The Waters Are Rising

I recently read Travis Cole's "Atlantis" series of five books. I found them to be an enjoyable and easy read, with clever interplay between historical events and conjecture about their causes, and imaginative extrapolation from them to support the story line. Due in large part to these characteristics, I believe this story's excellent use of fact and fantasy will pique the interest of a wide audience all of the way down to the elementary grades. In addition, themes are clearly presented that are particularly relevant for our times and represent some of humanity's sorely needed lessons. These are messages to which the younger reading audience, and the rest of us as well, need exposure and constant reinforcement. In a world that seems a bit more insane each time you look at it, this story tells us to have hope and to be able to trust, not only the benevolent race that consistently wants to help us, but also ourselves and each other to be able to work out our differences and control our own destiny. There are some great messages in this story!
Paul Hollis, Austin, TX

One of my favorites, July 17, 2003
Reviewer: Richard J. Wira (San Diego, CA United States)

I found Travis Cole's work to be highly creative, thought provoking and entertaining. After finishing book one, I wanted more. Thank goodness there are additional books on this fantastic journey. Even my daughter,Wendy, enjoyed reading The Waters Are Rising. I found out that the author is completely blind and that this book flowed from his inner vision and his determination to fight the progressive MS that is shutting down his body day by day. Travis Cole is a testament to the unconquerable human spirit. I highly recommend this book and his whole series. Let the journey begin for you.

A Hugely Ambitous Novel, December 3, 2002
Reviewer: Mark E. Scott (Austin, TX United States)

For anyone looking for a Mitchner-esque opus in a compact form, Atlantis by Travis Cole is what you want. Atlantis is a fascinating piece of science fiction with amazingly insightful probes into human nature. I can't wait to read the follow-up book.

I have read a little about the series of books of which Atlantis is the first. It is an enormously ambitious undertaking, and I think it will achieve the same success as the Star Wars and Star Trek series.

An Interesting Story of Atlantis That Opens Many Questions, October 11, 2002
I highly recommend this book as a very entertaining and quick read. I read the book in about 4 hours, over severals days. It's not a book that boggs you down with great detail. The author makes points quickly and moves along with the story. Several questions are left open to increase interest for the next book.

Looking forward to the release of the next book.