Shadow Zone [Hardcover]

I've finished "Shadow Zone" the sequel to their "Silent Thunder" book by Iris and Roy Johansen.

Product Description

The #1 New York Times bestselling author teams up once again with her Edgar award-winning son to bring us a new heart-pounding thriller involving the search for a mysterious Atlantean city.

While mapping the ancient underwater city of Marinth in the Atlantic Ocean, submersible designer Hannah Bryson makes a shocking discovery: she may have finally uncovered the truth about the once-glorious city’s mysterious demise. Long ago it was a thriving metropolis bursting with culture and life — Marinth’s sudden disappearance has plagued scientists for years. But now, with her unexpected new findings, Hannah realizes that the ancient city’s explosive secret could have dire consequences for the modern - day world.

But Hannah isn’t the only one who realizes it. When her key artifact is hijacked en route to a research lab, she is thrust into an adventure in which she must match wits against a terrifying enemy who will kill anyone who stands in his way. And when Hannah becomes his target, she knows that her best hope for survival lies with Kirov, a mysterious and deadly man from her past. Together they will race to unravel Marinth’s last great secret in order to prevent a catastrophe of global proportions. Before the lethal game is over, however, Hannah will realize that no one is above suspicion.

About the Author

IRIS JOHANSEN is the New York Times bestselling author of Silent Thunder (w/Roy Johansen), Deadlock, Dark Summer, Pandora’s Daughter, Quicksand, Killer Dreams, On The Run, Countdown, Firestorm, Fatal Tide, Dead Aim, No One To Trust, Blood Game, and more.  ROY JOHANSEN is an Edgar awardwinning author and the son of Iris Johansen. He has written many well-received mysteries, including Silent Thunder, Deadly Visions, Beyond Belief, and The Answer Man.
 
Product Details
Hardcover: 384 pages
Publisher: St. Martin's Press; 1 edition (July 20, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0312611609
ISBN-13: 978-0312611606

My Review:

Hannah has discovered the reason why Marinth had a mysterious demise and while on-route is hijacked by Vincent Gadiare and his femme - fatale lover, Anna Devareau (man is she a piece of work and very deadly).  These two have no trouble killing people and have no remorse and it really turns them on!  Hmmmm!

Hannah a world-class submarine designer gathers her own team of experts which includes her former ally/love interest Nicolas Kirov an enigmatic assassin (he can charm anyone)!

Mostly the romance is seduction and I'm glad that Nicholas doesn't force Hannah to fall into bed with him.  He said he would wait until she is ready!

3/5