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David J. L. Gibbins is a novelist, archaeologist, and diver whose work is deeply shaped by his firsthand experience with underwater archaeology and maritime history. Best known for his Jack Howard archaeological thrillers, he brings real-world excavation, ancient history, and shipwreck exploration to both his fiction and nonfiction. Before writing full time, he taught archaeology and ancient history and worked on sites across the Mediterranean and beyond. His books are known for blending adventure, historical depth, and a lifelong fascination with the past.

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Jack Howard


A Thriller & Suspense series (2006 - 2024)

This series is for you if you're into...

  • Marine archaeology with high-stakes dives for lost relics
  • Globe-trotting historical thrillers driven by ancient secrets
  • Scientist-commandos facing secret societies and modern conspiracies

Total War


A Historical Fiction series (2013 - 2015)

This series is for you if you're into...

  • Ancient war campaigns against impossible odds
  • Roman power games and elite betrayals
  • Deadly rivalries sparked by love and revenge

Standalone Fiction

Daughter of Attila

Standalone Non-fiction

A History of the World in Twelve Shipwrecks

The Quest for El Dorado

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