Black Man under the Deep Blue Sea by Tony Wells Search Amazon for other books by or about Tony Wells. Rating: Reviewed by: Tami Brady

Growing up in Hamtramck, Michigan, Tony Wells couldn't possibly have imagined that he'd someday be a commercial diver who worked all over the world. In fact, when he moved to Hawaii when he was fourteen, he didn't even know how to swim. Interested in learning to dive, he taught himself how to swim and then practiced until he could pass the swimming portion of the entrance exam. Then, the real work began.

I found Tony's story fascinating. Commercial diving is one of those jobs that seems so glamorous and filled with adventure. The truth is that it's dangerous and hard work. Still, through this occupation, Tony has traveled all over the world. He's worked in Singapore, Thailand, India, Malaysia, Egypt, and Pakistan. He's done everything from working on pipelines and doing underwater repair to photography and treasure hunting. No, he's never come face to face with a shark but he's had a number of dangerous close calls.