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From the author of THE ORIGIN MYSTERY – the trilogy with ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD. En route from London to New York, Flight 305 suddenly loses power and crash-lands in the English countryside, plunging a group of strangers into a mysterious adventure that will have repercussions for all of humankind.

Struggling to stay alive, the survivors soon realize that the world they’ve crashed in is very different from the one they left. But where are they? Why are they here? And how will they get back home?

Five passengers seem to hold clues about what’s really going on: writer Harper Lane, venture capitalist Nick Stone, German genetic researcher Sabrina Shröeder, computer scientist Yul Tan, and Grayson Shaw, the son of a billionaire philanthropist.

As more facts about the crash emerge, it becomes clear that some in this group know more than they’re letting on – answers that will lead Harper and Nick to uncover a far-reaching conspiracy involving their own lives. As they begin to piece together the truth, they discover they have the power to change the future and the past – to save our world . . . or end it.

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"Well written and edited, Departure is an imaginative sci-fi action adventure that will satisfy any sci-fi or action thriller fan; adrenaline with a message. 5-Stars."--Clabe Polk Mystery and Adventure

"Well-constructed and tightly-wound as a fine Swiss watch--DEPARTURE has non-stop action, an engaging plot and, of course, wheels within wheels."--Diana Gabaldon, bestselling author of Outlander on DEPARTURE --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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The world's past and future rest in the hands of five unwitting strangers in this time-traveling, mind-bending speculative thriller from the author of the bestselling Origin Mystery trilogy

En route to London from New York, Flight 305 suddenly loses power and crash-lands in the English countryside, plunging a group of strangers into a mysterious adventure that will have repercussions for all of humankind.

Struggling to stay alive, the survivors soon realize that the world they've crashed in is very different from the one they left. But where are they? Why are they here? And how will they get back home?

Five passengers seem to hold clues about what's really going on: writer Harper Lane, venture capitalist Nick Stone, German genetic researcher Sabrina Schröder, computer scientist Yul Tan, and Grayson Shaw, the son of a billionaire philanthropist.

As more facts about the crash emerge, it becomes clear that some in this group know more than they're letting on--answers that will lead Harper and Nick to uncover a far-reaching conspiracy involving their own lives. As they begin to piece together the truth, they discover they have the power to change the future and the past--to save our world . . . or end it.

A wildly inventive and propulsive adventure full of hairpin twists, Departure is a thrilling tale that weaves together power, ambition, fate, memory, and love, from a bold and visionary talent.

--Clabe Polk Mystery and Adventure --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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Print Length: 339 pages
Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0062433229
Publisher: HarperVoyager (22 October 2015)
Sold by: HarperCollins Publishers (AU)
Language: English
ASIN: B00ZOKXAJ4
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Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #80,985 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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Dodie

Exciting well written story.

Reviewed in Australia on 7 September 2018

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This is an exciting book. The main characters were so well developed that you could interact with them. The story kept me on edge and continuing on long after I should have put it away. I would read all of this author and highly recommend it. I do not often come across a book that leaves me with the impact that this one did. I enjoyed every word.

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Roger

fantastic idea well finished

Reviewed in Australia on 7 April 2015

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The main science behind the idea was phrased well enough to sustain the "suspension of disbelief" required to enjoy a sci fi novel. The one part that grated was the hydro electric generation from water that would have had to have been pumped up again but that was totally insignificant to the story so I hope this is not a spoiler.
Great pace and good inclusion of many intriguing details into a story line more about human nature than the science which is the mark of an exceptional story and why I gave it 5 stars. I recommend this novel and will add this author to my "like" list :)

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Terry Tee

Probably a better read for older teen-agers

Reviewed in Australia on 4 May 2015

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This is not an expensive read; and nor should it be,. The tale is of high technology linked conversations with dolphins, submarines myteriously translocated across the ocean deeps, catastrophies involving massive ice shifts in the Antarctic, and deeply disturbed security chiefs at the core of government. The linkage of all this mayhem is an attempt at subversive transfers of Earth's water to an alien planet peopled by an advanced probably benign civilisation. It is all a bit too much but may well lend itself to a television mini-series as each episode terminates with an exiting climax. The characters are somewhat plastic and not to be too extensively analysed. The 'aliens' are humanoid so will not stretch the make-up department.,
It should be read as a light hearted and exiting novella not to be taken too seriously.

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Pieter A Oosterhoff

A nice exploration of what the future may hold.

Reviewed in Australia on 18 February 2015

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I had to think about 2 star versus 3 star. I gave it three stars because the science fiction is woven around some very serious scientific thinking about what may lie hidden behind the boundaries of our current understanding of particle physics and astronomy. If you marvel at the mystery of Relativity implying that you can travel out into space at great velocity and return younger than your children, this story reveals how such a weird reality can lead to mind-boggling happenings. With a small grain of salt this makes interesting reading and makes one wonder what the future could be like if we manage to eventually tap into the strangeness within Quantum Physics.

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MsclQuake

Could have ended the story sooner.....

Reviewed in Australia on 17 May 2015

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Initially I enjoyed this story but about 3/4 through I wished it hurried to the ending. The climax to the story took place about 3/4 through the book and after that point I felt the story rambled on. I won't go into detail about the plot but the story is "time travel" themed and I suppose it is difficult to do that type of story in a unique manner.

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The Aussie Chemist

Very enjoyable and thought provoking for those who have ever faced a crossroads, as it were, in their life.

Reviewed in Australia on 12 March 2015

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Thoroughly enjoyed the Atlantis trilogy and enjoyed this book very much as well. Only reason for 4 rather than 5 stars on this rating is that I found it a bit harder to get into than the Atlantis books, which I was enthralled by from the first page. Took a bit longer to get into this for some reason, hard to put my finger on why, but it was well worth persevering with as the story developed well once you knew what was actually going on. Look forward to your next book Gerry.

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Could have ben so much more

Reviewed in Australia on 24 August 2015

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Once you read The Author's note at the end you'll know why the book is written as it is. But it does not make it better. Warning: spoilers. A big part of the book has focused on the the plane crash, and the rescue of the passengers, which turned out NOT to be the center point of the book. The real conflict has been addressed quite shortly, and solved as quickly. The last part of the book was on the boring side, like zooming out of the final scene. Too much has been described through dialogues, where flashbacks would have been a nice addition. I cannot recommend this book. Additional info: The initial trilogy of the author is better.

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Craig Bennett

Great concept 😊

Reviewed in Australia on 17 December 2019

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I really enjoyed the flow and especially the characters...I am an avid sci-fi/fantasy reader/listener/watcher and enjoyed the trip this book took me on. I had read two of the Atlantis books previously and am now reminded to go and find the third one 😄👍🏻

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If stupid was money I'd be a rich person

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 May 2018

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Being the brain dead nugget that I am, I bought this thinking it was part one of a trilogy that included Pandemic & Genome. Well, how surprised was I when the story finished at the end of the book? If stupid was money I'd be a rich person. Regardless of my inability to undertsnad basic concepts such as 'stand alone story' I quite enjoyed it. definitely worth a read although I wanted so much more from what could have ben a much larger story.

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Jellicle 58

Characters like shadows on a cloudy day

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 March 2020

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I'm not a great fan of first person present tense so it grated on my nerves to find two characters using this type of narrative in the same book.
I persevered though as I hate to leave a book unfinished.
Sadly the 2 dimensional protagonists and mind boggling theme revealed about halfway through, played havoc with my linear thinking so I gave up at 61%.
However what I did read provided more enjoyment than a 1950's
bus time table or the instructions on the back of a packet of
corn plasters, but only just.
A million copies sold!
Seriously?

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mongot

A must read !!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 April 2019

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I'm having trouble finding the right words to say how much I enjoyed reading this book. I could imagine every part of the story, the scenes were set so vividly. A great read, scifi, adventure, intrigue, romance, all put together in one story. Loved it.

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Steve

Pretty good time travel tale

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 March 2020

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There are holes in this story you could drive a Dreamliner through, but on the whole I enjoyed this 'Titanic' tale. The first person narrative, switching between characters, was ok but it obstructed parallel story threads that could have enhanced the tale.
My biggest annoyance was that niether Nick or Nicholas seemed to realise there would be a conflict when they got to Harper. Dumb or dumber.

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C.Meadleton

Grabs you from the start

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 April 2015

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I really enjoyed this story. Like other reviewers state it starts in a similar way to Lost with a plane crash but that is where the similarities end in my opinion. The author tells the story through 2 main characters and uses the first person narrative, switching between the two very effectively. The story itself made me think - I always like a story that does this. The only reason I haven't given it 5 stars is I wanted the story to continue for just a bit longer than it did.

Overall a really entertaining read and my first read by this author which makes me consider buying more of his work.

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Mr. R. Barrow

A great book and great potential film.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 July 2015

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It was an interesting read which certainly made me think about the potential technologies that will revolutionise the world of tomorrow.
It would have been nice to fast track a final chapter through a longer time period to close of the story a bit more thoroughly as it seemed rushed.
I am glad this book will become a film, though I would change the title to The Titans as Departure doesn't engage much of the audience and depict the stories interesting aspects. Like the Railcell vs Podway discussion.

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David Robinson

Great read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 March 2020

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Exciting fast moving start. The what and why then unfolds as pieces are put together. It wasn’t what I was expecting which makes it an exciting read. Great characters and a good ending. All the right ingredients.

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2 Parts

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 May 2020

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Yes I felt the story had 2 parts, I felt this might be good then waffle arrived only to pick up again. After that, it might just be me but I was skipping through it just to finish.

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TVR-Andy

Enjoyable

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 27 January 2020

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Read a few books from this author. This is an enjoyable read, a fast paced adventure where past and present build to a good story for Harper and Nick. Fast passed and good sci-fi.

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Louise Robbins

Apocalyptic time travel

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 March 2020

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Really enjoyed this twisty apocalyptic time travel book.
Great characters, well written with a satisfying end.
A compelling read that stayed with me afterwards.

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Annette Brehaut

Thought-provoking and rattling good adventure

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 January 2015

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Really enjoyed this story and the characters as well as the questions it raised concerning possible futures for mankind! Not quite sure why the author chose to return to Gibraltar in this story given its key part in the other series about Atlantis. That led to some confusion in my mind as to which series I was in at times. Strange given that the author is American that he should choose to base all his stories in Europe but a refreshing change nonetheless for me as a European myself.

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A Reader

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 September 2019

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Mostly easy to read. Confusing at times, particularly the flat characters and the confusing timelines.
However, worth a read and better than most in this genre.

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Very well written and entertaining

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 August 2015

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Recently completed reading this book. Quite a few surprises in store and once it got going into the nitty gritty of the story -it began to move on- I was finding it difficult to put down. Look forward to seeing the film/s. Have read the other books by Gerry and have to say, he may be a 'new kid on the block,' but what a story teller.

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Ekprima

Good story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 April 2015

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I really enjoyed this book. it had lots of action in it. I thought the characters were ok. But I did not really like all the scientific talk. too much for my little brain. I suppose someone with the science brain will love those bits. Anyway, I thought it was well written and it kind of made me think of what I would do if I was faced with hard decisions that would change the outcome of the future.

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MR GORDON WEIR

This book has some good ideas but I really really struggled with the writing ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 April 2015

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This book has some good ideas but I really really struggled with the writing and characterisation finding it a very difficult read. For me it suffers from a combination of too much happening too quickly and a lack of justification for character decisions and feelings. I've read the author's previous trilogy and, while they were not perfect, quite enjoyed them and perhaps that's the problem here. This should have been more than one book. A duology would have fitted better with the needs of the story and given more time for world and character building. Not a good read which is a shame as the author has shown themselves to be better than this with Origin Mystery trilogy.

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