Valhalla Rising (Abridged) Audiobook, by Clive Cussler Play Audiobook Sample

Valhalla Rising (Abridged) Audiobook

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Read By: Ron McLarty Publisher: Penguin Audio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 4.00 hours at 1.5x Speed 3.00 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Dirk Pitt Novels Release Date: August 2001 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781101154434

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

57

Longest Chapter Length:

07:16 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

04:33 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

06:24 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

77

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Publisher Description

It is July 2003. In the middle of its maiden voyage, the luxury cruise ship Emerald Dolphin suddenly catches fire and sinks. What caused it? Why didn't the alarms go off? What was its connection to the revolutionary new engines powering the ship? NUMA special projects director Dirk Pitt races to rescue the passengers and investigate the disaster, but he has no idea of the bizarre events that are about to engulf him.Before the next few weeks are over, Pitt will find himself confronted by an extraordinary series of monsters, both human and mechanical, modern and ancient. He will tread upon territory previously known only to legend. And, at the end of it all, though many lives will be lost, and many saved, it is Pitt's own life that will be changed forever...Filled with dazzling suspense and breathtaking action, Valhalla Rising is Cussler at the height of his storytelling powers.

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"There isn't a Dirk Pitt adventure that I haven't loved! Clive Cussler writes fantastic novels that stretch the believability factor but never the imagination. His adventures are all something that really could happen using smarts and technology. Dirk always gets the bad guy (or gal). The books always introduce a few different plots happening at the same time which seemingly have absolutely nothing to do with each other but somehow are all tied together. The process of tying them together is fascinating and really keeps you turning pages. This one has Vikings, pirates, luxury liners, luxury submarines, oil tankers, oil conglomerates and one really really bad character with more money than brains. This is one of the few series that really don't have to be read in sequence. Simply spectacular!"

— Barbara (5 out of 5 stars)

Valhalla Rising Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.57142857142857 out of 53.57142857142857 out of 53.57142857142857 out of 53.57142857142857 out of 53.57142857142857 out of 5 (3.57)
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3 Stars: 11
2 Stars: 3
1 Stars: 2
Narration: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 (5.00)
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Story: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 (4.00)
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  • 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, 1/24/2019
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love the Dirk Pitt Novels by Clive Clusser. He handles murder and mayhem in such a light way that you can't help but like it. Dirk is a great hero. "

    — Phyllis, 2/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was my first time reading Clive Cussler and I'm very impressed! I found myself quickly turning through the pages of several exciting adventures. I enjoyed his ability to describe in such detail and he has added so much class to his characters. I will be seeking more of his books. "

    — Pam, 2/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I can't tell if I'm tiring of soon-to-be hackneyed plot lines or if this book is just on the blander side. Without spoiling too much, the real life Characters of Clive's family becoming part of the cast is tiresome. I'm sure it makes the family reunions sparkle in self-important revelrie, but couldn't you just stop it after "Dirk"? "

    — Brent, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " So horrible it was like watching a car wreck "

    — Dan, 11/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " An excellent adventure with a surprise ending. "

    — Thomas, 11/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is one of my all time favorite Cussler books. I look forward to rereading this book in the near future. The first time I read this was on a trip home from Oregon to SoCal, it helped the time go by real fast! "

    — Sami, 11/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I enjoy this thriller although I found it had way too much suspense in it. You will find yourself tangled in ancient Viking runes, diving in Captain Memo's nautilus, and flying with the Red Baron in Manhattan. You will experience the never ending wild adventures featuring Pitt and his pal Giordino. "

    — Toni, 10/18/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I can't believe how many of these I've read, I grew up reading these stories "

    — Michael, 10/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I can't say it enough - as formulaic as these novels are - I STILL want a Dirk Pitt in my life. "

    — Shelel, 10/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Don't remember a whole lot about this one, but as usual, the side story is vastly more interesting than the main story. "

    — Rusty, 10/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " A little trite especially when the author shows up to rescue the hero. "

    — Kellie, 9/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " As much as I like the Dirk Pitt series, this one got a little corny - what with the teleportation stuff and all. But still a fun read. "

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

    " Despite the glaring plot holes, the idea was brilliant and this remains my favorite among the Dirk Pitt novels. "

    — Christine, 6/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This is a good adventure. Dirt Pitt is fun, but I love his side kick. "

    — kay, 1/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The is my "for the aeroplane..." bookshelf. It's reserved for the good old fashioned adventure or mystery novel, perfect for beach reading or for long haul flights. "

    — Arna, 12/4/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I must have read this book years ago, and recently enjoyed it again. Dirk Pitt as usual getting into and out of scrapes along the way while saving the world! "

    — Jane, 10/23/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Have been a Cussler fan for years, didn't disappoint. "

    — Sandi, 8/11/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This truly captivating story, with next to no dull parts. I would advise anyone with an appetite for adventure to read this book. Clive Cussler consistently does a great job of not only catching the readers attention, but continuing to hold on to it until the end of the book. "

    — Josie, 6/24/2012
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Skip this one...it's only mildly entertaining as far as plot, and oh boy is it outdated in its treatment of women!!! "

    — Jessica, 6/13/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Another Dirk Pitt novel. I believe this one started with a story of the Vikings in America. "

    — Mandi, 2/1/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Got a little far-fetched. "

    — Cactuskid2, 12/30/2011
  • 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: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    — Leonhard, 10/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I was pleasantly surprised with this book. It was entertaining, fast paced and full of adventure. Just a fun read. "

    — Abram, 9/5/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Dirk Pitt never disappoints. Enjoyably predictable. "

    — Jasonchicks, 6/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Whatever Dirk Pitt, his kids and his friends are up to, it's a must-read for me! "

    — Elizabeth, 6/8/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Another great Clive Cussler thriller - almost seemed to be too many stories going on but it all came together in a great way. "

    — Rick, 6/7/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A fun Dirk Pitt novel. The funny thing about this book is it takes place in 2012, and a radical brother/sister duo are trying to create chaos and uprising all across the Middle East. With current events how they are, the whole book is a little ironic. But this book is good for a fun read. "

    — Christine, 6/3/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Don't judge. I read Clive Cussler for the same reason I watch cheesy disaster movies: no brain power required and the good guys win. "

    — Christy, 4/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Silly but entertaining, ties in history and science plausibly "

    — Fred, 4/27/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Not a ton of substance to a Dirk Pitt adventure, but this one - like the others - is full of action and adventure and an interesting story. "

    — Chris, 4/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " typical for the dirk pitt series "

    — Sheldon, 4/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Better than the average Dirk Pitt book because it had all the characters involved and the plot was modern and interesting. I had to read this book in little snippets so I didn't get to enjoy it as much as I would have liked but it was still a good "escape" book. "

    — Michelle, 4/12/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " While the theme of terror in the Islamic world gets a bit too boring, the book weaves in historical events in a way Ken Follet and Wilbur Smith would be proud of. Good read, even during 1 entire session! "

    — Anandh, 3/27/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Another enjoyable read by the Cussler duo. "

    — Eric, 3/26/2011

About Clive Cussler

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.

About Ron McLarty

Ron McLarty is a veteran actor of television, film, and stage as well as an award-winning audiobook narrator. He has more than 100 television appearances to his credit, including as a series regular on Spencer for Hire and Law & Order. His film career began in 1977 with a performance in The Sentinel and continued with such films as The Postman, Flamingo Kid, and, most recently, How Do You Know? His stage credits include Broadway and other productions. He has narrated more than 100 audiobooks, earning nine Earphones Awards and recognition by AudioFile magazine as a Best Voice in Mystery & Suspense in 2009 and 2010. He has twice been a finalist for the prestigious Audie Awards and then won the award in 2001 for Best Mystery Narration. He is also an accomplished playwright and an acclaimed novelist.