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Some authors just write about it. Chris Ryan has been there, done it and lived to tell the tale. Agent 21 is the first in a brand-new action-packed adventure series by our real-life SAS hero.
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Some authors just write about it. Chris Ryan has been there, done it, and lived to tell the tale. Agent 21 is the first in a brand-new action-packed adventure series by the real-life SAS hero.
When Zak Darke's parents die in an unexplained mass murder he's left alone in the world. That is until he's sought out by a mysterious man: 'I work for a government agency,' the man tells him. 'You don't need to know which one. Not yet. All you need to know is that we've had our eye on you. There's a possibility you could help us in certain . . . operational situations.'
Zak becomes Agent 21. What happened to the 20 agents before him he'll never know. What he does know is that his life is about to change for ever . . .
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm a big fan of the Alex Rider books by Anthony Horowitz and the Young Bond books by Charlie Higson, so when I saw this and read the blurb, I picked it up immediately because it sounded like a book in the same vein. I've never read anything by Chris Ryan before but I know that he's written mainly adult novels and has very recently branched out into YA. I read `Agent 21' in one evening. It's not a particularly long book but it was so thrilling that I couldn't put it down.
The formula is pretty similar to other books in this genre, however unlike some series which do start to get a little far-fetched (fast cars and multiple gadgets), the story was realistic enough to believe that it could actually happen. Zac Darke is recruited by a shadowy government organisation after the death and suspected murder of his parents. He's trained to become a teenage spy and then sent on a mission to infiltrate and capture a notorious drug lord in Mexico. Along the way he has to use all the skills he's been taught and survive on his wits and guile alone to avoid detection.
I loved this book! It was fast-paced and exciting and a thrill-ride from start to finish. The storyline is pretty simple but well executed. Chris Ryan has plenty of experience in learning how to survive from his time in the SAS and therefore situations felt authentic and believable. I really liked Zac who makes a likeable hero. He's intelligent and brave and clever and I enjoyed following his progression from normal teenager to fully-fledged spy. He has to make difficult choices and learn when everything isn't as black and white as it might first appear to be.
There are plenty of books about boy spys on the market but this one really stood out for me. It's full of action-packed adventure, thrills and spills and although obviously targeted at male readers would appeal to anyone looking for a great read.
The ending sets things up nicely for the sequel, although I'm hoping that there are going to be plenty more Agent 21 books to come!
The formula is pretty similar to other books in this genre, however unlike some series which do start to get a little far-fetched (fast cars and multiple gadgets), the story was realistic enough to believe that it could actually happen. Zac Darke is recruited by a shadowy government organisation after the death and suspected murder of his parents. He's trained to become a teenage spy and then sent on a mission to infiltrate and capture a notorious drug lord in Mexico. Along the way he has to use all the skills he's been taught and survive on his wits and guile alone to avoid detection.
I loved this book! It was fast-paced and exciting and a thrill-ride from start to finish. The storyline is pretty simple but well executed. Chris Ryan has plenty of experience in learning how to survive from his time in the SAS and therefore situations felt authentic and believable. I really liked Zac who makes a likeable hero. He's intelligent and brave and clever and I enjoyed following his progression from normal teenager to fully-fledged spy. He has to make difficult choices and learn when everything isn't as black and white as it might first appear to be.
There are plenty of books about boy spys on the market but this one really stood out for me. It's full of action-packed adventure, thrills and spills and although obviously targeted at male readers would appeal to anyone looking for a great read.
The ending sets things up nicely for the sequel, although I'm hoping that there are going to be plenty more Agent 21 books to come!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a huge reader, I've heard of Chris Ryan's work before both military as well as civilian however I've not really had the chance to read his work, as to be honest, I' m not a huge fan of modern military exploits. As such it was with great delight when Random House let me loose with this book, a brand new young adult title set in a mysterious world of espionage.
It's definitely a book that will appeal to young male readers as it has some great adventure, it has a hero with morals and above all else it has a fast moving plot that doesn't ease up from the throttle from start to finish. Add to this some great dialogue, a chance to explore a country that we in the UK know very little about alongside the chance to see the seedier side to wealth that has been purchased through pain and suffering. All in, its pretty well rounded and whilst Darke in name as well as nature, it's a title that will hopefully spawn a whole successive series as there's so much more to be explored and hopefully a prequel with Gabriella as the lead character.
It's definitely a book that will appeal to young male readers as it has some great adventure, it has a hero with morals and above all else it has a fast moving plot that doesn't ease up from the throttle from start to finish. Add to this some great dialogue, a chance to explore a country that we in the UK know very little about alongside the chance to see the seedier side to wealth that has been purchased through pain and suffering. All in, its pretty well rounded and whilst Darke in name as well as nature, it's a title that will hopefully spawn a whole successive series as there's so much more to be explored and hopefully a prequel with Gabriella as the lead character.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Agent 21 isn't the sort of book I'll be raving about, but it's alright. It could probably do even better as a Teen TV series as the idea for this series is simple yet good.
Zak Darke's parents die under mysterious circumstances in Nigeria- the official line is that no-one is to blame for their deaths, but back in England Zak has his suspicions. Now orphaned Zak moves in with his Aunt, Uncle and cousin, but the adults don't make him feel welcome. It's only his cousin Ellie that Zak shares a connections with - he's a loner at school. No-one would miss Zak if he simply disappeared or at least that's what the govt agent who offers Zak covert commando training tells him. If he takes on the job Zak will find out what really happened to his parents.
The training and the mission Zak undertake are exciting and well-written. Here you can tell that Chris Ryan is writing about something he knows...but I didn't think he knew all that much about writing characters that I would truly care about. Something was missing and I found myself wishing the characters were less flat. Calacas the villain was scary so he had a little oomph. The two agents that train Zak - Raf and Gabs - show potential but in a way come across like paper dolls...it doesn't matter that a face has been painted on they're still just paper shapes, in need of some real dressing up.
Plot is good
Mission is well written
Characters could have been more engaging
Zak Darke's parents die under mysterious circumstances in Nigeria- the official line is that no-one is to blame for their deaths, but back in England Zak has his suspicions. Now orphaned Zak moves in with his Aunt, Uncle and cousin, but the adults don't make him feel welcome. It's only his cousin Ellie that Zak shares a connections with - he's a loner at school. No-one would miss Zak if he simply disappeared or at least that's what the govt agent who offers Zak covert commando training tells him. If he takes on the job Zak will find out what really happened to his parents.
The training and the mission Zak undertake are exciting and well-written. Here you can tell that Chris Ryan is writing about something he knows...but I didn't think he knew all that much about writing characters that I would truly care about. Something was missing and I found myself wishing the characters were less flat. Calacas the villain was scary so he had a little oomph. The two agents that train Zak - Raf and Gabs - show potential but in a way come across like paper dolls...it doesn't matter that a face has been painted on they're still just paper shapes, in need of some real dressing up.
Plot is good
Mission is well written
Characters could have been more engaging
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Agent 21
I enjoyed reading this book and have read all of his work. This is definitely worth reading if you like Chris Ryan's books.
Published 1 month ago by sean
agent 21
very good story line and do hope,he write more on this line (ie 21)
I look forward to reading more.
barry
I look forward to reading more.
barry
Published 1 month ago by barry hollett
FANTASTIC
This book is the story of Zak Darke, a teenage boy who is orphaned my his parents' mysterious deaths and after living in unhappiness for a few months, is approached by a secret... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rebecca Clark
Different from Chris's Norm... But good!!
I've probably read most of Chris Ryan's books, and I have to say when I started reading this I was more than a little worried. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jon Dawrant
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brilliant book, fast paced and easy to read. I would definitely reccomend it to others and I can't wait to read the next one in the series. 5 stars.
Published 1 month ago by A Kennedy
amazing read
this was a gr8 fun and fast paced ,but not too fast, book. i realy enjoyed it as it was action packed and did not drag on for too long! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Penins
Best book ever!
I've read this book before but not on the kindle. I've also read Chris Ryan's second book in the series: Agent 21: Reloaded.
Try it!
Try it!
Published 1 month ago by Claire Salisbury
Agent 21
Chris Ryan has found something very special with this book - insightful, pacy and compelling. I picked it up on Saturday and Finished it Sunday - it is a short read but I was... Read more
Published 3 months ago by N. Bragg
Alex Ryder in disguise!!
I bought this book simply because it was the first in a new series, so I didn't realise what it was about.
I like reading McNab, Falkner and Ryan. Read more
I like reading McNab, Falkner and Ryan. Read more
Published 4 months ago by N. Simons
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While reading this book,I coudn't help but feel that Chris Ryan was tryjng to clone the all~round more successful Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz. Read more
Published 4 months ago by dennis
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