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This was the first published book in the best-selling Dirk Pitt series. Lots of adventure, romance, and evildoers to overcome though perhaps a bit dated. Listened the audio version reliably read by Michael Prichard.
This book mainly had great cover art. The only other good thing I can say about it is that it was part of the 'early' Dirk Pitt series. It is somewhat amusing to see the origin of the Pitt character; his early development; to observe Cussler's more polished style emerging.
But its a case of a good idea gone bad. Lurid to begin with, these tales (an attempt to concoct an American James Bond) the first 6-7 books in the series were at least, a novelty.
But that a continuing string of books has contin ...more
But its a case of a good idea gone bad. Lurid to begin with, these tales (an attempt to concoct an American James Bond) the first 6-7 books in the series were at least, a novelty.
But that a continuing string of books has contin ...more
I read an old copy of this one titled 'Mayday!' before it was re-titled in later editions and was my first foray into the Dirk Pitt series. I believe it was the first Pitt book published but has since been preceded by 'Pacific Vortex' written earlier by Clive Cussler but published later than book #2.
An interesting and plausible story-line with some unexpected twists make this a page turner and an easy read.
There is a mysogynyistic scene early in the book where the lead character slaps a female ...more
An interesting and plausible story-line with some unexpected twists make this a page turner and an easy read.
There is a mysogynyistic scene early in the book where the lead character slaps a female ...more
Fun, easy story. The regard for women in this book is lacking, but a fun read.
I liked it ok. A mindless adventure with a cool plot
