The Thief, Clive Cussler
The Thief, Clive Cussler
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The Thief

Author: Clive Cussler, Justin Scott

Narrator: Scott Brick

Unabridged: 9 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 03/06/2012


Synopsis

On the ocean liner Mauretania, two European scientists with a dramatic new invention are barely rescued from abduction by the Van Dorn Detective Agency's intrepid chief investigator, Isaac Bell. Unfortunately, they are not so lucky the second time. The thugs attack again-and this time one of the scientists dies. What are they holding that is so precious? Only something that will revolutionize business and popular culture-and perhaps something more.

For war clouds are looming, and a ruthless espionage agent has spotted a priceless opportunity to give the Germans an edge. It is up to Isaac Bell to figure out who he is, what he is up to, and stop him. But he may already be too late . . . and the future of the world may just hang in the balance.

About Clive Cussler

During a very active, interesting life, author. Clive Cussler became interested in writing. He was in the Air Force during the Korean War followed by a career in advertising writing award winning commercials. In 1996 he wrote his first notification work, The Sea Hunters. From that work he was awarded a Doctor of Letters degree, with his work being accepted in lieu of a thesis. Then, in 2002 he was awarded the Naval Heritage Award for his efforts in the subject of marine exploration. He is also a Fellow in three prestigious marine organizations.

In keeping with his marine interests, his books revolved around character, Dirk Pitt, who was a marine engineer, government agent, and adventurer. His first two novels were more traditional maritime thrillers, but the third, Raise the Titanic, established his iconic style.....a blend of high adventure and high technology involving villains, sunken treasure, and beautiful women.

Cussler writes in the style like fellow authors, Michael Crichton, creating techno - thrillers that do not depend on any certain settings with great spectacular and outlandish plot devices. He has had more than seventeen titles on the New York Times fiction best seller list.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jay on May 29, 2022

Another rousing adventure tale by Cussler and a co-author. I haven't really enjoyed many of the co-authored books as much as his first twenty or so, but this one was an exception.......more

Goodreads review by Howard on February 22, 2024

5 Stars for The Thief: Isaac Bell, Book 5 (audiobook) by Clive Cussler and Justin Scott read by Scott Brick. This is a wonderful story woven around great historic characters and events. It’s packed full of action with great characters and plot twists. I just love this series, I can’t wait for the ne......more

Goodreads review by Bodosika on February 19, 2021

It seems I will be reading more of Clive Cussler soon. This was an interesting and suspenseful read and I give it 3 🌟......more

Goodreads review by Eli - on July 31, 2019

Another very enjoyable Isaac Bell story, can't wait to read the next one!......more

Goodreads review by Mahlon on May 19, 2016

Book 5 in the Isaac Bell series, this time Isaac is sworn to protect an inventor and his machine which may change motion pictures forever, in the process, Isaac investigates a movie studio which may not be all it appears to be. My only criticism of this Bell adventure is that the epilogue felt tacked......more


Quotes

“Bell just keeps getting more interesting. Cussler is turning out some of his best work.” —Booklist
 
“Clive the Incredible.”—Kirkus Reviews