjoying the book too much. I was very exasperated with the character. When I think about it, I suppose that means I was drawn in by the book enough to be irritated with the character. I have recommended this book to one of my friends, who got a big laugh out of it (he's the sort of friend who sees the lighter side of life). All in all, though, I was disappointed in the book.
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Summary: cussler tweaks the mind continually as to what happens next?
Review: cussler is at his best.This is one book you will want to start early in the morning because it can keep you up all day and night.Classic cussler with inovation in a plot not seen recently by any other author.A must for every action adventure reader!!!
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Summary: Bold!
Review: Simply bold! Its hard not to like Dirt and his band of characters.
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Summary: Brilliant!
Review: This is the best book i have ever read. Cussler is the greatest action writer ever. It's a joyfull ride through the whole book.
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