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Paperback: 544 pages
Publisher: Sphere (29 Sep 2006)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0751536334
ISBN-13: 978-0751536331
Product Dimensions: 17.5 x 10.9 x 3.3 cm

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'A ripping yarn' FINANCIAL TIMES 'A pacy, engaging book that makes great use of Falconer's experiences to glimpse a world we seldom see' SUNDAY EXPRESS For THE HOSTAGE: 'Duncan Falconer's cracking debut novel ... Inevitably, he'll be compared to Andy McNab, but I'd say Falconer has the edge ... ' MAIL ON SUNDAY

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, 10 Feb 2006

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A departure from the author's previous books with a far more personal story for the main character. This was a delight to read. The rear cover says he will inevitably be compared with McNab. This is true but McNab and for that matter Ryan have never been this good. I couldn't put it down. I wish Falconer would publish more often but if we have to wait a little longer for this quality it is well worth the wait.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A great read, 8 Feb 2006

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Previously titled 'The Bomb Surgeon'. A ripping yarn of the first order, very different to his earlier novels. the tale rattles along at great pace with some wonderful ideas and plot twists. This is a much more rounded Stratton that we meet again, but he remains something of an enigma too. Falconer's growing army of fans will not be disappointed.

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5.0 out of 5 stars New Author to me, 30 Nov 2006

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I work solid all summer and then November comes and I get some time off... it's been a while since I read any fiction books but I had the urge to try a new author in the hope that I might get into reading again. So I read the back cover of this book and decided to give it a go. Without doubt one of the best books I have ever read. The pace is such that the story seemed to be (all but a few minor points) over before I was even half way through, I set myself up for an ending that was going to be a drag. WHAT A SURPRISE it just gets pacier. So much imagination you just live the moment, if you want romance then this isnt for you, although it looks like it might get close at one point. If you want action then you would be hard pushed to beat this. I have now purchased all of Duncun Falconer's work, including First Into Action, a biographical
account of his rise through the armed forces, and have been totally hooked.
If I were a film director then there would be a series of films here. The Stratton Character has so much scope it would be like updating James Bond!
Don't let that put you off... it's nothing like James Bond.
Now waiting in anticipation of the release of his new book, sure to be number 1 on my shopping list.
I can't recomend this enough.

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5.0 out of 5 stars best one yet
I came across this guy many, many years ago at an SBS reunion and thought him a normal SBS type of guy (I was married to one so thought I had them sussed). Read more

Published 3 months ago by jacc book lover

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The best novel so far, Stratton has now started to do the things I was expecting him to do in the first book, the previous books were slow in giving life to the main character,... Read more

Published 9 months ago by dahardy

5.0 out of 5 stars the operative is brilliant
this is the second book I have read by Duncan and it is brilliant. The characters are real people, the pace is like a rocket, and I love the thought processes detailed as action... Read more

Published on 26 Mar 2008 by M. D. Barker

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This is the first novel that I've read by this author, and throughly enjoyed his style of writing. I must admit to having struggled a little at the begining of 'The Operative',... Read more

Published on 19 Mar 2008 by Sarah Gooding

5.0 out of 5 stars Another fantastic yarn! Don't waste your time on McNab/Ryan etc.
Duncan Falconer's work continues to develop in this gripping story. I am not a fan of fiction but after reading "First into action" I was very much taken by this author's style... Read more

Published on 30 Oct 2007 by Dr. P. Jethwa

5.0 out of 5 stars Duncan Falconer does it again and has left me waiting in anticipation for the next instalment in Jan '08
This book is a MUST the story line is explosive, I would go as far a to say it's one of the best books "I have read in my life" and that's saying a lot!! Read more

Published on 20 Oct 2007 by Ms. D. Goff

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!
Read sum reviews b4 gettin this book, and was a bit unsure bout how gud this book wud be, cud it live up 2 his previous efforts. Took it on holiday with me and. . . Read more

Published on 24 Sep 2007 by Daniel J. Ellis

3.0 out of 5 stars Not very exciting
I've also found myself actually making an effort to keep on reading this book. Of course, having only gotten half way through when I saw the review below, (WHICH CONTAINS A... Read more

Published on 4 Aug 2007 by Dan Morgan-kane

3.0 out of 5 stars Kids!!!!!
Enjoyed it but...kids, why couldnt the kid die, it should be more realistic!!!

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Published on 26 July 2007 by Mr. Scott Gilbert

3.0 out of 5 stars I struggled to the end...
It was not really a gripping read, I am afraid. I had to force myself to get to the end of the book. There is the plot, there is the story. Read more

Published on 28 Jan 2007 by Rafal Gruszczynski

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