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The Last Odyssey: A Thriller

Sigma Force Novels, Book 21

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The Last Odyssey: A Thriller

By: James Rollins
Narrated by: Christian Baskous
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To save the world and our future, Sigma Force must embark on a dangerous odyssey into an ancient past whose horrors are all too present in this pause-resisting thriller from number one New York Times best-selling author James Rollins that combines cutting-edge science, historical mystery, mythology, and pulse-pounding action.

For eons, the city of Troy - whose legendary fall was detailed in Homer’s Iliad - was believed to be myth, until archaeologists in the 19th century uncovered its ancient walls buried beneath the sands. If Troy was real, how much of Homer’s twin tales of gods and monsters, curses and miracles - The Iliad and The Odyssey - could also be true and awaiting discovery?

In the frozen tundra of Greenland, a group of modern-day researchers stumble on a shocking find: a medieval ship buried a half-mile below the ice. The ship’s hold contains a collection of even older artifacts - tools of war - dating back to the Bronze Age. Inside the captain’s cabin is a magnificent treasure that is as priceless as it is miraculous: a clockwork gold map imbedded with an intricate silver astrolabe. The mechanism was crafted by a group of Muslim inventors - the Banu Musa brothers - considered by many to be the Da Vincis of the Arab world - brilliant scientists who inspired Leonardo’s own work.

Once activated, the moving map traces the path of Odysseus’s famous ship as it sailed away from Troy. But the route detours as the map opens to reveal a fiery river leading to a hidden realm underneath the Mediterranean Sea. It is the subterranean world of Tartarus, the Greek name for Hell. In mythology, Tartarus was where the wicked were punished and the monstrous Titans of old, imprisoned.

When word of Tartarus spreads - and of the cache of miraculous weapons said to be hidden there - tensions explode in this volatile region where Turks battle Kurds, terrorists wage war, and civilians suffer untold horrors. The phantasmagoric horrors found in Homer’s tales are all too real - and could be unleashed upon the world. Whoever possesses them can use their awesome power to control the future of humanity.

Now, Sigma Force must go where humans fear to tread. To prevent a tyrant from igniting a global war, they must cross the very gates of Hell.

©2020 James Rollins (P)2020 HarperAudio
Action & Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Military Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Suspense Thriller & Suspense War & Military Magic Mythology Thriller Ancient Greece Greek Mythology War Ancient History Middle Ages Exciting
Engaging Historical Blend • Thrilling Action Sequences • Excellent Pacing • Deep Personalities • Well-developed Characters
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I love all Sigma force book. The characters have great deep personalities and their interactions with each other are so funny at times make the storyline so much better.

Another great Sigma Force Book

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This book was great It kept me guessing until the end. The Suprise’s just kept coming. Another book that was hard to turn off at night

Great book loved it

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Wow, this book has a bit of everything, jam packed with excitement lots is explosions, gunfire and really bad guys. Edge of the seat heroics a great read thoroughly enjoyed it looking forward to the next Sigma book and predictions. Narration was perfection as usual.

WOW WHAT A JOURNEY

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James Rollins is one of the greatest story tellers of all time. And this story as always does not disappoint.

One of the greatest

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There were too many subplots and characters to follow as an audio book. I am always doing "something else" like driving . Stopping the book and starting it again the next day got confusing.

I got lost.

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I got the Audible version not knowing I would suddenly find myself with so time to read. So, then the print copy to read and enjoy again.

I have loved most of Rollins' books but especially the Sigma Force series. As a storyteller, Rollins always manages to weave a though-provoking tale of excitement, action, and adventure. The Last Odyssey did not disappoint. I like science with my fiction, adventure with my character development and, most of all, I like to be able to "see" what is going on. Rollins knows how to translate his action into words, make his science is comprehensible and turn his characters into my friends.

I am glad I listened to "The Last Odyssey" and now I can't wait to read it.

Hopefully, Not the Last

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The storyline was intriguing and thought provoking. The pace was fast and engaging. Unfortunately, this book fell victim to the all too common practice of late to go ridiculously overboard. Why frustrate readers by turning a semi believable action adventure into a super hero/villain fantasy.

Fascinating story

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another fantastic adventure. I can't wait for the next installment. excellent character continuation and surprising new ones.

awesome

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Again Mr. Rollins keeps you on the edge of your seat wondering how Sigma Force will get out of this one. He does a great job combining fact and fiction. The narrator really brings the story to life. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Another exciting James Rollins novel

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Great story and wonderful detailed characters. I have listened to all the Sigma books and have come to really enjoy getting to know all the characters. I missed Cat and Monk but liked getting to know Joe more. The narration was awesome as always. My only negative was the story of the Odessey wasn't as well known to me so I got lost or tuned out at times when the author went into a lot of detail. The ending as always was really exciting. Great book!

What a roller coaster ride!

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