R Lawson

This is the second book I have read in this series. Having gotten to briefly know Biff, I was instantly engaged in him in this book. As well as the rest of his team. There is a good dynamic with Biff and his team.

What worked the most for me this time was that there was really only one enemy to deal with than several. So, there story felt more focused. Which helped me to stay more engaged in the story. Yet, just like the prior novel, it did take me some time to get on board with this book. Despite the fact that this is one of my favorite type of genres to read. The further I got into the story the more that was happening. Sometimes when there was more talking than action I did lose focus but was able to get that back. If you like international thrillers you may want to check this series out.… (meer)

I enjoyed the character of Biff Roberts. He carried the persona of a man who was not easily fooled or gave in. The type of person that I would want and hope to expect to encounter as the Director of Counter Terrorism. For a military thriller that is more in the present times, this is a good read. I have been reading stories in the past. It is always nice to get back into the present even once in a while. With all of the acts of terrorism happening in the world, we don't know what else groups like the Taliban or the fanatical Muslims or even ISIS for that fact are planning on the US. That is why stories like this book make for interesting reading. Yet, I found myself not fully committing or connecting to the story as a whole. Therefore, I found it hard at times to stay focused on what I was reading, despite all of Biff's efforts to try and keep me engaged. While, this may not have been a favorite read of mine it was still a good read. I would check out the first book in this series.… (meer)