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Archaeologist Leah Andrews stumbles upon something inexplicable in southwestern New Mexico: inside a dark cavern lies an undiscovered, Native American cliff dwelling abandoned for 800 years. While twisting through one of the narrow underground passageways, Leah’s flashlight illuminates the remains of a violent massacre.
Ancient human remains—all slaughtered in a long-ago massacre—cover the cavern floor, along with several brilliantly colored, granite crystals. The rare gems are native to only one place on earth: a frozen mountain range in central Antarctica.
Could Native Americans have traveled to the frozen continent of Antarctica 800 years before the first known human exploration? If so, how? And why?
There’s only one person who can get Leah to those mountains in Antarctica: her estranged husband and climbing guide Jack Hobson.
At their destination, they make a stunning discovery that will change history and science forever. But Leah’s team is far from the only interested party.
As her secret makes its way to the highest levels of government, a race to seize the Russian-claimed Antarctic territory brings the world to the brink of nuclear conflict.
Ancient human remains—all slaughtered in a long-ago massacre—cover the cavern floor, along with several brilliantly colored, granite crystals. The rare gems are native to only one place on earth: a frozen mountain range in central Antarctica.
Could Native Americans have traveled to the frozen continent of Antarctica 800 years before the first known human exploration? If so, how? And why?
There’s only one person who can get Leah to those mountains in Antarctica: her estranged husband and climbing guide Jack Hobson.
At their destination, they make a stunning discovery that will change history and science forever. But Leah’s team is far from the only interested party.
As her secret makes its way to the highest levels of government, a race to seize the Russian-claimed Antarctic territory brings the world to the brink of nuclear conflict.
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First published September 8, 2015
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August 7, 2017
3.5 *. Dr. Leah Andrews, Archeologist, is searching for undiscovered cliff dwellings which may provide clues, as to why the Anasazi/Mogollon cliff dwellers disappeared some 800 years ago without a trace. Leah must tread carefully while exploring in the Gila National Wilderness in southwestern New Mexico as she has been banned from the area, and consequently lost her job as archeologist for the Bureau of Land Management. What she soon discovers will take her to central Antarctica to join her estranged husband Jack Hobson and close associates, whose lives will be put in peril as they come up against those who will do whatever it takes to conceal the secrets from the public. Ice is an action/adventure book filled with mystery, and is an intriguing, escapism book to enjoy.
July 2, 2017
OMG thank God this book was free. I have never read such rubbish in my life and what horrified me a reader left a comment saying they believed in this utter conspiracy theory touted in this book. Spoilers The story is about a disgraced archaeologist who comes across the remain of an extinct Native American tribe, she finds a mineral that only exists in Antarctic so she and her husband and friends head over to the Antarctica with Navy Seals and all the Presidents men chasing them, there this idiotic team find an alien experiment in suspended animation, the bad guys, the US government take the bodies, oh and the heroine is the only one with the magic touch to operation the aliens lab!!!!!! And on it goes, the hero blow up a significant landmark in Antarctic while flying an old WWII bomber out. The hubby hold the US President to ransom in exchange for his wife who is a hostage, then they all live happily ever after.
June 18, 2016
4 Stars
Ice by Kevin Tinto is an action filled adventure that spans the globe. Ice is worth your time and your money. From mountain climbing to spelunking, from ancient flying planes to what could be an unidentified flying object. Ice is an epic thriller from start to finish. This is Dr. Leah Andrews and Jack Hobson book number one. Make no mistake this story centers on Jack even though all things happen because of Leah. Jack is a "Climber" and a master survivalist. He is an instructor and a guide by trade. His no fear attitude carries this story because he balances with know how and respect for Mother Nature.
I read this book very quickly as it is a real page turner. The action can be intense and leave you craving more. I enjoyed the characters, the story and the plot. My only real gripe with this book was it's structure. Tinto writes very small frenetic chapters, some less than a page in length. He quickly changes points of view and character voices. I really hated this style. I have never been a fan of stories that switch back and forth too quickly, never allowing the reader to feel centered and in place. I repeat...I hate tiny chapters.
This is a great first novel, a great start to a series, and also a great start to summer reads. If you want a blast of an adventure, Ice is for you.
Very good.
Ice by Kevin Tinto is an action filled adventure that spans the globe. Ice is worth your time and your money. From mountain climbing to spelunking, from ancient flying planes to what could be an unidentified flying object. Ice is an epic thriller from start to finish. This is Dr. Leah Andrews and Jack Hobson book number one. Make no mistake this story centers on Jack even though all things happen because of Leah. Jack is a "Climber" and a master survivalist. He is an instructor and a guide by trade. His no fear attitude carries this story because he balances with know how and respect for Mother Nature.
I read this book very quickly as it is a real page turner. The action can be intense and leave you craving more. I enjoyed the characters, the story and the plot. My only real gripe with this book was it's structure. Tinto writes very small frenetic chapters, some less than a page in length. He quickly changes points of view and character voices. I really hated this style. I have never been a fan of stories that switch back and forth too quickly, never allowing the reader to feel centered and in place. I repeat...I hate tiny chapters.
This is a great first novel, a great start to a series, and also a great start to summer reads. If you want a blast of an adventure, Ice is for you.
Very good.
November 23, 2016
I should've loved this - action adventure, tough female lead, Antarctica... but instead found it boring (it's taken me 2 months to finish - every few chapters I found myself doing something else) with a ridiculous plot and few likeable characters. Leah is an archeologist specialising in Native American history. Trespassing on Navajo land, she finds an ancient cliff dwelling with evidence that the inhabitants had been in Antarctica 800 years before, so for no reason other than to satisfy her own curiosity she ropes her mountaineer ex-husband, and his billionaire client, who has his own agenda - stealing an old crashed Chilean plane from the Russians, into a foolhardy trip South, thereby setting off an international incident. The fact that our supposed hero blithely threatens to detonate a nuclear weapon in America to get his own way is presented as perfectly reasonable. The chapters got shorter and shorter, in a Pattersonesque attempt to make it exciting, but it was really annoying, apart from the fact that it allowed me to get to the end quicker, which was a relief, but the ending was also completely implausible, and left things open for the sequel, which I will not bother reading. Fortunately I have the new Matthew Reilly to restore my faith in action thrillers.
May 9, 2016
From start to finish, "Ice" takes the reader on an incredible journey. It's been a while since I've read a book that took me totally by surprise. The twists and turns were extremely original and well written. One bonds with the characters and roots for them throughout the novel. I love the author's twist on what happened to the Anasazi. We have explored the Gila Cliff Dwellings and to be inserted into a thriller that takes you on a journey that you will NOT see coming.. is beyond pleasurable! Tying the Cliff Dwellers with Antarctica.. what a concept!
Extremely well written and edited! For a first book.. this author promises to be well on his way to becoming one of the top ten thriller writers in the upcoming decade. I look forward to reading the sequel that is sure to follow. I do appreciate that the story is completed. There are so many aspects to this story.. that are personal to me. If you love the unpredictable.. suspenseful.. well developed tale.. then, this book delivers all of that and more!
Extremely well written and edited! For a first book.. this author promises to be well on his way to becoming one of the top ten thriller writers in the upcoming decade. I look forward to reading the sequel that is sure to follow. I do appreciate that the story is completed. There are so many aspects to this story.. that are personal to me. If you love the unpredictable.. suspenseful.. well developed tale.. then, this book delivers all of that and more!
June 27, 2016
The beginning had such promise and I probably would have rated it 4 stars if it had continued. But once they got to Antarctica things began to make a lot less sense. It began to feel that things started rushing because the book had to end by a certain page. Big happenings were not explained or given the time to develop that they deserved. I'm all for alien adventures, but there needs to be more build up and explanations along the way.
December 24, 2016
Good story.
Archaeological findings in the Gila Forest takes Leah and Jack to Antarctica. They discover chambers build 800 years ago, containing frozen Native Americans. Politics, Russia and Chile all in this story. Story had predictable ending. Won't be reading the next book.
Archaeological findings in the Gila Forest takes Leah and Jack to Antarctica. They discover chambers build 800 years ago, containing frozen Native Americans. Politics, Russia and Chile all in this story. Story had predictable ending. Won't be reading the next book.
February 7, 2017
Starts out well...ends with...an unfinished book!
First I will say I gotta stop downloading free books. There is a reason they're free. Most lately are thrown out there to get you to like the first book so you'll buy sequels and are either poorly written or even more poorly edited.
The author praises his editor at the end, but the editor needs an editor. Still many mistakes. I looked beyond them at first because the story was engaging (at the beginning) then became absurd (space aliens kidnapping native Americans and cryogenicaly freezing them) why? I dunno. I couldn't finish and won't be back for any sequels.
First I will say I gotta stop downloading free books. There is a reason they're free. Most lately are thrown out there to get you to like the first book so you'll buy sequels and are either poorly written or even more poorly edited.
The author praises his editor at the end, but the editor needs an editor. Still many mistakes. I looked beyond them at first because the story was engaging (at the beginning) then became absurd (space aliens kidnapping native Americans and cryogenicaly freezing them) why? I dunno. I couldn't finish and won't be back for any sequels.
September 12, 2016
Where do I start? The characters were not fleshed out at all, everyone was drawn only to provide what the author needed. Leah, who never thought about the consequences of her actions, only about her immediate goal. Her husband, the climber (because they needed an experienced climber), who's first option is to turn to international terrorism when his estranged wife is taken. Even though she has shown him no kindness, and controls through bullying and belittling him and his accomplishments. And of course the Billionaire client who's finances everything, why does he do that again? Toss in a Heroic Seal Team, Evil government stooges bent on global domination at the expense of civil rights. Anyone who gets in the way is dead. Except of course Leah, and her husband, and the billionaire...
And the pacing was absurd. Science was a matter of convenience. We spend forever getting to the Ice, and then we have to search for the secret bunker that no one has detected in the last 800 years - boom - found it. The 50 year old plane that is suddenly ready to fly right now, because we to fly it right now. What? You want to dismantle this super-advanced technology and load it on a plane - boom - done. And while you're at it detonate a device next to a power source we know nothing about, the same power source that has been running for the last millennium. Nothing bad will happen. It's all good.
Worst of all there was no real conclusion. We didn't get any answers to any of the questions asked. All we know for sure is that Leah and her climber hubby aren't satisfied with global warfare, they are ready to start and intergalactic conflict. All because the little Indian girl (yes, Leah seemed determined to call them Indians in the beginning of the book, but never mentioned again and just went with calling them Native Americans for the rest of the book) was put in stasis.
I will not be reading about.
And the pacing was absurd. Science was a matter of convenience. We spend forever getting to the Ice, and then we have to search for the secret bunker that no one has detected in the last 800 years - boom - found it. The 50 year old plane that is suddenly ready to fly right now, because we to fly it right now. What? You want to dismantle this super-advanced technology and load it on a plane - boom - done. And while you're at it detonate a device next to a power source we know nothing about, the same power source that has been running for the last millennium. Nothing bad will happen. It's all good.
Worst of all there was no real conclusion. We didn't get any answers to any of the questions asked. All we know for sure is that Leah and her climber hubby aren't satisfied with global warfare, they are ready to start and intergalactic conflict. All because the little Indian girl (yes, Leah seemed determined to call them Indians in the beginning of the book, but never mentioned again and just went with calling them Native Americans for the rest of the book) was put in stasis.
I will not be reading about.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 25, 2016
No Thrills in this Adventure Tale
The worst thing about this is the fact it takes more than half the book before the characters reach their destination - Antartica. Up to that point the plot is all exposition and character building without anything exciting happening.
The discovery of a stone unique to Antartica in the caves of long dead Indians here in the US takes anthropologist Dr. Leah, adventurer Jack Hobson and a small team of associates on a long, drawn-out journey to a remote spot in Antartica where they hope to discover how the Indians came to possess such a thing.
Funding this project is a billionaire friend of Jack's who is looking to get his hands on a valuable Chilean plane which crashed landed not far from their destination. Throw in some political intrigue and the Russians also looking to make a grab for the plane and we have the plot in a nutshell.
What they find once they get there takes this story into science fiction territory and not the believable type either.
Not all questions are answered, but then who cares, it is a relief to get to the end.
At $2.99 it is still not a good buy.
The worst thing about this is the fact it takes more than half the book before the characters reach their destination - Antartica. Up to that point the plot is all exposition and character building without anything exciting happening.
The discovery of a stone unique to Antartica in the caves of long dead Indians here in the US takes anthropologist Dr. Leah, adventurer Jack Hobson and a small team of associates on a long, drawn-out journey to a remote spot in Antartica where they hope to discover how the Indians came to possess such a thing.
Funding this project is a billionaire friend of Jack's who is looking to get his hands on a valuable Chilean plane which crashed landed not far from their destination. Throw in some political intrigue and the Russians also looking to make a grab for the plane and we have the plot in a nutshell.
What they find once they get there takes this story into science fiction territory and not the believable type either.
Not all questions are answered, but then who cares, it is a relief to get to the end.
At $2.99 it is still not a good buy.
January 18, 2016
In general, I am not a huge fan of action thrillers. But the premise of this book was intriguing enough that I bought a copy and started reading right away. The story starts with a grueling account of mountain climber Jack Hobson leading his billionaire client in an ascent of Mount Everest. It’s clear the author knows of what he writes. I enjoyed the love/hate relationship between Jack and his almost-ex-wife Dr. Leah Anderson after she calls him for help with a harrowing archaeological expedition into Antarctica. The sub-plot of Jack’s very wealthy client’s attempt to recover a WWII bomber that crashed in Antarctica, creating an international incident between several governments, adds another element of danger and suspense. The writing is crisp, gripping, as well as very visual. The entire time I was reading I kept thinking, this really needs to be a movie! I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a well-written page turner!
April 2, 2017
Good plot, very original. The characters develop well. The end seemed rushed and a bit contrived for my taste. This is the first of a series that really need to be read in order.
December 18, 2017
I read ICE slowly—one or two chapters before going to sleep at night. It was a good escape adventure. The impression I was left with was it has too many settings (New Mexico, Mount Everest, Antarctica, and inside various aircraft) and too many points of view (Leah, Jack, and others) to tell a smooth, continuous story. It ended so abruptly and with loose ends that it seemed to be crying for a sequel (which was apparently planned, Ice Genesis, but I can't tell it was ever published).
I found the descriptions of each of the settings to be vivid and compelling. The dialog and character development was convincing. I could tell that the author is a pilot from the credible descriptions of the flying scenes. A plot that mixes ancient Native Americans, Aliens, and threatened nuclear war between the U.S. and Russia stretches one's ability to "act as if."
I hung in there with the scenery and escapism to the end, but was not satisfied with the story as a complete piece. Maybe the sequel will tie things together.
I found the descriptions of each of the settings to be vivid and compelling. The dialog and character development was convincing. I could tell that the author is a pilot from the credible descriptions of the flying scenes. A plot that mixes ancient Native Americans, Aliens, and threatened nuclear war between the U.S. and Russia stretches one's ability to "act as if."
I hung in there with the scenery and escapism to the end, but was not satisfied with the story as a complete piece. Maybe the sequel will tie things together.
August 5, 2020
What happened to the Anasazi is an enduring mystery of the pre-Columbus North American Southwest and author Kevin Tinto offers a unique explanation in his thriller, ICE—it’s an explanation that threatens to launch World War III.
Tinto builds his novel on the backs of rogue archaeologist, Leah Andrews, and celebrity mountain climber, Jack Hobson—an estranged married couple who Tinto clearly intends to keep together. They bring a complimentary set of skills to the problem of chasing down the solution to the Anasazi mystery which ends up taking them into the heart of Antarctica.
Frankly the mystery and its solution is a little weak, but the villains more than make up for it. There is something utterly delightful about watching dumb, corrupt, politicians operate and ultimately get out maneuvered. The various maneuvers and counter maneuvers weren’t necessarily believable—pointing out specific examples would spoil the book—but the melodrama they created was a lot of fun. If you’re looking for a thriller you don’t have to take too seriously, you’ll probably enjoy ICE.
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Tinto builds his novel on the backs of rogue archaeologist, Leah Andrews, and celebrity mountain climber, Jack Hobson—an estranged married couple who Tinto clearly intends to keep together. They bring a complimentary set of skills to the problem of chasing down the solution to the Anasazi mystery which ends up taking them into the heart of Antarctica.
Frankly the mystery and its solution is a little weak, but the villains more than make up for it. There is something utterly delightful about watching dumb, corrupt, politicians operate and ultimately get out maneuvered. The various maneuvers and counter maneuvers weren’t necessarily believable—pointing out specific examples would spoil the book—but the melodrama they created was a lot of fun. If you’re looking for a thriller you don’t have to take too seriously, you’ll probably enjoy ICE.
If you liked this review, you can find more at www.gilbertstack.com/reviews.
December 6, 2020
Started out promising but ended up being pretty ridiculous.
December 28, 2016
Started well. Gave it two stars because well researched....Antartica, indians, etc. But the characters are flat and two dimensional. The "surprise" ending is so predictable that i dont even need to warn about ***spoilers*** like aliens.
Predictable. Better as a novella. 2d characters. Ok light reading but after 35 to 40 chapters, the book becones dreary and preductable. It doesnt need a sequel but the author obviously will.
Predictable. Better as a novella. 2d characters. Ok light reading but after 35 to 40 chapters, the book becones dreary and preductable. It doesnt need a sequel but the author obviously will.
October 6, 2017
This was a great book to read. It has a faced paced action, good characters and a great story behind, transporting our imagination to one of the Earth's isolated locations, Antarctica. The sense of adventure, really grabs our attention during the characters trip.
It seems to be a great start of a series, and I look forward to read the next one.
It seems to be a great start of a series, and I look forward to read the next one.
July 20, 2020
Good Thriller!
My favorites are archaeological thrillers and this one fit the bill! I definitely want to read the next book in the series!
My favorites are archaeological thrillers and this one fit the bill! I definitely want to read the next book in the series!
April 6, 2018
New Mexico, NM. Dr. Leah Andrews (Archaeologist, PhD, UNM; archelogy) expedition crew consisted of: Jack “Mr. Thunder Bumper” Hobson (Leah’s separated husband/climbing guide), Garrett Moon, Juan Cortez, & Marko Kinney.
Gila National Wilderness. Dr. Andrews had a premonition that there is a Native American cliff dwelling close by.
Artifacts of Navajo, Hopi, Anasazi, Mogollon, Apache, Pueblo, & Mimbres Indians were found.
The various tribes had lived in/on this cliff dwelling 800 yrs. ago.
Gila National Monument. Superintendent/Chief Ranger Glen Janssen & Darryl Ridgeway had heard there were PPL doing illegal evacuation in the park.
Las Tortugas Russian camp. Jack’s next business venture includes salvaging a WWII bomber that crashed near Thor’s Hammer.
Alan Paulson (53, Paulson Global CEO, billionaire, amateur mountain climber) is going to pay him top-notch $.
Harrison Cooper (55, millionaire, Arctic Air Transport, aka InterGalactic Air Cargo) is Jack’s piolet.
Jack’s comrades: Angus Lyon (40, Scottish, warbird mechanic), Orlando Perez (25, retired Brazilian AF), Garrett Moon, Juan Cortez, & Rooster Parker.
Antarctic Peninsula. Bernardo O’ Higgins property is the LZ.
Alan’s excursion adventure alarmed the White House.
The National Security Council’s Crisis Planning Group were meeting.
The team consists of: Stanton Fischer, Admiral Clay Williams (military liaison), the President’s Chief of Staff Don Green, Secretary of the Interior Wick Emerson, & Bonnie Glass (WH communication director).
Alan, MacDonald “Mac” Ridley Paulson (Global Sr. VP, US Navy SEAL), Garrett, Jack, Dr. Andrews, Marko, Chase Parker, Rooster Parker (brother), Juan, Angus Lyon (Scottish), & Orlando Perez (Columbian) had arrived at their destination.
Alan was in awe of the WWII Super Fortress B-29 bomber (Las Tortugas) relic.
Commander Gus Beckam (US Navy SEAL team 2), Lieutenant Danny Frantino (US Navy SEAL Exec. Officer), Sr. Chief Reynolds (US Navy SEAL) had reached their LZ also.
Stanton Fischer (NSA to the President) informed the group Mr. Hobson & Dr. Andrews had found the secret Russian research & communication system.
Their true mission is to secure the contents of the facility & the LC-130 Hercules.
What happened to Juan, Rooster & Chase?
Punta Arenas, Chile. What was Teresa Simpson (Bureau of Land Management BLM director) & Jack Hobson doing?
Will they accomplish their mission?
What about Dr. Andrews?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written thriller book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a large set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great thriller movie, or better yet a mini TV series. To be continued. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Three Dog Publishing, LTD.; DailyFreeBooks; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
Gila National Wilderness. Dr. Andrews had a premonition that there is a Native American cliff dwelling close by.
Artifacts of Navajo, Hopi, Anasazi, Mogollon, Apache, Pueblo, & Mimbres Indians were found.
The various tribes had lived in/on this cliff dwelling 800 yrs. ago.
Gila National Monument. Superintendent/Chief Ranger Glen Janssen & Darryl Ridgeway had heard there were PPL doing illegal evacuation in the park.
Las Tortugas Russian camp. Jack’s next business venture includes salvaging a WWII bomber that crashed near Thor’s Hammer.
Alan Paulson (53, Paulson Global CEO, billionaire, amateur mountain climber) is going to pay him top-notch $.
Harrison Cooper (55, millionaire, Arctic Air Transport, aka InterGalactic Air Cargo) is Jack’s piolet.
Jack’s comrades: Angus Lyon (40, Scottish, warbird mechanic), Orlando Perez (25, retired Brazilian AF), Garrett Moon, Juan Cortez, & Rooster Parker.
Antarctic Peninsula. Bernardo O’ Higgins property is the LZ.
Alan’s excursion adventure alarmed the White House.
The National Security Council’s Crisis Planning Group were meeting.
The team consists of: Stanton Fischer, Admiral Clay Williams (military liaison), the President’s Chief of Staff Don Green, Secretary of the Interior Wick Emerson, & Bonnie Glass (WH communication director).
Alan, MacDonald “Mac” Ridley Paulson (Global Sr. VP, US Navy SEAL), Garrett, Jack, Dr. Andrews, Marko, Chase Parker, Rooster Parker (brother), Juan, Angus Lyon (Scottish), & Orlando Perez (Columbian) had arrived at their destination.
Alan was in awe of the WWII Super Fortress B-29 bomber (Las Tortugas) relic.
Commander Gus Beckam (US Navy SEAL team 2), Lieutenant Danny Frantino (US Navy SEAL Exec. Officer), Sr. Chief Reynolds (US Navy SEAL) had reached their LZ also.
Stanton Fischer (NSA to the President) informed the group Mr. Hobson & Dr. Andrews had found the secret Russian research & communication system.
Their true mission is to secure the contents of the facility & the LC-130 Hercules.
What happened to Juan, Rooster & Chase?
Punta Arenas, Chile. What was Teresa Simpson (Bureau of Land Management BLM director) & Jack Hobson doing?
Will they accomplish their mission?
What about Dr. Andrews?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written thriller book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a large set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great thriller movie, or better yet a mini TV series. To be continued. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Three Dog Publishing, LTD.; DailyFreeBooks; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
September 10, 2018
Un roman d'aventures avec pour thème l'archéologie, les indiens d'Amérique, l’antarctique, l'aviation la politique etc etc qui se dévore rapidement de courts chapitres en courts chapitres (un enchainement que j'ai trouvé par moment un peu trop rapide J
Il m'a manqué parfois les émotions, les détails, le temps suspendu ce je ne sais quoi qui donne de la profondeur à l'histoire Peut-être une question de style : on est là dans la description de l'action plus que dans l'immersion Il m'a manqué une réelle réflexion sur les conséquences politiques et économiques de la découverte
d'autres passages semblent inutiles pourquoi par ex parler de l'ex associé de Jack lors de l'expédition sur l'Everest alors qu'il n'a aucun rôle ensuite ... l'ascension étant un évènement suffisamment fort émotionnellement sans en rajouter, à mon humble avis.
et les aliens dans tout ça ? évoqués et à la base de toute l'histoire mais sinon, absents
Jack et Leah sont un couple de héros sympathiques qui ont réponse à tout, tout en conservant leur intégrité, entourés par le riche et sportif mécène, le politique arriviste et quelques amis dont les qualités professionnelles sont des facteurs indispensables au bon déroulement du récit
Bref un récit qui se laisse lire avec plaisir qui ne manque pas d'idées ni de personnages attachants même si un peu clichés ; un récit essentiellement centré sur l'action et les facteurs techniques
Les amateurs du genre apprécieront
Il m'a manqué parfois les émotions, les détails, le temps suspendu ce je ne sais quoi qui donne de la profondeur à l'histoire Peut-être une question de style : on est là dans la description de l'action plus que dans l'immersion Il m'a manqué une réelle réflexion sur les conséquences politiques et économiques de la découverte
d'autres passages semblent inutiles pourquoi par ex parler de l'ex associé de Jack lors de l'expédition sur l'Everest alors qu'il n'a aucun rôle ensuite ... l'ascension étant un évènement suffisamment fort émotionnellement sans en rajouter, à mon humble avis.
et les aliens dans tout ça ? évoqués et à la base de toute l'histoire mais sinon, absents
Jack et Leah sont un couple de héros sympathiques qui ont réponse à tout, tout en conservant leur intégrité, entourés par le riche et sportif mécène, le politique arriviste et quelques amis dont les qualités professionnelles sont des facteurs indispensables au bon déroulement du récit
Bref un récit qui se laisse lire avec plaisir qui ne manque pas d'idées ni de personnages attachants même si un peu clichés ; un récit essentiellement centré sur l'action et les facteurs techniques
Les amateurs du genre apprécieront
January 17, 2020
This was my first book from this author and I must say it was quite the ride. There are so many sub-plots going on at once that it is sometimes hard to keep up. The author has done his research on climbing and piloting, although as I read his bio he does all the things his main character does. Definitely an asset.
The premise of the book is the discovery of a rare element inside an ancient cave dwelling in New Mexico that is only found in Antarctica. This leads our intrepid team on an expedition to the icy continent in search of answers. What they find are more questions and, as a consequence of a billionaire sponsor who collects old airplanes, problems with the government, the Russians and a motley assortment of characters as the crew attempts to salvage an abandoned WWII bomber. It's all good fun.
If I have any complaints about the book, it would be that I need to get the two sequels in order to find out how everything comes out. If they are as good as this book was, I really don't mind.
The premise of the book is the discovery of a rare element inside an ancient cave dwelling in New Mexico that is only found in Antarctica. This leads our intrepid team on an expedition to the icy continent in search of answers. What they find are more questions and, as a consequence of a billionaire sponsor who collects old airplanes, problems with the government, the Russians and a motley assortment of characters as the crew attempts to salvage an abandoned WWII bomber. It's all good fun.
If I have any complaints about the book, it would be that I need to get the two sequels in order to find out how everything comes out. If they are as good as this book was, I really don't mind.
May 10, 2018
Okay one of the best novels I have ever read!!
This was a thriller but so much more. It was also science fiction, a little romance and hair raising adventure. There are a few editing glitches but it was negligible and didn't rank enough to matter in the over all plot and fluidity of the novel. Found a new favorite author...seriously you have to read this book. Support indie artists.
This was a thriller but so much more. It was also science fiction, a little romance and hair raising adventure. There are a few editing glitches but it was negligible and didn't rank enough to matter in the over all plot and fluidity of the novel. Found a new favorite author...seriously you have to read this book. Support indie artists.
July 14, 2017
Captivating Read
Interesting plot and group of main and supporting characters. Stretching from the American Southwest to Antarctica to solve the mysterious disappearance of the cliff dwellers with the involvement of Navy Seals, Russian troops and ALIENS. Add in an American billionaire determined to salvage a WWII airplane on the ice against the desires of both POTUS and Russia as well as enhanced secret nuclear bombs and the threat of WWIII...what's not to love! For all the action, the novel does weave the plot and characters at a slow pace so you can become involved with both.
Interesting plot and group of main and supporting characters. Stretching from the American Southwest to Antarctica to solve the mysterious disappearance of the cliff dwellers with the involvement of Navy Seals, Russian troops and ALIENS. Add in an American billionaire determined to salvage a WWII airplane on the ice against the desires of both POTUS and Russia as well as enhanced secret nuclear bombs and the threat of WWIII...what's not to love! For all the action, the novel does weave the plot and characters at a slow pace so you can become involved with both.
January 12, 2022
Incredible adventure
A very exciting adventure into a story which is breathtakingly suspenseful. The characters were diverse and convincingly believable in their interactions. Quite scary to imagine that it could be possible.
A very exciting adventure into a story which is breathtakingly suspenseful. The characters were diverse and convincingly believable in their interactions. Quite scary to imagine that it could be possible.
July 17, 2017
Ice
The best book I've read. It grabs, and holds you. It has cost me a little sleep. Couldn't put it down. I feel that I know Leah and Jack as personal friends.
The best book I've read. It grabs, and holds you. It has cost me a little sleep. Couldn't put it down. I feel that I know Leah and Jack as personal friends.
December 16, 2017
A great read with enjoyable characters, intense action, and a great sci-fi twist!
I rarely finish fiction books because my imagination is better than the author and I get bored. ICE kept me guessing and enjoying the creativite choices.
I rarely finish fiction books because my imagination is better than the author and I get bored. ICE kept me guessing and enjoying the creativite choices.
April 16, 2018
it started off good. but then too much info that could have not been put in. too much detail not needed.
February 12, 2025
Great book. Fast moving action and easy to read with short chapters. I love the premise and can’t wait to read the next installment.
July 15, 2017
More, please!
Great read. If you are a Greg Bear fan, ("Blood Magic", "Radio", "Forge of God" to name a few), you now have another author to enjoy for like stories. Can't wait to start the next in the "Ice!" series.
Great read. If you are a Greg Bear fan, ("Blood Magic", "Radio", "Forge of God" to name a few), you now have another author to enjoy for like stories. Can't wait to start the next in the "Ice!" series.
July 15, 2017
Really entertaining
It starts slow but builds up to capture your imagination and I am looking forward to the next thrilling chapter
It starts slow but builds up to capture your imagination and I am looking forward to the next thrilling chapter
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