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Stratton returns in an explosive and grippingly authentic thriller by a former member of the elite Special Boat Services.
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Stratton carries out a small task in Central America as a favour to a CIA officer, but it leads him to become embroiled in a national rebellion. Against his own principles, the special operative becomes emotionally involved and decides to join the popular uprising. However, he is unaware that the fight is not just against the local government - the CIA are very much involved. As events spiral disastrously out of control, Stratton must face up to his biggest and most treacherous challenge yet.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The author's previous novel was a weaker effort but here he does an excellent job.
British Special Forces soldier Stratton is sent in to give advice to some rebels in a small South American country only to find himself caught up in sub plots and politics that spiral out of control. Set in the jungle the author does not go for non stop action, but sets up the background and the characters so you care for all of them and about what happens to them. There is action of course but it is appropriate to a proper plot and build up. There are one or two small plot holes (such as why use a Brit and a CIA operative that is a little too over the top) but this moves with pace and is a real page turner.
For those who like McNab and Chris Ryan, this is easily as good and adds to the reputation of the author.
British Special Forces soldier Stratton is sent in to give advice to some rebels in a small South American country only to find himself caught up in sub plots and politics that spiral out of control. Set in the jungle the author does not go for non stop action, but sets up the background and the characters so you care for all of them and about what happens to them. There is action of course but it is appropriate to a proper plot and build up. There are one or two small plot holes (such as why use a Brit and a CIA operative that is a little too over the top) but this moves with pace and is a real page turner.
For those who like McNab and Chris Ryan, this is easily as good and adds to the reputation of the author.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I've read all the Stratton novels and this is definitely the best yet. The suspense, dialogue and sense of adventure all add up to a brilliant read. Stratton is fast becoming my favourite hero, surpassing James Bond. Duncan Falconer again manages to include many humerous incidents which help make this book such an all-round literary experience. The books of Andy McNab and Chris Ryan are nowhere near such textured and satisfying reads.
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This is an excellent book, a must read and allow time as you will not be able to put it down ..Service from Kindle is always efficient
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good holiday read if you like this type of book
I can see why this is compared to McNab, but their styles are completely different; I found this slightly more enjoyable as it he doesn't take you on a step by step walk through of... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Sean Slippers
Duncan Falconer genius/world of books excellent
Bought 3 "more" books via Amazon. The latest 3 were by Author Duncan Falconer. I have read many books by Falconer before and i am so impressed by the sheer brilliance of what i am... Read more
Published 15 months ago by A. P. Davies
alternative to mcnab
If your looking for something along the lines of Mcnab & Ryan, Falconer is a good choice. I think his earliest work was a little to slow for me but he has improved and The... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Mike White
Not as good as Chris Ryan or Andy McNab
If you are going to be guided by the picture on the front of the book and the title you are going to be sorely disappointed. Read more
Published 23 months ago by J. H. R. Cornell
Not even nearly as good as his other books!
I have read all of Duncan Falconers book and really enjoyed them, but this book is a major disappointment!
For the first 170 pages there is no action!!!
For the first 170 pages there is no action!!!
Published on 20 May 2010 by ScottishWarrior
CERTAINLY NOT MCCRAB
I AM QUITE DISAPPOINTED THE STORY SEEMS FROMA LOW BUDGET FILM, THE PLOT IS PRATICALLY INEXISTENT AND THE FACT THAT AFTER 1 DAY HE FALLS IN LOVE WITH THE DAUGHTER OF THE CHIEF OF... Read more
Published on 10 Feb 2010 by Luca Bazzea
Disappointed
An average story,unfortunately for a nuumber of authors who seem to produce one book per year they run out of good hard story theme. Read more
Published on 17 Sep 2009 by Colin Gedge
Dissapointing
I purchased this book becuse of the good reviews read however I was very dissapointed with it as the story line is weak and is more like the script for a "B" movie than a novel. Read more
Published on 7 Sep 2009 by Rod
Duncan Falconer scores again!
Another adventure for Stratton and one of Duncan Falconer's best books so far but that is close to call because they are all very very good. Read more
Published on 26 July 2009 by Mr. J. R. Burdge
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