Dive into another heart-pounding adventure with the intrepid team from the National Underwater and Marine Agency (NUMA) as they grapple with an international conspiracy surrounding the globe's most invaluable asset - freshwater! Features: Engrossing Narrative: In an alarming world where freshwater outvalues oil, Kurt Austin and his NUMA comrades set out to unravel an audacious scheme that could convert water into a new form of gold. Familiar Faces: Reconnect with Kurt Austin, Joe Zavala, and the iconic NUMA squad as they face harrowing stakes amidst an impending worldwide crisis. Signature Thrills: From breakneck boat races to perilous dives, "Blue Gold" delivers the enthralling action and suspense Cussler enthusiasts have grown to love. Description: "Blue Gold," the enthralling second entry in the NUMA Files series by renowned author Clive Cussler, takes readers on a whirlwind journey. When a startling revelation at the base of the planet's deepest lake sparks a worldwide chase, Austin and the team rush to expose a plan hatched by a nefarious South American ruler and a dominant European tycoon to seize the world's freshwater sources. With the odds stacked against them, Austin's resilience and bravery will be put to the ultimate test as he battles to thwart this impending global disaster. Additional Information: Author: Clive Cussler with Paul Kemprecos Series: NUMA Files Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller Publication Year: 2000 Condition Note: This paperback edition has seen some wear and tear. The cover jacket has become detached from the binding, but the pages remain intact, making for a still enjoyable reading experience. Step into a realm of high-octane exploits, where the desperate quest to control the world's water supply could spell the difference between survival and catastrophe. Only Kurt Austin and the undaunted spirit of the NUMA crew can stem the tide of this imminent cataclysm.