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Catalyst

By: Michael C. Grumley
Narrated by: Scott Brick
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Summary

In 1984, a doomsday vault was constructed on a remote island in the Arctic Ocean. Its purpose was to preserve Earth's genetic history in the event of a global catastrophe. Now, decades later, a second vault has been uncovered, this one resting where no one ever expected. And the problem is it's not ours.

Yet even more curious than the vault itself is what lies inside. Seeds. Millions of seeds. Each with a genetic embryo untouched and perfectly preserved. Waiting.

No one knows who built it. Or when. What we have managed to figure out is that whoever it was traveled an immense distance. For the sole purpose of hiding their genetic blueprints on Earth. But why?

Now, a small group of marine biologists and navy investigators have been assigned to find out. Before anyone else does. But Alison Shaw and John Clay are not prepared for what they are about to uncover. Beginning with the truth behind our own evolution.

©2016 Michael C. Grumley (P)2018 Recorded Books

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excellent

Another great read in this series. Scott Brick is first class in bringing these stories to life.

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Mix of science and fantasy fiction

This series just keeps getting better. Love Scott Brick as much as I love what Michael Grumley is creating. A wonderful mix of science and fantasy fiction. Keep going Mr Grumley keep creating.

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Good continuation

Although I enjoyed the continuation of the story and characters I felt it didn’t really go far enough and just put building blocks in place to launch into the next book which I will definitely be doing . The narration as ever was superb

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The way the author captured humanities insignificance in the bigger picture

Finally a novel that shows how humans are able only to see the small picture while causing so much destruction for their greed.

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Very entertaining

An excellent series of books and the story continues well written and entertaining … 10/10
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the way that it is written

nothing to dislike about the book and I really enjoyed it all .Thank you

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Good

I thought this was a solid third story in the series, the author does a great job of keeping the story fresh and exciting.

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Non stop entertainment

Again a fabulous story,great mix of adventure with the added bonus of having 2 Jack Reachers in the story line.Keep up the good work.

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Outstanding!

I am completely in love with this series. Thank you Michael C. Grumley (you are rapidly becoming my all time favourite author) and thanks again for your fantastic choice of narrator..Scott Brick. These books are a MUST read/listen.

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They just keep getting better!

Couldn't stop listening to this book, the blend of fact and fiction is so clever, fantastic read, highly recommend it

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