Bloodline

A Sigma Force Novel, Book 8

By: James Rollins

Narrated by: Peter Jay Fernandez

Length: 15 hrs and 18 mins

Publisher's summary

New York Times best-selling author James Rollins takes you to the edge of modern medicine, genetics, and technology, revealing the next evolutionary leap forward: Immortality - a future conceived through the monstrous ingenuity of man....

Galilee, 1025. A cunning Templar knight uncovers a holy treasure: the Bachal Isu - the staff of Jesus Christ - a priceless icon that holds a mysterious and terrifying power that will forever change humanity if unleashed.

A millennium later, Somali pirates hijack a yacht off the coast off the Horn of Africa, kidnapping a young pregnant American woman and brutally killing her husband. Painter Crowe and his SIGMA team are enlisted for the top secret rescue mission. The kidnapped woman is Amanda Gant-Bennett, the daughter of U.S. President James Gant. Crowe is more than a little suspicious that the kidnapping masks a far more nefarious plot.

In the field, Commander Gray Pierce leads his small team of operatives into the treacherous African jungle to find the missing woman. But what should be a straightforward rescue turns into a fiery ambush and a deadly act of betrayal. As Commander Pierce and his team discover, the hostage is a pawn in a shattering act of terrorism with dark and shocking repercussions. And the danger is only beginning....

Performed by Peter Jay Fernandez.

©2012 James Czajkowski (P)2012 HarperCollins Publishers

Very enthralling! I couldn't stop listening to it

I would listen to Bloodline again because it was very entertaining, suspensfull, and well written.

I enjoyed the story - A good Read

This was my first Rollins book I have ever listened to / read. And I enjoyed it, its a good book with a lot of action. I am always worried that a book this far into a series of characters will leave me not understanding part of the story line, I never felt that way at all. I am not looking at getting another book in this series.

Just Riviting

Rollins is a master of the pen, but this book was just remarkable. There were multiple climactic plot lines, surprises. There was great information conveyed regarding the use of military war dogs, I really loved that aspect of this book.

I fully recommend this book to any readers of the genre

Great Story and Narration

Would you consider the audio edition of Bloodline to be better than the print version?

I have no idea. Personal preference. I like the audio version a lot. This narrator is pretty good. Not as talented as the guy that narrates the Brad Thor books.

What other book might you compare Bloodline to and why?

Full Black, books by Steve Berry and Brad Thor

What about Peter Jay Fernandez’s performance did you like?

He was fair.

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

The story was pretty good. Learning who the villian(s) are was instrumental, especially since part of this carried over from the previous novel.

LOVE IT. Listened to entire series multiple times

great book and can't get enough of this series. I've listened to the entire sigma series multiple times and all Rollins books. they just keep getting better

excellent

Best book in the series, so far! Can't wait to listen to the rest of the series...

Twists and turns

Interwoven twists, character development, pulled together previous stories and characters, suspense, mix of historical and scientific real world with fiction.

Excellent Read

Would you listen to Bloodline again? Why?

Yes, because you always discover something you missed the first time around.

What did you like best about this story?

The interaction of the team. I also really enjoyed the two newest members, especially Kane.

What does Peter Jay Fernandez bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He helps with keeping the pace and brings energy to the performance.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Yes it made me laugh in several places because I know the characters from previous books. It also made me hold my breath more than once.

Any additional comments?

The author writes in such a way as to pull you in to the story. I always look forward to a new book by him. In fact, I have gone back and bought many of his other books before the Sigma team started. The only dismay I feel right now, is knowing I have to wait a long time for the next book!

Blood Line Review

What did you love best about Bloodline?

I love the Sigma Forces series, and Bloodline was as exceptional as the rest.

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

The plot was amazing, always a new twist and turn around the corner. I really enjoy the history and science he weaves into his books.

What about Peter Jay Fernandez’s performance did you like?

Jay Fernandez's was easy to listen to.

Exciting story

What made the experience of listening to Bloodline the most enjoyable?

Excitement and bravery by both men and women. It was not just one dimensional. I really liked the characters. It may be farfetched in some places, but it doesn't matter. It was still a great thrill ride.