Atlantis Lost

James Acton Thrillers #21

by J. Robert Kennedy

WILL THE MOST IMPORTANT DISCOVERY IN HISTORY BE LOST ONCE AGAIN?

After an earthquake strikes the Azores, a discovery of unimaginable importance is made just off the coast, sending Archaeology Professor James Acton and his wife racing across the Atlantic to confirm the find—the lost city of Atlantis.

But they aren’t the first there, and those who arrived before them will stop at nothing to prevent anyone from discovering their true purpose, and it has nothing to do with the preservation of the past, but everything to do with the destruction of our future.

Genres: Fiction

268 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 28, 2018

About the author

With over one million books sold, award winning and USA Today bestselling author J. Robert Kennedy has been ranked by Amazon as the #1 Bestselling Action Adventure novelist based upon combined sales. He is the author of over fifty international bestsellers including the smash hit James Acton Thrillers. He lives with his wife and daughter and writes full-time.

Reviews

[Kate · Rating 3 out of 5]

When I bought this I didn’t realise it was part of a series and I do have to admit that although the book can be read as a stand alone, I did feel I was missing context when it came to some of the characters connections. I was expecting it to be about Atlantis itself and yes, part of it was, however there was an interesting storyline apart from the history and discovery. This book was fast paced and I found myself wanting to know what happened next. It was nice to read a book of this kind that wasn’t filled with swearing. I’ll be looking out for the first in the series.

[Ryan Rauber · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm a big fan of the series, and went into this expecting this to be one of the worst entries. Instead, I was pleasantly surprised. The storyline is more about thwarting a terrorist plot than Atlantis. There's also a subplot about the citizens of Atlantis and what lead to their eventual downfall that was intriguing as well. This book just reinforced my love for this series.

[Robynne Lozier · Rating 4 out of 5]

The men of Delta force are diving in the Azores when an earthquake uncovers an ancient city and an old coral encrusted trident. James Acton and his wife Laura Palmer are called in to investigate, but they are interrupted by another group who are placing bombs on the underwater transatlantic cables near Pico Island in the Azores. Their goal is to blow all the cables and crash the internet thus forcing humanity (in Europe and North America at least) to go back to speaking face to face instead of behind a screen.

Thanks to the help of the CIA, the members of this vigilante group and their financial backer are identifed. The Russian financier is eliminated and when the others are also captured, the leader manages to go for one last dive to blow up one more cable. That last explosion sets off another landslide and the ancient city slides off back down into oblivion again. James and Laura do have pictures and film, but no other proof.

An excellent story. Fast paced. Action packed. I do wonder just why Dylan Kane needed to be involved. He was in China, and nowhere near the Azores.

I raced through 70+ Chapters fairly quickly, and read this in less than 24 hours. 2 sittings at the most.

As for me personally, while I do beleive that Atlantis did exist, I personally do not beleive that Atlantis was located in the middle of the Atlantic. I think it was located elsewhere on this planet.

[Scottie Bryant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fast paced, great read!

Although this time, it started with the possible discovery of Atlantis, this is another Indiana Jones type story, and after 21 of the Acton Series read in the past couple of months, it still kept me entertained. I recommend swapping around to a different author and book every now and then to keep the series interesting, but any way you want to read them, you will be entertained by James and Laura Palmer!

[FredM2 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again author J. Robert Kennedy has written a great action story. This time James Acton and his wife Laura Palmer get involved in something that puts them in danger and needing the help of their many varied and talented friends. Friends include CIA, Delta Force, Interpol, and a CIA field agent. This is a very believable story and could have easily happened. It was a hard to put down book with an interesting topic. Very worth your read.

[Linda Garza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good concept of Atlantis

I like all of Acton's adventures. This book is a bit different in that James and Laura are not in every scene. The book includes many of the regular characters, so that is always nice. I appreciated the premise of motivation behind the naive group of bad guys. Loved the action!

[Mickalene · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF - 50% and skimmed to the end. Writing and plot were a bit thin, and like he was just trying too hard — rather stale. I was tolerating it but the author kept throwing in random sex scenes that just distracted from anything compelling. At times I felt like I was being morally lectured too as well. Not the book for me. If I want an archeological adventure I’ll read an older Dirk Pitt novel.

[Suki Rickey · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 21

Book 21 was an okay read and had errors throughout. The plot and characters were okay in this book. The plot of course was predictable, even with the point of view from the Atlantians. The characters are developed well, but dragged in places and the droning about technology was a bit annoying.

[Darel Krieger · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book quite a bit. I especially liked the switch between ancient times and present times. I usually don't care for this but the author made the transitions smooth and easy to follow. Definitely a good read.

[Bruce · Rating 4 out of 5]

a fast paced action story

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this series. This is a reread for me. Wish all the earlier books in this series were digital. I ordered the unavailable digital books in paperback. Yes, these books are that good.

[Penelope Sturm-Borkert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful series

I really enjoyed this book. It is always fun to read a James Acton adventure. I love the archeological aspect that is part if each book.

[Linda Kaban · Rating 5 out of 5]

I REALLY enjoyed the backstory which took place in "Atlantis." Fascinating ideas for what Atlantis might have been Mr. Kennedy.

[Sec2000 · Rating 2 out of 5]

more of a polemic than a story

Too much ranting about social media overpowers what plot is there. Not why I read the James Acton books, which I have enjoyed up until now.

[DavidJHutchins]

Unique approach to the mystery of lost Atlantis

Short but with unique twists and side stories. Recommended for an atypical Kennedy adventure tail involving this pair of adventurers.

[Normand Girard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Many stories within a story, all built around a legend - or is it

[Meryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it.

Another adventure into archaeology and the possibility that Atlantis has been found. Throw in a group of people determined to make people see that the Internet is ruining social discourse and a lot of action ensues.
Acton and friends reunited.