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Oceanographer Dirk Pitt traces a lost ship's mysterious cargo to a scientific discovery that could reverse the dangers of climate change in this novel in the #1 New York Times-bestselling action adventure series.
When an act of sabotage aims to slow down a technological breakthrough in American clean energy, it puts the United States on the brink of war with one of its closest allies. Tension boils on the homefront, too, as gas prices surge to an all-time high. To prevent global catastrophe, Dirk Pitt and his children, Dirk Jr. and Summer, must piece together what little records remain of the initial experiment. They may not know how it was done, but they know what their scientists were trying to accomplish: a solution for global warming.
Their only real clue might just be a mysterious silvery mineral traced to a long-ago expedition in search of the fabled Northwest Passage. But no one survived from that doomed mission. And if Pitt, his family, and his buddy Al Giordino aren't careful, the very same fate may await them…and the world.
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"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."
— Frank (4 out of 5 stars)
Arctic Drift Listener Reviews
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" The audio needs to be remixed. It has booming mid range at points and the narrator doesn't read at a regular pace and volume. Scott Brick does a superb job. "
— JMCD, 7/4/2023 -
" You get what you would expect with Mr. Cussler. He follows the formula to the letter but I hadn't read a Dirk Pitt novel in years. It was fun. "
— Brian, 2/4/2014 -
" This was a really good read. This is my first clive cussler book, and I will read more.......... Excellent "
— Erin, 1/22/2014 -
" This was not really my style of book but I needed something to read and it was at the house. It was slow moving at the beginning and very fast toward the end. It sort of read like I was watching an action movie, so perhaps a little cheesy, but entertaining nonetheless. I really give it 3.5 stars, but it doesn't allow me to do so. :) "
— Jen, 1/13/2014 -
" OK reading :) "
— Jan, 12/15/2013 -
" The twins are all grown up and Dirk and Al are up to their old tricks. I hope that Trevor and Summer get to keep the relationship into the next book... "
— Theresa, 12/13/2013 -
" Another great story by Clive Cussler. I have read all of the Dirk Pitt books now and have enjoyed everyone of them. "
— Mason, 12/7/2013 -
" Just a fast read thriller. But, I enjoyed it much better than my last bestseller choice, Dan Patterson? I think he was the author, (Double Cross). "
— Momruns5, 12/2/2013 -
" Another cookie cutter novel, but I do enjoy reading them every so often. Great book to pass the time while traveling. "
— Jason, 11/29/2013 -
" Loved this book. I'm a Clive Cussler fan to begin with, but this one is one of my Cussler favorites so far! "
— R.J., 11/16/2013 -
" Dirk, the mans like 007. He should be President. "
— Gary, 11/11/2013 -
" I thought this book was good. It was a little predictable. But the idea of a chemical which would allow for artificial photsynthesis is fun to think about. And it's an adventure which is always fun "
— Don, 10/22/2013 -
" I didn't know about anything about the Passage North of Canada. It was VERY interesting as well as an exciting mystery. I haven't read a Clive Cussler that was boring! "
— Little, 10/15/2013 -
" another classic Pitt adventure. Superb for traveling "
— Teo, 8/10/2013 -
" It seems to me that the Dirk Pitt books are actually getting better as he ages. Still lots of action and an easy, quick read. "
— Jerry, 7/26/2013 -
" A fun adventure with a background of global warming causing real problems. "
— Gene, 5/12/2013 -
" This book was entertaining and kept me guessing. I picked it up at Big Lots for $3 hardcover. I definately enjoyed the mystery and will come back to Clive Cussler for more treasure hunting books. "
— June, 4/25/2013 -
" A typical Clive Cussler book - action packed, rescues gone askew, and the bad guys get what they deserve. Fun to read. "
— Dawn, 2/4/2013 -
" What would I do with out one of my favorite travel companions? "
— Cindy, 11/30/2012 -
" This takes place a lot in Canada, and I love Dirk Pitt, so it was fun all around for me! "
— Deb, 4/23/2012 -
" Not my favourite and a bit predictable, it seems to lack some of the depth that the earlier books such as Vixon 09, Titanic, and even Sahara have , maybe 20 is enough Dirk Pitt books I dont know. If there is a 21st I hope it returns to the old style. "
— Nigel, 3/23/2012 -
" If you like science, adventure and a little bit of suspense, I'm sure you will like this book. This was my first Clive Cussler book but certainly won't be my last. "
— Rick, 1/27/2012 -
" Very good. Keeps one's interest. "
— Olean, 1/12/2012 -
" I like the way Clive Cussler started this book with historical background and kept my attention to the end. "
— Tom, 12/18/2011 -
" Except for being based on the fictitious idea of global warming (and putting its progress as actually measurable and significant), this was a fun read. Besides, even if it wasn't fun, stories about war with Canada always entertain me. (Don't ask me why, I don't really know.) "
— Scott, 11/11/2011 -
" This was better than the previous book "Treasure of Kahn". There were less of the "there's no way that would ever happen" moments, and say what you will, Cussler knows how to write and keeps your interest in the story running high. "
— Shane, 8/26/2011 -
" I love a good arctic adventure -- especially if I don't even have to get cold! "
— Wind, 6/19/2011 -
" Typical Cussler - I enjoyed it. "
— Debra, 6/11/2011 -
" Good book, <br/> <br/>This was my first Dirk Pitt novel.This is a good read! "
— Gibin, 6/8/2011 -
" Sad to see Cussler jumping on the global warming bandwagon. Fortunately, the book's prediction of gas as $10 a gallon in April 2011 didn't come true! "
— Carlo, 5/22/2011 -
" What would I do with out one of my favorite travel companions? "
— Cindy, 5/5/2011 -
" Definitely kept my attention! This is the first Clive Cussler novel I've read in years, and it is the cleanest secular novel I've read in quite a while. I enjoyed the melding of the science and the drama. Very believable. "
— Acarrawa, 5/5/2011 -
" Good action. Interesting information about the northwest passage. But just a bit over the top. "
— Kendar88, 3/27/2011 -
" Can't wait for the movie, GOOD BOOK "
— Debi, 3/22/2011 -
" I haven't read a Dirk Pitt novel since Sahara, so it was a very enjoyable and nostalgic read for me. I was, like many others apparently, confused about Dirk's ability to be in two places at once until I found out he had married and had a son named Dirk. Overall, it was a pleasure to read. "
— Steve, 3/17/2011 -
" Great book for the genre. More typical Cussler. Read it if you are a fan. "
— Sean, 3/4/2011 -
" Another implausibly fun Dirk Pitt novel... global warming, evil corporations, hero park-rangers/oceanographers and all that. "
— Brian, 2/25/2011 -
" A snoozer! I felt like I had taken a big wiff of the gas in the book as I read it. I wish I had taken a bigger gulp! "
— Grayson, 2/4/2011 -
" I like a little history thrown in my novels to sneak info into my brain, but this was pretty weak. Heavy global warming droning...predictable...meh. "
— Sarah, 1/10/2011 -
" I really enjoy the complexity of the Dirk Pitt series, and how Clive can tie all the loose ends together. "
— Noel, 1/8/2011
About the Authors
Clive Cussler (1931–2020) was the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than seventy books in several bestselling series, including Dirk Pitt, NUMA Files, Oregon Files, Isaac Bell, and Sam and Remi Fargo. Whether searching for lost aircraft or leading expeditions to find famous shipwrecks, Cussler and his NUMA crew of volunteers discovered and surveyed more than seventy-five lost ships of historic significance, including the long-lost Confederate submarine Hunley, which was raised in 2000 with much publicity.
Dirk Cussler worked for many years in the financial arena and now devotes himself full time to writing. He is the coauthor of Black Wind, Treasure of Khan, Arctic Drift, Crescent Dawn, and Poseidon’s Arrow. For the past several years, he has been an active participant and partner in his father’s NUMA expeditions and has served as president of the NUMA advisory board of trustees. He lives in Arizona.
About Richard Ferrone
Richard Ferrone recorded over 150 audiobooks including thrillers, romances, science fiction, and inspirational novels. He won the prestigious Audie Award and was a finalist for four Audie Awards, including for Best Solo Male Narrator. He was named an AudioFile "Voice of the Last Century" and a "Rising and Shining Star." He earned many AudioFile Earphones Awards, including being named the 2011 Best Voice in Mystery and Suspense as well as the 2009 Best Voice in Science Fiction and Fantasy. A science fiction fan, he narrated Kim Stanley Robinson’s Mars trilogy. He also narrated works by James Patterson, Walter Mosley, John Sandford, Eric Van Lustbader, and Stuart Woods.