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Review by interstellar88 -- East Wind, 2nd edition
[Following is a volunteer review of "East Wind, 2nd edition" by Jack Winnick.]
“This book is dedicated to the tens of thousands of intelligence officers who toil anonymously, day and night, to defend the free world from those who would destroy it...risk[ing] their lives continuously in order to protect ours.”
This thoughtful dedication, representing the admiration and respect of Jack Winnick for all the intelligence officers who serve the United States in secrecy, lies at the beginning of his exciting novel, East Wind, 2nd Edition. This book marks the beginning of the thrilling and action-packed Uri Levin and Lara Edmond series which is centered on espionage and the fight against terrorism. Uri Levin is a member of the Metsada, a special branch of Israel’s Mossad. He is already 41 years old, which is seemingly old for spy work, but that doesn’t stop him. Lara Edmond, 31, is a young and beautiful data analyst who has yet to partake in fieldwork. Together, they join a race against time to help prevent nuclear destruction to the United States and Israel.
Walid was merely 16 years old when he became enamored with the Hezbollah, a terrorist organization that adamantly despises the United States. According to their plan, after he finishes his undergraduate education in Pakistan, he will attend graduate school in America to obtain a Computer Science degree. For so long, Walid was filled with hatred towards Americans and Jewish people; however, after spending several years in the United States, his perspective begins to shift. He even starts dating a Jewish girl, Sarah. When he is confronted with the task of detonating a minor nuclear bomb, will he be able to carry out his duty to the Hezbollah? Does Walid feel sympathy for the Americans?
Throughout the novel, Winnick uniquely immerses the reader into the lives of both the special agents and the terrorists. This allows the reader to understand the conflict from multiple perspectives. By scattering detailed visual images throughout the book, Winnick provides his readers with an engaging and unforgettable experience.
Moreover, Winnick displays extensive knowledge and understanding of the history of Iran; specifically, he develops a timeline in which a radical Shia nation rises to power. This dangerous group of Shia specifically targets the Jewish people, especially those of Israel. The terrorist group, the Hezbollah, is almost reminiscent of Hitler and his nation of Nazi followers, targeting a very specific ethnic group as a means of establishing their rightful superiority.
Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone interested in espionage, mystery, and suspense. This novel is well edited with only a couple of minor grammatical errors; however, this does not take away from the enjoyment of this book. My favorite part of the novel was Winnick’s impressive attention to detail. I could not find anything I disliked about it. I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. Winnick is an excellent author and this thriller is a memorable beginning to the Uri and Lara series. It has definitely piqued my interest in the world of spies.
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East Wind, 2nd edition
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“This book is dedicated to the tens of thousands of intelligence officers who toil anonymously, day and night, to defend the free world from those who would destroy it...risk[ing] their lives continuously in order to protect ours.”
This thoughtful dedication, representing the admiration and respect of Jack Winnick for all the intelligence officers who serve the United States in secrecy, lies at the beginning of his exciting novel, East Wind, 2nd Edition. This book marks the beginning of the thrilling and action-packed Uri Levin and Lara Edmond series which is centered on espionage and the fight against terrorism. Uri Levin is a member of the Metsada, a special branch of Israel’s Mossad. He is already 41 years old, which is seemingly old for spy work, but that doesn’t stop him. Lara Edmond, 31, is a young and beautiful data analyst who has yet to partake in fieldwork. Together, they join a race against time to help prevent nuclear destruction to the United States and Israel.
Walid was merely 16 years old when he became enamored with the Hezbollah, a terrorist organization that adamantly despises the United States. According to their plan, after he finishes his undergraduate education in Pakistan, he will attend graduate school in America to obtain a Computer Science degree. For so long, Walid was filled with hatred towards Americans and Jewish people; however, after spending several years in the United States, his perspective begins to shift. He even starts dating a Jewish girl, Sarah. When he is confronted with the task of detonating a minor nuclear bomb, will he be able to carry out his duty to the Hezbollah? Does Walid feel sympathy for the Americans?
Throughout the novel, Winnick uniquely immerses the reader into the lives of both the special agents and the terrorists. This allows the reader to understand the conflict from multiple perspectives. By scattering detailed visual images throughout the book, Winnick provides his readers with an engaging and unforgettable experience.
Moreover, Winnick displays extensive knowledge and understanding of the history of Iran; specifically, he develops a timeline in which a radical Shia nation rises to power. This dangerous group of Shia specifically targets the Jewish people, especially those of Israel. The terrorist group, the Hezbollah, is almost reminiscent of Hitler and his nation of Nazi followers, targeting a very specific ethnic group as a means of establishing their rightful superiority.
Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone interested in espionage, mystery, and suspense. This novel is well edited with only a couple of minor grammatical errors; however, this does not take away from the enjoyment of this book. My favorite part of the novel was Winnick’s impressive attention to detail. I could not find anything I disliked about it. I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. Winnick is an excellent author and this thriller is a memorable beginning to the Uri and Lara series. It has definitely piqued my interest in the world of spies.
******
East Wind, 2nd edition
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
Latest Review: East Wind, 2nd edition by Jack Winnick
