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If you liked Seven Deadly Wonders, here are the top 100 books to read next:
- #1
Save:An over-the-top, action-packed romp that’s big on entertainment and aliens, light on realism. Perfect for anyone after a wild sci-fi thriller ride - just remember to buckle up and leave your disbelief at the door.
Everett thought a moment, then stepped closer to the major. "I think the senator's not well. He shouldn't be this involved. Maybe he wants this to be his last hurrah, so to speak, but that's just my o... - #2
Save:Ridiculously fun, relentlessly over-the-top, and loaded with popcorn-friendly action - 'Ice Station' is perfect if you want to unplug your brain and race through a wild action adventure. Not remotely realistic, but totally entertaining!
There had been nothing wrong with the descent, despite the fact that it was so deep. Price and Davis were the most experienced divers at the station, and they had talked casually over the intercom the... - #3
Save:A pulpy, fast-paced archaeological thriller that's pure fun - great for an action fix, but not for those looking for literary depth or super memorable characters.
If he had known this, he would've smoked his last cigarette down to the filter. Instead he stamped out the fag after only three drags and waved the cloud from around his face. If he was caught smoking... - #4
Save:A highly entertaining, creepy thriller that delivers monster mayhem, science-y mystery, and popcorn-movie pacing. Not flawless, but a must-read for anyone who loves a smart, scary adventure - and the start of a beloved series.
He stood well back in the shadows of the warehouse alley, watching. Light rain obscured the bulky outlines of the tethered freighters and narrowed the dock lights into pinpoints. Steam rose as the rai... - #5
Save:A wild, action-packed romp that’s basically Jurassic Park with dragons - don’t expect realism, just buckle up and enjoy the ride!
The plane was a Bombardier Global 8000, the most expensive private aircraft in the world, the jet of choice for Saudi princes and Russian billionaires. This Bombardier, however, did not belong to any... - #6
Save:Pure escapist fun with breakneck action - check your disbelief at the door and enjoy the ride!
Despite the fact that it was a large plane, it didn’t show up on any radar screens. And even though it was breaking the sound barrier, it didn’t create any sonic booms—a recent development in wave-neg...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Shane Schofield ) - #7
Save:A high-octane, escapist monster tale packed with action and heart - perfect for fans of big adventures, but might exhaust anyone who prefers subtlety or realistic science.
Terrified beyond rational thought, shocked scientists abandoned their stations to charge explosively into nearby corridors while others desperately held their place in the flame-tinted chamber. Uninte... - #8
Save:A big, bold, entertaining creature feature - perfect for fans of action movies and monster thrillers, but leave your skepticism (and your science degree) at the door.
The words, spoken with ominous disaster, came from a white-haired old man in a white lab coat. Seated patiently, he watched as a host of red army ants, some as large as his thumb, attacked what he had... - #9
Save:A fun, pulpy underwater adventure that’s pure escapism - dated and cheesy, but enjoyable if you’re in the mood for a high-octane, not-too-serious read.
Every ocean takes its toll of men and ships, yet none devours them with the voracious appetite of the Pacific. The mutiny on the Bounty took place in the Pacific, the mutineers burning the ship at Pit... - #10
Save:An entertaining, quick-moving historical thriller that’s light on literary flair but big on adventure and Templar lore - great if you want a fun, intriguing escape (just don’t expect groundbreaking originality).
Cotton Malone spotted the knife at the same time he saw Stephanie Nelle. He was sitting at a table outside the Café Nikolaj, comfortable in a white lattice chair. The sunny afternoon was pleasant and...
