Deep Fathom

by James Rollins
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Good Books rating 3.75
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 9331
  • Added: 2025-12-24
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9781409147336
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2013-05-23
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 4

Ex-Navy SEAL Jack Kirkland is on a deep-sea salvage mission when the world begins to unravel. Surfacing to find the Earth in chaos, he must navigate a series of catastrophic events triggered by a millennium eclipse. With the President and Air Force One missing, Kirkland embarks on a desperate quest to uncover a secret hidden in the ocean's darkest depths, one that could change the course of history. /n/n The novel combines high-stakes adventure with a race against time, as Kirkland and his crew battle not only the elements but also a sinister force that threatens global annihilation. Rollins' signature blend of action, suspense, and scientific intrigue makes 'Deep Fathom' a thrilling ride from start to finish.

Reviews
LibraryCat · 2025-12-24
thrilling 4.50

The book is praised for its action-packed nature and thorough entertainment value. It is compared favorably to the author's previous work, Subterranean.

The reviewer enjoyed James Rollins' previous book, Subterranean, and found Deep Fathom to be another action-packed thriller that entertained them thoroughly. They appreciate the fast-paced nature of the story and the way it keeps the reader engaged from start to finish. The reviewer suggests that fans of Rollins' work will not be disappointed with this novel.

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    I had enjoyed James Rollins previous book, 'Subterranean'.

    I must admit I found this to be another action-packed thriller which entertained me thoroughly.

    The reviewer suggests that fans of Rollins' work will not be disappointed with this novel.

Readers Lane · 2019-06-03
intriguing 3.50

The book is a thrilling adventure with a compelling protagonist trying to escape his past. The archaeological mystery is fascinating, but the villains are one-dimensional.

This review highlights the book's strengths in pacing and action, making it a thrilling read. The protagonist's journey to escape his past adds depth to the story. The archaeological mystery is intriguing, keeping readers engaged. However, the villains are criticized for being cardboard and not well-developed, which slightly detracts from the overall experience. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to blend reality with conspiracy, making it an adventurous read. The pacing is noted as great, ensuring that the story moves quickly and keeps the reader hooked.

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    Great pacing; tons of action; fascinating archaeological mystery.

    Cardboard villains; occasional difficulties with suspension of disbelief.

    A thrilling adventure with a compelling protagonist trying to escape his past.

Errant Dreams · 2007-08-02
intriguing 3.50

The book is praised for its great pacing and action, but the villains are criticized for being one-dimensional. The archaeological mystery is fascinating.

This review emphasizes the book's strengths in pacing and action, making it a thrilling read. The protagonist's journey to escape his past adds depth to the story. The archaeological mystery is intriguing, keeping readers engaged. However, the villains are criticized for being cardboard and not well-developed, which slightly detracts from the overall experience. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to blend reality with conspiracy, making it an adventurous read. The pacing is noted as great, ensuring that the story moves quickly and keeps the reader hooked.

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    Great pacing; tons of action; fascinating archaeological mystery.

    Cardboard villains; occasional difficulties with suspension of disbelief.

    A thrilling adventure with a compelling protagonist trying to escape his past.

My Reading Books · 2007-06-21
intriguing 3.50

The book is a thrilling adventure with a typical thriller plotline. The underwater world and ancient civilization are intriguing.

This review highlights the book's strengths in creating a thrilling adventure with a typical thriller plotline. The underwater world and ancient civilization are intriguing, adding depth to the story. The reviewer appreciates the book's ability to blend reality with conspiracy, making it an adventurous read. The pacing is noted as great, ensuring that the story moves quickly and keeps the reader hooked. The protagonist's journey to escape his past adds depth to the story, making it a compelling read.

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    In this book, we are transported to an underwater world and an ancient civilization.

    The end of the world is looming, a typical thrillerish plotline.

    A thrilling adventure with a typical thriller plotline.

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