About the Author

As a maritime historian and shipwreck expert, Taylor's real-life adventures parallel those of his fictional counterparts. In addition to personally setting a deep-ocean depth record, his archival field research contributed to the discovery of some of the most incredible treasure shipwrecks in history, including a 110-ton trove of sunken World War II silver. He is a member of the famous Explorers Club; a former researcher for Odyssey Marine Exploration, a treasure-hunting company whose activities were featured on the Discovery Channel television show "Treasure Quest" as well as a number of specials. He is also the Research Director for Endurance Exploration Group, which is expecting a substantial amount of media attention on their major projects this year; and also has the distinction of being a part of the first Titanic expedition to be accompanied by a marine archaeologist.

Reviews

The Wrecking Crew is a depth charge of sheer adventure, delivering you into unique worlds you never thought you'd visit alongside a collection of badass characters you can't help but love. You'll find yourself holding your breath for pages at a time as they effortlessly melt away, and when this one's over, like any good roller coaster, you'll get back in line, ready for more. - - Fred Venturini, author of The Heart Does Not Grow Back

The Wrecking Crew is a fast paced mystery in the best tradition of Clive Cussler and John Grishom. Well written and scientifically accurate, Taylor Zajonctakescontemporary headlines andenvironmental issues and weaves them into a roller coaster ride of intrigue and adventure. At times I found myself holding my breathe while turning the page! - - Richie Kohler, author of Mystery of the Last Olympian

An exciting, fast-paced, adventure-action novel complete with evil corporate guys, pirates, boats, a submarine, diving, drones, and massive shoot-ups. If you enjoy Clive Cussler novels, you'll love The Wrecking Crew . - - Bernie Chowdhury, author of The Last Dive

Zajonc's expertise in deep-water diving along with an action-packed storyline combine to deliver a tight thriller that is part Johnny Quest and part Bourne Identity. - - Daniel H. Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of Robopocalypse

Taylor Zajonc's debut goes above and beyond the regular shoot-em up by delving into subtle environmental and economic factors affecting 21st century geopolitics. With lovably flawed heroes that jumped off the page, THE WRECKING CREW is smart, highly-readable story of adventure and romance on the high seas. I look forward to the next episode. - - - Christine Negroni, author of Lost and Confounded Investigating the World's Most Mysterious Air Crashes from the Hawaii Clipper to Malaysia 370 coming in 2016 from Penguin Books