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Zero Point
"A rollicking and engaging adventure to prevent a shocking cataclysm from the far reaches of the Atlantic Ocean."
Dirk Cussler - New York Times Bestselling author of Poseidon's Arrow.
While on a routine archaeology project in the Canary Islands, two members of The International Consortium for Artifact Preservation make an amazing discovery in an ancient burial tomb; a discovery that could lead to the location of an ancient Christian artifact. In an effort to preserve the discovery from looters, Dr. Eli Turner and Maria Santiago begin the excavation. Little do they know that malevolent eyes are watching them from above their location.
Sinister forces led by Japanese mob leader, Yagato Osama and a self-exiled industrialist, Robert Pencor are driven by greed and revenge and will stop at nothing in their effort to control the world’s newest energy source; an energy device that will make oil obsolete. Their Zero point energy devices will ultimately change the geopolitical structure of the world as we know it, but it comes with a price. The death of millions. A new and powerful weapon of mass destruction is on its final countdown to unleash nature’s ultimate fury; the likes never before witnessed by mankind.
Eli Turner’s son, and archaeologist, Josh Turner along with his longtime friend Samuel Caberra, are unwittingly thrust into a life and death struggle as the ICAP team is marked for death by Osama and Pencor in their effort to protect their plans. Adding to the danger is Alton Burr, the fanatical leader of a secular movement who will stop at nothing to ensure the ancient discoveries are never brought to light, even if it means – murder.
It’s a race against time as archaeologist, Josh Turner, and his friends, set out to stop the threat and save the lives of millions while seeking to discover the ancient artifacts before they are lost forever.
Dirk Cussler - New York Times Bestselling author of Poseidon's Arrow.
While on a routine archaeology project in the Canary Islands, two members of The International Consortium for Artifact Preservation make an amazing discovery in an ancient burial tomb; a discovery that could lead to the location of an ancient Christian artifact. In an effort to preserve the discovery from looters, Dr. Eli Turner and Maria Santiago begin the excavation. Little do they know that malevolent eyes are watching them from above their location.
Sinister forces led by Japanese mob leader, Yagato Osama and a self-exiled industrialist, Robert Pencor are driven by greed and revenge and will stop at nothing in their effort to control the world’s newest energy source; an energy device that will make oil obsolete. Their Zero point energy devices will ultimately change the geopolitical structure of the world as we know it, but it comes with a price. The death of millions. A new and powerful weapon of mass destruction is on its final countdown to unleash nature’s ultimate fury; the likes never before witnessed by mankind.
Eli Turner’s son, and archaeologist, Josh Turner along with his longtime friend Samuel Caberra, are unwittingly thrust into a life and death struggle as the ICAP team is marked for death by Osama and Pencor in their effort to protect their plans. Adding to the danger is Alton Burr, the fanatical leader of a secular movement who will stop at nothing to ensure the ancient discoveries are never brought to light, even if it means – murder.
It’s a race against time as archaeologist, Josh Turner, and his friends, set out to stop the threat and save the lives of millions while seeking to discover the ancient artifacts before they are lost forever.
422 pages, Paperback
First published May 26, 2011
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About the author
Tim Fairchild
1 book25 followersTim Fairchild was born and raised in Southern New Jersey where he grew up in a small town named Pleasantville.
Upon graduation from High School, and one year attending St. Petersburg College in Florida, he went to work for New Jersey Bell Telephone and made a thirty-two year career with them; retiring as a Central Office Switchman from Verizon Communications in 2003. Fairchild is married to his wonderful wife, Beverley for thirty-four years now and have two daughters, Melissa and Kristen.
During the years between 2000 and 2003, Fairchild discover a taste for travel and discovering new cultures with four missions trips. Two were to Honduras and one to Belize to help with hurricane relief. The final one in 2003 was to Chosica, Peru.
In 2005, Fairchild and his wife moved to the Pocono Mountains in PA where he began his writing. After six years, they again moved to their current home in the beautiful town of Oakland, Maine.
Along with a love of writing, he is also an accomplished guitarist and singer. Fairchild's breakout novel, Zero Point was a Grand Master Finalist in the Clive Cussler Collectors Society's 2012 Adventure Writers Competition. Fairchild is currently working on the next Josh Turner adventure, Blood Rain.
Upon graduation from High School, and one year attending St. Petersburg College in Florida, he went to work for New Jersey Bell Telephone and made a thirty-two year career with them; retiring as a Central Office Switchman from Verizon Communications in 2003. Fairchild is married to his wonderful wife, Beverley for thirty-four years now and have two daughters, Melissa and Kristen.
During the years between 2000 and 2003, Fairchild discover a taste for travel and discovering new cultures with four missions trips. Two were to Honduras and one to Belize to help with hurricane relief. The final one in 2003 was to Chosica, Peru.
In 2005, Fairchild and his wife moved to the Pocono Mountains in PA where he began his writing. After six years, they again moved to their current home in the beautiful town of Oakland, Maine.
Along with a love of writing, he is also an accomplished guitarist and singer. Fairchild's breakout novel, Zero Point was a Grand Master Finalist in the Clive Cussler Collectors Society's 2012 Adventure Writers Competition. Fairchild is currently working on the next Josh Turner adventure, Blood Rain.
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January 20, 2013
This could be a James Bond movie with very little problem, sinister Japanese villain, psychotic American oil magnate, anti-Christian fanatic against a quartet of dashing archaeologists. Mix futuristic free energy source, seismic protocols that can set off volcanic erruptions and an astounding archaeological discovery of Christian artifacts and you have non-stop roller-coaster action.
Good characterization, reasonably tight plotting and good storyline with only a few places that indicated this was a first book for the author.
Great entertainment for readers looking for page-turning A/A escapism. Will be interesting to see where this goes in the next book or two.
Good characterization, reasonably tight plotting and good storyline with only a few places that indicated this was a first book for the author.
Great entertainment for readers looking for page-turning A/A escapism. Will be interesting to see where this goes in the next book or two.
December 9, 2012
Zero Point - Dr. No meets Indiana Jones
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Tim Fairchild
Format: Kindle
Off the coast of New Guinea, Josh Turner and his archeology interns are celebrating the end of their three month excursion when what looks like a meteor lights a fire in the sky. A subsequent explosion and shock wave cause a killer wave to rush up on their small vessel crushing it like a toy. Only Josh and one intern survive what both believe at the time to be Mother Nature’s wrath. Months later, in the Canary Islands, Josh, his father, and their team learn that the killer event was not an accident. That a shadow organization has put in place a plan so evil and destructive that the world will never be the same. Unfortunately, there is no time to get help as the next event is imminent. Can Josh and his friends stop it in time?
Zero Point, by Tim Fairchild, starts with a heart pounding catastrophe which quickly draws the reader in. Complete with James Bond-esque evil bad guys with their elaborate hideouts and plans for world domination and Indiana Jones type adventure, the story resembles a summer popcorn blockbuster. However, I did wonder at times why the evil plans had to be so complex when the bad guys already had such resources and technology like Zero Point energy which would have allowed them to take over the world economy all on its own. But again like a bond movie, one has to accept the premise and hang on for the ride. To this end, Zero Point fits the bill well.
Overall, Fairchild’s Zero Point is a fast, fun read.
Note: A complimentary copy of this novel was provided in return for a review.
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Tim Fairchild
Format: Kindle
Off the coast of New Guinea, Josh Turner and his archeology interns are celebrating the end of their three month excursion when what looks like a meteor lights a fire in the sky. A subsequent explosion and shock wave cause a killer wave to rush up on their small vessel crushing it like a toy. Only Josh and one intern survive what both believe at the time to be Mother Nature’s wrath. Months later, in the Canary Islands, Josh, his father, and their team learn that the killer event was not an accident. That a shadow organization has put in place a plan so evil and destructive that the world will never be the same. Unfortunately, there is no time to get help as the next event is imminent. Can Josh and his friends stop it in time?
Zero Point, by Tim Fairchild, starts with a heart pounding catastrophe which quickly draws the reader in. Complete with James Bond-esque evil bad guys with their elaborate hideouts and plans for world domination and Indiana Jones type adventure, the story resembles a summer popcorn blockbuster. However, I did wonder at times why the evil plans had to be so complex when the bad guys already had such resources and technology like Zero Point energy which would have allowed them to take over the world economy all on its own. But again like a bond movie, one has to accept the premise and hang on for the ride. To this end, Zero Point fits the bill well.
Overall, Fairchild’s Zero Point is a fast, fun read.
Note: A complimentary copy of this novel was provided in return for a review.
August 8, 2012
Wow, what a story. “Zero Point” by Tim Fairchild is a fascinating tale of adventure and action. It is a true page turner which was hard to put down. From the first page to the last it had me hooked.
Tim Fairchild is an excellent storyteller and has developed a tale of espionage, terrorism, archeology, and techno-thriller all in one great story. Add a touch of Christianity and religious history to round it out and you are thrown into a high adventure thriller. The story is well developed and believable.
The characters are easy to identify with and follow. It was easy for me to place myself into each scene and follow along. It is like watching a movie or TV and wanting to shout “Watch out.” I really got into the story
I really liked this book.
I highly recommend “Zero Point” by Tim Fairchild to all age groups.
Tim Fairchild is an excellent storyteller and has developed a tale of espionage, terrorism, archeology, and techno-thriller all in one great story. Add a touch of Christianity and religious history to round it out and you are thrown into a high adventure thriller. The story is well developed and believable.
The characters are easy to identify with and follow. It was easy for me to place myself into each scene and follow along. It is like watching a movie or TV and wanting to shout “Watch out.” I really got into the story
I really liked this book.
I highly recommend “Zero Point” by Tim Fairchild to all age groups.
February 2, 2013
This is story concerning good looking archeologists, the Holy Grail, the Yakuza, the Canary Islands, tsunamis and lots of action.
This is most obviously a first novel. The writing is a little clunky at times and the characters not always fully fleshed out. However the descriptions of the scenery and machinery used is very good.
It is entertaining and fairly well paced and not too convoluted. Overall not a bad book, there are some good parts and some not so good but it shows a lot of promise. I will definitely be interested in seeing how this writer progresses and will try his future works.
This is most obviously a first novel. The writing is a little clunky at times and the characters not always fully fleshed out. However the descriptions of the scenery and machinery used is very good.
It is entertaining and fairly well paced and not too convoluted. Overall not a bad book, there are some good parts and some not so good but it shows a lot of promise. I will definitely be interested in seeing how this writer progresses and will try his future works.
October 16, 2012
I loved Zero Point, by Tim Fairchild. I knew it was a top 5 finalist in the 2012 Adventure Writer's competition sponsored by the Clive Cussler Collectors Society, so I got a Kindle version. The opening chapter is so suspenseful, I had to keep reading. Great descriptions, lots of action and just enouogh science to keep me interested without making my head swim. I'd recommend it to anyone who loves modern adventure stories and fast-paced action! Fairchild delivers it all!
February 2, 2013
ZERO POINT (Pub. 2011) by Tm Fairchild is packed with great action scenes. This story is a combo techno thriller and action-adventure, and was a Grand Master finalist in the Clive Cussler Adventure Writing contest. I've always been a fan of Cussler’s, so had to give this debut novel a read.
The story belongs in the classic high-adventure genre typical of Cussler's stories. It's a good read for the multiple plot points that tie together in the end. Josh Turner and his archeology team are returning from their latest project when they spot what looks like a meteor shooting overhead and crashing into the ocean not far from them. Within minutes, their ship is struck by an immense tsunami wave and it's all hands-on-deck, run-for-your-live action. Only Josh’s quick thinking and refusal to panic or deny the obvious save him and his young intern. I love this scene, it's one of my favorites in the book, and it’s in the first chapter.
Months later Josh and his father learn that the tsunami wave was not caused by a meteor. An evil organization has developed a deadly weapon with plans to control the world. Josh and his team must work to stop the mad plan before it's too late.
Meanwhile, the team must deal with a schizoid oil billionaire, religious fanatics, volcanic eruptions and new-found Christian artifacts that cause another wave of chaos and danger.
I like the way the book ends – with action right up to the end, and Josh set up for his next adventure.
The book is well edited and professionally presented. I give it a 5-star rating for a well-tangled plot and great non-stop action scenes; a 2-3 star rating for the overall writing, which could be tighter, and some on-the-nose dialogue.
If you enjoy Cussler's work, this story will not disappoint.
The story belongs in the classic high-adventure genre typical of Cussler's stories. It's a good read for the multiple plot points that tie together in the end. Josh Turner and his archeology team are returning from their latest project when they spot what looks like a meteor shooting overhead and crashing into the ocean not far from them. Within minutes, their ship is struck by an immense tsunami wave and it's all hands-on-deck, run-for-your-live action. Only Josh’s quick thinking and refusal to panic or deny the obvious save him and his young intern. I love this scene, it's one of my favorites in the book, and it’s in the first chapter.
Months later Josh and his father learn that the tsunami wave was not caused by a meteor. An evil organization has developed a deadly weapon with plans to control the world. Josh and his team must work to stop the mad plan before it's too late.
Meanwhile, the team must deal with a schizoid oil billionaire, religious fanatics, volcanic eruptions and new-found Christian artifacts that cause another wave of chaos and danger.
I like the way the book ends – with action right up to the end, and Josh set up for his next adventure.
The book is well edited and professionally presented. I give it a 5-star rating for a well-tangled plot and great non-stop action scenes; a 2-3 star rating for the overall writing, which could be tighter, and some on-the-nose dialogue.
If you enjoy Cussler's work, this story will not disappoint.
June 17, 2011
DISCLAIMER: The author is my uncle of this action/adventure book. I don't typically like action/adventure books, but I decided to give it a shot.
Despite the handful of good reviews from other readers, when I read in the description that the plot involves a "maniacal American industrialist and a murderous Japanese mobster", well, let's just say I didn't exactly have high-hopes... It sounded a bit cartoony to me.
Now that I'm done reading it, though, I must admit -- it was actually pretty good.
I guess I'd describe the plot and characters in terms of being somewhere between Indiana Jones and James Bond.
With this being the author's first novel, I was worried that even if the potential was there, the execution might not be.
Maybe I'm just a "Book Snob", but I usually abhor reading first's. They tend to be too wordy, too meandering, etc. There's a lot that can go wrong.
The story started off a bit slow for me, but getting me hooked within the first few chapters isn't something easily accomplished, even for seasoned writers.
Once all of the main characters had been introduced and the general plotline was underway, it began flowing at a much better pace. Some elements felt a bit cliché, but I think that's just be part of the genre.
There are dialog and character development improvements I would have made, but overall concepts and details seemed good.
It'll be interesting to see how much the author learns from this book and applies it to future writings.
Despite the handful of good reviews from other readers, when I read in the description that the plot involves a "maniacal American industrialist and a murderous Japanese mobster", well, let's just say I didn't exactly have high-hopes... It sounded a bit cartoony to me.
Now that I'm done reading it, though, I must admit -- it was actually pretty good.
I guess I'd describe the plot and characters in terms of being somewhere between Indiana Jones and James Bond.
With this being the author's first novel, I was worried that even if the potential was there, the execution might not be.
Maybe I'm just a "Book Snob", but I usually abhor reading first's. They tend to be too wordy, too meandering, etc. There's a lot that can go wrong.
The story started off a bit slow for me, but getting me hooked within the first few chapters isn't something easily accomplished, even for seasoned writers.
Once all of the main characters had been introduced and the general plotline was underway, it began flowing at a much better pace. Some elements felt a bit cliché, but I think that's just be part of the genre.
There are dialog and character development improvements I would have made, but overall concepts and details seemed good.
It'll be interesting to see how much the author learns from this book and applies it to future writings.
February 4, 2013
I just finished Zero Point by Tim Fairchild, and I must say it was a rollercoaster of a ride (almost literally in some places)! Definitely reminded me of some of the Clive Cussler books I’ve read. The intricate storyline includes archeologists, lost religious relics, Japanese Mafia, greedy businessmen, lots of scientists, and some volcanos and tsunamis thrown in for good measure. At times I felt there was a little too much description of the techy/scientific stuff for my taste, but it really didn’t distract from my enjoyment of the story at all…There was so much action as well, that I hardly noticed after a while. Some of my favorite action stories are those involving highly trained military/special-op agent types. In this case, I was pleasantly surprised by the fact that the heroes of this book were just your average, ordinary (well maybe not quite average and ordinary-I sure couldn’t do what they do-but you get the picture) good, upstanding citizens, accidentally thrown into a dangerous situation, and calling on their skills and bravery to save the day. I really grew fond of these characters and look forward to hearing more about them in future books.
April 13, 2013
Very good for a first novel. As others have stated, there were some ups and downs, but I have to give at least four start simply because this is a type/genre of book that I NEVER read, and this one sucked me in and I finished it quickly because I had trouble setting it down.
February 11, 2013
Good A/A book in the Clive Cussler genre. Could use some editing (i.e. isle used instead of aisle) and characters were a bit "stiff", but overall a good effort for a first book.
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April 30, 2013
This was an enjoyable read and the science behind the story was interesting.
April 16, 2013
Good read.
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