A review by maw539
The Race by Clive Cussler

adventurous hopeful mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This weekend I picked up this instalment in the Isaac Bell series, this one my favourite so far. Packed with exciting characters and non-stop adventure, once I was engrossed in it, it was hard to put down. Occasionally, I had to remind myself it's set in the early 1900s, when the social norms were a little different from today. I did enjoy the portrayal of early aviation and the daring pilots navigating uncharted skies. Although some plot points stretched believability, like Bell's ability to pick up flying with barely a lesson, the book's pace and intrigue never falter. Overall, this was a fast-paced, captivating read that kept me hooked from start to finish.