Riptide

By: Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Length: 14 hrs and 44 mins

Publisher's summary

A centuries-old, cursed pirate's treasure, valued at over $2 billion, lies deep within the treacherous waters off the coast of Maine. Men who have attempted to unearth the fortune have suffered gruesome deaths. Will a high-tech expedition meet the same fate?

©1999 Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child (P)2010 Hachette

Critic reviews

"Yo ho ho? get ready for a ripping good yarn.... This nonstop action adventure has all the elements of a perfect summertime thriller - pirate treasure of unimaginable worth, 300-year-old cryptograms written in invisible ink, a legendary curse, and a driven captain who will stop at nothing to reach his goal. The red-hot authors of Reliquary score another big winner." ( Library Journal)

Very entertaining

Would you listen to Riptide again? Why?

Yes, I would listen to Riptide again but would definitely skip through a lot of the chaff in the background setup.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Riptide?

Hatch and his brother's expedition into the tunnel.

What aspect of Scott Brick’s performance would you have changed?

Nothing, Brick is a great narrator.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Hatch elaborated on the loss of his father.

Excellent!

Would you listen to Riptide again? Why?

Yes it was a great story and well read with realistic mystery.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Riptide?

The historical interest (fiction of course but fun) which was the center of the story.

What does Scott Brick bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Had a relaxed voice when I may not have felt that way reading the book - it helped for me to put the mysteries in the right place and added to my guess as to what was going to happen next.

Any additional comments?

Recommend to anyone who likes a good mystery. I was concerned it may be too much about sailing or pirates - but it was not.

A More Treacherous “Goonies”

I can always count on Lincoln & Child for something creative. It took a bit but this was exciting, a little incredible, but all in all a fun adventure.

Nice Idea. Not a great book

What did you like best about Riptide? What did you like least?

Well the setting and the concept was interesting, particularly to us New Englanders. There is enough of a plot there to keep you going and although the character development is pretty minimal, at least the main character is somewhat engaging.

Overall I was very underwhelmed by the book. The plot was obvious and superficial. The characters where very artificial and they were only there to shore-up the weak plot. If you know anything about technology you will find the technical descriptions and dialog to be similar to something you would hear on a television drama: a recitation of buzzwords that make no sense to a technologist.

If you’ve listened to books by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child before, how does this one compare?

No and its not likely I will be investigating their other books any time soon.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

Yes. I never cared for him anyway but he is particularly inappropriate for this book. His overly dramatic reading style makes this marginal plot sound even more hokey.

Was Riptide worth the listening time?

Hmmm. I listen during my commute so time isn't that big an issue, however if I had paid full price for the thing I might be upset. It was almost worth the $7. Free would have been even better.

enjoyable

A Very good story, good narration. Preston and Childs are a remarkable team of writers.

Really interesting read

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Although some of the aspects of the story are a bit "out there," the writer brings it together surprisingly well. I was pretty sure I'd enjoy the book, as it was pretty much right in my wheelhouse, but I didn't expect to be sneaking out on my lunch break to get a little more of the story. I looked forward to my commute.

Overall good story.

It was thrilling. But the ending was a little predictable. But overall it was a good story.

Great book!

Doug Preston just gets better. l never was bored. Looking forward to the next book.
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Thrilling Treasure Tale

This was a thrilling pirate tale from the master duo of Preston and Child. They have woven an intricate tale about pirate loot, a booby trapped pit and a cursed island. It draws you in and reveals details over time. The last act is very thrilling. Expertly narrated by Scott Brick, this modern day pirate tale feels very realistic.

Another excellent adventure by Preston & Child

Preston & Child are so good together that each book is an adventure onto itself. The twist, turns and suprises are never predictible and always exciting. This book is a wonderful way to loose yourself for hours! Enjoy.