Shadow Hunter

by Geoffrey Archer

One renegade captain threatens disasterHMS Truculent is a nuclear-powered, hunter-killer submarine, and one of the most deadly weapon systems in the world. Phil Hitchens is its distinguished British commander - who has broken away from a NATO exercise and embarked on his own darkly vengeful and deadly mission.Shadowhunter is the codename of the desperate sonar search for HMS Truculent, last seen heading for the Kola Inlet where the cream of Soviet sea power lies unsuspecting at anchor. Shadowhunter is Geoffrey Archer's nail-biting, authentic thriller of undersea battle and international tension - a chillingly credible account of the world brought to the brink of catastrophe.

Genres: Thriller, Fiction

359 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1989

About the author

Geoffrey Archer is a fiction writer from London. He specialises in military adventures and spy thrillers and created the character Sam Packer.

Reviews

[Julia · Rating 2 out of 5]

It didn't flow very nicely; the style of skipping around different people's perspectives slowed it down and didn't really add to the intrigue. I had trouble really rooting for any of the parties.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow the attention to detail and 'inside information' about the submarine service and its tactics and problems just added to an already gripping plot. I'd forgotten who the author was for this book but when I reached the end and realised it was Archer, it was clear why he is regarded for his brilliance as a raconteur. Highly recommended as a great read, especially if you like action thriller material.

[Bruce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing detail in his research. I'm ex Air Force and my son is a Submariner. This book made a great read because it is so carefully researched that it is very realistic, even though the plot is astonishing, almost too far-fetched. Geoffrey Archer is capable of creating a story that is on the edge of being credible and making it seem so real that you can't put it down.

[john kiernan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very impressed he did is research by God normally I don't like story's that bounce around but these where very well done short sweet informative to the story.
I enjoy Submarine war fiction i and I loved this one I shall read it again before the years out good one

[Ian McIntyre Ian McIntyre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gripping

As an ex submariner, I was transported to my days on the old diesel/electrics. Nothing like this story ever happened to me or the crew, however it brought the smells, sounds flooding back.

Great story 👍

[David Marten · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another well researched submarine story

Geoffrey Archer undertakes meticulous research into the background for his books. The result is that he provides believable scenarios the hold your attention.

[Louisa Henderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good story but there was some terminology and abbreviations that went unexplained

[A J · Rating 4 out of 5]

Archer at his best!

Very well researched and written, as are all Geoffrey Archer books. Neat ending. Beats having a nuclear war start. Must find another book fast.

[MR Bruce A Pritchard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Riveting

Well researched and written. Exciting as they come and an absolute mine of information, explosive and god knows how many more words I have to write!

[J Rice · Rating 4 out of 5]

good submarine thriller yarn

[Jennifer Theedam · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not bad, a few typos

A bit predictable . I didnt think the romantic dialogue was realistic. The jargon seems dated. But worth a read.

[Sharon · Rating 2 out of 5]

I found this book very ordinary for a writer that is so well known and read. Characters, plot, tension very 2 star. I did like the Water and historical part of the book.

[KH Khaw · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't really enjoy this book. I waited for the story to unfold and by the way, it was becoming predictable and in parts, unbelievable

[Sue Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent , couldn’t put it down

Amazing in depth technical knowledge and great story. Right from page 1 I was hooked and had to keep reading!

[John Prescott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gripping

Very plausible story set in the late 20th century.
Difficult to put down once you have started this spy story mixed with credible submarine operations.

[MR ANTHONY M BELL · Rating 5 out of 5]

brilliant

Geoffrey Archer at his best.
Spellbinding, full of twists and turns.
Absolute must read.
Could not put it down.
Mike

[Sean Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

An action packed Submarine saga with a not so vague resemblance to 'Crimson Tide'. Tension and a fast moving plot keep the pages turning.

[Jack Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

A novel for readers of the Royal Navy Submarine Service.

Archer has an amazing knowledge of retail in every book of his that I have read and this book proves that.
A MUST READ for members of the Royal Navy and anyone with an interest in the Navy.

[Helen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not as good as other G. Archer books I have read. Too much navy jargon.

[Nishant Pappireddi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good submarine thriller.