Review of East Wind, 2nd edition
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Review of East Wind, 2nd edition
[Following is a volunteer review of "East Wind, 2nd edition" by Jack Winnick.]
East Wind, 2nd Edition is a novel written by Jack Winnick. Lara Edmond is an American technical agent in the FBI, assigned with monitoring suspicious internet activity and websites. Uri Levin is also an agent in Israel, a skilled member of the Israeli government intelligence agency, Mossad. Uri, a prized assassin, is shipped to the United States to work with Lara on the latest threat: bomb terrorism. This duo still finds time to connect and share precious moments in international madness, adding a dash of romance.
Terrorism and attacks always seem to have clear “right” and “wrong” parties. Depending on where one is standing, everyone is either friend or foe. East Wind compels the reader to consider areas of ambiguity. For example, everyone has motives for their actions, and every character models that. During political turmoil, panic ensues, and characters show their true nature–or hide it altogether. The terrorists, regardless of their negative actions, are humans. East Wind reveals how the effect of hatred spans through generations of manipulation.
The only issue readers may run into is the information which may become overwhelming. There are a lot of names—wars, persons of interest, and dates. Bombing is the terrorist weapon of choice in this plot, so expect complex vocabulary and process descriptions. Readers should pace themselves! I kept a dictionary and internet access handy while reading. However, this is only a small feat, and it did not hinder my entertainment at all.
My rating is 4 out of 4 stars. I found less than ten errors, but the novel will be at its best after another round of editing. Most are simple typos. Nevertheless, the errors were spaced out and did not distract from my enjoyment of the book. The best part about the book is its approach to perspective. Even though the subject matter of terrorism is controversial, all religions and cultures are welcome to read. I also learned historical facts, so this book became a source of knowledge.
Though there is limited profanity, this book is only suitable for mature audiences, not minors. Be warned that there are gory scenes not ideal for the sensitive. East Wind is the perfect title for readers interested in international relations, government, and technology. If you like gunfights and spies, this is for you. The action begins almost right away, so don’t hesitate to find out if these government icons accomplish their mission or not! This book is a thrilling yet thorough exploration of global affairs.
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East Wind, 2nd edition
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East Wind, 2nd Edition is a novel written by Jack Winnick. Lara Edmond is an American technical agent in the FBI, assigned with monitoring suspicious internet activity and websites. Uri Levin is also an agent in Israel, a skilled member of the Israeli government intelligence agency, Mossad. Uri, a prized assassin, is shipped to the United States to work with Lara on the latest threat: bomb terrorism. This duo still finds time to connect and share precious moments in international madness, adding a dash of romance.
Terrorism and attacks always seem to have clear “right” and “wrong” parties. Depending on where one is standing, everyone is either friend or foe. East Wind compels the reader to consider areas of ambiguity. For example, everyone has motives for their actions, and every character models that. During political turmoil, panic ensues, and characters show their true nature–or hide it altogether. The terrorists, regardless of their negative actions, are humans. East Wind reveals how the effect of hatred spans through generations of manipulation.
The only issue readers may run into is the information which may become overwhelming. There are a lot of names—wars, persons of interest, and dates. Bombing is the terrorist weapon of choice in this plot, so expect complex vocabulary and process descriptions. Readers should pace themselves! I kept a dictionary and internet access handy while reading. However, this is only a small feat, and it did not hinder my entertainment at all.
My rating is 4 out of 4 stars. I found less than ten errors, but the novel will be at its best after another round of editing. Most are simple typos. Nevertheless, the errors were spaced out and did not distract from my enjoyment of the book. The best part about the book is its approach to perspective. Even though the subject matter of terrorism is controversial, all religions and cultures are welcome to read. I also learned historical facts, so this book became a source of knowledge.
Though there is limited profanity, this book is only suitable for mature audiences, not minors. Be warned that there are gory scenes not ideal for the sensitive. East Wind is the perfect title for readers interested in international relations, government, and technology. If you like gunfights and spies, this is for you. The action begins almost right away, so don’t hesitate to find out if these government icons accomplish their mission or not! This book is a thrilling yet thorough exploration of global affairs.
******
East Wind, 2nd edition
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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