The Atlantis Gene--a Sci-fi Thriller

Book Details
Title: The Atlantis Gene

Author:  A.G. Riddle
ASIN: B00C2WDD5I

Genre:  Sci-fi thriller

Length: 489 pages

Format: Kindle Ebook

Publication Date: March 27, 2013

I just finished reading The Atlantis Gene, by A. G. Riddle. This was Riddle’s first novel and I have to say it’s an enjoyable read that feels as exciting as a wild roller coaster ride. If you enjoy reading authors such as Dan Brown or Clive Cussler, you’ll enjoy this book.

Riddle uses a mix of genetic and evolutionary science to tell a complex tale that includes romance, sci-fi, and breath-taking, fast-paced excitement.

The main characters, Kate Warner and David Vale, are likable. Both characters have painful pasts they want to escape. Riddle does a great job at creating characters who draw you into their story—characters you care about. Kate Warner is a doctor conducting autism research in Jakarta. David is the Jakarta station chief for Clocktower, a counter terrorism group.  

The Immari Corporation is a multinational firm involved in many fields, including science and genetics. This group is funding Kate Warner’s research work.  The Immari’s goal is to save humanity by finding and implementing the Atlantis gene. This gene will protect humanity against the possible return of ancient aliens who visited Earth about 70,000 years ago. The gene may be tied to Warner’s autism research in some way.

This quote, from Amazon, sums up the book, “The Atlantis Gene is a thought-provoking technothriller about global genetic experiments, ancient conspiracies and the mysteries of human evolution. Its complex characters and historical and scientific details will stay with you long after you finish…”

I like the way Riddle weaves this complex tale with science and history. He explains the Toba Catastrophe Theory, making it easy for laypeople to understand. It’s a very interesting concept and is used to great advantage in the story.

At the beginning, the story was a little slow, but after that the book took off with fast-paced adventure and intrigue. The story kept me hooked to the end—it was hard to put down. Riddle leaves the reader with a cliff hanger ending; it left me wanting to read the next book, which is also available on Amazon.

I highly recommend reading the Atlantis Gene. I can’t wait to read Riddle's sequel—The Atlantis Plague—which continues the story of Kate, David and the Immari.  

Disclosure:  I purchased this ebook with my own funds. This review is my own opinion. I have not received compensation for this review in any form.