Excavation

by James Rollins
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Good Books rating 4.17
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  • ID: 9285
  • Added: 2025-12-23
  • Updated: 2025-12-23
  • ISBN: 9781409123521
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2010-04-08
  • Reviews: 3

In the heart of the Andes, Dr. Henry Conklin makes a startling discovery: a 500-year-old mummy that defies all expectations. Meanwhile, his nephew Sam ventures deep into the South American jungle and uncovers a hidden site nestled between towering peaks, a place untouched by human eyes for millennia. The journey is fraught with peril, as ingenious traps and ancient dangers lurk around every corner. Yet, the promise of wealth beyond imagination and the allure of the unknown drive them forward. /n/n As they delve deeper into the cold, shrouded heart of a breathtaking necropolis, they encounter something both wondrous and terrifying—a creation of man, yet not humanly possible. The adventure is as heart-stopping as it is awe-inspiring, blending history, mystery, and the supernatural in a tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

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BookandReader.com · 2016-05-20
entertaining 4.00

The thrill of the story has increased, making it a successful thriller fiction. It manages to entertain for several hours, which is a testament to its engaging narrative.

This thriller fiction has a thrill that has increased over time, making it a highly entertaining read. The narrative is engaging and keeps you hooked for several hours, which is a testament to its success as a thriller. The plot is well-crafted, with plenty of twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed, and their actions drive the story forward. Overall, it's a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and provide a few hours of pure entertainment.

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    However, it seems to me that its thrill has increased.

    And it's a thriller fiction, so finally it is to succeed if a few hours entertain to the reader.

    The plot is well-crafted, with plenty of twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end.

Sammicox's WordPress Blog · 2016-04-26
thrilling 4.00

The exploration of a subterranean Incan ruin is filled with unexpected twists and turns. The narrative effectively blends suspense and mystery, making it a captivating read.

This book takes readers on an exhilarating journey into the depths of an ancient Incan ruin, where nothing is as it seems. The story is masterfully crafted, with a perfect balance of suspense and mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The setting is vividly described, and the pacing is relentless, making it a thrilling adventure from start to finish. The characters are well-developed, and their interactions add depth to the narrative. Overall, it's a gripping tale that will appeal to fans of adventure and mystery.

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    The story takes us on an exploration of a subterranean Incan ruin, we quickly discover that all is not as it seems, both above and below ground.

    The narrative effectively blends suspense and mystery, making it a captivating read.

    The setting is vividly described, and the pacing is relentless, making it a thrilling adventure from start to finish.

TracyReaderDad · 2007-11-02
enjoyable 4.50

The book is a rich tapestry of love stories, compelling characters, and intense action. It successfully balances sadness and hope, making it a truly enjoyable read.

This novel is a rich tapestry of love stories, compelling characters, and intense action. The author skillfully weaves together elements of suspense and emotion, creating a narrative that is both heartwarming and thrilling. The characters are well-developed, and their relationships add depth to the story. The balance of sadness and hope makes the book emotionally resonant, while the action sequences are gripping and well-paced. Overall, it's a book that will keep you engaged from the first page to the last.

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    Mixed in the plot are love stories, great characters, suspense, intense action, and sadness and hope.

    The characters are well-developed, and their relationships add depth to the story.

    The balance of sadness and hope makes the book emotionally resonant.

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