The Shadow Beneath The Waves
by Matt BettsPublish: Feb 21, 2018Science FictionBook Overview
A group of treasure-hunters hits the high seas chasing a tip from a mysterious source. If it’s true, it could be their biggest score yet-literally-a massive robot the size of a skyscraper lost since the last war, worth a sizable reward, and bragging rights. But in trying to the raise the Cudgel, the crew of the Adamant accidentally unleashes a beast trapped by the battle machine years ago. The giant monster awakens to complete its war-time mission to destroy the Pacific Northwest.Using their wits, their experience and a few contacts in the government, the crew sets out to fix their mistake and stop the menace. Can a handful of eccentric sailors resurrect the gigantic robot in time to stop the vicious creature’s assault?
"An ode to pulp adventure, Betts weaves a slow-burning mixture equal parts Pacific Rim and Congo." - Monster Dear Monster podcast
