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An SBS group running surveillance and similar operations become aware that they have been betrayed when one of their number is kidnapped--the search is on for a mole. The subsequent abduction of an American officer is part of a complex plan to inflict horrific damage on London. This is defeated less by the prowess of Falconer's paragon hero than by teamwork and legwork, convincingly portrayed. Falconer has a propagandistic, but nonetheless subtle, sense of how religion and ethnicity can be used to distort loyalty. He is unusually interested in, and sympathetic to, the traitor whose identity he reveals early on so that he can explore his psychology.
This is a book that relies less than one might expect on the author's training and special knowledge, crucial to it though these are, and rather more on carefully blocked scenes of action and a degree of real thoughtfulness--villains whose absolute evil potentially renders them cardboard are given some complexity and understanding. --Roz Kaveney --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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The story moves at a fast and enjoyable pace, without sacrificing the detail that Falconer is clearly able to provide from his experiences in the SBS and Intelligence Services
There are some extremely witty moments in amongst the first rate action. The finale is gripping and was literally a "Page turner to the end"
I genuinely can't wait for Falconer's next effort..!
and wondered if he'd transfer to fiction as well as Mr Mcnab has . And I have to say I think he's even better (so won't be asking for my money back as the sales blurb sticker on the front says!). Reading this well plotted,paced book it seems like the bloke has been writing fiction books for years.
The plot is scary in that it is all too plausable and topical. Beats the likes of Tom "techno babble" Clancy hands down for sheer entertainment!
This story focusses around the main character 'Stratton' who is the ruthless Special Boat Service operative with a mean reputation. Throughout the book he stops at nothing to complete his goal providing the main element of action within the book.
With Falconer's background placed firmly in the army the book is very realistic in terms of operations and straagies employed by the character. This coupled with a great story plot provides an excellent read. The author's attention to detail also adds to the quality of the book. Small details of background show well developed characters which could fill a book on its whole. Sub plots within the main one also provide interesting twists and turns in the story line which enhance the book and make it a whoely more interesting read.
The only drawback to this book lies inbetween the action. The attention to detail can sometimes become slightly tedious especially in the heart of the action. However, this is infrequent.
Overall this book is very good. It is a mixture of Andy McNab's detailed operative stratagies and Chris Ryan's action providing a firm basis for an excellent book.
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I definitely recommend this book, looking forward to more stratton books
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