Valhalla Rising (Dirk Pitt, #16)
by Clive Cussler
Valhalla Rising by Clive Cussler holds a well received rating of 3.92 out of 5, based on 17.3K reader ratings. First published in 2001. The book spans 528 pages.
About Valhalla Rising
Marine explorer Dirk Pitt must rely on the nautical lore of Jules Verne to stop a ruthless oil baron with his sights set on political power in this #1 New York Times-bestselling series.In the middle of its maiden voyage, a luxury cruise ship using revolutionary new engines suddenly catches fire and sinks. Its alarms stay silent; its sprinkler system remains inactive. Nearby NUMA special projects director Dirk Pitt notices smoke and races to the rescue. He's too late to save the engineer behind the ship's new technology, but helps the man's daughter, Kelly Egan, escape with her father's work in a leather briefcase.While Ms. Egan strives to uncover the hidden value in her father's inventions, Pitt is hired on by maritime insurers to investigate the wreckage. Neither are prepared for the mechanical marvels they'll soon be forced to confront. The machines could only be the stuff of legend, described in the tales of Viking explorers or the accounts of Jules Verne. And they may be Pitt and Egan's only hope when an oil tycoon with a plan of his own appears on the scene.Before journey's end, Pitt will take on a power-mad millionaire, tread upon territory previously known only to Verne's illustrious Captain Nemo, and make shocking discoveries about his own past.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Clive Cussler |
| Published | 2001 |
| Pages | 528 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.92 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,260 |
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What genre is Valhalla Rising?
Valhalla Rising is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Valhalla Rising worth reading?
Based on 17.3K reader ratings, Valhalla Rising has an average score of 3.92 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Valhalla Rising?
Valhalla Rising has 528 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Valhalla Rising?
Valhalla Rising was written by Clive Cussler. It was first published in 2001.
What is the ISBN for Valhalla Rising?
The ISBN-13 for Valhalla Rising is 9780425204050.0.
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