Indiana Jones returns in his latest thriller where Russians, archaeology, and his own past collide....

Colonel Doctor Irina Spalko wants to gain knowledge, all the knowledge out there. In fact, she specializes in psychic research so it is no surprise she wants her hands on a relic thought to offer exactly that: knowledge. Indiana was part of the original team that located the relic, now located in that hidden warehouse in Nevada, but Spalko is determined to do whatever it takes to obtain it. Even if it means threatening Indiana with the very past he thought he'd lost....

Oh, what a joy to read! The movie was great, as one would expect of any Indiana Jones movie, but the book adds a much needed touch of details. Some of the hints and archaeological ties that make this story truly remarkable are found in Rollins' book. Generally, movie-tie in books to me are superficial, not adding a lot of depth but in this case James Rollins actually enhances the movie.

James Rollins is an author I buy in hardcover no matter what. I was a bit worried about how he'd handle Indiana Jones, but I shouldn't have worried. He did a superb job! The action, the tone, heck the very language used came across so clearly as Indiana Jones. This is a must read for Indiana Jones fans and a very enjoyable read. If you want a good, fun-loving adventure, then look no further than INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL.

Reviewed by Debbie

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Posted June 2008