📖 Overview
Andy McDermott is a British thriller writer known for his Nina Wilde and Eddie Chase adventure series, which combines action-packed plots with archaeological mysteries and historical conspiracies.
The author began his career as a journalist and magazine editor before publishing his first novel, The Hunt for Atlantis, in 2007. This debut launched the Nina Wilde/Eddie Chase series, which has grown to over 15 books and has been translated into multiple languages.
McDermott's novels frequently feature archaeologist Nina Wilde and former SAS operative Eddie Chase as they pursue ancient artifacts and uncover historical secrets while battling adversaries. His works blend elements of archaeology, mythology, and modern action thriller conventions.
Beyond writing novels, McDermott has worked as an entertainment journalist and has served as the editor of magazines including DVD Review and the iconographic movie magazine Hotdog.
👀 Reviews
Readers praise McDermott's fast-paced action sequences and the chemistry between Nina Wilde and Eddie Chase. Reviews often mention the Indiana Jones-style adventure elements and detailed research into historical locations and artifacts.
What readers liked:
- Quick pacing and continuous action
- Humor and banter between main characters
- Historical and archaeological details
- Complex action sequences
- Easy-to-read style
What readers disliked:
- Some find plots formulaic
- Character development minimal after first few books
- Action scenes can be overly long
- Historical accuracy sacrificed for entertainment
Ratings across platforms:
Goodreads: Average 4.0/5 across series
Amazon: 4.2/5 average customer rating
The Hunt for Atlantis (first book): 4.3/5 on Amazon (2,000+ reviews)
Reader quote: "Like Indiana Jones meets James Bond with a dash of National Treasure" - Amazon reviewer
Critical note: "Too much running and shooting, not enough substance" - Goodreads reviewer
📚 Books by Andy McDermott
The Hunt for Atlantis - Archaeologist Nina Wilde and ex-SAS bodyguard Eddie Chase search for the lost city of Atlantis while evading a mysterious organization.
The Tomb of Hercules - Nina and Eddie pursue the legendary tomb of Hercules across the globe while facing deadly adversaries.
The Secret of Excalibur - The duo races to find King Arthur's mythical sword while competing against a ruthless weapons collector.
The Covenant of Genesis - Nina discovers evidence of an ancient civilization that predates known history, leading to a dangerous pursuit.
The Cult of Osiris - An investigation into Egyptian mysteries leads Nina and Eddie into conflict with a dangerous cult.
The Sacred Vault - A search for Alexander the Great's treasure draws Nina and Eddie into an international conspiracy.
Empire of Gold - Nina and Eddie hunt for El Dorado while confronting enemies who want the legendary city's secrets.
Temple of the Gods - The pair seeks an ancient temple that could hold the secret to humanity's origins.
The Valhalla Prophecy - A Norse artifact leads Nina and Eddie on a quest connected to a World War II mystery.
Kingdom of Darkness - Nina and Eddie search for a lost kingdom while pursuing clues about Genghis Khan's tomb.
The Revelation Code - Biblical prophecies and modern terrorism intersect as Nina and Eddie race to prevent catastrophe.
The Midas Legacy - The search for King Midas's ancient power leads to a conflict with a shadowy organization.
King Solomon's Curse - Nina and Eddie pursue the legendary mines of King Solomon while battling deadly adversaries.
The Spear of Atlantis - A quest to find Atlantean artifacts draws Nina and Eddie into an ancient conflict.
The Resurrection Key - Nina and Eddie face their greatest challenge involving an ancient power that could threaten civilization.
The Tomb of Hercules - Nina and Eddie pursue the legendary tomb of Hercules across the globe while facing deadly adversaries.
The Secret of Excalibur - The duo races to find King Arthur's mythical sword while competing against a ruthless weapons collector.
The Covenant of Genesis - Nina discovers evidence of an ancient civilization that predates known history, leading to a dangerous pursuit.
The Cult of Osiris - An investigation into Egyptian mysteries leads Nina and Eddie into conflict with a dangerous cult.
The Sacred Vault - A search for Alexander the Great's treasure draws Nina and Eddie into an international conspiracy.
Empire of Gold - Nina and Eddie hunt for El Dorado while confronting enemies who want the legendary city's secrets.
Temple of the Gods - The pair seeks an ancient temple that could hold the secret to humanity's origins.
The Valhalla Prophecy - A Norse artifact leads Nina and Eddie on a quest connected to a World War II mystery.
Kingdom of Darkness - Nina and Eddie search for a lost kingdom while pursuing clues about Genghis Khan's tomb.
The Revelation Code - Biblical prophecies and modern terrorism intersect as Nina and Eddie race to prevent catastrophe.
The Midas Legacy - The search for King Midas's ancient power leads to a conflict with a shadowy organization.
King Solomon's Curse - Nina and Eddie pursue the legendary mines of King Solomon while battling deadly adversaries.
The Spear of Atlantis - A quest to find Atlantean artifacts draws Nina and Eddie into an ancient conflict.
The Resurrection Key - Nina and Eddie face their greatest challenge involving an ancient power that could threaten civilization.
👥 Similar authors
Clive Cussler writes action-adventure novels featuring archaeologist Dirk Pitt who discovers historical artifacts and battles modern threats. His books contain similar elements to McDermott's Nina Wilde series including global conspiracies, ancient mysteries, and high-stakes chases.
James Rollins combines scientific concepts with historical mysteries in his Sigma Force series. His plots involve archaeological discoveries and covert operations teams, paralleling McDermott's blend of ancient secrets and modern-day threats.
Matthew Reilly creates fast-paced thrillers with military elements and ancient puzzles to solve. His books feature special forces operators and researchers uncovering historical mysteries while facing armed opposition.
David Gibbins writes archaeological thrillers drawing from his background as an underwater archaeologist. His Jack Howard series follows an archaeologist who investigates historical mysteries while dealing with present-day dangers.
Steve Berry focuses on historical conspiracies and artifacts in his Cotton Malone series. His stories involve former government agents investigating historical secrets that impact contemporary events.
James Rollins combines scientific concepts with historical mysteries in his Sigma Force series. His plots involve archaeological discoveries and covert operations teams, paralleling McDermott's blend of ancient secrets and modern-day threats.
Matthew Reilly creates fast-paced thrillers with military elements and ancient puzzles to solve. His books feature special forces operators and researchers uncovering historical mysteries while facing armed opposition.
David Gibbins writes archaeological thrillers drawing from his background as an underwater archaeologist. His Jack Howard series follows an archaeologist who investigates historical mysteries while dealing with present-day dangers.
Steve Berry focuses on historical conspiracies and artifacts in his Cotton Malone series. His stories involve former government agents investigating historical secrets that impact contemporary events.