The Navigator - Clive Cussler

Carina Mechadi is furious when the treasures of Baghdad are looted by a group of vandals. Priceless works of art are spirited away, leaving Carina wondering whether they will ever again see the light of day. In a series of imaginative twists and turns, Carina manages to take possession of part of the looted treasure, transporting them aboard the container ship Ocean Adventure. A group of mercenaries boards the vessel and only some evasive maneuvers and quick thinking saves the ship from colliding with an oil rig