Review by Bertha Jackson -- The Date Farm by Jack Winnick

[Bertha Jackson]

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Date Farm" by Jack Winnick.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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The Date Farm by Jack Winnick is the fourth book in the Lara and Uri series. A Los Angeles mall, full of young adults, is attacked by Iranian terrorists who kill themselves after the attack. Over 50 people are killed and over 100 are injured. There appears to be no motive for this random attack, as there was no targeted race or religion. While the FBI is calling Lara and Uri in to investigate, they discover that communications in the United States have been compromised, including military and other government satellites. Immediately afterward, the Federal Reserve Bank and the Chase Manhattan Bank, in New York, are seized by Iranian terrorists led by Sheik Zainal Abidin, who was responsible for the terrorist attacks in Beverly Hills two years prior. Familiar with Abidin, Lara and Uri take teams into the separate banks where they are both captured by the terrorists. Lara is taken to a cargo ship and Uri to a plane headed to Nova Scotia. They are both rescued and learn that the terrorists were not after the gold housed in the Chase Manhattan Bank, but were after the United States’ supply of rhenium. As a result, they have to travel to Iran to retrieve the rhenium and destroy Iran’s communication satellites. The federal officials wonder whether or not there are terrorists employed in top government positions, which allowed the Iranians to compromise the communication system and gain access to the banks’ access codes.

Between the intrigue and mystery, you will find government corruption due to diversity in the workplace. Universities, in promoting diversity, welcome students from all over the world and train them to become top officials. Many second-born generations of Americans do not necessarily buy into American values. There is danger around every corner as Lara and Uri, with the aid of the Navy Seals, combat the terrorists. This book will have you sitting on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.

I liked this book because it is fast-paced and realistic. Due to the descriptions of the characters and locations, I felt I was there. However, I disliked the idea that as Americans, who promote diversity, we are actually killing ourselves. Without the training they receive in the United States, the terrorists could not accomplish their hate crimes. This is very disturbing to me.

I would recommend this book to only adults due to the violence. Emphasis is put on the role video games play on the planning and training of terrorist attacks. The terrorists embrace martyrdom and look forward to entering paradise. They have no value of life and welcome death. Teenagers and younger do not need this type of mentality when they are playing their games.

This is a well-written book without any typographical or grammatical errors. There is no profanity and no erotic sexual activities. For these reasons, I give it 4 out of 4 stars.

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[SweetSourSalty AndSpicy]

as Americans, who promote diversity, we are actually killing ourselves.

This is an interesting take on diversity. It is something I would like to ponder on. Thanks for the insights.

[viczboy16]

The Lara and Uri series is a must read. I love the combination of action, romance and mystery.

[Kasun Perera]

The fourth book of Lara and Uri series. Recently this became BOTM as well. Seemingly a nice thriller. Thanks for the insightful review

[onyii_review]

I haven't read any of the series. Seems interesting. Thanks for the review though.

[SINGH JAY]

a fourth installment in the Lara and Uri series. This recently also become BOTM. An enjoyable thriller, it seems. I appreciate your thoughtful assessment.

[Wisarut Supannafai9]

I think "diversity" will promote social innovation. This book show how experiences of love, revenge and hatred are unavoidable. This review explains the story of the main actor in unforgetable ways.

[Rupali Mishra]

Interesting, it seems. I appreciate the review.

[Ezra Dapaah]

Nice review on Lara and Uri's series.
I like the review on this book.

[Onyeka Dibor]

With "The Date Farm," Jack Winnick weaves a captivating tale that draws inspiration from real-world historical events.