“James Rollins knows adventure.”
—Chicago Sun Times
Subterranean is the novel that launched the spectacular career of James Rollins, author of the mach-speed, New York Times bestselling blockbusters Map of Bones, Black Order, The Judas Strain, The Doomsday Key, and so many others. Rollins fans—and aficionados of his contemporaries, Clive Cussler and Dan Brown—can return to the beginning with this breathtaking tale of exploration and dark secrets hidden beneath the Antarctic ice, and see why the Providence Journal-Bulletin has named Rollins, “The modern master of the action thriller.”
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"Subterranean by James Rollins was the first book by this author I read. On a final family trip with my late husband, we started listening to this author for the first time. I was hooked. This book takes place in one of my favorite locations, the Antartic. It takes place underground and features unknown humans and dinosaur type predators. Mr. Rollin's books are a trill ride from start to finish. "
— Suntea (5 out of 5 stars)
“A gripping deep Earth adventure.”
— Charles Pellegrino, New York Times bestselling author" Not my favorite Rollins. "
— Peggy, 2/16/2014" An interesting story with thoughtful possibilities "
— Ben, 2/11/2014" Read a third and didn't like it. "
— Brad, 2/10/2014" This book was ok, but I didn't find it as good as his other books. I kept reading mostly because I wanted to see how the child got out of this story. I think I will stay with Rollins' non-monster books. "
— Diane, 2/7/2014" Wow. If you're in the mood for a thriller that will keep you up all night (to finish it), make you forget about dinner and make you jump at loud noises then you should read this book. I was surprised at how much I loved it but once I picked it up I couldn't put it down. "
— Samantha, 1/29/2014" I've been looking for a new author to start reading who does not ghost write (any suggestions?) and kind of made a mistake with this one. I was unimpressed with the way that the story dragged on. It was predictable and I could only read one or two pages before my eyelids began to get very heavy. The only way that I would recommend it is if you are truly trying to fall asleep but can't do it. "
— Elizabeth, 1/26/2014" I forgot I read this book on someone's recommendation about a year ago- it was a good adventure/thriller/fantasy with scientific underpinnings. A good combination. "
— Liz, 1/24/2014" Typical mind releasing escapism. "
— Erik, 1/20/2014" Fun combination of Journey to the Center of the Earth and a modern thriller, set at the Antarctic Station. Lots of twists and turns, plus a bit of a love story. "
— Jean, 1/5/2014" First book as James Rollins (aka James Clemens) and my favorite mostly because I'm fascinated by caves. "
— Betsy, 12/17/2013" usual good James Rollins adventure story with lots of action and twists, and a nod to natural selection theories taken to new levels. The caving parts made me a little claustrophobic. "
— Lillian, 12/10/2013" So far this is my favourite of his stand alone books. Mixture of The Lost Continent and The Land That Time Forgot. Weird creatures and lost civilizations, excellent I couldn't put it down. "
— Karen, 9/26/2013" This was a great debut (as James Rollins) novel! I loved it, the science, and it was just awesome! And there's a very really chance that there could be life down there! Just incredible! I loved it! "
— Louisa, 9/20/2013" Very formulaic. Well written, though. I prefer the later novels of Rollins much more. "
— Amy, 7/8/2013" Rollins has great adventure-driven ideas but really I'm not sure he's so fond of the human race. (That's OK; I personally don't like centipedes.) When you read his many books, you'll find that there's a glaring formula feel to them but he always surprises you. "
— Lisa/Bluestem, 11/12/2012" A groupo of scientists and soldiers travel into the depths of Antartica to search for a prior team which has been lost. What they find is interesting, but something which I do not believe could happen. But it was a good story with lost of thrills. "
— Anne, 9/15/2012" Good fun - anthropology, spelunking and evolutionary biology! "
— Tory, 9/13/2012" It took me awhile to get into this book, but once I did I was hooked. "
— Niteowl4ever, 9/9/2012" It was good reading but a 'little too far-fetched' for me with the various underworld creatures. "
— Garygriffin, 8/20/2012" James Rollins has quickly become my favorite author. Even though the story line was mostly predictable and kind of cliche, it is non-stop action from start to finish so it is still a fun read. "
— Brendan, 6/28/2012" Good escape literature. Pretty far fetched though. "
— Jana, 2/18/2012" I like these books for listening to while driving to a far away destination, they are definately a guilty pleasure, a box of sugary donuts, a case of twinkies. "
— Marianne, 11/26/2011" Another good read, takes place underground and has some creepy reptiles in the story but a page turner for sure. "
— Julian, 11/2/2011" written well, it does goes way out there. A little to sci-fi for a thriller "
— Randy, 5/8/2011" A group of researchers are sent to a subterranean base for not only research, but to find the previous group who disappeared a few months ago. "
— Nana, 4/11/2011" Another good read, takes place underground and has some creepy reptiles in the story but a page turner for sure. "
— Julian, 3/28/2011" I bought this when it was first published and devoured it in a day or so. For the first thriller novel Rollins' wrote, it holds up very well. That first book made me a life-long fan of his work. "
— Clifford, 3/10/2011" It took me awhile to get into this book, but once I did I was hooked. "
— Niteowl4ever, 3/8/2011" it was alright i guess. ive read better from him. "
— Ron, 3/5/2011" I don't know. It may be that I have read too many of Rollins works that almost seem real, but this one is a bit off for me. Not that bad a story, but it is stretching the willingness to believe a bit too far. Still, not hard to keep reading and the whole think wraps up nicely. "
— Tom, 2/28/2011" Not my favourite Rollins book. Just too much fantasy for my taste. I did finish it to see what happened but it's not one I would recommend . I much prefer his Sigma Force series. "
— Lauren, 1/28/2011" I love his books - so full of non-stop action and adventure. This was similar to his book Amazonia which is my favorite of all of his books (that I have read so far). It takes place under a volcano in Antarctica - I won't say anymore, but this was a great read. "
— Laureen, 1/23/2011" Good escape literature. Pretty far fetched though. "
— Jana, 1/16/2011" Fascinating story! It certainly makes one wonder if this could be possible! Stayed on the edge of my seat during the whole time I was reading! Creatures abound in this one! Could there really be a whole different world below the Ice? "
— Beth, 1/12/2011" I think of all the books by James Rollins, this is my favorite. "
— Lynn, 1/6/2011James Rollins is the author of New York Times bestselling thrillers. His writing has been translated into more than forty languages and has sold more than 20 million books.
John Meagher is a graphic designer and voice-over artist. He is also the author of the Tales of the Left Hand series, which he started writing as a side project to practice his narration skills. He lives in Virginia with his family.