The Judas Strain

A Sigma Force Novel, Book 4

By: James Rollins

Narrated by: Peter J. Fernandez

Length: 18 hrs and 36 mins

Publisher's summary

ju-das strain, n. A scientific term for an organism that drives an entire species to extinction

New York Times best-selling author James Rollins returns with a terrifying story of an ancient menace reborn to plague the modern world...and of an impossible hope that lies hidden in the most shocking place imaginable: within the language of angels.

From the depths of the Indian Ocean, a horrific plague has arisen to devastate humankind - a disease that's unknown, unstoppable, and deadly. But it is merely a harbinger of the doom that is to follow. Aboard a cruise liner transformed into a makeshift hospital, Dr. Lisa Cummings and Monk Kokkalis, operatives of SIGMA Force, search for answers to the bizarre affliction. But there are others with far less altruistic intentions. In a savage and sudden coup, terrorists hijack the vessel, turning a mercy ship into a floating bio-weapons lab.

A world away, SIGMA's commander, Gray Pierce, thwarts the murderous schemes of a beautiful would-be killer who holds the first clue to the discovery of a possible cure. Pierce joins forces with the woman who wanted him dead, and together they embark upon an astonishing quest following the trail of the most fabled explorer in history: Marco Polo. But time is an enemy as a worldwide pandemic grows rapidly out of control. As a relentless madman dogs their every step, Gray and his unlikely ally are being pulled into an astonishing mystery buried deep in antiquity and in humanity's genetic code. And as the seconds tick closer to doomsday, Gray Pierce will realize he can truly trust no one, for any one of them could be...a Judas.

©2007 Jim Czajkowski (P)2006 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"Action abounds...as the characters from the previous novel range over the globe. There are murders, disfiguring diseases, pirates, cannibals, and, oh yes, people who glow in the dark....this book is great good fun, if readers suspend their disbelief." ( Library Journal)

Truly fantastic series! Will be reading book three

fantastic read! I couldn't stop listening to it. Your books draw you into the story.

High paced, Action packed!

I love this series. The characters are great, the story moves fast and I learn a lot of religious history from them.

Interesting story

Great idea & story. Thought provoking as well as entertaining. Unfortunately, long torturous segments of emotional slog and half witted characters make the book at times almost unbearable.

Highly recommended series

I have really been enjoying his series. He keeps you guessing and has a wonderful balance of dialogue, action and keeping the story moving forward.

OMG this was good!

I could not put this one down. This series is so very Believe able and so good. on to the next one.

A good Listen! I enjoyed a lot.

I like James Rollins, Judas Strain. This is my second listen of his audiobooks and I enjoy the way he mixes science with spycraft. I plan to listen to more of his books. They are different. He mixes secret agent with scientist and clones a entertaining set of characters saving the world from diabolical plots of mass destruction. Enjoy!

the light at the end of the turtle!

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

Yes, as it is fast moving, with a good story line that twists well.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Judas Strain?

When we are told that sometime a door is just a door.

Any additional comments?

The narration was wonderful. Fernandez has a special ability to bring the story to life.

Exhilarating

Another masterpiece by James Rollins. Hang on to your seats and prepare for a great story.

The Judas Strain

Action packed. Really keeps you wanting to keep listening.

Rolings puts out another great one!

If you like the Jason Borne books or Ludlum, get this book! It is every bit as good them! The plot is a little ‘save-the-world’ and (thin) ‘sci-fi science’, but who cares. The action is great, and the plot is twisty and fun. Just a great listen!