Helpful Score: 7
Well, I quite enjoyed this latest Cussler novel! As in all of his books, it was a page-turning adventure. In this one, Dirk Pitt and NUMA save the world from an evil Canadian energy mogul and along the way find a way to stop global warming! As usual the events were somewhat far-fetched and included the usual coincidences but it was full of action and interesting ideas. I also really found interesting the information about Franklin's lost expedition in the 1840's in search of the Northwest Passage. I always learn something new when I read Cussler's novels.
Helpful Score: 1
This Dirk Pitt story, while it is entertaining, does not have the same zing as when Clive Cussler wrote by himself. Clive is slowing down or Dirk Cussler (son) is diluting the action. Dirk Pitt and Clive Cussler ARE aging (aren't we all) and maybe that is what I notice. The general tone of the story relating to "global warming" tends to be a little preachy with a highly imaginative "solution" that is put forth. All in all, this one has the good guys and the bad guys and a good story line. Just no excitement.
Better than others, more exciting to read about Dirk Pitt and family involved.
This is a classic Dirk Pitt book, and now has his children involved as well. I really liked it.
Another mission impossible story
I really enjoyed this one. The plot was not as out there as some of the other more recent Cussler books I have read. As usual ending was too neat and problems resolved a little unrealistically.
solid 3 star book. Cussler is a great writer and the Dirk Pitt series is probably one of the best character series I've read, even if you read them out of order. As Cussler gets older, and Dirk Pitt, I'm finding that the books aren't as good as they used to be. The addition of the son and daughter twins at the end of the last true Dirk Pitt adventure was the start of the decline, in my opinion, and this book is no different. Compouding that is the addition of other authors who aren't nearly as good at writing as Cussler and it's clear when you read the book that Cussler merely oversaw, and didn't write the whole thing. Still, not a bad book, a bit contrived at times, but entertaining.
Dirk Pitt is now NUMA Director, and his 2 kids are now in on the action. This is pure action / adventure / excitement, and pure Cussler. If you're a fan, you'll know what I mean.
Arctic Drift points out the dangers of global warming and the potential damages to our fragile world. Dirk Pitt is showing his age as well as his comrade in arms Al Giordino.
As with all Clive Cussler novels the story is well written and a nail biting page turner. For those looking for a good mystery I would recommend this novel.
As with all Clive Cussler novels the story is well written and a nail biting page turner. For those looking for a good mystery I would recommend this novel.
Clive Cussler never ceases to amaze, amuse and delight.
