Books all about archaeologists and fortune hunters chasing down historical treasures. Usually contains intense action and historical mysteries to be deciphered.
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message 1: by Derek (new)

Derek Cool list


message 2: by Jpinks (new)

Jpinks How can Clive Cussler not be on this list?


message 3: by starspeck (new)

starspeck Mary wrote: "any way to bookmark this list?"

if you click "like" at the bottom it saves it to your profile page.


message 4: by Jenny (new)

Jenny Why is Hunger Games on here? Just out of curiosity! I haven't read the book recently.


message 5: by bj (new)

bj Jpinks wrote: "How can Clive Cussler not be on this list?"

i agree!


message 6: by Magdalena (new)

Magdalena Persuasion and Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen just doesn't feel right on this list...:P


message 7: by Nacole (new)

Nacole Mansell Wonderful list of books, but needs updating....I do not see the new novel, EXPEDITION INDIGO BY: STACY ALLEN
It is new but good.


message 8: by Kim (new)

Kim I am just beginning to read Clive Cussler book and they are amazing so far what I've readed.


message 9: by Kevyn (new)

Kevyn Camar Dan Brown favourite author


message 10: by Sarah (new)

Sarah Crank Magdalena wrote: "Persuasion and Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen just doesn't feel right on this list...:P"
I totally agree. I'm not sure if there is anything "Treasure Hunter Thriller" about Jane Austen's novels.


message 11: by Stephen (new)

Stephen Harper Taylor Buck's THE MEDICI LETTERS is a perfect fit for this list. A Treasure Hunt Thriller indeed!
The Medici Letters The Secret Origins of the Renaissance by Taylor Buck


message 12: by Katie (new)

Katie No Daniel Easterman? He practically started the genre, I know his books are difficult to get hold of but if you like this sort of thing try: The Jaguar Mask


message 13: by Ashley Marie (new)

Ashley Marie I doubt Hunger Games belongs here.


message 14: by Miriam (last edited Jan 24, 2017 03:11AM) (new)

Miriam Honestly, what is Tolkiens The Hobbit doing on this list? Yeah, they are searching for a treasure, but it's not a thriller, more like your classic fantasy adventure.


message 15: by Urcelia (new)

Urcelia Teixeira Forgive me for being cheeky by suggesting my own Treasure Hunt book! Can’t keep a secret! ;-)

ALEX HUNT and the Chase for Rhapta - A Relic Chaser Adventure ALEX HUNT and the Chase for Rhapta - A Relic Chaser Adventure by Urcelia Teixeira


message 16: by Derek Addo (new)

Derek Addo Hi Goodreads Community,

I am hoping to rediscover the title of a novel which has evaded me for many years. The plot centres around an artefact which reveals hidden knowledge concerning the relationship between sound (specifically an ancient language) and creation. The final few pages also contain a revelation concerning the identity of the biblical character of Moses. 

I would like to know if this book matches the plotline described? Thank you in advance

- Fellow Treasure Hunter Thriller Fan


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