Creasy - a rugged, burned-out mercenary... When he takes the job as a bodyguard for the young daughter of an Italian industrialist he is awakened to new life by a beguiling human touch - until the unspeakable atrocity occurs... The child is kidnapped by violent terrorists and Creasy is thrown into a ferocious world of treachery and turmoil. Filled with a single-minded rage, he fights for their lives, whatever the cost - and is transformed, as never before, into the terrifying killing machine he was trained to be. NOW A MAJOR FILM STARRING DENZEL WASHINGTON
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A. J. Quinnell is the pseudonym of a writer who wishes to remain anonymous. He has written many bestselling novels, including several featuring the charismatic hero, Creasy.
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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
By thefilmfan
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I went to the cinema to watch the film Man on Fire starring Denzel Washington with high expectations after seeing the trailer. I was not disappointed, a great film indeed, however, I am one of these people who likes to read the book to gauge the differences for myself. On this occasion I bought the book after I saw the film and read it while the film was still fresh in the memory. The main difference are that it was originally set in Italy rather than Mexico like the film. It gives more background on John Creasy our bodyguard hero, so you can understand fully why he wrestles with his demons and alcohol. Books are always better for this reason, you can fully explore the ins and outs and develop an affinity with the characters. I was very pleased with the book and would recommend this to my friends and family and I urge you to purchase this well written gem to add to your collection.
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By Hugh Smith
Format:Paperback
I first heard of this book when AJ Quinnell had an interview with the Guardian newspaper, and from the sypnopsis of the book, I thought it sounded pretty good. I have previously been a fan of thriller novels, such as the Tom Clancy books, but this book amazed me.
The first few chapters are pretty slow-going, but when it gets going, it's very exiting.
When a former Soldier of Fortune; Creasy, gets a job protecting the daughter of a wealthy Italian family, he forms a shield of resistance towards everyone. However, as time goes on Pinta (the young girl) weasals her way into his heart. So when a group of kidnappers snatch her from Creasy outside her school, he goes on a rampage to kill everyone and everything that was in any way involved.
The writing is so effective, that you care about the characters, you want Creasy to be triumphant, you will feel his pain, and you WILL cry at the end.
You also feel that the Author, AJ Quinnell, knows what he is talking about when he describes weapons, the Italian crime Labyrinth, and Creasy's military history. This makes the novel even more compelling
This is a great book with a heart, a brain, and a nasty streak a mile wide.
The first few chapters are pretty slow-going, but when it gets going, it's very exiting.
When a former Soldier of Fortune; Creasy, gets a job protecting the daughter of a wealthy Italian family, he forms a shield of resistance towards everyone. However, as time goes on Pinta (the young girl) weasals her way into his heart. So when a group of kidnappers snatch her from Creasy outside her school, he goes on a rampage to kill everyone and everything that was in any way involved.
The writing is so effective, that you care about the characters, you want Creasy to be triumphant, you will feel his pain, and you WILL cry at the end.
You also feel that the Author, AJ Quinnell, knows what he is talking about when he describes weapons, the Italian crime Labyrinth, and Creasy's military history. This makes the novel even more compelling
This is a great book with a heart, a brain, and a nasty streak a mile wide.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
X merc Creasy thought he was taking on an easy retirement job babysitting the daughter of a wealthy Italian family, but when his charge is kidnapped by the mafia he has to call on all his skills to set things right.
He is 'the man with no name' in a modern setting. One of the best heroes I have ever come across.
A MUST READ for all those who like action.
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