Amazonia

by James Rollins
Amazonia cover
Good Books rating 4.17
Adventure
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  • ID: 9281
  • Added: 2025-12-23
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9780060089061
  • Published: 2002-03-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 4

The mysterious reappearance of a CIA agent lost in Brazil four years earlier sets the stage for a thrilling expedition into the Amazon. A team of American scientists and military personnel embark on a mission to uncover the truth behind the agent's disappearance, facing the dangers and secrets of the dense rainforest./n/nThis adventure blends elements of mystery and suspense, as the team navigates the treacherous terrain and confronts the unknown. The story promises a gripping narrative filled with intrigue and action, drawing readers into a world of espionage and exploration.

Reviews
Milam's Musings · Brett Milam · 2024-11-22
harrowing 4.50

The novel is described as harrowing and disturbing, with a miraculous story woven through it. The reviewer praises the intricate plot and the vivid descriptions of the Amazon.

Brett Milam delves into the harrowing and disturbing elements of James Rollins' novel, Amazonia. They highlight the intricate plot that weaves through the story like roots, creating a vivid and immersive experience. The reviewer appreciates the detailed descriptions of the Amazon, which bring the setting to life and make the story feel authentic. Milam also notes the miraculous aspects of the narrative, which add a layer of depth and intrigue. Overall, they find the novel to be a compelling read that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish.

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    The harrowing, disturbing, and miraculous story James Rollins weaves like roots in his 2002 novel, Amazonia.

    The vivid descriptions of the Amazon bring the setting to life and make the story feel authentic.

    The intricate plot keeps the reader engaged from start to finish.

Goodreads · 2024-01-01
excellent 4.00

The book blends action, mystery, botany, and Amazonian traditions into an excellent read. However, it loses half a star for some thin plot points.

This reviewer loves how the book weaves together action, mystery, botany, and Amazonian traditions, making it a thrilling and informative read. They particularly appreciate the depth of research and the way the story brings together different elements. However, they feel that some parts of the plot are a bit thin, which is why they deducted half a star. Overall, they think it's a great adventure that keeps you engaged from start to finish.

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    I love Amazonia for blending action, mystery, botany, medicine, Amazonian tribe tradition, and rituals into this excellent read.

    Minus half a star for some thin plot points.

    This is one of those books that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Medium · Nusrat Jahan · 2023-11-11
thrilling 4.00

The book is praised for its extensive research and descriptive writing, filled with suspense and thrill. The reviewer finds it to be a well-crafted adventure novel.

Nusrat Jahan highlights the extensive research and descriptive writing in James Rollins' novel, Amazonia. They appreciate the vast information about the Amazon and the suspenseful, thrilling plot that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. Jahan finds the novel to be well-crafted, with a balance of action and description that makes it an engaging read. They also note the detailed portrayal of the Amazon's culture and tribes, which adds depth to the story. Overall, they find Amazonia to be a compelling adventure novel that showcases Rollins' skill as a writer.

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    Very well researched, descriptive, filled with vast information about Amazon, full of suspense and thrill that you can't even guess what is coming next.

    The detailed portrayal of the Amazon's culture and tribes adds depth to the story.

    A well-crafted adventure novel that showcases Rollins' skill as a writer.

Fantasy Literature · 2003-01-01
gripping 4.20

The action sequences are praised for being vivid and engaging, likened to a summer movie blockbuster. The reviewer finds the novel to be a gripping adventure.

The reviewer from Fantasy Literature praises James Rollins' ability to write vivid and engaging action sequences in Amazonia. They compare the action to a summer movie blockbuster, highlighting the immersive and thrilling experience it provides. The reviewer finds the novel to be a gripping adventure, with a fast-paced plot that keeps the reader hooked. They also appreciate the detailed descriptions of the Amazon, which add authenticity to the story. Overall, they find Amazonia to be a compelling read that showcases Rollins' talent for writing action-packed adventures.

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    Rollins really shines when it comes to writing action. The sequences he writes come alive and play out in your mind like a summer movie blockbuster.

    A gripping adventure with a fast-paced plot that keeps the reader hooked.

    The detailed descriptions of the Amazon add authenticity to the story.

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