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Clive Cussler’s daring seafaring world returns with the Oregon, a clandestine vessel cloaked in disrepair but equipped with advanced weaponry and intelligence gear. Captained by the charismatic, one‑legged Juan Cabrillo, the Oregon’s crew of former military and spy operatives has just finished a covert operation in the Persian Gulf. Suddenly, they encounter a derelict cruise ship drifting across the sea; its deck is littered with bodies. As explosions erupt along the wreck, Cabrillo barely escapes with the lone survivor. He is thrust into a complex, high‑stakes mystery involving a lethal cult with worldwide ambitions. The Oregon’s complex mission, high‑technology stealth, and intense maritime action make “Plague Ship” a gripping thriller that showcases Cussler’s skill at combining adventure, suspense, and high‑stakes intrigue.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Suspense/Action Suspense
Authors: Clive Cussler
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