New Book About a Real-Life Underwater Rescue Available Now

“The Diver and the Cook” is a gripping true story about an underwater rescue mission. Diver Nico van Heerden searches the wreck of the Jascon 4 for survivors after the ship sinks. He unexpectedly feels a tap on his shoulder, signaling that someone may have survived over 60 hours underwater. The book details the challenges faced by divers and the importance of teamwork during high-stress situations. Author Lasse Spang Olsen spent over four years researching and interviewing key individuals to tell this incredible survival tale.