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The Silent Sea
Adventure thriller
The Silent Sea
Book 7 of the Oregon Files series
449 pages · First published 2010
While searching the Argentine jungle for technology from a crashed NASA satellite, Juan Cabrillo discovers an artifact connected to a mysterious 1941 expedition and an ancient Chinese voyage. The discovery leads the Oregon crew toward Antarctica, where a centuries-old secret has become entangled in a dangerous modern conspiracy. As Cabrillo and his team investigate, they encounter ruthless adversaries determined to exploit the discovery for their own geopolitical ambitions. From dense South American jungles to the frozen waters of the Southern Ocean, the crew must uncover the truth behind a long-buried mystery before their enemies can seize control of it. Perfect for readers craving a globe-spanning adventure filled with ancient secrets, dangerous conspiracies, icy survival, and high-stakes maritime suspense.
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Violence, weapons, and deaths · Dangerous covert operations and armed confrontations · Threats involving geopolitical conflict and territorial control · Hazardous jungle and polar environments · Extreme cold and survival peril · Dangerous maritime operations · Sustained suspense and life-threatening danger
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North Pole Peppermint Cocoa
Rich cocoa and cool peppermint offer a welcome escape from the Antarctic cold as the Oregon crew faces deadly secrets beneath the ice.
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- Whisk the cocoa and sweetener into the hot liquid until smooth. Add remaining flavorings, heat until steaming, and pour into a mug. Add any listed topping.
- Garnish: As listed.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Dry Gin Martini
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Cold, crisp, and deceptively simple, this classic martini mirrors the frozen Antarctic waters and hidden dangers awaiting Juan Cabrillo's crew.
What you'll need
- 2.5 oz gin
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Stir gin and vermouth with ice until well chilled. Strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish: Lemon twist or olive.
- Glassware: Martini glass.
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