Antarktos Rising

Antarktos Rising
by Jeremy Robinson

Antarktos Rising
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Author: Jeremy Robinson
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-10-22
ISBN: 1935142003
Number of pages: 453
Publisher: Breakneck Books

Book Reviews of Antarktos Rising

Book Review: A fascinating alternative to "The Day After Tomorrow"
Summary: 5 Stars

When I watched the movie "The Day After Tomorrow" I found myself thinking that while the special effects were terrific, the story line was lacking. The explanation of the polar shift was brief and lacked adequate detail, and the events of the story took place over what, a week? Jeremy Robinson's "Antarktos Rising" also revolves around the global consequences following a polar shift. However, his explanation of what he describes as a cyclical phenomena is significantly more thorough, and his focus on the post-shift world is less sensationalized and more focused on the international political landscape. It is the potential realignment of global superpowers that drives the premise of the story, providing for more intrigue and possibility than the aforementioned disaster movie.

The cover of the book hints at one of the perils found on the newly thawed Antarktos, formerly known as Antarctica. The reemergence of a predator long thought extinct is also adequately explained, with factual examples that will make most readers deem plausible, at least to some extent. However, the real antagonists are a more recent, and far deadlier, nightmare whose existence is more debatable. Through the revelations in this area of Robinson's writing did I find myself learning about what for me was an entirely unfamiliar topic. I paid rapt attention to these new players in the post-shift world's fate, enjoying the bread crumb path of details to new found knowledge.

Having read Robinson's Kronos before reading this book I was somewhat concerned that religion would be the focal point of his writing again. While religion does indeed play a significant role in the plot, I did not feel bludgeoned by it the way I sometimes did while reading Kronos. Rather, in this case I believe the story line greatly benefited from it. Robinson took bible stories most children are familiar with and expounded upon the minutia that is often overlooked, thus delivering a genuine sense of good vs. evil to the tale.

Obviously, I greatly enjoyed this book. I followed up my reading by visiting Robinson's site to find out about the upcoming animated movie advertised in the paperback. After contacting the author himself I learned that the economy has waylaid production. This was terribly disappointing, as this book would make a terrific movie. On a brighter note, Robinson's reply was prompt and amicable, demonstrating that not only does he work hard at his craft, but he appears to genuinely care about his readers and their interest and feedback. Kudos Mr. Robinson.

Summary of Antarktos Rising

THE WORLD RACES TO CLAIM A NEW CONTINENT...

A phenomenon known as crustal displacement shifts the Earth's crust, repositioning continents and causing countless deaths. In the wake of the global catastrophe, the world struggles to take care of its displaced billions. But Antarctica, freshly thawed and blooming, has emerged as a new hope. Rather than wage a world war no nation can endure, the leading nations devise a competition, a race to the center of Antarctica, with the three victors dividing the continent.

It is within this race that Mirabelle Whitney, one of the few surviving experts on the continent, grouped with an American special forces unit, finds herself. But the dangers awaiting the team are far worse than feared; beyond the sour history of a torn family, beyond the nefarious intentions of their human enemies, beyond the ancient creatures reborn through anhydrobiosis--there are the Nephilim.

...ONLY TO FIND IT ALREADY TAKEN.

THE STORY CONTINUES!

If you enjoy ANTARKTOS RISING, be sure to check out The Antarktos Saga, also by Jeremy Robinson. The first two books in this brand new series are prequels to AR. The third book parallels AR. And the last two books finish both story lines as the merge.
The Antarktos Saga, in order:
  1. THE LAST HUNTER - DESCENT
  2. THE LAST HUNTER - PURSUIT
  3. THE LAST HUNTER - ASCENT
  4. THE LAST HUNTER - LAMENT (coming 2012)
  5. THE LAST HUNTER - ONSLAUGHT (coming 2012)
PRAISE FOR ANTARKTOS RISING:

"Jeremy Robinson is an original and exciting voice. Antarktos Rising has just the right blend of menace and normality---a tale full of intrigue, treachery, and a wealth of secrets. A good old-fashioned suspense story set in one of the most desolate places of earth. It fires on all cylinders in a smart, taut thrill."
-- Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author of THE VENETIAN BETRAYAL and THE CHARLEMAGNE PURSUIT

"Apocalypse comes to Antarctica. Jeremy Robinson balances Biblical speculation upon a dagger-edge of suspense and adventure. With Antarktos Rising, Robinson opens a new dark continent of terror. Trespass at your own risk."
--James Rollins, New York Times bestselling author of Black Order and The Judas Strain

"An awesome journey into the beating heart of a legend. Jules Verne would be proud."
-- Stel Pavlou, bestselling author of DECIPHER and GENE

"A fast-paced chiller that delves into new possibilities about our future...and past."
--Steve Alten, best-selling author of MEG and The SHELL GAME

"How do you find an original story idea in the crowded action-thriller genre? Two words: Jeremy Robinson. Antartkos combines history, science and myth about Antarctica to create a jaw-dropping concept so real it will have you Googling like mad to learn more after the story is finished."
-- Scott Sigler, bestselling author of ANCESTOR and EARTHCORE

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