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The Loch (Hardcover)

by Steve Alten (Author)
3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 496 pages
  • Publisher: Tsunami Books (30 April 2005)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0976165902
  • ISBN-13: 978-0976165903
  • Product Dimensions: 22.1 x 16 x 4.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 441,141 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars nessie bites back, 15 Oct 2005
By Barry Short "barry15312" (England) - See all my reviews
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Having read all of Mr Alten's novels, I can say that The Loch is his best yet. His Meg series delivers all you want from a thriller, and the Loch does just the same. A good plot, great leads and a well-researched basis for "the real nessie".
The scientific background to the creature -which i won't reveal- is thought-provoking and as accurate as can be guessed with modern cryptozoological thinking. Mr Alten weaves his science, history and thrills and spills to great effect, creating a page-turning experience to rival and surpass his brilliant Meg novels.
I've also read comments about the "Scots" dialogue and have to say it's as "scots" as our homegrown Oor Willie and the Broons are!
I would heartily recomend this and Mr Alten's other novels to any reader. Pick it up, sit back, turn the phone off and have fun!
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Loch, Stock & Beastie. Steve Alten at his best., 20 April 2005
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A 1,200 year old legend, a capital murder case and a man haunted by demons of his past. The Loch is a spine-tingling, nerve fraying rollercoaster ride of a novel. It's the hound of the Baskervilles for the 21st Centuary. Mr Alten creates characters and situations that feel so real that you want to check the news just to reassure yourself it's only a story.
And what a story, dark age legends, secret orders and modern science, combine so seamlessly that I struggled to put it down until it was finished, as each chapter ended I was left with intrigue and just had to turn the page and start the next chapter.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The boy done good!, 18 Sep 2005
By Mr P A SUAREZ "Meg mate" (London UK) - See all my reviews
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I have read all of Steve Alten's books and this is by far the best yet!
I absolutely loved the "Meg" series and wasn't exprcting to enjoy this one as much, but my oh my, was I wrong or what?
The storyline hurtles along at a frenetic pace, drawing you deeper and deeper into the drama upon every turn of a page, to the point where you have to put the book down to draw a breath!
There is one part of the book so creepy it stopped me sleeping one night, ALWAYS the sign of a master at work in my eyes, rather tired though they may have been the next morning.
The lead character is very engaging, and comes across as a "real" human being, with baggage and issues galore - all of which assist Steve Alten with his plot twists and turns!!
Sure, we could get picky about written dialect etc, but let's not, let's just focus on the amazing journey this fantastic book takes you on.
Buy it and never go near dark waters again.
I PROMISE YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!
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4.0 out of 5 stars As a real Highlander i have a couple of gripes
A pretty good yarn and a good page turner.

My only complaints; in his credits Alten thanks his Scottish (slang) editor Claire Wilson. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Mookie

4.0 out of 5 stars Intertaining, scary and shocking!
I loved this book and I advise anyone who enjoys: Shocks, scares, amazement, sea monsters and Scotland, to try it out!
My third favorite book.
GO STEVE!
Published 11 months ago by lukesterator

5.0 out of 5 stars Once picked up, you won't be able to put it down!
I have read most of Steve Alten's books and, having a fondness for Scotland and especially Loch Ness, I couldn't wait to get hold of this one! Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2007 by Sheryl Podlesak

1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing, very disappointing
I have read all of Steve Alten's books and honestly this is terrible. Cliched characters, cliched situations and a manufactured story line. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2006 by technophile

5.0 out of 5 stars Its great
This book is fantastic. Im so surprised that it isn't on general sale over here in the UK because this novel has 'Best Seller' written all over it. Read more
Published on 3 Mar 2006 by G. Buller

1.0 out of 5 stars Not In The Same League As MEG !
I have been looking forward to this book being published for a while now. I am a big fan of the MEG books which are very well written and hold the readers attention from first... Read more
Published on 18 May 2005 by Mr David Baird

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