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Valhalla Rising
Adventure thriller
Valhalla Rising
Book 16 of the Dirk Pitt series
544 pages · First published 2001
When a luxury cruise ship erupts in flames in the Caribbean, Dirk Pitt and the NUMA team launch a desperate rescue mission, only to discover that the disaster is connected to a series of suspicious maritime catastrophes. Their investigation exposes a ruthless shipping magnate determined to dominate the world's oil transportation industry, along with a secret technology that could transform global energy production. As Pitt follows the trail from the Caribbean to the North Atlantic, clues involving ancient Viking voyages suggest that the conspiracy is hiding more than industrial sabotage. With powerful enemies willing to murder anyone who threatens their plans, Pitt must unravel a mystery spanning centuries before another catastrophe strikes. Perfect for readers craving a globe-spanning adventure filled with Viking mysteries, daring rescues, technological secrets, and relentless suspense.
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Deadly shipboard fire and maritime disaster · Passengers trapped in life-threatening conditions · Drowning danger and dangerous ocean rescues · Murder, armed attacks, and physical violence · Industrial sabotage and threats to civilian vessels · Threats against scientists and investigators · Corporate conspiracy and ruthless pursuit · Sustained action violence and high-stakes suspense
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Scholar’s Juniper Tea
Warm honey mead infused with cinnamon, cloves, and orange evokes the seafaring world of the Vikings as Dirk Pitt follows ancient clues through a modern conspiracy of maritime sabotage and secret technology.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Hearthside Spiced Mead
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Warm honey mead infused with cinnamon, cloves, and orange evokes the seafaring world of the Vikings as Dirk Pitt follows ancient clues through a modern conspiracy of maritime sabotage and secret technology.
What you'll need
- 6 oz plain honey mead
- 1 small cinnamon stick ↗
- 2 whole cloves ↗
- 1 strip orange peel, avoiding the white pith ↗
- 1/2 tsp honey, optional if using dry mead ↗
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- Makes one serving.
- Combine the mead, cinnamon, cloves, and orange peel in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat until gently steaming—do not simmer or boil. Keep over very low heat for 5–10 minutes, tasting occasionally for your preferred spice strength. Strain into a heatproof mug and sweeten with honey if desired.
- Garnish: Orange peel and a cinnamon stick.
- Glassware: Heatproof mug.
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