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Posted December 26, 2010
Having never heard of Michael Siemsen or The Dig, I bought this book strictly from the synopsis and great reviews. I don't often review books, but after finishing it this morning I went back and read the reviews. There were a couple things I thought were overlooked (or just not mentioned in the existing reviews) that I especially liked. First, this book has a lot of good humor in it that keeps the story fun throughout, even when the narrative gets a bit dark. I think that aspect adds to the overall enjoyment. Second, others mentioned that there are great characters, but I have to emphasize that Dr. Rheese is a great love-to-hate bad guy. He's now in my top 10 favorite villains. I agree with most everything that the other reviews say and I'll leave it at that.
58 out of 60 people found this review helpful.
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Posted December 16, 2010
This was the second book I read on my new Nook (the first being Under the Dome). What's funny is that I only found out about The Dig because it was the book displayed on the demo Nook at my local B&N. I believe this is the first book from this author, so I was impressed to find I actually enjoyed it more than King's new book (which was still great, by the way). I fancy myself a professional reader, never without a book at any given time, so I'd like to point out a few things I appreciate about this author without giving away too much about the book (I think it's better to read this one without knowing what you're in for). 1. Keen ability to create and portray real characters. I suspect the main characters in this book were modeled after real people, because of the great nuances that make you believe in them. 2. Surprises! Every other chapter had me saying wait, whoah, I wasn't expecting that! And in a good way. That's why I say it's better to go into this one blind. 3. Coming through. There's a lot of build up in this book in the multiple story lines going on, and to be honest I was worried I would be disappointed (because any serial reader has this happen to them all the time), but definitely wasn't. Again, without revealing too much, the author brings everything together and pulls through in the end. Looking forward to the next book, which is hinted at in the epilogue, so I think a series is in the works. -RS
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Posted February 25, 2011
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The Dig keeps you caught up in its web from beginning to end. There's always a bit of levity thrown in, perhaps to keep the reader from being dragged too deep into the story's dark caverns. A very satisfying read. Halfway through I said I need to do a review of this book because I couldn't quite put my finger on what it was I liked so much. In reading some of the Amazon and BN reviews, I realized what it is and I hope it doesn't sound stupid, but it is the "fun" aspect. Not to take away from the writing or characters or skill of the author, if anyone takes it that way, but I'm curious how many other people notice this about The Dig. It's like watching Raiders of the Lost Ark for the first time. You just have a good time with it.
While not suggesting this book is YA at all, it is definitely appropriate for I'd say 12+, so I'm buying a hard copy for my daughter (because I'll be damned if I'm going to hand her my Nook for a week!)
22 out of 23 people found this review helpful.
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Posted January 13, 2011
There are 2 totally different things going on in this book, so I guess the story within a story thing happening. Really great concept and I liked all of the interesting people in the book. Kind of hard keeping some of the names straight, and some who-knows-how-the-heck-to-pronounce-this names and words in parts of the book, but that didn't really take away from the enjoyment. I just had to go back a few times, saying wait...is that the clothes or the fruit or the carrying thing? Besides those parts (which are only here and there): Very funny. Very fun. Weird names. Nuff said.
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Posted January 11, 2011
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This novel was a very satisfying read, with lots of twists and turns composed with an elegant pen. It is definitely along the lines of popular fiction, but with greater depth of character and storyline than one usually finds. It seems to be thoroughly researched - much like a Crichton book - wherein the implausible somehow finds a scientific basis and has the reader accepting it wholesale. It is quite an easy read with what I consider "high-quality" humor. No cheesy Michael Bay film one-liners. From this beginning, I can foresee a decent series joining the ranks of well-seasoned favorites such as Koontz's Odd Thomas, King's Dark Tower, and Larsson's Millennium series. I give it 4 stars for strength of storyline and 5 stars for characters. I'll round the overall to a 5 because I cannot actually think of anything I disliked about it.
19 out of 21 people found this review helpful.
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Posted October 5, 2010
I couldn't put this down! Stayed up late to see how it ended. Can't wait to see more from this author!
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Posted March 30, 2012
This book has 845 pages and I read 300 pages on the first day! I just could not put this down. He just keeps you wondering whats going to happen next but still gives you what you want, its hard to explain, but if your into this type of books buy it now, you will not be disapointed accept you'll want more right away!!
18 out of 19 people found this review helpful.
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Posted December 16, 2010
This was a great read. It's not as sci-fi/fantasy as I expected, much more real-world kind of stuff but with elements of what I would call supernatural powers (meaning the main character's ability to read people's imprints on inanimate objects), but that was sort of just the vehicle by which the story was told.
I loved this book and now have another auther in my "fan-of" list!
16 out of 18 people found this review helpful.
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Posted March 29, 2012
I had never heard of Michael Siemsen or The Dig, but the synopsis was intriguing so I bought it. This story was fresh, sharp, exciting, and thoroughly inticing. I found myself putting off chores I really should have done with the 'just-one-more-chapter' vows that I make only when reading a truly captivating book. The characters were well portrayed and their individual personalities strongly enhanced by their specific speach patterns. It is, obviously, two main stories, each equally enthralling and I was sad to actually finish it because I wanted it to go on. Upon finishing this book, I immediately looked for anything more from Michael Siemsen - most particularly a sequel - and was supremely disappointed to find none (yet). I would add that I read voraciously and across a wide variety of gendres, so my kudos on this book are well-earned. - A definate Must Read!
15 out of 16 people found this review helpful.
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Posted August 25, 2011
ok so this isn't really a review of the book but more of a political statement on the travesty/robbery that is e-books. This is a good book from an author I may not have heard of before, but thoroughly liked reading. I got it for $3.99. No one had to cut down a tree and make it into paper and print on it and make a cover and glue it and all that stuff that costs money. This is what an e-book should cost to pay the writer and I guess whatever bit the seller gets. Screw all the people selling a FILE for $12.99, 14.99 and up. That is total bull$#!+.
Anyway, I will be buying only books priced at 3.99 or below if the quality of The Dig is what I can expect. It's real good (I guess that's my review.)
14 out of 17 people found this review helpful.
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Posted April 26, 2012
Apart from the love story between Matt and Tuni, which seemed kind of forced and unbelievable, I definitely enjoyed the rest of the book and got swept along with the clever plot of the main story.
13 out of 14 people found this review helpful.
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Posted April 22, 2012
I couldn't put this book down! I was constantly thinking about the characters and wondering what will happen next.
A great bargain at only 2.99!
13 out of 13 people found this review helpful.
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Posted March 29, 2012
loved it!
13 out of 15 people found this review helpful.
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Posted February 28, 2011
Wow...this book was a page turner from the beginning, I love how the author takes me through the stories! I can't wait for the next book...what happens next? I want to know!
12 out of 12 people found this review helpful.
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Posted January 31, 2011
I could not put the book down. I hope he writes a sequel!
11 out of 13 people found this review helpful.
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Posted January 16, 2011
I think you don't realize at first that the story within the story gets you as much as the main story. I love the characters. The evil Dr. Rheese is amazing. and I agree with the Koontz Odd Thomas series comparisons too (main character man). I am going to keep recommending this to my friends because its such an easy read,and full of surprises. i personally really loved it.
11 out of 13 people found this review helpful.
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Posted January 12, 2011
This book is the first book I read on my Nook. I am lover of all adventure and fiction novel like this so I quickly enjoyed it. It got hard in secking half because of the names for the people but that might be for my language which is still learning. I love this book for the action but also thinking and science which makes it so real. The best parts are the provoked one where you do not expect what happens.
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Posted December 29, 2010
I just read this book in record time (8 hours, limited toilet breaks) and I now I wish I'd taken my time because it's over and I want more. Its funny, shocking, fun and a nail biter at parts. I want Matt Turner for my boyfriend despite of his OCD and weirdness, or maybe because of it! Watch out Tuni.
11 out of 11 people found this review helpful.
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Posted April 16, 2012
This was awesome! I bought it for a light read to keep me occupied at work down time and gor hooked. Funny, smart and well thought out. I was really impressed with the timing and charecter development. You start out thinking matt is an ass and fall in love by the end. I cant wait for the next one!
10 out of 10 people found this review helpful.
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Posted April 13, 2012
This book was amazing. I loved the plot, characters, and romance between Tuni and Matt. BUY THIS BOOK!!!!! :D
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Overview
Hailed as “…the next Michael Crichton” or John Scalzi, Bestselling author Michael Siemsen (The Dig - 2011, The Opal – 2012, A Warm Place to Call Home (a demon’s story) - 2013) has amassed quite the following in just a few years. From the unexpected rise of The Dig to #1 Sci-Fi book, to the dark turn of the follow-up, The Opal, no one ...