Raise the Titanic! (Dirk Pitt, #4)
Raise the Titanic! (Dirk Pitt, #4)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionNorth Atlantic Ocean • 1980s
2004
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Clive Cussler’s novel Raise the Titanic! follows adventurer Dirk Pitt as he attempts to recover a rare mineral crucial to national defense from the sunken RMS Titanic. Set against the backdrop of Cold War tensions, the mission combines elements of underwater exploration, espionage, and historical mystery.
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Review Roundup
Clive Cussler's Raise the Titanic! offers an engaging adventure filled with suspense and historical intrigue. The novel captures readers with thrilling deep-sea exploration, though some criticize the occasionally implausible plot and dated technology. Despite this, the charismatic protagonist and innovative narrative hooks keep the story compelling and entertaining.
Who Should Read Raise the Titanic! (Dirk Pitt, #4)?
Readers who enjoy Raise the Titanic! by Clive Cussler typically appreciate action-packed, maritime thrillers with historical twists. Fans of The Hunt for Red October by Tom Clancy or Ice Station by Matthew Reilly would find this novel engaging due to its blend of adventure, suspense, and underwater exploration.
35,313 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Although published in 1976, the novel ties into the historical fascination with the Titanic, predating the actual discovery of the Titanic wreck by almost a decade, which occurred in 1985.
Clive Cussler’s work on Raise the Titanic! contributed to his reputation for blending historical and fictional elements, which became a hallmark of the Dirk Pitt series.
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionNorth Atlantic Ocean • 1980s
2004
Adult
14-18 years
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