- Paperback: 576 pages
- Publisher: Time Warner Paperbacks; New edition edition (2 May 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 075153076X
- ISBN-13: 978-0751530766
- Product Dimensions: 17.4 x 10.8 x 3.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 658,858 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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In the very near future the American economy is in ruins and an ex-special forces operative accidentally discovers that a group of 'patriots' plan a military coup which will restore greatness to the US.
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In the very near future the American economy is in tatters, global warming is ruining the agricultural industry, and the US has become the world's pariah state. Amidst this chaos Drew, an ex-special forces operative, is attempting to create a life as a photographer and during a weekend in the Appalachians is trying to pluck up the courage to propose to his lover, Sheila. During a storm they shelter in a defence bunker, but Drew swiftly realises that they are seeing a very secret facility and hustles Sheila out. But it is too late - their entry has been monitored and within minutes a large force is mobilised to capture them. Using all his military skill Drew manages to keep them one terrifying step ahead of the pursuit. Then they make a simple mistake and Drew is captured. Facing his interrogator he realises that he's a prisoner not of the state but of a group planning a coup, and when he puts that knowledge together with what he had seen in the bunker he knows that the weapon they are going to use will destroy far more of America than its central government. Visit his website at www.brendandubois.com
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Although that's both a good thing and a bad thing. Good, because it means the story is fast-paced, action-filled, and builds to a rewarding and explosive climax that you can just imagine being shown on the silver screen. Bad, because - like most Hollywood blockbusters - the plot is a bit too formulaic, so there's no major surprises to be had along the way. But don't let that put you off; this is still a thumping good read by any standards. The plot is nicely involved, there's a good strong cast of characters, and the whole thing seems well researched and as believable as such a story could be.
Perhaps one minor annoyance is the reference to ficticious technologies and their associated terminology - which can come across as a bit out of place and interrupt the novel's flow. I suppose this is somewhat unavoidable as the story needs to be set slightly in the future (maybe 20 years or so, although this is never explicitly stated) but terms such as 'lapbot' - a futuristic laptop computer - and fantastic inventions such as Head-Up Displays on car windscreens can tend to grate after a while. However DuBois does show a decent amount of restraint so thankfully this isn't too much of a problem.
When all's said and done, if you like the big action thrill-fests such as Air Force One, Top Gun, or the Die Hard series, you'll get plenty of enjoyment from Six Days. Definitely worth taking on holiday for an interesting read on the beach before you crack out Tom Clancy's latest tome.
Perhaps one minor annoyance is the reference to ficticious technologies and their associated terminology - which can come across as a bit out of place and interrupt the novel's flow. I suppose this is somewhat unavoidable as the story needs to be set slightly in the future (maybe 20 years or so, although this is never explicitly stated) but terms such as 'lapbot' - a futuristic laptop computer - and fantastic inventions such as Head-Up Displays on car windscreens can tend to grate after a while. However DuBois does show a decent amount of restraint so thankfully this isn't too much of a problem.
When all's said and done, if you like the big action thrill-fests such as Air Force One, Top Gun, or the Die Hard series, you'll get plenty of enjoyment from Six Days. Definitely worth taking on holiday for an interesting read on the beach before you crack out Tom Clancy's latest tome.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I just finished reading this book that I first loaned from my library. After a gripping start I found myself hooked to it and finished it within two days. The exploration of the characters is fantastic and the different twists really strike you. Author DuBois has a brilliant way of keeping a cliff hanger at the end of chapters which forces you to read on to see what happens. After reading this book you will be definatly left with the feeling 'what if this happed . .' because I defintly did. The exploration of the characters is great too. I highly recommend this book if you love conspiracys and thrillers. The book is full of shocks and things that you will learn. Highly recommended.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Simply put, if you want a precise, reality based plot then this book isn’t for you. But if you can suspend belief, just a little, and you want a rollercoaster of a read then this book has everything you want… great heroes, nasty villains, an intriguing plot and fast narrative, that’s not bogged down in detail. Right from the start you’re right there with the hero and heroine, looking over their shoulders as they fight to clear their names and expose the truth. Dubois tells you plenty but he also leaves enough to the imagination and he gets the mix right. Sure, I have a few quibbles but nothing that will stop me from recommending the book or going out and buying his first novel “Resurrection Day”.
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good book so far but ..
I just did an internet search to find out what a 'lapbot' was. Thought maybe someone didn't know about 'laptop'!
Published on 31 Oct 2004
Fantastic Book - Could'nt put it down
This was my first book by Brendan DuBois, and it certinly will not be the last. Throughly enjoyed the book from start to finish. Read more
Published on 7 Nov 2003 by Mr Cathal Breen
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