The Anomaly

Michael Rutger

Jun 2018 · Hachette+ORM

About this ebook

An archaeologist and his crew are trapped in the Grand Canyon as a conspiracy theory comes to life in this "taut, take-no-prisoners" survival thriller (Preston & Child).

" The Anomaly crackles with claustrophobic tension that had me holding my breath. I couldn't sleep until I'd finished reading, and then I couldn't sleep just thinking about it." —Sarah Pinborough, New York Times –bestselling author of Behind Her Eyes

"Rutger milks every ounce of suspense from his plot." — Publishers Weekly

Nolan Moore is a rogue archaeologist hosting a documentary series derisively dismissed by the "real" experts, but beloved of conspiracy theorists.

Nolan sets out to retrace the steps of an explorer from 1909 who claimed to have discovered a mysterious cavern high up in the ancient rock of the Grand Canyon. And, for once, he may have actually found what he seeks. Then the trip takes a nasty turn, and the cave begins turning against them in mysterious ways.

Nolan's story becomes one of survival against seemingly impossible odds. The only way out is to answer a series of intriguing questions: What is this strange cave? How has it remained hidden for so long? And what secret does it conceal that made its last visitors attempt to seal it forever?

"With witty writing, sharp characterizations and a killer premise, The Anomaly is escapist fun perfectly tuned to our age of conspiracy theories and alternative facts." —Thomas Mullen, author of Darktown

" The Anomaly should appeal to fans of The X-Files or Fringe as well as anyone looking for an enjoyable tale." — Booklist

Ratings and reviews

great book loved the way he used factual archeological tidbits that have spawned numerous conspiracy theories in real life and mixed them into his fictional story really got me hooked I literally couldn't stop reading and I am excited to read his other books just an all around good read it should be a N.Y. times bestseller

what a phenomenal fun read. Enjoyed the setting theme and the twists!

This was a really fun, entertaining thriller. Highly reccomend

About the author

Michael Rutger is an acclaimed short story writer whose work has been optioned by major Hollywood studios. He lives in California with his wife, son, and two cats.