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

Storm Cycle (Hardcover)

I've just finished reading "Storm Cycle by Iris Johansen & Roy Johansen.

Product Description

Rachel Kirby is a computer genius whose personal life is hell. While she continues to climb the corporate ranks, her beloved twin sister is plagued by a chronic illness that will eventually kill her, leaving Rachel all alone.

Serendipity in the form of a mysterious email lands in Rachel’s lap one day, but not without a price. Thousands of miles away, archeologist John Tanek sits trapped inside a collapsed Egyptian tomb with a functioning laptop. He knows that Rachel is the only person who can help him, but time is quickly running out. It turns out the collapse was no accident. John has discovered something very valuable in that tomb, something that humankind has been searching for throughout history, something that Rachel could use as it may hold the key to her sister’s cure. While Rachel orchestrates his rescue, she soon finds herself trapped in a dangerous web of deceit and murder. Can she put her trust in John Tanek? She’d do anything to save her sister. Will they both live long enough to unravel the ancient mystery they’ve found inside the tomb?

With Johansen and Johansen’s fast-paced action, charismatic characters, and impeccable research, Storm Cycle will carry you away.

My Review:

Storyline: I really enjoyed the storyline because of the super computer and it had an Egyptian setting.  It has the involvement of government agencies, a pharmaceutical firm that would like to hide a possible cure, corporate hit men, Egyptian pharaohs, a dying sister, and one supercomputer that may just save the world. The story spans the globe, taking the reader from Houston to Egypt, Paris, Vegas and Russia with an entire cast of entertaining characters in each place.

Characters: The characters were well written especially Rachel, John, Allie & Hal. 

Romance: I enjoyed reading the romance between Rachel & John because you can feel the sexual tension between them.  Surprised the love scenes weren't as descriptive as previous books.

Killer(s): Some of the killers just wanted money and they were afraid of the real boss.  I'm glad they got what was coming to them.

Very fast paced read and I would recommend reading and I enjoyed this one alot more than Silent Thunder!

4/5

Silent Thunder (Hardcover)

I've just finished reading "Silent Thunder" by Iris Johansen & Roy Johansen.

Product Description

Number-one bestselling author Iris Johansen teams up with Edgar Award winner Roy Johansen and the result is an explosive, tour-de-force thriller. . . . It was the assignment of a lifetime. . . . Brilliant marine architect Hannah Bryson has been given the job of a lifetime. A U.S. maritime museum has just acquired the decommissioned Soviet submarine Silent Thunder for public exhibition. It’s Hannah’s job to make sure that every single inch of the legendary nuclear attack sub is safe for the thousands of visitors anticipated. Enlisting the aid of her brother, Connor, they examine the enormous vessel and delve into its long---and lethal---history. But is it really a trap? In the course of their investigation, Connor discovers a mysterious message behind one of the ship’s panels. But before he can figure out what it means, there’s a deadly assault on Silent Thunder. . . . Though the U.S. government tries to warn Hannah away, she’ll stop at nothing to find the ruthless mastermind behind her brother’s death. Even if it means joining forces with a mysterious man who may be even more dangerous than the enemy she has sworn to bring down. As Hannah finds herself in the crossfire of an epic standoff, her only hope for survival is to unravel the sub’s explosive secret. But someone’s willing to kill to make sure Silent Thunder stays silent. . . . Brisk, exhilarating, and filled with authentic details, Silent Thunder is what you get when you team the biggest name in suspense with the stunning plot twists of an Edgar Award--winning author. Get ready for a page-turning thrill ride!

About the Author

Iris Johansen is the New York Times bestselling author of Pandora’s Daughter, Quicksand, Killer Dreams, On the Run, Countdown, Firestorm, Fatal Tide, Dead Aim, No One to Trust, and more. She lives near Atlanta, Georgia. Roy Johansen is an Edgar Award--winning author and the son of Iris Johansen. He has written many well-received mysteries, including Deadly Visions, Beyond Belief, and The Answer Man.