- Paperback: 448 pages
- Publisher: Arrow; New Ed edition (4 April 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0099642417
- ISBN-13: 978-0099642411
- Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 2.8 x 18 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 192,070 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"A super thriller. . .as instantly enthralling as the day of the Jackal."--"Publishers Weekly,"
"There is no doubt about it. Frederick Forsyth can write spellbinders."--Bestsellers.
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'Enormous and convincing detail, and a shattering climax' Sunday Mirror
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It was after I had read the book that I saw that film was going to be on television and decided to stay up until stupid o'clock in the morning. If there was ever a stupid idea, and has made me wary of Christopher Walken ever since.
If unlike me, you saw the film first and have since decided that the storyline is nothing to write home about then you need to pick up the book. Right from the outset you become close to Cat Shannon, a mercenary and a leader, and his rag tag army of specialists.
Its the traditonal setup with the heavy weapons guy being 7 feet tall and the silent assassin being a small withdrawn man. But you feel for them despite their existance relying on war and as your drawn into the world of backhanders and clandestine meetings you'll soon realise that several hours have passed.
Frederick Forsyth is very good with the english language, but it's the lengths that he goes to to research the book and it is evident that he knows more about the underworld than he should.
I have read this book twice and enjoyed it thoroughly both times although I wouldn't say it was as good as "The Negotiator" or "The Devil's Alternative", both by the same author.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is an exceptionally detailed and well researched book about a Western business-man backed coup in a 'fictional' West-African country. Typical Forsythe, there is suspense, a well concocted plot and a great twist at the end. (It's not too surprising, but the second part of it caught me out!) My only gripe is that there is a huge tranche dealing with buying the arms, the boat, and then the minutae of detail over money transfers. Just skim read that bit - You won't miss anything important. A really good holiday/travel/airport read.
Format:Paperback
Forsyth's reputation of in depth research was more or less founded with this book. It came as a fictionalised version of, and utilising most of the research that went into The Biafra Story: The Making of an African Legend. This explains the author's uncanny knowledge of arms trading and smuggling as well as of outside financed mercenary expeditions - it would in some way be a shame not to use the knowledge in a novel afterwards. The Biafra Story: The Making of an African Legend, while excellent, was never likely to draw as wide a readership.
I agree with the other reviewers that most of the book gets dedicated to the in depth planning and organising of the operation and that the 'action' bit is relatively brief towards the end. Without revelaing too much, the ending does come with an interesting twist - again very much a result of what the author would have hoped for in the case of the original Biafra situation. For pure suspense and gripping action this book scores about average.
On the other hand it has a strong normative political message, which is an added bonus and for someone who likes their novels meticulously researched rather than off the cuff this is still a gem.
I agree with the other reviewers that most of the book gets dedicated to the in depth planning and organising of the operation and that the 'action' bit is relatively brief towards the end. Without revelaing too much, the ending does come with an interesting twist - again very much a result of what the author would have hoped for in the case of the original Biafra situation. For pure suspense and gripping action this book scores about average.
On the other hand it has a strong normative political message, which is an added bonus and for someone who likes their novels meticulously researched rather than off the cuff this is still a gem.
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an imteresting perspective of capitalism and greed
A very well researched book which does seem true to life. quite easy to believe that some of the characters Frederick has created do really exist. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mr. K. Wareham
An excellent read from the master of the genre
Forsyth has been a major author for 40 years now and completely changed the rules for thriller writers. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Leo
Manual
If you are looking for a manual on how best to go about a coup d'etat, as I was, this is the smart choice and that's what this book feels like, an in depth explanation of the... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mr. F. I. Dudaniec
Enough detail already!
The thing about Frederick Forsyth is the research that he goes into whether it be the arms trade, the mercenary business, or precious metals as is the case in this book. Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2008 by Gargoyle
Good to read, but slightly unbelievable
This is just one of several Frederick Forsyth novels I have read and I rarely fail to enjoy them. The novels are mostly about the build up to a climax and then a spectacular... Read more
Published on 25 July 2007 by R. Paterson
The Best Of The Best
This book is a one reader. If you are to buy just one book this year you nust make this yours.
Published on 29 Aug 2006 by M. Sergeant
Coup or Coup d'Etat ?
This is a well considered, thought-provoking, and probably fairly accurate take on the game of high politics and global corporations. Read more
Published on 11 May 2006 by Somnambulist
A brilliant book with a stunning end!
An amazingI reading! This book is a true gem, that i have read in just 8 days! The plot is well developed and the end is stunning, one of the best ever written, that leaves me with... Read more
Published on 19 Oct 2005 by Eduardo Russo
THRILLING PLOT
No one reads a Freddie Forsyth novel for interesting characters,its all about exciting,well researched plots. Read more
Published on 25 Dec 2003 by WhiteCrane
Not one of his best, but a great read none the less!
Typically, Forsyth unravels a brilliant plot to leave the audience biting their nails. Day of the Jackal is better read, but Forsyth's genius is not lost in this book.
Published on 9 Oct 2000 by Chris
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