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The Mediterranean Caper
Adventure thriller
The Mediterranean Caper
Book 2 of the Dirk Pitt series
400 pages · First published 2004
When a vintage World War I fighter plane launches an impossible attack on an American air base on a remote Greek island, marine engineer Dirk Pitt finds himself caught in a mystery that reaches far beyond the Aegean Sea. Already investigating a series of suspicious incidents aboard an American scientific research vessel, Pitt joins forces with Al Giordino to uncover the connection between the mysterious aircraft, a dangerous woman, and an international smuggling operation. Their search leads from luxurious island villas to a seemingly deserted freighter and a hidden underwater cavern concealing the heart of a ruthless criminal enterprise. With powerful enemies determined to protect their secrets, Pitt must rely on his ingenuity, courage, and underwater expertise to expose the conspiracy before more lives are lost. Perfect for a sun-soaked afternoon when you're craving a Mediterranean adventure filled with dangerous secrets, maritime intrigue, and a thrilling mystery beneath the waves.
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Armed violence, gunfire, and life-threatening confrontations · Aircraft attacks and sabotage · Organized crime, smuggling, and criminal threats · Dangerous underwater exploration and maritime peril · Deaths and attempted murder · Romantic and sexual themes requiring further verification · Sustained action suspense and peril
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Kerala Lime Soda
Bright lime, sparkling water, and a hint of sea salt evoke the sun-drenched Greek islands and the maritime mystery drawing Dirk Pitt beneath the Mediterranean waves.
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- Combine the noncarbonated ingredients in a glass or shaker and stir or shake until mixed. Pour over ice, top with any carbonated ingredient, and stir gently.
- Garnish: Use a matching citrus wheel, berry, or herb from the recipe when available.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Lavender French 75
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Floral lavender, bright lemon, and sparkling wine evoke the glamour of Greek island villas and the dangerous intrigue surrounding Dirk Pitt's Mediterranean mission.
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- 1 oz gin
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz lavender syrup ↗
- 3 oz brut sparkling wine
- Ice for shaking ↗
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How to mix it
- Shake gin, lemon juice, and lavender syrup with ice. Strain into a flute and top with sparkling wine.
- Garnish: Lemon twist or small lavender sprig.
- Glassware: Champagne flute.
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