Quest: A Dane Maddock Adventure

By: David Wood

Narrated by: Jeffrey Kafer

Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins

Publisher's summary

149 B.C.- Escaping just ahead of the invading Roman legions, a Carthaginian soldier carries an ancient secret to places unknown.

1925- Percy Fawcett launches his final expedition into the Amazon, but what is his true objective?

Dane Maddock is back. Deep in the Amazon, a university group encounters a horror beyond their darkest nightmares and vanishes without a trace. Called upon to undertake a daring rescue mission, Dane and Bones must trace the true path of Percy Fawcett's final expedition, but the secret that lies at the end of the search might be even deadlier than the enemies who seek it. From the streets of London, to remote islands in the Atlantic, to the deadly jungles of the Amazon, Dane and Bones must penetrate a secret lost to history, on their deadliest Quest.

©2011 David Wood (P)2011 David Wood

Critic reviews

"Dane and Bones are back! Packed solid with action and witty dialogue, this rousing adventure takes a fresh look at one of the most enduring mysteries of the 20th century, David Wood delivers again with QUEST." (Sean Ellis, author of Into the Black and Dark Trinity Ascendant)

"The escapades of Wood's serial character Dane Maddock continue in high style with QUEST, an all-out blitzkrieg of a globe-trotting mystery-adventure that breaks from the action just long enough for a couple of laughs." (Rick Chesler, author of kiDNApped and Wired Kingdom)

"Let there be no confusion: David Wood is the next Clive Cussler. From the accessible writing to the wide-ranging plot to the main characters who don't give up no matter how long the odds, Wood's latest book, Quest, is a tremendous classic adventure. Once you start reading, you won't be able to stop until the last mystery plays out in the final line." (Edward G. Talbot, author of 2010: The Fifth World)

Indiana Jones Type of Adventure

This was a really good book with everything that we all loved from the Indiana Jones adventures. History, action, adventure, and mystery all rolled up into one book.
I read this without having read the first two Dane Maddock books, but I didn't feel lost at any point. There are a few references to the first two books, including the relationship between the two main characters, but the story was able to stand alone without needing the detailed descriptions of previous events.

Dane is called to assist an old friend when her significant other goes missing. Not only did he disappear under mysterious circumstances, but he left behind clues that may solve a centuries old mystery involving a lost city and a powerful artifact. However, powerful people will stop at nothing to solve this puzzle before they do...

The narration was solid, well-performed, and had the right tone and pace.

After listening to this book, I will almost certainly go back and listen to the first two AND continue with the rest of the series. Five stars all around!

I received a free copy of this audiobook from the author, publisher, or narrator in exchange for an unbiased review. I was NOT required to write a positive review and this reflects my honest opinion of the work.

A fast, fun adventure right up to the end

If you could sum up Quest: A Dane Maddock Adventure in three words, what would they be?

Rugged
Intriguing
Action

What did you like best about this story?

I thought it was neat that Doyle's The Lost World was part of the clue pattern, but I enjoyed most how the story progressed, building upon clues and findings that led to the lost city and its secrets.

Which character – as performed by Jeffrey Kafer – was your favorite?

Dane Maddock--he (Kafer) has the attitude and tone right on target.

Any additional comments?

Very much worth the listen.

It'd be okay to pick this one up even if you've not listened to any of the previous novels in the series. Even though references are made to previous adventures, they're not vital to know and are easily followed/understood within the context of the current novel (Quest), so it stands alone well.

Mountaineering Mystery

Would you consider the audio edition of Quest: A Dane Maddock Adventure to be better than the print version?

Didn't read the priint version

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

The plot was extremely interesting.

Which character – as performed by Jeffrey Kafer – was your favorite?

All the characters were well done.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I use audio books during my frequent long drives

Quest

What was one of the most memorable moments of Quest: A Dane Maddock Adventure?

The Dead Men

Any additional comments?

I like it when the whole group is more involved in the story. I enjoy listening to Maddock and Bones adventures. The narrator has done another good job in telling this story. I received this audobook for free from Audiobook Boom for my unbiased review.

Reliable adventure for all

Dane and crew take us on a intriguing quest and I enjoyed the preface and the performance. Overall, recommended and hope new and inventive stories are coming.
Audio book provided by author, narrarator, or editor for an honest review

Adventure

Any additional comments?

Very good. Held my interest to the very end. Lot of great action and historical data mixed in with fun dialog.I enjoyed this story and would like to read the rest of the series. It was a great adventure, minimal amounts of romance and lots of action.

A fun read

Any additional comments?

This was a really fun story, I couldn't stop listening until it had finished. As is usual for the Dane Maddock Adventures it is full of action and mystery. Great characters and good writing. A definite recommendation. Kafer does such a good job of bringing the characters to life.

Exciting & Fun Adventure!

I really am enjoying these storylines in this series. Great charcters and there is always a fun adventure full of mystery and action.
Terrific narration and another great adventure and addition to this series.

Pretty much as expected ....

This is my second adventure with the dynamic duo of Maddock and Bonebreak ... and it was pretty much as expected. The basic story template with a handful of changes to keep it somewhat interesting and you have the recipe for some lightweight entertainment when that is what you are in the mood for. Stir in a few interesting conspiracies like the missing city of "Z" and a super bad guy organization on top of a little history, such as the punic war and the disappearance of an early British Explorer (Percy Fawcett), and you get just enjoy cognitive function to ward off complete boredom. Just enjoy and don't over think it.

I was given this free advance listener copy (ALC) audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

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Dane and Bones Never Disappoint

I truly enjoy the adventures of Dane Maddock and Bone Break. My son says their adventures have a "National Treasure' feel. We both love the humor and the fun predicaments Dane and Bones seem to find themselves in. This particular adventure has Dane and Bones helping the daughter of a former Military contact.

This adventure / mystery intrigues the duo who find themselves traveling to the Amazon and following the footsteps of a famous explorer Percy Faucett. Over course there is lots of humor, action and mystery.

Jeffery Kafer understands what makes this dynamic duo tick and it shows in his storytelling. I was not disappointed. With that said, this is the first time I've heard Kafer use accents (Engiish/British). I think it would have worked better, if he didn't, but it was an ok listening experience. This accent wasn't overly done, but every time an English speaking character was in the scene, I was reminded that this was new to my ears.

I received this audiobook free from FREEAUDIOBOOKCODES. My review is honest and voluntarily offered.

Mature Content: mild language, mild violence (no sex). I would rate this PG-13