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#19882 in Books Random House Trade Paperbacks 2005-05-24 2005-05-24Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x .80 x 5.10l; .70 #File Name: 0375760989416 pagesGreat product!
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. A white knuckle thrillerBy Henry Bud JohnsonI must admit that being a retired police officer leads me to police novels; both fiction and non-fiction. I discovered Shadow Divers when surfing for my next read.I have been a recreational SCUBA diver and I love history. I gave Shadow Divers a try.What a treasure I discovered. I loved this novel. First shipwreck divers discovered a sunken vessel; which happens to be a German U-boat. Then the many dangers of deep sea diving. Next is making the identification of the U-boat; which cost lives. Finally; a history lesson about WWII and U-boats.I was so happy that I discovered this book. My eyes are blurred from not putting this book down.I recommend Shadow Divers and will check out other novels by Robert Kurson.8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. READ THIS BOOK. Real life mystery solved. Real character studies. Excitement. Great writing.By HFThis is the most exciting; engaging book I've read in a couple of years. Bravo to Mr. Kurson for his very thorough research; including interviews. And his writing style is spot on - not to simplistic; not to verbose; but enthralling. His forte; in my mind; is his detailed character studies that tell what makes the principle characters tick - why they are so driven to explore; discover and always seek and present the truth. It was very difficult to put this book down as I followed the real-life mystery onion being methodically peeled open.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Amazing; true story! A great read for divers or history buffsBy Austin ReaderThis was one of the better books I have read in a long time. The story follows true; hardcore deep divers in their quest for their next find (hopefully an undiscovered wreck) and what they stumble upon is pretty amazing - right off the coast of New Jersey. There is a very long period of time that they spend trying to determine what they have actually found and during that time; tragedy ensues. I can't believe this is a true story! If you are a diver or interested in WW II artifacts or U boats you will really enjoy this book. Includes many photos!
