A review by hirvimaki
Spartan Gold by Clive Cussler

3.0

A good addition to the Cusslerverse. The Fargos are a cross between Indian Jones and Agatha Christie's Tommy and Tuppence. As with most Cussler novels, there is a quasi-historical pin that holds the entire plot together. Sometimes this device is used to great effect, sometimes not; in Spartan Gold it was a so-so effort. But the playful interaction between Sam and Remi (the Fargos) kept it fresh and despite the less-than-threatening villain, I enjoyed the story. As I read I thought this was going to be a four star rating, but I found the end rushed and the 'final threat' little more than annoyance to the protagonists. Entertaining, filled with exotic locales, and peppered with just enough mystery to keep you guessing, this is a good read for fans of Cussler.