City Beneath the Sea

The Quest for Atlantis #1

by Rick Jones

A Mythical Relic.A Mythical City.An Ancient Secret.In 2014, an earthquake off the Florida Straits uncovers a city that had been hidden beneath the sea for centuries. It’s a land of dark miracles and black wonders, and a place that harbors extraordinary secrets and deadly curiosities. Months after their narrow escape from Eden, archeologists and symbologists John Savage and Alyssa Moore are called upon to examine archaic texts inside the presumed city of Atlantis. The writings are similar to those discovered in Eden, the symbols a roadmap to mankind’s destruction by the year 2026. Along with a commando unit, John and Alyssa quickly discover the pitfalls that were created to keep a fabled relic safe. After deadly challenges and conquests within the structures, they eventually come across the Emerald Tablet---the legendary plaque that holds the secrets of the universe. But is the Emerald Tablet truly a source of great power and knowledge? Or is it disguised as Pandora’s Box that once opened it would quickly mark the beginning of mankind’s end? From the bestselling author of the Crypts of Eden and The Vatican Knights comes Book #4 of a John Savage and Alyssa Moore Adventure (The Crypts of Eden trilogy), and Book #1 in the “Quest for Atlantis” series, City Beneath the Sea. The Earth-Seeding The Crypts of Eden(2) The Thrones of Eden(3) City Beneath the Sea(4) The Sacred Vault(5) City Within the Clouds(6) City Beneath the Ice (Pending)

Genres: Adventure

158 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 29, 2016

About the author

Rick Jones was born and raised in the Boston area and moved to Las Vegas in the early eighties where he graduated from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a degree in English. Currently, he is employed with the state of Nevada in law enforcement, and enjoys traveling, especially to Rome and Vatican City where many of the settings for his novels take place.

Rick Jones is also an avid writer and the creator of the Vatican Knight series (VATICAN KNIGHTS, SHEPHERD ONE and The ISCARIOT AGENDA), and the psychological thriller, THE MAN WHO CAST TWO SHADOWS.

He lives in Las Vegas with his two mini schnauzers, Wrangler and Hobo.

Reviews

[Philip Spick · Rating 3 out of 5]

Different or the same?

Couldn't help but feel I had read this before. I quite like Rick's writing but I won't be buying any more. This book, a new series following on from the Eden trilogy, is about another secret pyramid only now they're under water. Too similar to the previous stories, it just felt very repetitive. Whoever was the editor needs their knuckles wrapped. I lost count of the number of times someone shined a light rather than shone a light on an item and other similar oddities. Best of luck with future writing Rick but you need to look at your peers and see how they make ordinary stories extra ordinary bny making those strategic differences in developing your tale.

[Theresa · Rating 4 out of 5]

After the Eden complex is destroyed, John and Alyssa aren’t sure what to do with themselves. Then an earthquake hits off the coast of Florida reveling a cavern filled with archeological treasures that look like a larger version of the Eden complex. Realizing that it’s one of the dozens of satellite stations for the new race, the CIA asks Alyssa, and John, to help them investigate it hoping to give them an edge in 2026.

Footnote: 1) Those in authority in government and the military just never learn. They always think they know more than those who’ve experienced something.

Fave scenes: John & Alyssa meeting the pod Sentinel, the room of crystals, the effect of the last puzzle piece, Alyssa’s conundrum about the Emerald Tablet and the Old Engineer.

[Karen Grant · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great concept. Writing felt a little rushed with whole descriptions repeated verbatim from previous books in the series. I believe that better editing would make a huge difference to the readability. Having said that, I’m hooked and about to start the next book in the series.

[Nanette Mitchell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Is there truly an Atlantis

Are we doomed as a race and soon to be replaced by a better version of ourselves? These are just some of the interesting ideas but I believe in hope and our ability to love deeply. I look forward to the next adventure in this series

[Teresa Cage · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fascinating Read

Very unique theories of Atlantis. Good read but a touch slow in places. Felt certain places that I would quit. I did manage to keep going and was rewarded by the end. Worth the time to read.

[Connie Garvie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great story, really needs editing

It seems that this book has not been truly edited. Perhaps a human editor would be a good investment on Mr. Jones' part.🌼

[Brian's Book Blog · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting topic that felt scattered

3.25 out of 5 stars

I don't know if it was because I wasn't in the right mindset to read this book or what, but it just felt like it was a little all over the place. I've been reading a lot of Rick Jones thrillers recently and this felt really out of place for him. Normally the stories have distinct and set storylines with what feels like well thought out story arcs. City Beneath The Sea felt a little like he had an idea and ran with it without planning everything out.

Even with all of that said, I still found myself enjoying some of the story. And to be honest, it felt like I was missing something. I know that this is the first book in the Atlantis series, but about half of the book was calling back to Eden. Upon a quick Amazon search, I realize that there is a three book Eden series. I'm betting if I'd read that series that the parts of this book that confused the heck out of me would have made much more sense.

I'm going to leave my review as a 3, but if I ever read the Eden series, I will come back and re-read this story and re-rate it.

The narration for City Beneath The Sea was done by Jonathan Johns who did a really nice job. I didn't have any problems or issues with the narration, quality, or pacing.

Overall, if you haven't read the Eden Series, you might be a little lost while reading this. I would pick that series up first before considering this book.

[John · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a follow-on series to Rick Jones' EDEN TRILOGY. Alyssa Moore and her partner, John Savage are called to investigate a massive undersea city uncovered by an earthquake in the Caribbean Sea. Although asking for their help, the Pentagon seems to ignore all of their input, even though Moore and Savage are continually proven right. In the end, there is a high body count, and the Pentagon will do what it thinks best, and not necessarily what is best for the world in general. This one stops, more than ends, waiting for Book 2, at least.

[Gail · Rating 4 out of 5]

City Beneath the Ice, The Eden Series, Book 6, By: Rick Jones I enjoyed this book. It has action, while a fight for survival and power.

I can’t remember any corse language in it. No sex scenes. There in violence.

Narrated by: Steven Miller he dose a great job with all characters having their own unique voice.

This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher free of charge for a honest, unbiased review.

[Lyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

By Miss Lyn on July 31, 2016
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John Savage and Alyssa Moore are back and are sent to search and decipher ancient writings and what may be the lost city of Atlantis.There is so much to this book that is both thrilling and introspective. Without giving anything away,I am sure people will find this an amazing read.

[Sandy Adams · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really wanted to like this book...

The premise was interesting but the story seemed clipped and the characters underdeveloped to the point I was indifferent about them. The best part, to me, was the elder in the next to last chapter. Prior to that it felt a bit like the Wizard of Oz might make an appearance any moment.

[Sabrina Bright · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good next step in the series. I like that Alyssa evolves as much as she does during this one. This one also dials down the gore a bit and for that I'm thankful. Overall this was a good next step in the series. Can't wait to see what awaits in the next Atlantis book!

[Elaine Gardiner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

Leaves you thinking about mankind and it's history and future. A must read. A little bloody but realistic. I am looking forward to other books.

[MR JOHN C DALTON]

Atlantis but not as you expected it!

Another tale of humans against a new breed.

Alyssa Moore leading again into more untold danger and uncertainty

Good story