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Read By: Scott Brick Publisher: Penguin Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 8.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 6.13 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Sam and Remi Fargo Adventures Release Date: September 2009 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781101154151

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

59

Longest Chapter Length:

25:51 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

05:38 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

12:33 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

77

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Publisher Description

The debut of a brand-new, action-packed series from the #1 New York Times bestselling master of ?pure entertainment? (People). Thousands of years ago, the Persian king Xerxes the Great was said to have raided the Treasury at Delphi, carrying away two solid gold pillars as tribute. In 1800, Napoleon Bonaparte and his army stumble across the pillars in the Pennine Alps. Unable to transport them Napoleon creates a map on the labels of twelve bottles of rare wine. And when Napoleon dies, the bottles disappear? Treasure hunters Sam and Remi Fargo are exploring the Great Pocomoke Swamp in Delaware when they are shocked to discover a World War II German u-boat. Inside, they find a bottle taken from Napoleon?s ?lost cellar.? Fascinated, the Fargos set out to find the rest of the collection. But another connoisseur of sorts has been looking for the bottle they?ve just found. He is Hadeon Bondaruk?a half- Russian, half-Persian millionaire. He claims to be a descendant of King Xerxes himself. And he wants his treasure back?

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"This book is about a u-boat that was found in a swamp in Delaware. Inside a bottle that was coming from napoleons lost collection. They group that finds it begins to search for the rest of the bottles. The only problem they have is that another person wants them at all costs this was an outstanding book and I recommend it to anyone who wants to read about adventure"

— Braydon (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Solidly in the Cussler tradition, this adventure thriller is sure to please fans new and old.”

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “An enjoyable thrill ride of a...read.”

    — Library Journal

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller
  • A USA Today bestseller

Spartan Gold Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.59090909090909 out of 53.59090909090909 out of 53.59090909090909 out of 53.59090909090909 out of 53.59090909090909 out of 5 (3.59)
5 Stars: 9
4 Stars: 15
3 Stars: 14
2 Stars: 5
1 Stars: 1
Narration: 4.8 out of 54.8 out of 54.8 out of 54.8 out of 54.8 out of 5 (4.80)
5 Stars: 4
4 Stars: 1
3 Stars: 0
2 Stars: 0
1 Stars: 0
Story: 4.6 out of 54.6 out of 54.6 out of 54.6 out of 54.6 out of 5 (4.60)
5 Stars: 3
4 Stars: 2
3 Stars: 0
2 Stars: 0
1 Stars: 0
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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    — Thomas Benner, 2/18/2023
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    — James King, 9/14/2022
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    — Lisa Donn, 12/16/2019
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Story Rating: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    — John Willie, 7/20/2019
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " There were some sub-plots in this one, which made it enjoyable to read. There were a couple of places where it seem to drag (definitely NOT the norm for a Cussler book), but overall a good read. The one thing I did enjoy was that the plot twisted from the beginning to the end in a slow screw-twist. I'm not going to give any spoilers, but I'd recommend this one who enjoys mysteries. "

    — Mattit, 2/12/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Fast moving, intriguing story that takes the Fargos to various places around the globe to solve the mystery they stumbled on in the course of their work. Written with Grant Blackwood. "

    — Alice, 2/2/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Cussler is alwaysfun. Characters are on a search and get into predicaments that are impossibe to escape and yet they do. This goes from the discovery of a mini German sub in a Maryland swamp to a search in the history of Bonaparte for the wine in his Lost Cellar. "

    — Betty410, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I love the style of Clive Cussler. Unapologeticly scientific and intellectual. The leads are always too smart, too athletic, and too heroic, but I love learning all the non-fiction tucked into the adventure plot. "

    — Elyse, 1/30/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " First in new adventure series featuring the married team, the Fargo's. Liked the characters interaction. Nice new change of pace. Would recommend. "

    — Michael, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Another awesome series by Clive Cussler. A fast and riveting read. "

    — Pat, 1/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Ok, but not extraordinary of the Fagos "

    — Vidar, 1/12/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I've only just started readin this book but I'm going to buy all his books as they are amazing. "

    — Thomas, 1/11/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is the first Clive Cussler book that I have read and have really enjoyed it. Easy and fast to read and and story that keeps you wanting to read more to see what happens with the good guys and the bad guys. "

    — Niki, 12/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A treasure hunting book, with a twist of cat and mouse. They were way to passive for me though, but the historical part was kind of cool. Just ok. "

    — Navajojim, 12/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Classic Cussler that keeps you on the edge of your seat. This action thriller kept me turning the pages. One of his best works. A must read for Cussler fans. "

    — J.W., 11/8/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Clive Cussler has introduced a new set of characters, a husband and wife team. It's the same Cussler formula with lots of non0-stop action. It's a fun read, and I'll probably check out the next one when it comes out. But I sure do miss Dirk Pitt. "

    — Monty, 11/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A lot of the things he writes are far fetched, but a decent read none the less. "

    — Brenda, 10/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    — Ann Palms, 9/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Getting a bit tedious, and I hate how he writes himself in as a c Amex with all the answers, rich and good looking. Very egotistical.... "

    — Leece, 8/7/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I just picked up this book and found out that Clive has created a new team of characters. If they are anything like his other "teams", this ought to be fun. "

    — Mary, 7/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Riveting. Action packed. I love Sam and Remi. "

    — Mike, 7/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " As in his previous books, starts with historical facts and leads into a great storyline. "

    — Wilfred, 5/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Really liked this book. First Cussler book for me, but I loved the husband/wife team. "

    — Sundi, 5/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " I only finished this book to see how bad it could get. I am surprised it didn't have 'Sponsored by Apple' inside the front cover with the numerous mentions of their products "

    — Barry, 8/12/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Five for intrigue "

    — Gene, 6/9/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Great action. Crazy plot twists, but well written. Cussler never lets me down. "

    — Bryan, 6/9/2012
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Listened to this on CD. As always, Mr Cussler has a lot of drama and heroics. "

    — Mary, 5/19/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I Love a good Action Adventure! "

    — Holly, 5/9/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I enjoyed the new lead characters and the interesting places they went to. "

    — Gary, 3/22/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " The Fargo couple are right along with Dirk Pitt and his crew. Great fun mixed along with awesome adventure and charaters "

    — Laura, 2/19/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It was a book about adventure of a couple - but more about the brief history of a Persian king - Xerxes. A good escapist reading as Clive Cussler's books are. "

    — Brian, 6/25/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Yet an another disappointing novel by Cussler ,A nerdy couple/treasure seekers go after a lost treasure which was found by Napoleon.This novel is to be avoided. "

    — Samuel, 6/6/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Pretty bad. Treasure hunters use The Google. Ancient history comes to hack life, in paperback form. Diverting, tho, dear reader. Divertissimo. "

    — Lee, 6/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A good read - hard yo put down. "

    — Roy, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " So far the fargo adventure is excellant! a lot of fun easy read full of adventure. I rec to anyone. It was an enjoyable read, a refreshing change to the Dirk Pitt novels but stilled delivered plenty of adventure. "

    — Lesley, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is the first Fargo adventure I have read by Clive and although I loved the book it was missing that special punch that I have come to love in other Cussler work. Great book! "

    — J.P., 5/5/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Cussler is still one of my favorite authors. Great! "

    — Carol, 4/26/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love Clive Cussler, his books always keep you guessing and keeps you interested. I really enjoyed the different dynamic in this book, instead of a single man being the main character, it is a married couple working together. I look forward to another Fargo adventure! "

    — Kiana, 4/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Yes, was a good beginning to a new series. It was good enough so that I will read the next in the series. The characters are smart and interesting. There was plenty of adventure. "

    — William, 4/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Great action. Crazy plot twists, but well written. Cussler never lets me down. "

    — Bryan, 4/8/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " just breathtaking....its like Indiana Jones tales again........will look other books of Cussler too "

    — Satyajit, 4/5/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A fun adventure from the master of adventure. This is a new series from Cussler. Sam and Rami Fargo take on whatever comes their way and take no prisoners. I can't wait to read more from this author. "

    — Sarah, 3/31/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A "National Treasure"-type story. Pretty good. Bogs down just a bit in the middle, but an enjoyable read. "

    — Sheldon, 3/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Way too preposterous. The goodguys (Sam and Remmy) are just oozing cheese. They don't want to kill the bad guys that are trying to kill them. Somehow they always get out of the tough situations and find what they need. Way too unbelievable. But some of the scenes were pretty fun. "

    — Kendar88, 3/27/2011

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.

Scott Brick, an acclaimed voice artist, screenwriter, and actor, has performed on film, television, and radio. He attended UCLA and spent ten years in a traveling Shakespeare company. Passionate about the spoken word, he has narrated a wide variety of audiobooks. winning won more than fifty AudioFile Earphones Awards and several of the prestigious Audie Awards. He was named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine and the Voice of Choice for 2016 by Booklist magazine.

About Scott Brick

Scott Brick, an acclaimed voice artist, screenwriter, and actor, has performed on film, television, and radio. He attended UCLA and spent ten years in a traveling Shakespeare company. Passionate about the spoken word, he has narrated a wide variety of audiobooks. winning won more than fifty AudioFile Earphones Awards and several of the prestigious Audie Awards. He was named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine and the Voice of Choice for 2016 by Booklist magazine.