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Bloodline

(Sigma Force #8)

James Rollins (Goodreads Author)

4.21 · Rating details · 23,125 ratings · 1,264 reviews

James Rollins takes you to the edge of modern medicine, genetics, and technology, revealing the next evolutionary leap forward: Immortality — a future conceived through the monstrous ingenuity of man...

Galilee, 1025. A cunning Templar knight uncovers a holy treasure: the Bachal Isu — the staff of Jesus Christ — a priceless icon that holds a mysterious and terrifying power ...more

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Jul 17, 2012 The Pirate Ghost (Formerly known as the Curmudgeon) rated it really liked it

Shelves: action-adventure, multiple-lead-characters-diverse-s, colorful-supporting-characters, controversial-fiction, military-science-fiction, romance-in-the-folds, espionage, historical-mystery-meets-modern-sci, science-fiction, strong-roles-for-female-characters

Blood Lines By James Rollins

The best Sigma Force Writing yet!

This is the latest in the Sigma Force series. To me, it’s likely the best one yet. I’ll tip my hat to the fact that there is a cadence to these books that allows some of the surprises to be “expected” in one way or another. That’s likely the case with many series that run longer than 5 or 6 books. That accepted, it’s the case here.

I also had some trouble wondering why, after so many books, each book having about a year between them in ...more

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Feb 01, 2020 Richard Derus rated it liked it

Shelves: gifted

Real Rating: 3.5* of five

I read this while I was in the goofy garage during 2014. My delightful friends supported my reading habit, and never once wondered (to me, that is, I have no idea what they said amongst themselves!) why I was asking for Rollins's books.

I wanted to read them because they are very entertaining, have enough plot and character development to keep me distracted from being in a public mental health facility, and are intensely visually told stories with deep sci-fi roots and so ...more

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Jul 07, 2012 Marialyce (absltmom, yaya) rated it it was amazing

Shelves: july-2012, james-rollins-who-i-love-books

Here is another wonderful book by an author who does make me always sit and read from cover to cover in a matter of days. (well hours really!) There is something about his books that always thrills me and makes me ever so eager to read and read and read.

In this current novel, we are again thrown into the sinister world inhabited by the Sigma Force agents. All the fantastic characters are back with the addition of two new ones, a man, Tucker, and his combat trained dog, Kane. (hopefully they will ...more

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Nov 02, 2012 Rizwan rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: ebook, f-a-v-o-r-i-t-e-s, action-suspense, globetrotting-techno-adventures

My God, this was the MOST FUN I had racing through the pages of a novel in recent times! I was eagerly waiting to read the book for so long as this one was promised to be the Finale of the ongoing Sigma Vs. Guild war, and Rollins painstakingly slowly but rightfully built up that ever escalating war since the very first book of the series Sandstorm through the last seven books of the series.... and boy oh boy, did he finally deliver! He gave us all the actions and mysteries and sheer epicness fro My God, this was the MOST FUN I had racing through the pages of a novel in recent times! I was eagerly waiting to read the book for so long as this one was promised to be the Finale of the ongoing Sigma Vs. Guild war, and Rollins painstakingly slowly but rightfully built up that ever escalating war since the very first book of the series Sandstorm through the last seven books of the series.... and boy oh boy, did he finally deliver! He gave us all the actions and mysteries and sheer epicness from this final showdown that we ever hoped for, along with all the answers to the Guild-related mysteries he was building over the years. Simply put, I LOVED every pages and every minutes I spent reading this magnificent piece of entertaining novel. From perfect characterizations of our favorites heroes to mindbendingly mysterious yet engrossing storyline to mindblowing action spectacles to absolute breathless thrills and suspense of all the lightning-fast developments, Bloodline has everything that a pitch-perfect intelligent and brilliant action-adventure-techno-thriller needs, and them some.

Now, Bloodline is a bit different from the whole series as there's actually no historical trail to follow along with scientific trail which was the generally usual way Sigma-missions develop, and although it did have a historical prologue at the beginning, it came in to play just before the ending. So it almost felt like a pure techno-thriller instead of the traditional Indiana Jones type adventure (which all the other SF novels basically are), but WOW it is hands down the BEST Sigma Force novel in my opinion. The action, the suspense, the atmosphere, the situations and the overall scope were just truly grand and awe-inspiring. Not to mention all of our favorite characters were here (well except Monk, but even he shows up during the climax), with a couple of even greater new recruits. Plus Rollins totally outdid himself by fantastically expanding some of the great supporting characters of the series (Kat and Lisa) by placing them in the front and center of the action this time, and along all the ridiculous and jawdropping happenings one after the other, Rollins kept developing their characters and giving them new dimensions and depth that only he can do. Seriously, I feel like I keep saying this everytime I finish a Rollins-novel, but he really is the best modern adventure-thriller author of today in my opinion, as he not only is always giving us awesome adventures and actions and thrills, but doing that all the while keeping a sharp focus with equal time and effort on building up and developing great characters that readers can be touched by and relate to.

All in all, the plot was truly outstanding, one of a kind, the twists-turns kept coming fast and furiously, the action was ridiculously awesome, and the key sequences were just have to be seen on the big screen to be properly digested (the destruction and then sinking of an entire island is one of my personal most favorite sequences in all of the series. And speaking of, when will we finally get a screen adaptation of Sigma novels?) Bloodline is the ultimate Sigma Force novel, and it'll be nearly impossible for Rollins to top this... But if the past taught me anything, it's that he is the one author who constantly topping himself with each new book. Damn, its going to be so freaking hard to wait till next June for The Eye of God, the next Sigma Force novel!

P.S. It also has a special place in my heart as this was the first full novel I've read on my PC as an e-book and not as, you know, an actual book. And I finished the 550+ pages in just three days all the while sitting upright in front of my computer very uncomfortably. This should speak volumes to the quality of the book as it made the whole transition from traditional book to a virtual one so easy & effortless! ...more

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Jun 28, 2012 Kathleen (Kat) Smith rated it it was amazing

Shelves: contemporary-fiction, science-fiction-and-fantasy, supense-thriller-fiction, medical-suspense-fiction

Just finished almost an all-nighter because I simply could not put this book down. Sometimes sleep is over-rated anyway and when you find an amazing, edge of your seat, suspense thriller, you have to finish it.

In Bloodline by James Rollins, you are in for an action-packed roller coaster ride from the beginning. Trying not to give away too much, this novel blends a little DaVinci Code, National Treasure, Indiana Jones, Mission Impossible and a twisted bit of Science Fiction into this one, so if y Just finished almost an all-nighter because I simply could not put this book down. Sometimes sleep is over-rated anyway and when you find an amazing, edge of your seat, suspense thriller, you have to finish it.

In Bloodline by James Rollins, you are in for an action-packed roller coaster ride from the beginning. Trying not to give away too much, this novel blends a little DaVinci Code, National Treasure, Indiana Jones, Mission Impossible and a twisted bit of Science Fiction into this one, so if you have an interest in any of those, you will just LOVE this one.

The basis for this novel begins with the Knights Templar and ancient history involving a priceless icon that holds a mysterious and terrifying power that promises to change humankind forever. Here's just a sample of what is going on:

"On February 21, 2011, the cover of Time magazine declared: 2045, The Year Man Becomes Immortal. At face value, that might seem a wild claim, but other scientists have made similar statements.

We are living in an exciting time when advances in medicine, genetics, technology, and a myriad of other disciplines are opening the newest frontier for mankind: eternity.

How will that manifest, what form will it take? Within these pages, you'll discover that answer. The concepts raised in this novel are based on facts, on exhaustive research, going back to studies done by the Soviet scientists during the Cold War. But before you turn to that first page, I must make one correction concerning the startling statements made above. They are, in fact, far too conservative in their estimates.

For not only is immortality within our reach - it is already here." (preface excerpt).

Now with the presidents daughter kidnapped, it's only a matter of time before they discover who she really is, and what she is carrying within her that will make her one of the most valuable people in the entire world. If only SIGMA, a unique special operative groups, can locate her before her secret is uncovered, and she becomes a pawn in a shattering act of terrorism with dark repercussions and one that SIGMA may not even be prepared to deal with.

I received Bloodline by James Rollins compliments of William Morrow, a division of Harper Collins Publishers for my honest review and like I stated earlier, this was one I could not put down. Just when you think the good guys might be gaining an upper hand, a darker force will pull them down once again. A true roller coaster ride of great suspense and literal edge of your seat action. It had me surfing the internet while reading this one to see if the places described really exist and how much of this is really fiction! It's that great! For me, I rate this one a 5 out of 5 stars and I already have my husbands interest peaked just telling him what this one contains. This is my first James Rollings novel but definitely will not be my last. ...more

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Jan 08, 2018 Tim The Enchanter rated it liked it

The series has lost its shine - 2 1/2 Stars

For many years, James Rollins has been a “go to” author for me. I always knew that if went back to his writing, I would find an enjoyable and exciting read. It has been 2 or 3 years since I read the previous novel in this series. While it is much as I remembered, I was left disappointed.

Plot

Just read the jacket cover. It’s much the same as the others.

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I has always seemed that Rollins can put books out at a fast pace. For many years this has ...more

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Jun 29, 2012 Seeley James rated it really liked it

When I buy James Rollins books, I usually do it when he visits our local bookstore, the Poisoned Pen. I buy 3-4 copies, get them signed and hand them out to friends. I think of these gifts as part of my evangelical mission on behalf of the world of thrillers. Mr. Rollins makes a great ambassador for the genre. His stories are perfect examples of thrillers, giving the reader a heavy dose of nearly believable science delivered with a boyish sense of adventure and just the right hint of humor. Fun ...more

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Dec 14, 2015 Freda Malone rated it really liked it

There were two things that I absolutely loved about this 8th in the series of Sigma Force. Captain Wayne Tucker and Kane, his brilliant K-9 soldier/partner and baby William. I just love babies and doggies. Another great adventure with the Sigma clan, another shocking realization involving the Guild villains. Wow. I didn't see that one coming. The only thing I really just didn't like was the invention of the neobots or microbots or whatever the heck those scfi-fi creatures were. Reminded me of so ...more

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Feb 04, 2013 Tim rated it really liked it

Although a bit too long, this novel holds attention and gets better with few dull moments. 8 of 10 stars

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Aug 04, 2012 Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB rated it it was amazing

"In a thrilling masterwork that will make you rethink your perceptions of life and death, "New York Times" bestselling author James Rollins takes you to the edge of medicine, genetics, and technology, revealing the next evolutionary leap forward: immortality--a horrifying truth that is locked inside the "Bloodline"

Galilee, 1025. Infiltrating an ancient citadel, a Templar knight uncovers a holy treasure long hidden within the fortress's labyrinth: the Bachal Isu--the staff of Jesus Christ--a pric ...more

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Oct 30, 2017 Alexa Whitewolf rated it it was amazing

Ok so after having devoured half of this series you'd think I'd get sick of the science+action+ass-kicking combo, but nope! Rollins knows his stuff, and he does it well.
What really, truly broke the mold on this was Tucker & Kane. I am a big animal lover and even incorporate animals in my own books. I get a lot of my inspiration from my own two dogs.
So when Rollins introduced Kane (military dog, Tucker's partner), and to top it off had scenes from the dog's POV... I was ready to frown and comme ...more

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Jun 01, 2012 Ethan rated it really liked it

Shelves: first-reads

First time mothers are supposed to spend the nine months before birth in a blissful state of anticipatory preparation. With only a few weeks before the arrival of her newborn, Amanda is feeling anything but bliss. After discovering her husband's infertility, Amanda undergoes the grueling process of in vitro fertilization. A couple miscarriages later, she finally carries a healthy child. Despite all of this, she and her husband are fleeing for their lives. A few weeks ago, she received anonymous First time mothers are supposed to spend the nine months before birth in a blissful state of anticipatory preparation. With only a few weeks before the arrival of her newborn, Amanda is feeling anything but bliss. After discovering her husband's infertility, Amanda undergoes the grueling process of in vitro fertilization. A couple miscarriages later, she finally carries a healthy child. Despite all of this, she and her husband are fleeing for their lives. A few weeks ago, she received anonymous notification, indicating that the life of her child was threatened. Now, off the coast of Africa, the couple is aboard a yacht, fleeing for the safety of their child. Under the cover of darkness, a group of Somali pirates hijacks the ship, killing the crew, her husband, and kidnapping the pregnant Amanda. This story alone would be enough to capture American headlines, but there is one more detail that makes this an even bigger story. Amanda is the daughter of the President of the United States!

In "Bloodline", the latest installment in the popular Sigma Force series by author James Rollins, Sigma, a secretive US military group, is tasked with finding the kidnapped Amanda. Gray Pierce, field leader of the covert team, is dealing with problems of his own. His mother was caught in the crossfire of his previous mission, in which his pursuit of the elusive organization, The Guild, led to her murder, leaving his father, who is slowly declining into dementia, to live alone. By straddling his protagonist with the guilt of his mother's death, Rollins turns what could have been a mindless super-human warrior into an everyman with genuine emotions.

Sigma enlists the help of a highly trained, army dog, Kane, and trainer, Tucker, to assist with the search. The sequences featuring the dog allow Rollins to flex his creative muscles, as he narrates entire passages from the perspective of the dog. Through this inventive method, Rollins successfully portrays the authentic relationship of trust between man and animal where the lives of both completely rests in the hands of the other.

As the investigation continues, the team uncovers a shocking connection between the kidnapping and the elusive Guild. Coming closer to discovering the motivation behind the abduction, Gray is fueled by both a desire to return the missing woman and unborn child safely to their family and by an urge to seek revenge for the brutal killing of his mother.

Despite being the eighth novel in the series, "Bloodline" has enough back-story to stand on its own. Writing with an authoritative confidence, Rollins provides the perfect combination of thrills, emotion, and fact. With an abundance of characters and story lines, he keeps the story sailing in the right direction, never allowing the focus to shift from the impending conclusion. His accessible language allows for a quick pace and an easy read that packs action, science, and intrigue into a smart and entertaining novel.

Thanks to the author and publishers for the opportunity to read this as part of the First Reads program. ...more

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Jul 01, 2012 Andi rated it it was amazing

Recommends it for: Everyone

Bloodline, James Rollins 2012

How and why would "The Guild" kidnap the {resident of the Untied States pregnant daughter,and what would they do with them? This Sigma book, featuring all the usual people from Sigma, we are also introduced to adjunct members: Tucker Wayne (an AWOL soldier), and his four legged constant companion Major Kane. The book begins with a Somali kidnapping at sea, travels to the Somali mountains, and then back to the states. We also finally get a glimpse of who really runs " ...more

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Aug 07, 2013 Daniel rated it liked it · review of another edition

Yes: there is a point where the bad guys kidnap one of the good guys, leaving the remaining protagonists racing to outdo the maneuvers of their evil opponents. Rollins, you did it again. In fact, I may start referring to this plot device as a "Rollins." Like, "Damn, they just pulled a Rollins! We must save her!"

I jumped into this book less than a week after finishing the previous installment. Usually, I read about one of these every eight months or so; however, the epic conspiracy suggested in t ...more

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Aug 08, 2018 Julie rated it it was amazing

Crap, I thought I was reading the books in order but guess not. Didn't matter though I hope as all of the best people are in this book along with a couple new ones I hope we continue to read about in later books. This book is just as much fun and as thrilling as the other 2 I have read. I am going to tell my friend about this author and that they should read these instead of Dan Brown. Rollins really gets you into his characters and their continuing stories AND he calls them by their first names ...more

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Sep 15, 2012 Sara rated it liked it

In his latest addition to the series, James Rollins, picks up right where the last book left off. This time Grey, Seichan, and Kowalski are sent to Somalia, in search of the President's daughter who has been kidnapped. Along the way they pick up two new characters, Tucker Wayne - a former Army Ranger, and the comabt dog he trained, Kane. Like all of his novels, Rollins, sends the Sigma Force operatives on quite the roller coaster ride, throwing in copious amounts of real world science. While you ...more

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Dec 02, 2017 Kristen rated it really liked it

Shelves: series-thriller, 2017

In James Rollins's Bloodline, the 8th installment in this exhilerating thriller series, this novel would take you to the edge of your seat and make you drop your jaw. It all started when the president's pregnant daughter was kidnapped by Somali pirates and later lost her husband in a brutal bloodfest. Then they've taken her to a secret cabin and want her unborn son for nefarious reasons. Back in the United States, while Grey Pierce deals with family issues of his own, he learns about Amanda Gant ...more

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Jul 11, 2018 Lori Rubin rated it really liked it

James Rollins writes books that are like a cross between Clive Cussler and Tom Clancy. His Sigma Force series is about a special government unit sent in to handle dangerous and sensitive matters. They all begin with an event long ago in history, then transition to the present day; each uses science to make the historical events relative to the modern era.

Blood Line starts at the time of the Crusades with one special knight, one of the original Templars. The next thing we know, the President's pr ...more

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Dec 21, 2014 Alan Marston rated it really liked it

Yet another roller coaster of a book from James Rollins. The usual suspects are involved in this story with Sigma Force being seriously challenged by The Guild. This is the book in which the real plans of The Guild is revealed. It involves the hunt for immortality, with much scientific and religious detail used to support the premise on which the story is based. Sigma have two additional helpers in the shape of Tucker and his dog Kane who featured in the novella "Tracker " written to introduce t ...more

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Mar 11, 2014 Susan rated it it was ok

I'd never read James Rollins before and for the first 200 pages I was completely captivated. Unfortunately I started feeling like someone changed authors on me. The writing deteriorated, the plot elements seemed to become repetitive and absurd, and the characters turned silly. Finally I skipped to the last chapter and was able to figure out most of what had happened and was glad I didn't plow through the entire book. Too bad. I was hoping to have found a fun new author to add to my list of favor ...more

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Jun 11, 2012 Cathy Cole rated it really liked it

First Line: They once called her a witch and a whore.

Author James Rollins brings us the eighth adventure of Sigma Force, an elite covert arm of the Defense Department composed of former Special Forces officers who've been trained as experts in various scientific fields.

Once again that fascinating organization of old, the Knights Templar, provide background for a novel. Of the nine original members of the Templars, only one is not known by name-- and that is the member Rollins weaves his story ar First Line: They once called her a witch and a whore.

Author James Rollins brings us the eighth adventure of Sigma Force, an elite covert arm of the Defense Department composed of former Special Forces officers who've been trained as experts in various scientific fields.

Once again that fascinating organization of old, the Knights Templar, provide background for a novel. Of the nine original members of the Templars, only one is not known by name-- and that is the member Rollins weaves his story around. In the eleventh century, this Knight Templar uncovers the Bachal Isu-- the staff of Jesus Christ-- deep within an ancient citadel. This priceless object contains a power capable of changing humankind forever.

One thousand years later, Somali pirates kidnap a young pregnant American woman. Gray Pierce of Sigma Force is enlisted for a covert rescue mission because the young woman is not your average rich tourist: she is Amanda Gant-Bennett, the daughter of the President of the United States. For this mission, the help of two new operatives is enlisted because of their special talents. On board for this rescue are former Army Ranger Captain Tucker Wayne and his military war dog, Kane.

What soon becomes clear is that the kidnapping of the President's daughter masks a much larger and more complex plot. Gray and his fellow Sigma Force operatives are facing a shadowy group which has been manipulating events throughout history... and now they have plans for the presidency.

If you feel the need to devour an occasional high-octane thriller that contains large doses of cutting edge medicine, genetics and technology, you're going to love this book. If you like the occasional read about power-mad thugs who believe they are entitled to carry out any insane scheme they can concoct because you love to grind your teeth and feel your blood pressure spike, this is the book for you. If you have obtained enjoyment from people not following the old actors' adage to never work with children and animals because they always steal the show, you're going to love Kane the war dog. (He's an absolute treasure.) If you like a bit of comic relief, then Kowalski's your man.

Were there any huge surprises in the plot for me? No, unless you count the fact that these characters are much more developed than the characters in most thrillers. Did I feel as though I were missing something by joining this eight-book series with the most recent adventure? Not at all. This book hit the ground running and the action never let up. I will admit that I'd like to check into previous books in the series because I enjoyed some of the characters so much and would like to know more about their backstories.

Was the plot always plausible? No, but-- if you really think about it-- isn't that part of the fun with thrillers like this? Lots of action, lots of things blowing up, you get to root for the Good Guys and hate the Bad Guys, and you even get to learn a few things along the way. Result: a good time was had by all... at least in this house! ...more

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May 21, 2013 Keely rated it liked it

Okay, it's way too late at night for me to be reviewing books. I purchased this book at the recommendation of a friend of mine (and fellow human-trafficking survivor) who is a HUGE fan of James Rollins. At first I could not put the book down. I was magnetized to it. However, about 2/3 of the way in, I wanted it to be done. Great little adventure; it held me to the end despite my reticence. I borrowed from the same drama as DaVinci Code, though it wasn't as creative or edge-of-your-seat obsessive Okay, it's way too late at night for me to be reviewing books. I purchased this book at the recommendation of a friend of mine (and fellow human-trafficking survivor) who is a HUGE fan of James Rollins. At first I could not put the book down. I was magnetized to it. However, about 2/3 of the way in, I wanted it to be done. Great little adventure; it held me to the end despite my reticence. I borrowed from the same drama as DaVinci Code, though it wasn't as creative or edge-of-your-seat obsessive as Dan Brown's popular fiction. Not a lot of poetry or deep literary value (I know, I'm shopping in the wrong genre!) -the characters were a bit stereotypical. I was cringing for some of the more predictable moments and felt bored with getting jerked around by the end (ironically a tactic one of his characters uses in the story), just wanting to get it over with. Not to be too hard on it- Was I expecting Shakespeare? No. It was what it was. I liked that it incorporated relevant social issues like human trafficking and the ethical issues in science. However, at the end I was a bit disappointed...

***SPOILER ALERT***

The last pages revealed a scenario of damsels-in-distress saved by loyal, brawny soldiers, and the BAD bad guy turned out to be a Jewish woman who was head of the conspiracy. ?! WTH, James?! What a buncha crap! Ok, whatever. Kinda tasteless, if you ask me. (And no foreshadowing of this element, or building of this character, so it didn't pack the punch it could have.) And the Pres., who took out his revenge on the woman who was head of the conspiracy, was not believable- it was too cruel for his character- something the undeveloped villainess would have more likely done, but not the "innocent" Pres. (I could go on but don't want to reveal TOO much, in case you pick it up to while away a couple summer days.) One of the supporting characters, a mixed race person with partial Asian heritage, was badly stereotyped towards the end, cherry blossoms and all. (I was waiting to see the pseudo-asian accent that characters in asian porn might use.) I wonder if Rollins rushed the last 100 pages just to get through them, like I did? The thrills were good up to a point, but he lost my trust as a reader towards pg 300. Thank God, he did not kill the dog. Thank you, James! Loved the dog & handler.

In addition to his knowledge of science and some human rights issues, I would encourage the author (now that I've won his favor by criticizing his book so gently) to expand his multicultural awareness and awareness of gender and cultural stereotypes. It made the novel seem outdated, despite his efforts to write a story with a multicultural cast. The nova-sci didn't make up for the white-bread storyline and characters. It would also be fun to see cutting edge tech in the hands of the heroes more!

Did I get my money's worth? Absolutely! It was a couple steps up from romance novels. Is it a book I'll ever read again? Nope... I probably won't pick up the others in this series, either, but I'm glad I checked it out. It was fun. ...more

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Jul 04, 2012 Jackie rated it liked it

Hmmm, let me think: what is this one supposed to be? A thriller? An expose of certain medical experiments? Science fiction? It seemed like there was a bit of almost everything in this one. And while I mostly enjoyed reading this book, I'm not sure I'd highly recommend it.

Aside from the totally unnecessary offensive language and some violence that is more graphic than I enjoy I was pretty well riveted to this book - while I was reading it. But when I finished it and had some time to think, I don' ...more

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Aug 02, 2013 Ram rated it liked it

Shelves: fiction

I read this book in a few days (a plus ). It flows and is good entertainment. The action is ok and allot of it. The characters are very one sided and the story itself seems unlikely to me. I somehow do not connect to stories where the hero's go from one near death to another all the time and somehow manage to survive against all odds. Most of the characters where the super trained commando type, which can beat anything. They do not seem to have any other side. There was a pathetic attempt to giv ...more

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Jun 26, 2012 Paula Howard rated it it was amazing

Blood Line is the latest Sigma Force novel by James Rollins. The Sigma Force - Grey, Sechan, Kat, Monk, Lowalski, Lisa and Painter, are joined by ex-military Tucker and his heroic war dog, Kane. Sigma Force must track down President Gant's pregnant daughter who has been kidnapped. To complicate the situation, President Gant is suspected by the head of Sigma, Painter as being the head of the Guild. The Guild is the shadowy group that endangers the safety of the world and Sigma. This is by far the ...more

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Apr 25, 2017 Rex Fuller rated it really liked it

I've tried several times to become a Rollins fan. It just never quite took. But that's not to say anything negative about this one. It has all of the cliff-hangers and double twists that Rollins is so good at. Plus, this one has a war dog as a key character. Quite enjoyable. ...more

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Mar 30, 2016 Christine rated it it was amazing

very hard to put James Rollins books down and fix dinner or go to work.

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Aug 07, 2020 Melanie rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: thriller, own-print

Bloodline was another excellent addition to the Sigma Force series with an action-packed plot full of twists and turns.

After the U.S. President's pregnant daughter is kidnapped by Somali pirates, Commander Gray Pierce of Sigma Force is sent to lead the rescue mission. Headed into a remote African mountain village, Gray and his team are joined by former Army Ranger Captain Tucker Wayne and his military war dog, Kane. But as the group closes in on the enemy, Gray begins to suspect the kidnapping i Bloodline was another excellent addition to the Sigma Force series with an action-packed plot full of twists and turns.

After the U.S. President's pregnant daughter is kidnapped by Somali pirates, Commander Gray Pierce of Sigma Force is sent to lead the rescue mission. Headed into a remote African mountain village, Gray and his team are joined by former Army Ranger Captain Tucker Wayne and his military war dog, Kane. But as the group closes in on the enemy, Gray begins to suspect the kidnapping is only the tip of the iceberg. And once it becomes clear the Guild is involved, Gray is in a race to stop the shadowy organization before it's too late.

As with most of the books in this series, Bloodline follows two plotlines that eventually merge into an action-packed finale. First we're following Gray's group in the search for the President's daughter. This plotline is action-packed with Gray's group always one step behind the enemy following them from Africa to Dubai and ultimately back to the United States. The second plotline follows Kat and Lisa stateside researching into why someone would kidnap Amanda after it becomes clear it's not for political reasons. Kat and Lisa's plot is a bit slower but it does have it's suspenseful moments. Once the two plots merge, the book is fast paced and keeps you guessing until the very end. Overall I enjoyed both storylines with a slight preference for Gray's due to it being more action focused.

The characters are where this series really shines and I enjoy them more with each book. This book brings in some new characters who previously only showed up in a novella, Tucker and his war dog Kane. I really enjoy both of the characters and I will definitely be checking out their spin-off series soon. My favorite character in the series is Seichan and I was happy to see she has a larger role in Bloodline compared to some of the other books. I really enjoy her relationship with Gray and it's been fun watching it develop over the course of the series. A big focus of this book is on the Guild, the shadow version of Sigma. It was great getting to really delve into the group's background and I'm curious about what their future holds after the events of this book.

Overall Bloodline was a fantastic read and I'm really enjoying the Sigma Force series. I will definitely be picking up the next book, The Eye of God, as soon as possible. ...more

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Oct 19, 2017 Ritesh Jaiswal rated it liked it

It's an ok read. Not as good as other Sigma Force novels. The one theme that continues in this book is that there are a few loopholes in the scientific/historical explanation given by the author. The arguments, though well-researched, are not very strong and convincing and appear somewhat semi-cooked. Anyway, it's a one-time read. If you are a James Rollins fan, then read this. If you haven't read his other books, I suggest reading The Black Order and The Map of Bones over this. ...more

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Jan 09, 2019 Candy Mayer rated it really liked it

These books are a little far fetched...until you read what is true at the end of the book! But with a little suspension of reality, they are definitely page turners...non stop action with some history thrown in.

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