- Hardcover: 448 pages
- Publisher: Orion; First Edition edition (4 Sep 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0752889338
- ISBN-13: 978-0752889337
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.4 x 4.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 358,383 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Global chases, exotic locations, ancient secrets and evil science: it's the Da Vinci Code meets Michael Crichton." (DEATHRAY )
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"Global chases, exotic locations, ancient secrets and evil science: it's the Da Vinci Code meets Michael Crichton." DEATHRAY
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Quite simply - this guy is a genius. I read this in two hours i could not put it down. My favourite book of the year and that is saying something!!!! the plotline is tight and fast paced and just plain flawless. You can tell the author enjoys writing the characters and has decided to flesh out a few characters which he only explored last book Kowalski - just brilliant Bonding over cigars ( wish we had seen his pov though). Glad the sword of damocles is still only hovering on Monk- love that character.
If you like Dan Brown ..... dont read this you will be shocked by the brilliance of this writer compared to mr brown and not be able to function - it is such a shame that it took that trashy novels release to bring Jrollins to our shops in enough quantities as he is far superior.
Once again sir - you write beautifully and i wait with breathless anticipation for the next installment of the Sigma force novels!!!
If you like Dan Brown ..... dont read this you will be shocked by the brilliance of this writer compared to mr brown and not be able to function - it is such a shame that it took that trashy novels release to bring Jrollins to our shops in enough quantities as he is far superior.
Once again sir - you write beautifully and i wait with breathless anticipation for the next installment of the Sigma force novels!!!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
After a less than stellar effort with his previous novel 'The Judas Strain', this is a definite return to form for James Rollins. It doesn't diverge greatly from his tried and tested formula. Sigma are back, along with the mix of science, pseudo-science and contemporary science fiction that usually forms the backbone of a typical Rollins novel. There is also a selection of boo-hiss bad guys, some dangerous animals, several parallel, interconnected plot-lines, and a hint of spiritualism thrown in there for good measure.
In contrast to The Judas Strain however, this latest book remains comparatively streamlined. Rollins doesn't pile too many sub-plots on top of one another and avoids extraneous events or blind alleys. There are no killer-squid equivalents in here, for example. That's not to say that the book doesn't jump around the globe. It manages to take in the US, India, the Ukraine and Russia within its pages, but none of it feels tacked on. This gives it a feeling of far greater cohesion and focus, keeps it moving at Rollin's usual lightning pace and means that excitement levels are maintained.
There are criticisms to be levelled of course. Monk's miraculous return from apparent death is rather weak; and his inclusion at the heart of the plot of The Last Oracle is tenuous. The book would not have been weaker without him, and his inclusion comes across primarily as Rollin's being unwilling to actually kill off any of his main characters. The bad guys are also a pretty weak bunch and none of them stick strongly in the memory. Equally their plot for world domination is overly complex and doesn't really work as a palpable threat.
Despite these flaws however, The Last Oracle is an enjoyable slice of OTT action adventure. It doesn't rewrite any rules in terms of what to expect from a James Rollin's novel, but its a definite return to form that will please existing fans and should attract new ones.
In contrast to The Judas Strain however, this latest book remains comparatively streamlined. Rollins doesn't pile too many sub-plots on top of one another and avoids extraneous events or blind alleys. There are no killer-squid equivalents in here, for example. That's not to say that the book doesn't jump around the globe. It manages to take in the US, India, the Ukraine and Russia within its pages, but none of it feels tacked on. This gives it a feeling of far greater cohesion and focus, keeps it moving at Rollin's usual lightning pace and means that excitement levels are maintained.
There are criticisms to be levelled of course. Monk's miraculous return from apparent death is rather weak; and his inclusion at the heart of the plot of The Last Oracle is tenuous. The book would not have been weaker without him, and his inclusion comes across primarily as Rollin's being unwilling to actually kill off any of his main characters. The bad guys are also a pretty weak bunch and none of them stick strongly in the memory. Equally their plot for world domination is overly complex and doesn't really work as a palpable threat.
Despite these flaws however, The Last Oracle is an enjoyable slice of OTT action adventure. It doesn't rewrite any rules in terms of what to expect from a James Rollin's novel, but its a definite return to form that will please existing fans and should attract new ones.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Being the 5th Sigma novel I felt as though I'd missed some the background action and understanding of the group. However this did not dissuade me. Although somewhat far-fetched I did enjoy it.
The autism twist was great and the neurological implants was a great idea. The idea of the of the Gypsy origin was great and a lot of the book was clearly well researched.
I'm going to go back and read the first 4. If this ones anything to go by, they should be a good read.
The autism twist was great and the neurological implants was a great idea. The idea of the of the Gypsy origin was great and a lot of the book was clearly well researched.
I'm going to go back and read the first 4. If this ones anything to go by, they should be a good read.
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The Last Oracle, by James Rollins
It is a great book, James Rollins makes its best, reminding you sandstorm,the first book of sigma novel series. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Gonzalon
Poor show
Sorry, but this book is trite nonsense. Full of ridiculous coincidences, the most absurd plot and laden with examples of poor amateur writing. Read more
Published 20 months ago by BookWriter
James is the Man!
As usual James Rollins is on top form, a fast moving roller coaster of a novel, highly recommended.
Published on 10 Jan 2010 by Graham Bullock
A good read
I have read all of the other SIGMA novels, I love them and I'm sure I will enjoy the next. Didn't think this was as good as The Judas Strain but still a good read.
Published on 6 Jan 2010 by Ms. J. Mcgrath
another cracking read
these books are the literary equivalent of an action movie - so check your brain in at the door and enjoy the ride. Read more
Published on 28 Oct 2009 by Misty
Really hard to put down!
I was gripped from the moment I picked it up - and was disappointed when I reached the end - but only because I had been so engrossed that I wanted it to go on for ever! Read more
Published on 28 Oct 2009 by E. Heckingbottom
Excellent!
I purchased this book as a last minute buy in Las Vagas airport, I am very glad I did, I finished it the next day! Read more
Published on 22 Jun 2009 by N. kenyon
Good but not quite the Rollin's Roller Coaster ride
I have enjoyed all the Sigma force novels from Rollin's and looked forward to this adventure with Painter Crowe and Gray Pierce. Read more
Published on 6 Oct 2008 by Clive
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