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Summary: Clive Cussler wannabe...
Review: I found The Einstein Papers to be a decent book; it just didn't focus in the direction I was hoping it would. The book is about a lost theory of Einstein's, the Unified Field Theory, and how it can be used for good and for evil. I was hoping the book would focus on all the ins and outs of the theory itself, and unravel the tale from the standpoint of the scientists figuring out the theory. But the author instead chose to simply copy the style and general story formula of his apparent mentor, Clive Cussler, attacking the story instead from the various trials and tribulations of the spies and NSA guys charged with acquiring and then retrieving the papers.Had I known going in that Dirgo is in with Clive Cussler, this probably wouldn't have surprised me, and in fact I might have like the book more knowing the probable angle of attack the author would take towards telling the story. Instead I found myself wanting for more depth, more science. The book will keep you going, and it will certainly sell millions of copies, probably even spawn a movie, but it won't be that much of a mental challenge for anyone I wouldn't think.
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Summary: Read's like Cussler 'light'
Review: I have to admit the opening portion of 'The Einstein Paper's' is as action-packed as any half-dozen Bond movies--COMBINED. I felt this book has promise after all...however it slows down a bit and becomes a bit choppy at times. It was still a fun and exciting book to read. The premise of the Unified Field Theory is actually very creative and so chock-full of technological explanations that as far as I could tell, it actually could WORK (shoulda paid more attention in Math class...). What would happen if this theory actually could work, and what if it fell into the wrong hands? Hands of those who might actually USE it? We're talking about a weapon of such destructive power it could destroy the entire PLANET. Poof and we're all history. 'Course nobody would actually USE it...would they? The journey to find the answer to that is of course half the fun of 'The Einstein Papers'. It seems to me that Dirgo has a great future ahead of him if this is his first solo novel, but he has a ways to go before claiming Cussler's crown (which is more in danger of being swiped by Jack Du Brul). Hey, if you're looking for a clone of Cussler, look elsewhere. But if you're looking for a fun action/adventure novel, 'The Einstein Papers' just might fit the bill...it sure did for ME.
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Summary: Read's like Cussler 'light'
Review: I have to admit the opening portion of 'The Einstein Paper's' is as action-packed as any half-dozen Bond movies--COMBINED. I felt this book has promise after all...however it slows down a bit and becomes a bit choppy at times. It was still a fun and exciting book to read. The premise of the Unified Field Theory is actually very creative and so chock-full of technological explanations that as far as I could tell, it actually could WORK (shoulda paid more attention in Math class...). What would happen if this theory actually could work, and what if it fell into the wrong hands? Hands of those who might actually USE it? We're talking about a weapon of such destructive power it could destroy the entire PLANET. Poof and we're all history. 'Course nobody would actually USE it...would they? The journey to find the answer to that is of course half the fun of 'The Einstein Papers'. It seems to me that Dirgo has a great future ahead of him if this is his first solo novel, but he has a ways to go before claiming Cussler's crown (which is more in danger of being swiped by Jack Du Brul). Hey, if you're looking for a clone of Cussler, look elsewhere. But if you're looking for a fun action/adventure novel, 'The Einstein Papers' just might fit the bill...it sure did for ME.
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Summary: Don't make the same mistake I did!!!
Review: I read this book because of Dirgo's collaborative efforts with Clive Cussler in the past. All Dirgo has done has copied Cussler's formula for adventure - and no where near as well. You can replace Taft and Martinez with Pitt and Giordino and Cussler could have written this. The problem is the plot is not very convincing and did not grab me the way Cussler can. Don't waste your time or money on this one...
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Summary: Don't Bother
Review: I really wanted to like this book; the plot sounded interesting, and it started off okay, but the more I read it, the worse it got. The plot became highly predictable, the writing is atrocious, and the ending punchless. Mr. Dirgo is obviously a Clive Cussler wannabe, but has neither the imagination or story-telling ability (not to mention basic grasp of the English language) to even be mentioned in the same breath as Cussler. To make it to the plodding end of this book requires a lot of patience and a high tolerance for baseless dialogue.
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Summary: Where are you Clive?
Review: I should be charitable and say a nice first effort. It seemed a little to strong a Cussler novel than I thought it would be. I guess it is hard to show different if you are broke in by the Master Mr. Cussler. I don't want to be to negative as this is his first. The last one hundred pages seemed to lead you away instead of toward a ending. Practice makes perfect so keep on writing. I will try one again.
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Summary: Speedy story - but take a few more physics classes!
Review: If you want to learn something about Einstein: Forget this book. If you want to catch some ideas of his field theory: Leave it on the shelf. If you have any experience in contemporary physics: Be aware that this book will appear to you completely silly. If you are interested in reading a speedy thriller on intelligence agencies, with "good guys" and "bad guys", you are right. Enjoy the book and do not care about the nonsense of Einstein and his work and especially the completely unnecesserily stupid ending stumbling together some fashionable technical phrases. It is well written, gripping and entertaining - of course if you accept that there is another guy with the capabilities of James Bond (It's probably no coincidence that both are No. 7 in their agencies...). The book is tailored around the possibility that Einstein might have achieved the "Unified Field Theory" - and in the book it is clear that an abstract physical theory is immediately applicable for the production of deadly weapons. Therefore, Einstein hides his theory. The Chinese government (bad guys, not very political correct!) makes - 45 years later - attempts to recover the formula in order to become the most powerful nation in the world. So Special Agent Taft has to save the world. And he does a good job. You can really enjoy the story over a wide share of the book, but the end is really rediculous. Not only that two young physicists (an American and a Chinese, here we are politically correct again) are capable of applying the hereforeto unknown formula immediately and without further R&D, it can be used for ... (you might read it for yourself) ... taking just a few ingredients which are available basically in every household. The only fancy thing is a cyclotron which they use to "produce electricity"... - Mr Dirgo: A cyclotron is a particle accelerator, not a generator! All in all: +Fun +Plot -supernatural hero -physics: 3 stars
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Summary: Adventure to the max. Hard to put down.
Review: Just finished this book. You can tell that Mr. Dirgo took lessons and learned them well from Mr. Cussler. The two main characters, Taft and Martinez, are great. While Taft is the most involved of the two characters, it is the interplay between the two that makes the book better. The Einstein Papers were hid for over 50 years. Now the Chinese want them and find them just as the Americans are searching. For what plans do the Chinese have for the plans. Nothing less than the biggest blackmail scheme in the world. As it dawns on the Americans what is going on they enter into a chase to catch the Chinese agent on US soil. The chase and final showdown is suspenseful and exicting. As the Chinese plan their invasion of Taiwan the all important Einstein Papers are the key to success. With the papers in their hands, or so they think, the invasion is launched. At the same time the US experiments with the equation of Mr. Einstein's and finds it lacking. However, a quick suggestion by Taft injects a useage of the power to thwart the Chinese Navy. The power envisioned by Mr. Einstein was unlike the power of the atomic bombs. Once it is finally harnessed it would be of great benefit to mankind. Guess that is further down the line. Great adventure book. If you enjoy Clive Cussler you will enjoy this one.
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Summary: I lost sleep over this great book!!!!
Review: Let me start by saying, I HATE FICTION. I'm a network engineer, no time for anything other than science or technical writings, maybe a book on the history of things, but never fiction. Well, thanks to a long trip to Argentina, an airport bookstore and a charismatic cover and gripping title I picked up a copy of the Einstein Papers. I fell in love right from the start, Dirgo's portrayal of Einstein filled my mind with images of my old NJ home, Princeton, and our patron saint, Einstein. The development of Einstein and his health, feelings, genius, and gentle nature was done expertly - Dirgo has a wonderful way of filling in every detail of the masterpiece montage he creates in your mind's eye. Taft and Martinez are a great team, Dirgo has a great wit, a sure sense of irony that he uses like a scalpel, carving snappy dialog and makes the relationship between the two most believable. Taft is the classic hero with a twist, Dirgo allows him a more darker sexier side at times, unapologetic (except when it comes to taking a life, then a softer side is briefly exposed) and sometimes refreshingly hedonistic. The theory in question and its application is of course Dirgo's own construction, but very well built nonetheless. I found the chapters devoted to the piecing together of things and the use of the theory itself simply fascinating. I had no trouble whatsoever accepting things as presented and the development of the weapon was so intuitive, things seemed in the end to be a matter of common sense. There is also a lot of great humor in this book, I especially enjoy the very creative way characters meet their end, I was almost relieved at one point when a character hit his head and passed out on a boat during a tornado. I thought, "well, that was easy," until of course he tornado picked up the body and well, you should get the book, Dirgo does it way better than me. There's great movie potential for this book; Dirgo is so descriptive the screenplay would be a snap. I'm a fan for life; I will eagerly grab any book that this guy writes.
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Summary: A definite can't stop until you are finished book!
Review: Mr. Dirgo brings forth a Cussler like style and characterization that will keep you seated until the last page is turned. Hopefully we will not have to wait long for the next book.
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