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3.52 AVERAGE
3.52 AVERAGE
Blue Gold by Clive Cussler
I'm a massive fan of Clive Cussler and all his works, especially Dirk Pitt, Kurt Austin and the new Isaac Bell stories. As expected, Blue Gold is a great addition to the collection. The story features Kurt Austin and Joe Zavala, a recent addition to Cussler's world. It's classic Cussler, spans over years and is full of action and adventure.
I'm a massive fan of Clive Cussler and all his works, especially Dirk Pitt, Kurt Austin and the new Isaac Bell stories. As expected, Blue Gold is a great addition to the collection. The story features Kurt Austin and Joe Zavala, a recent addition to Cussler's world. It's classic Cussler, spans over years and is full of action and adventure.
Un bel libro, pieno di avventura e colpi di scena; do solo 3 stelle per due ragioni principali:
1) La prima è la più banale: il libro è un po' troppo lungo, di conseguenza può risultare noioso a tratti; devo dire però che in quasi ogni istante c'è un qualche evento significativo alla storia, che dopotutto rende la lettura abbastanza piacevole.
2) Il secondo motivo è che ci sono davvero molte coincidenze, non faccio spoilers, ma lo noterete quando e se vorrete leggere il libro!
1) La prima è la più banale: il libro è un po' troppo lungo, di conseguenza può risultare noioso a tratti; devo dire però che in quasi ogni istante c'è un qualche evento significativo alla storia, che dopotutto rende la lettura abbastanza piacevole.
2) Il secondo motivo è che ci sono davvero molte coincidenze, non faccio spoilers, ma lo noterete quando e se vorrete leggere il libro!
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Just so-so, light reading as usual. Plot not too crazy. Wouldn't recommend it as an intro to Cussler though - could potentially get a little boring.
Got 29 % in this book and I just couldn't take it anymore. Feel like the writing and the dialogue to be cluncky and don't have a good flow to it. It doesn't feel well written and was a slough to get through, yes it seems to be well researched but not even that could safe it for me. Don't know why I enjoyed the first book so much more, maybe I just didn't notice the writing then?
A great read. The true life aspects blend beautifully to the story line and the way the real world is handled is magnificent. Almost a true story in feel.
This felt like a caricature of the genre. It may have contained almost every cheesy and cliche line possible for an action / crime fiction novel. Uncomfortable and kind of cringy. 2 stars for the action-packed ridiculousness of it all.
"Blue Gold" by Clive Cussler, a renowned author in the adventure and thriller genre, turned out to be a major letdown. I had high hopes for this book. Regrettably, it failed to deliver on almost every level, leaving me deeply unsatisfied and frustrated.
First and foremost, the plot of "Blue Gold" lacked originality and felt like a recycled version of Cussler's earlier works. It follows the same tired formula of a rugged hero, Kurt Austin, embarking on a mission to save the world from an impending disaster. The predictable storyline is riddled with clichés and lacks the gripping suspense one would expect from a thriller novel. It feels like Cussler relied too heavily on his established formula, resulting in a stagnant and uninspired narrative.
Furthermore, the characters in this book are disappointingly one-dimensional. Kurt Austin, the supposed protagonist, lacks depth and fails to connect with readers on an emotional level. His actions and dialogue come across as contrived and lacking authenticity. The supporting characters are equally underdeveloped, serving as mere placeholders rather than individuals with distinct personalities. This lack of character development robs the story of any real impact, making it difficult to invest in the outcome or care about the fate of the protagonists.
Additionally, the writing style in "Blue Gold" is tedious and overly descriptive. Cussler goes into painstaking detail about irrelevant aspects, making the pacing sluggish and dull. Instead of enhancing the atmosphere or adding depth to the narrative, the excessive descriptions bog down the story, resulting in a tedious reading experience. The prose lacks finesse and fails to engage the reader, further exacerbating the book's lackluster nature.
What is particularly disappointing about "Blue Gold" is the missed opportunity to explore the fascinating themes it introduces. The book touches on the crucial issue of water scarcity and the potential consequences for humanity, but fails to delve deeper into this compelling subject matter. It presents an intriguing premise but fails to capitalize on it, leaving readers feeling unsatisfied and craving more substantial exploration.
In conclusion, "Blue Gold" by Clive Cussler is a lackluster addition to his repertoire. It suffers from an unoriginal plot, shallow characters, tedious writing style, and a failure to fully explore its intriguing themes. As a fan of the adventure and thriller genre, I was deeply disappointed by this book. I would not recommend "Blue Gold" to anyone seeking a captivating and thought-provoking read.
First and foremost, the plot of "Blue Gold" lacked originality and felt like a recycled version of Cussler's earlier works. It follows the same tired formula of a rugged hero, Kurt Austin, embarking on a mission to save the world from an impending disaster. The predictable storyline is riddled with clichés and lacks the gripping suspense one would expect from a thriller novel. It feels like Cussler relied too heavily on his established formula, resulting in a stagnant and uninspired narrative.
Furthermore, the characters in this book are disappointingly one-dimensional. Kurt Austin, the supposed protagonist, lacks depth and fails to connect with readers on an emotional level. His actions and dialogue come across as contrived and lacking authenticity. The supporting characters are equally underdeveloped, serving as mere placeholders rather than individuals with distinct personalities. This lack of character development robs the story of any real impact, making it difficult to invest in the outcome or care about the fate of the protagonists.
Additionally, the writing style in "Blue Gold" is tedious and overly descriptive. Cussler goes into painstaking detail about irrelevant aspects, making the pacing sluggish and dull. Instead of enhancing the atmosphere or adding depth to the narrative, the excessive descriptions bog down the story, resulting in a tedious reading experience. The prose lacks finesse and fails to engage the reader, further exacerbating the book's lackluster nature.
What is particularly disappointing about "Blue Gold" is the missed opportunity to explore the fascinating themes it introduces. The book touches on the crucial issue of water scarcity and the potential consequences for humanity, but fails to delve deeper into this compelling subject matter. It presents an intriguing premise but fails to capitalize on it, leaving readers feeling unsatisfied and craving more substantial exploration.
In conclusion, "Blue Gold" by Clive Cussler is a lackluster addition to his repertoire. It suffers from an unoriginal plot, shallow characters, tedious writing style, and a failure to fully explore its intriguing themes. As a fan of the adventure and thriller genre, I was deeply disappointed by this book. I would not recommend "Blue Gold" to anyone seeking a captivating and thought-provoking read.