77 pages 2 hours read

A.G. Riddle

The Atlantis Gene

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Before You Read

Roundup icon

Super Short Summary

The Atlantis Gene by A.G. Riddle is a technological/science-fiction thriller that follows geneticist Kate Warner and former CIA agent David Vale as they uncover a conspiracy involving the lost city of Atlantis, human evolution, and a multinational corporation's plan to trigger a mass extinction event. The novel contains depictions of individuals with autism that may be considered marginalizing toward people with neurodivergence.

Reviews & Readership

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

A.G. Riddle's The Atlantis Gene offers a compelling blend of science fiction and historical mystery, praised for its imagination and fast-paced plot. Some readers appreciate its intricate conspiracy theories and complex characters. However, critiques include uneven pacing and occasionally dense exposition. Overall, it's a captivating read with minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Atlantis Gene?

Readers who enjoy a blend of science fiction, thriller, and mystery will find The Atlantis Gene by A.G. Riddle captivating. Ideal for fans of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code and Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park, this novel weaves genetics, history, and conspiracy into an engaging narrative.

RecommendedReading Age

15+years

Book Details

Genre

Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Fantasy

Themes

Values/Ideas: Science & Technology

Values/Ideas: Fate

Identity: Mental Health