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Crescent Dawn (Dirk Pitt #21)
Dirk Pitt returns in the extraordinary new novel from the #1 New York Times--bestselling author.
In A.D. 327, a Roman galley barely escapes a pirate attack with its extraordinary cargo. In 1916, a British warship mysteriously explodes in the middle of the North Sea. In the present day, a cluster of important mosques in Turkey and Egypt are wracked by explosions. Does anyt...more
In A.D. 327, a Roman galley barely escapes a pirate attack with its extraordinary cargo. In 1916, a British warship mysteriously explodes in the middle of the North Sea. In the present day, a cluster of important mosques in Turkey and Egypt are wracked by explosions. Does anyt...more
Hardcover, 548 pages
Published
November 16th 2010
by Putnam
(first published 2010)
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Sep 29, 2011
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Le affascinanti profondità marine celano tesori e misteri meravigliosi e inimmaginabili, che sfidano il tempo e la memoria. Nessuno lo sa meglio di Dirk Pitt, direttore della Numa, e del suo braccio destro Al Giordino, che al mare hanno dedicato la vita e la professione. Ma questa volta c'è un inspiegabile filo rosso che lega una galera romana affondata nel Mediterraneo da un attacco di pirati nel 327 a.C. e una nave da guerra britannica, misteriosamente scomparsa nel 1916 al largo delle isole O...more
Twenty-first in the Dirk Pitt action-adventure series, Crescent Dawn is the perfect title and combines Clive and Dirk’s styles with the addition of Dirk, Jr. and Summer Pitt’s to the NUMA team. I’m not sure why I felt a bit let down. Even though there is just as much action…really!...it felt like less although it could simply have been that we had three different theatres of [good guy] action occurring.
In this very topical story, the action centers around a greedy brother and sister, direct des...more
In this very topical story, the action centers around a greedy brother and sister, direct des...more
I haven't read too much that Cussler has written, but I have enjoyed the few I've read. I was encouraged to read this one, mainly because the beginning of the book is set in Istanbul and it was very interesting to follow that action through the sites and sounds of that city. The plot proceeds to envelope mysterious stuff going on with a "manifest", a plot to destroy sacred areas of Jerusalem, and a sunken ship from the Ottoman era found off the Turkish coast with Roman relics aboard. All of this...more
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It is about time, a new Dirk Pitt novel. I have read them all and say that with a certain degree of satisfaction. I love to be entertained by Clive Cussler with this character and band of off- beat friends and coworkers at NUMA. I know what to expect when I crack the novel open and Crescent Dawn is no exception. Here is what the novel is about:”Three events, distant in time and space: A treasure-laden fourth century Roman galley narrowly escapes a ferocious pirate attack; a World War I British w...more
Jul 25, 2011
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A competent outing by Clive Cussler in this latest installment of Dirk Pitt's adventures. As a long time fan of the Pitt series, I had not liked a Pitt adventure as much since Cussler's son began collaborating with him on the series. Too much focus was placed on the Pitt twins over the last few books and the effect was like Teen Titans. In this book I can tell the old man wrote most of it, as it is vintage Cussler and the wonder twins are there less than before. The action is the same as tens of...more
The latest book featuring Clive Cussler and his son, Dirk Cussler is a completely thrilling joyride owing to the fact that this time around, the entire Pitt family is stuck in some way or another in a life threatening situation, each thinking in their own unique way to get out of it.
After their introduction, in Valhalla Rising and then their first (very short) adventure in Trojan Odyssey, it felt very good to finally see Dirk Jr. (with his eventual heartbreak in a situation nearly similar to wha...more
After their introduction, in Valhalla Rising and then their first (very short) adventure in Trojan Odyssey, it felt very good to finally see Dirk Jr. (with his eventual heartbreak in a situation nearly similar to wha...more
I have to be honest and give this book a 4 - even though I was kinda glad when the audio version was finished. Perhaps a re-read might be in order - maybe get the text and put it on my Sony Reader.
This is what I liked:
The smooth way the stories interwove with each other;
The way Cussler educated his reader as he went along;
The way he had his characters actually find a use for the things found in their search for the ancient ship.
It was like a documentary.
And this brings me to what I didn't like...more
This is what I liked:
The smooth way the stories interwove with each other;
The way Cussler educated his reader as he went along;
The way he had his characters actually find a use for the things found in their search for the ancient ship.
It was like a documentary.
And this brings me to what I didn't like...more
Undeniably a non-stop action packed mystery thriller!!! "Crescent Dawn" is no different from any other Cussler novels. And, when Cussler partners up with his son to write a book, you know you won't be disappointed! In this book, he brings Pitt, Al, Rudi, and Pitt's kids Summer and Dirk in to a wild ride that begins in 327 AD and continues all the way up to the present date. When Pitt discovers a ship that was from the Ottoman era, it draws the attention of some crazed killers who would do anythi...more
A UK literary agent, after seeing my first novel, kindly described me as "a more dynamic Custler". After reading Clive and Dirk Cuttler's "Crescent Dawn" I certainly don't think I deserve that honour.
A big book (548 pages in hardback) it has a complex plot and sub-plots. The characters are many but mostly clearly defined enough to be memorable - quite a feat for any writer.
I've not followed all Custler's works, but found it interesting having the saga's lead character, Dirk Pitt's, grown up son...more
A big book (548 pages in hardback) it has a complex plot and sub-plots. The characters are many but mostly clearly defined enough to be memorable - quite a feat for any writer.
I've not followed all Custler's works, but found it interesting having the saga's lead character, Dirk Pitt's, grown up son...more
This was the standard Dirk Pitt popcorn adventure novel. If you haven't read any of these series, he's a bond-like character, with the minor exception of being the portrait of 'American values' rather than British ones. The plots all have something to do with the sea, and typically revolve around shipwrecks and historically significant items.
The bad guys are one-dimensional goons, almost straw men that have weaknesses perfectly matched to the main characters' strengths. There is also an improba...more
The bad guys are one-dimensional goons, almost straw men that have weaknesses perfectly matched to the main characters' strengths. There is also an improba...more
Ok, I just finished reading it.
The first 300 pages took 2 days, the remaining a month.
Just to put things into perspective, this is my first Clive Cussler novel but if his fans consider this novel to be one of his best then I must admit I won't be reading another one.
I picked this up with an expectation that it is going to be at a level of a James Rollins adventure, if not better. However, it turned out to be of the Nancy Drew and Hardy boys level.
There are so many things that is wrong with the n...more
The first 300 pages took 2 days, the remaining a month.
Just to put things into perspective, this is my first Clive Cussler novel but if his fans consider this novel to be one of his best then I must admit I won't be reading another one.
I picked this up with an expectation that it is going to be at a level of a James Rollins adventure, if not better. However, it turned out to be of the Nancy Drew and Hardy boys level.
There are so many things that is wrong with the n...more
Clive Cussler has always been a great story-teller, and now, with the assistance of his son (named after his main character [much to his wife's chagrin])he continues the saga; just as he has his son, Dirk Pitt has his son and daughter (twins) Summer and Dirk Jr, to expand the plot narrative. With Cussler's propensity for coincidence (hey, it worked for Dickens), the expansion of the Pitt family allows Dirk to be in three places at once, three separate plots raveling into a single thread. Since C...more
Clive Cussler's books are always intriguing and educational. I've learned more than I thought I would every know about underwater investigations, excavations and equipment. His novels always tie-in historical information (this time about the Roman Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and modern day Turkey, Greece and Israel) with the adventures that take place under, in and around the oceans. Crescent Dawn takes you behind the scenes of pirates of 327AD to antiquity dealers and those who buy them, includ...more
Dirk Pitt is James Bond meets Indiana Jones meets Jacque Cousteu. Campy fun adventure. This is the fourth novel that Clive Cussler's son has co-written. I think Dirk Cussler has been a very positive influence on the story. A bit more realistic and grounded with not as much embarrassing dialog. Clive was losing it in this last two novels but with Dirk Cussler on board I have really noticed an improvement in quality.
In this story we get a realistic threat (Islamic supremacists) and while Summer a...more
In this story we get a realistic threat (Islamic supremacists) and while Summer a...more
Another solid Dirk Pitt book by Clive Cussler. Every one of is books is pretty much exactly the same thing, but I enjoy them even knowing that. It is not great literature, and the characters are very much stereotypes, but to me, that is what makes it enjoyable. One of my favorite lines goes something like this - "For most men, this situation would lead to panic. But Dirk Pitt is not like most men." I mean, come on. But, again, these types of good guys win and are cool under press stories is what...more
Dirk, Summer, and Dirk, Jr. are all back again. And, of course, despite the fact that they are in three different countries to start with, they all happen to be pulling on common threads of a mystery. The coincidence is amazing. An evil brother and sister, heirs of the last sultan of the Ottoman Empire, are trying to re-establish their family's rule. They go about this by fomenting Muslim anger via blown up mosques and a figurehead the brother thinks he can get elected and then control. Of cours...more
I don't know why I do this to myself. I guess I get stuck in ruts and start to crave rut-busters. Every once in a while, I'll pick up a thriller just for something different, and I should know by now that I'm not a fan of Clive Cussler.
I've enjoyed Dan Brown's books, and the Jason Bourne series, but these are just a little too corny for my taste. The hero (or in this case heroes, as the book has several subplots on various continents) quips in the face of almost certain doom, and never seems to...more
I've enjoyed Dan Brown's books, and the Jason Bourne series, but these are just a little too corny for my taste. The hero (or in this case heroes, as the book has several subplots on various continents) quips in the face of almost certain doom, and never seems to...more
This was a fun book to read and a fast read at that - I read it in one day [and that hasn't happened in a while]. It felt like a return to the Clive Cussler of old [before he started co-writing with his son].
The basic plot is another team of villainous siblings have hatched some sort of nefarious scheme that will grant them some kind of power if it comes to fruition. Only this particular scheme involves terrorists attacking not only Jewish and Christian targets [to some degree] but Muslim targe...more
The basic plot is another team of villainous siblings have hatched some sort of nefarious scheme that will grant them some kind of power if it comes to fruition. Only this particular scheme involves terrorists attacking not only Jewish and Christian targets [to some degree] but Muslim targe...more
This book is a big departure from previous Cussler books. Yes it contains all the typical situations that make Dirk Pitt and Al Giordino the characters we have all grown to love, but this latest book has more of a Davinci Code flair.
Biblical artificacts from Jesus, middle eastern terrorists, and of course the setting is the sea and all the toys are cool, but I feel like the Cussler duo are writing books that are becoming too comercialized. I stopped reading Cussler books before because they all...more
Biblical artificacts from Jesus, middle eastern terrorists, and of course the setting is the sea and all the toys are cool, but I feel like the Cussler duo are writing books that are becoming too comercialized. I stopped reading Cussler books before because they all...more
I loved Clive Cussler's early books, but grew somewhat disappointed with later ones which he co-wrote with various other authors. However, Crescent Dawn brings back the Dirk Pitt and Al Giordino that I love and all the adventure and frantic paced action that keeps me reading. This book is co-authored with Cussler's son, Dirk Cussler, who obviously adds a new attribute, that of great research, to this entertaining read. My only criticism is that one of the climactic scenes takes place in fourteen...more
I enjoy reading Clive Cussler; I really enjoy reading those books that he writes starring his original NUMA hero, Dirk Pitt. CRESCENT DAWN is probably the best yet. This novel weaves individual mysteries discovered by Dirk, his son Dirk Jr, and his daughter Summer, who all are working in different areas of the world, into one grand adventure which brings them all together. Of course, the way Dirk manages to not only survive situations which would be the certain death of anyone else, but also see...more
A fairly typically book by Clive Cussler, as was pleasantly surprised that Dirk Pitt Sr, Al and Rudi playing the major role in Mr Cussler's latest book. I was never happy with the introduction of the new generation (Sumer and Dir Pitt Jr.) but The Cusslers manage to give them crucial roles without being to much involved. This book easily ranks in the upper third of Dirk Pitt novels. Playing along the coast of Turkey they made only one mistake of placing the City of Troy in that area, which would...more
As usual, Clive Cussler and his son provided a great story. What was different, and quite enjoyable about Crescent Dawn Dirk Pitt 21 is that you think the story is done, yet there are pages left. So, you go along and come to what you think is the ending...again. But there was still pages left! And finally you come to the end of the book, and the storyline, and you want to just keep reading, but you can't. Excellent story, with many twists. I'm already starting on Cussler's another NUMA book. Ask...more
I love Cusslers mixture of fact and fiction. We have now read all of his books and I'd find it hard to choose my favorite - I learned to Scuba dive because of his novels!
I have never checked out if his version of history is true - I just don't want to know!
If you like a book that you can put down - sometimes - but can pick up and find you wake in the middle of the night and want to know what came next - try Cussler. They are a good choice as beach reading, or long journey use as you are likely t...more
I have never checked out if his version of history is true - I just don't want to know!
If you like a book that you can put down - sometimes - but can pick up and find you wake in the middle of the night and want to know what came next - try Cussler. They are a good choice as beach reading, or long journey use as you are likely t...more
I don't know if Dirk Cussler is getting better or if Clive did the heavy lifting on this book, but either way it was the best Dirk Pitt novel since Clive semi-retired. Yeah, it follows the now-familiar Clive plot of having an ancient shipwreck, an early twentieth century disaster and a modern evil megalomaniac trying to do evil megalomaniac-y stuff all tying together as Dirk Pitt, his friends and family at NUMA, and a couple of new characters try to stop the evil megalomaniac-y stuff.
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Crescent Dawn is among the very best Dirk Pitt thrillers I have ever read. Nicely double-plotted, it involves his two children, Dirk "Jr." and Summer as well. As usual, one needs to suspend one's disbelief just a few times but that is Cussler and Dirk Pitt. It gives nothing away to say that I liked his fictional (?) storyline on the bumbling clueless security establishment of the US government and his realistic portrayal of the international politic situation. Crescent Dawn was co-authored with...more
Classic Dirk Pitt/NUMA Files formula. A well thought out mystery/thriller with a teaser back story beginning. Capitalizes on the success of the Da Vinci Code and similar stories. Dirk Pitt is a laudable American family man hero with a crew / posse of quirky characters. The reading equivalent of cotton candy, sour hard candy or pop corn. Like many engaging action films and other thrillers but with more upright heroes than some. Fun and engaging while one is immersed in the story but something of...more
The Dirk Pitt books follow a formula. The men are resourceful, the women good-looking and often very intelligent. The venues are interesting and the history well-researched and embroidered. Lots of Ottoman Empire and Roman artifacts surround a terrorist plot that runs from Istanbul to Jerusalem. The bad guys/gal are intent on restoring the religious empire of the Ottoman Turks and are setting up a Muslim uprising to accomplish it. Dirk, Al and the rest of the usual team are arround and we even h...more
In tyipcal Clive Cussler fashion Crescent Dawn has lot of running and shooting, something I always enjoy. I've noticed that this book has more innocent people (security guards, etc.) actually being killed, not just injured. It's a nice change in that it removes some of the A-Team lots of shooting no one ever killed feel of Clive's other books. Crescent Dawn did have little bit more of a Da Vinci Code feel but at least we weren't worried about the world ending. I love Cussler's books. I think he...more
There are lof things going on in "Crescent Dawn", the 21st Dirk Pitt novel from (now) Team Cussler. In this novel, daddy Dirk, son Dirk, and daughter Summer, are each involved in adventures wrapped around a submerged Roman vessel, stolen Muslim religious artifacts, and the possibility of the discovery of a document written by Jesus.
The book is laced with plenty of action on the three fronts and the Cusslers do a nice job weaving the three plots into one as the book moves along. Inveterate Cussle...more
The book is laced with plenty of action on the three fronts and the Cusslers do a nice job weaving the three plots into one as the book moves along. Inveterate Cussle...more
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Cussler began writing novels in 1965 and published his first work featuring his continuous series hero, Dirk Pitt, in 1973. His first non-fiction, The Sea Hunters, was released in 1996. The Board of Governors of the Maritime College, State University of New York, considered The Sea Hunters in lieu of a Ph.D. thesis and awarded Cussler a Doctor of Letters degree in May, 1997. It was the first time...more
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