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Kurt Austin is called in to stop a multinational corporation that is trying to gain control of the seas and killing anyone who tries to stop it. The coauthor is Paul Kemprecos.
Quick Summary
Kurt Austin, the unstoppable NUMA operative from Clive Cussler's adventure series, jumps into White Death to foil a greedy multinational corporation that's willing to sink anything including entire research crews to dominate the world's oceans. The story races from a hijacked submarine to a sabotaged offshore platform, delivering chase scenes, underwater showdowns, and snappy banter that keep you on the edge of your seat. If you love the thrill of treasure-hunting movies or the quick-paced mystery of the Hardy Boys but want something with a bit more tech-savvy edge, this one will hit the spot for older middle-schoolers and high-schoolers alike. Parents should note there are some tense moments explosions, a few close calls, and morally gray choices so it can feel a little scary, though nothing is overly graphic. The book also sneaks in real-world marine science, giving readers a fun way to learn about ocean currents, deep-sea vehicles, and why protecting the seas matters, all while keeping the plot moving like a blockbuster film.