The Last Odyssey - James Rollins

The Last Odyssey

By James Rollins

  • Release Date: 2020-03-24
  • Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 1,281 Ratings

Description

To save the world and our future, Sigma Force must embark on a dangerous odyssey into an ancient past whose horrors are all too present in this page-turning thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author James Rollins that combines cutting-edge science, historical mystery, mythology, and pulse-pounding action.

For eons, the city of Troy—whose legendary fall was detailed in Homer’s Iliad—was believed to be myth, until archaeologists in the nineteenth century uncovered its ancient walls buried beneath the sands. If Troy was real, how much of Homer’s twin tales of gods and monsters, curses and miracles—The Iliad and The Odyssey—could also be true and awaiting discovery?

In the frozen tundra of Greenland, a group of modern-day researchers stumble on a shocking find: a medieval ship buried a half-mile below the ice. The ship’s hold contains a collection of even older artifacts—tools of war—dating back to the Bronze Age. Inside the captain’s cabin is a magnificent treasure that is as priceless as it is miraculous: a clockwork gold map imbedded with an intricate silver astrolabe. The mechanism was crafted by a group of Muslim inventors—the Banū Mūsā brothers—considered by many to be the Da Vincis of the Arab world—brilliant scientists who inspired Leonardo’s own work.

Once activated, the moving map traces the path of Odysseus’s famous ship as it sailed away from Troy. But the route detours as the map opens to reveal a fiery river leading to a hidden realm underneath the Mediterranean Sea. It is the subterranean world of Tartarus, the Greek name for Hell. In mythology, Tartarus was where the wicked were punished and the monstrous Titans of old, imprisoned.

When word of Tartarus spreads—and of the cache of miraculous weapons said to be hidden there—tensions explode in this volatile region where Turks battle Kurds, terrorists wage war, and civilians suffer untold horrors. The phantasmagoric horrors found in Homer’s tales are all too real—and could be unleashed upon the world. Whoever possesses them can use their awesome power to control the future of humanity.

Now, Sigma Force must go where humans fear to tread. To prevent a tyrant from igniting a global war, they must cross the very gates of Hell.

Reviews

  • Last Oddesey

    5
    By Divad Chevelle
    I gave this book a three star rating before because at the time I couldn’t find the truth verses fiction part of the book . Well I found that part( using this new phone ) and has made all the difference in my appraisal. I love all the background sources James lists to let the reader further his or her interest in a particular subject. A FIVE AS USUAL IS MY RATING 😊
  • Meh.

    2
    By gatodak
    Kinda interesting story. Basically a children’s book though. Super obvious, every coming event telegraphed and entirely predictable. Sorely needs editing.
  • Sigma Force The Last Odyssey

    5
    By tagsaleguy
    Another great read from James Rollins. If you’ve read the other Sigma books, you’ll love this one as he continues to build the series characters and continues the action.
  • The last Odyssey

    3
    By danmatras
    I have always enjoyed Mr. Rollins books however I think this one leaves something to be desired. It seemed like the ending was entirely too long and at times difficult to follow. Hopefully his next offering will be better.
  • Boring

    1
    By bdjdhddjjdjd
    Very predictable, cheesy writing.
  • Somewhat disappointed

    3
    By b_b_1
    I've been an avid fan of the Sigma Force series and have been eagerly awaiting this book to come out. One of only a few book series that I normally find hard to put down. Half way through this book I lost that excitement as the story seemed predictable and somewhat boring. Hoping next years story will bring that excitement back, although now I have to wait a whole year.