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Sam Reilly #27
Skeleton Crew
A freak accident causes one of the largest cargo ships in the world, the Trident GS, to run aground while transiting the Suez Canal in Egypt.
Maritime salvage expert Sam Reilly is flown in to find out what went wrong, and how to re-float the ocean-going behemoth. Something about the accident just doesn’t seem right…
In Sudan, a team of archaeologists exploring the ancient tombs buried within the Pyramids of Meroë discover one of the greatest archaeological hauls since King Tutankhamun’s tomb was uncovered in the Valley of the Kings.
But Sam isn’t the only treasure hunter interested in the historic discovery…
Maritime salvage expert Sam Reilly is flown in to find out what went wrong, and how to re-float the ocean-going behemoth. Something about the accident just doesn’t seem right…
In Sudan, a team of archaeologists exploring the ancient tombs buried within the Pyramids of Meroë discover one of the greatest archaeological hauls since King Tutankhamun’s tomb was uncovered in the Valley of the Kings.
But Sam isn’t the only treasure hunter interested in the historic discovery…
338 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 25, 2023
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About the author
Christopher Cartwright
67 books249 followersChristopher Cartwright writes spellbinding mysteries and suspense novels. Often with a backdrop of ocean adventure. Born in 1983, he has a background as a paramedic, and is an avid sailor and SCUBA diver.
He holds degrees in paramedics, nursing and emergency management.
Chris currently lives in Sydney with his wife and two children.
He holds degrees in paramedics, nursing and emergency management.
Chris currently lives in Sydney with his wife and two children.
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July 21, 2023
Another great Sam Reilly book! It's a stand alone but does give a lead in to the next book.
I enjoyed the fact that there are a number of different story lines that are really all related. At times it might be a bit confusing as chapters touch on the different threads that all nicely tie together by the end of the book.
One of Sam's father's ships has gotten stuck blocking the Suez Canal. This is costing the company millions per day as no ships can get thru. Sam and Tom head there to see what they can do to refloat the ship. As repairs are being made to the big ship Sam and Tom look into why the accident happened. What they find is it was no accident but sabotage.
One thing leads to another as the threads come together. As work is underway to refloat the ship Sam is called away to help a friend. As it turns out the friend and the sabotage do have an important connection. Sam is not in time to save the life of his old friend but gains valuable info that helps put pieces together about what is going on that relates to the sabotage.
Sam happens to meet a beautiful widow that needs help. In trying to solve the puzzle of his old friends murder Sam helps the widow. Together they find themselves in trouble with a human trafficking ring. This is one of those odd threads that does relate.
So keep reading to find out how all of these threads connect, how Sam saves the day, and the next story background is setup.
I enjoyed the fact that there are a number of different story lines that are really all related. At times it might be a bit confusing as chapters touch on the different threads that all nicely tie together by the end of the book.
One of Sam's father's ships has gotten stuck blocking the Suez Canal. This is costing the company millions per day as no ships can get thru. Sam and Tom head there to see what they can do to refloat the ship. As repairs are being made to the big ship Sam and Tom look into why the accident happened. What they find is it was no accident but sabotage.
One thing leads to another as the threads come together. As work is underway to refloat the ship Sam is called away to help a friend. As it turns out the friend and the sabotage do have an important connection. Sam is not in time to save the life of his old friend but gains valuable info that helps put pieces together about what is going on that relates to the sabotage.
Sam happens to meet a beautiful widow that needs help. In trying to solve the puzzle of his old friends murder Sam helps the widow. Together they find themselves in trouble with a human trafficking ring. This is one of those odd threads that does relate.
So keep reading to find out how all of these threads connect, how Sam saves the day, and the next story background is setup.
January 9, 2024
Good tie-in with the Suez Canal crisis! I keep listening to your books because you keep the series relevant to current events and tie them into the past. When I began this journey, I thought you'd just mastered a formula and did it well. I was wrong.
Listened over winter break and into the new year. I enjoy the Sam Reilly books - although the author can get a bit repetitive in their description. I don't need to know a person is out of breath when you say they're running for their life. And then you tell me they're straining for breath, as if they were running for their life. I love the descriptions of the place settings and I found that I google where the events take place and the kernels of history that the author puts in the book. Absolutely fascinating.
(Yes it's the same review for prior books, because it's true for all the books IMO.)
Listened over winter break and into the new year. I enjoy the Sam Reilly books - although the author can get a bit repetitive in their description. I don't need to know a person is out of breath when you say they're running for their life. And then you tell me they're straining for breath, as if they were running for their life. I love the descriptions of the place settings and I found that I google where the events take place and the kernels of history that the author puts in the book. Absolutely fascinating.
(Yes it's the same review for prior books, because it's true for all the books IMO.)
August 21, 2024
Exciting, action thriller
The Trident GS, owned by James Reilly, Sam's father, is sabotaged in the Suez Canal. Sam and Tom work with a team of experts to free it.
Sam heads to Chad to help a friend, but not in time to save him. But he does save Amira, who provides him with the information on the third Golem that will lead to a treasure of unbelievable wealth.
The book is entertaining with plenty of plot twists that make Sam Reilly series a fun, exciting read. I greatly enjoyed the book.
The Trident GS, owned by James Reilly, Sam's father, is sabotaged in the Suez Canal. Sam and Tom work with a team of experts to free it.
Sam heads to Chad to help a friend, but not in time to save him. But he does save Amira, who provides him with the information on the third Golem that will lead to a treasure of unbelievable wealth.
The book is entertaining with plenty of plot twists that make Sam Reilly series a fun, exciting read. I greatly enjoyed the book.
June 20, 2023
A ripping Sam Reilly yarn again from Christopher Cartwright.
Now what happens.??? How long do I have to wait to find out what happens next. I get really mad when I can,t put down a book only to find an abrupt ending that leaves the characters in limbo waiting to find out what happens next. Terrific characters , so well constructed but what a climax in limbo wondering where they will go next?
Now what happens.??? How long do I have to wait to find out what happens next. I get really mad when I can,t put down a book only to find an abrupt ending that leaves the characters in limbo waiting to find out what happens next. Terrific characters , so well constructed but what a climax in limbo wondering where they will go next?
April 15, 2024
Not What I Expected
Sam is required to remove a ship wreck from the Suez Canal. The wrecked ship is huge and completely blocks the canal. It just happens to belong to his father. There are complications as to how and why the ship was damaged, and what it has to do with a very small six year old boy hunting relics in a pyramid.
I do recommend this novel.
Sam is required to remove a ship wreck from the Suez Canal. The wrecked ship is huge and completely blocks the canal. It just happens to belong to his father. There are complications as to how and why the ship was damaged, and what it has to do with a very small six year old boy hunting relics in a pyramid.
I do recommend this novel.
June 2, 2023
So worth the read!
So many twists and turns. Globetrotting and fighting the bad guys. Loved all the different cultures and backgrounds. Just when you think the story is over another mystery. Loved it.
So many twists and turns. Globetrotting and fighting the bad guys. Loved all the different cultures and backgrounds. Just when you think the story is over another mystery. Loved it.
June 3, 2023
Very fun series worth reading
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that he never stops writing. His books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
I'm amazed that this author can write so many fantastic novels, I hope that he never stops writing. His books are some of the best Entertainment I have read and worth the time to read them. Thank you for a very fun entertaining read.
June 17, 2023
Adventure
Sam Reilly has another wild adventure, or more accurately series of adventures. His strong spirit and will to succeed, along with his moral character help him to survive each nearly impossible situations. This is another fun book to read.
Sam Reilly has another wild adventure, or more accurately series of adventures. His strong spirit and will to succeed, along with his moral character help him to survive each nearly impossible situations. This is another fun book to read.
July 12, 2023
Sam's the best, always out thre
If you like suspense, action, and good story telling this is for you. Sam and friends always get in trouble and spend time getting out. Far out solutions on the edge of sci-fi sometimes. All good and fun to read.
If you like suspense, action, and good story telling this is for you. Sam and friends always get in trouble and spend time getting out. Far out solutions on the edge of sci-fi sometimes. All good and fun to read.
July 21, 2023
The never ending excitement continues
Sam Reilly and his friends are at it again! Not only trying to save his father's company, but save a girl and solve a mystery too! Always with wonderful facts and stories, this is another great adventure!
Sam Reilly and his friends are at it again! Not only trying to save his father's company, but save a girl and solve a mystery too! Always with wonderful facts and stories, this is another great adventure!
September 30, 2023
One for the adventure loving !!!!!!!!
This story is one for the adventure loving among us all. None stop excitement and anticipation of the next episode of this story.I can't wait for the next book.Recommended.
This story is one for the adventure loving among us all. None stop excitement and anticipation of the next episode of this story.I can't wait for the next book.Recommended.
April 30, 2024
Lots of twists and turns
Great read, lots of challenges, different characters, suspenseful plots,.
Really enjoyed reading it.A book that I couldn't put down.
Thanks Chris,keep up the good work.
Great read, lots of challenges, different characters, suspenseful plots,.
Really enjoyed reading it.A book that I couldn't put down.
Thanks Chris,keep up the good work.
June 3, 2023
Addicting
My 27th fix of Sam Reilly and Co. not a single book has been a disappointment except they end and you have to wait for the next on!!!
My 27th fix of Sam Reilly and Co. not a single book has been a disappointment except they end and you have to wait for the next on!!!
June 5, 2023
So exciting.
For Sam and Tom lovers, A must read. The series just keeps getting better and more exciting. Can't wait for more.
For Sam and Tom lovers, A must read. The series just keeps getting better and more exciting. Can't wait for more.
June 7, 2023
Great read!
Another great book! Love Sam and Tom’s adventures. We already know where the next book will lead us. Can’t wait!
Another great book! Love Sam and Tom’s adventures. We already know where the next book will lead us. Can’t wait!
June 7, 2023
Another great read as I am looking forward to the next issue.
Start out as three or four different stories, but came together nicely in the end. Waiting for the next one
Start out as three or four different stories, but came together nicely in the end. Waiting for the next one
June 13, 2023
Action Plus
One of the best books of the series. Plenty of action and numerous turns and twists. I thought even as good at was I saw a few editing opportunities to improve it.
One of the best books of the series. Plenty of action and numerous turns and twists. I thought even as good at was I saw a few editing opportunities to improve it.
June 17, 2023
very good as usual
Love his books they way you follow the story. I have most of his books on my Kindle and go back to re-read.
Love his books they way you follow the story. I have most of his books on my Kindle and go back to re-read.
July 15, 2023
Intriguing
Loved it, suspense, intrigue, fascinating story plus jammed pack full of information, now to be calm wait for 2024 for book 28.
Loved it, suspense, intrigue, fascinating story plus jammed pack full of information, now to be calm wait for 2024 for book 28.
September 7, 2023
Super, looking forward to the release of Sam Reilly #28 The Midas Vault! It will be released on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
September 9, 2023
Great multi storyline book. Love how it all comes together. Looking forward to the next book, as always.
September 20, 2023
Probably my favorite title in the series so far. Looking forward to the next one!
October 2, 2023
Excellent as always!
October 11, 2023
Wow!!
Hard to.put down. Mr. Cartwright goes to great lengths to tell his story. Must have exhaustive investigative processes. A very good read.
Hard to.put down. Mr. Cartwright goes to great lengths to tell his story. Must have exhaustive investigative processes. A very good read.
November 25, 2023
interesting tale
The story line was different but too many good things happened which threw me off. Also did not care for the very ending - setting up the next story
The story line was different but too many good things happened which threw me off. Also did not care for the very ending - setting up the next story
December 7, 2023
Top Notch Science Fiction!
April 23, 2024
Fine story.
August 21, 2023
Sam Reilly and Christopher Cartwright- the perfect combination!
I hate it when you end your book like that!!!! But I can’t wait to see what “old Golem“ has up his bowling ball shoulder sleeves!
LOL
I hate it when you end your book like that!!!! But I can’t wait to see what “old Golem“ has up his bowling ball shoulder sleeves!
LOL
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