Title: Sea Sick
Author: Iain Rob Wright
First published August 30, 2012
192 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.9
Overview
IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE A VACATION… Jack Wardsley, a police officer haunted by his past, is desperately in need of a break.
His superiors force him to take a few weeks off and relax on a luxurious cruise liner named The Spirit of Kirkpatrick. However, what should have been a peaceful getaway turns into a nightmare when a deadly virus breaks out onboard.
Guests are going insane and bleeding from their eyes, and the ship is filled with chaos and death. Worst of all, Jack discovers he’s trapped in a time loop, forced to relive the same horrific events repeatedly.
As he searches for a way to escape, Jack realizes he’s not alone, and some of his fellow passengers are hiding secrets that could be the key to his survival.
About the Author
Iain Rob Wright is a highly respected author in the horror genre, having written over 40 books, many of which have become bestsellers. He is a prolific writer who covers a wide range of sub-genres, from his apocalyptic series, The Gates, to his tense and thrilling standalone title, ASBO.
Iain’s work is available in multiple languages and audio formats, making him one of the rising stars in horror.
Despite his busy writing schedule, Iain is a devoted family man. He cherishes his time with his wife Sally, and their children Jack and Molly, and often shares his family memories with fans on Facebook.
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Editoral Review
In his novel Sea Sick, Iain Rob Wright presents readers with a thrilling ride on the high seas. This book, which was first published on August 30th, 2012, is a great read for anyone looking for a thrilling adventure with a nautical twist.
Wright is a well-known author in the horror, science-fiction, and thriller genres and is well versed in creating characters, settings, and conflicts that leave readers on the edge of their seats. Sea Sick tells the story of a group of sailors who are stranded in the middle of the ocean during a horrific storm.
The crewmembers, who come from different backgrounds and have varying personalities, are forced to band together and fight for their survival. As they struggle to make it through this traumatic experience, the sailors discover that they are not alone on the vast, open sea.
What follows is a series of intense and bone-chilling encounters with creatures that seem to have crawled out of the darkest depths of the ocean. Wrights writing is rich with suspense, bringing readers into the story and making them feel as if they are part of the action.
Characters are well developed, and readers get to know each of them through vividly detailed scenes that play out against the backdrop of the open ocean. The pacing of the novel is excellent, with just the right balance of action, suspense, and character development to keep readers engaged.
One of the strengths of Sea Sick lies in the way Wright navigates the themes of isolation, survival, and camaraderie. The plot is expertly crafted, with each event leading to the next in a way that keeps readers hooked until the final pages.
Throughout the story, multiple conflicts bubble just below the surface, each one adding to the suspense of the novel. However, for some readers, the book may have some limitations.
While the characters are well developed, their arcs can sometimes feel predictable. Some plot points may also seem implausible, and some readers may find themselves questioning the believability of certain scenes.
Despite these limitations, Sea Sick is an excellent novel, and it will leave readers on the edge of their seats, with their hearts pounding. The books pacing is excellent, and the themes and conflicts are expertly woven throughout the story.
Fans of thrillers and horror novels, and anyone looking for an exciting nautical adventure, will find this novel to be a must-read. In conclusion, Sea Sick is a thrilling ride, expertly crafted by a skilled author.
It is well worth the read for anyone looking for an exciting adventure at sea, but beware, as you will be hooked from the very first page. This novel is highly recommended to fans of horror, sci-fi, and thriller genres.
I give it a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
