Review of Game of Twins - The Special Agent

[Sam Ibeh]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Game of Twins - The Special Agent" by Tom Ranseen.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Game of Twins - The Special Agent by Tom Ranseen is one book you won't forget in a hurry. Do you know those books that leave you at the edge of your chair or clutching a pillow, or biting your nails? Do you remember those books that linger in your mind while you're busy with other things, tugging at you to go back and finish reading them? This book is one of them.

A gruesome murder of identical twin sisters lighted up Derbert Hinke's world as an FBI special agent. The FBI director summoned him, gave him a raise with special privileges, and satisfied his craving for beautiful women. But anger set in when the director, who gave him the case to handle, wouldn't let him follow the investigations to a conclusion because it wasn't turning out the way he (the director) wanted. As the years went by, it became apparent that it was a case of serial killings, as murder after murder of identical twin girls reoccurred. In the course of his investigations, Hinke realized he was up against supernatural powers. Unfortunately, he was way too deep to let go; he was determined to unravel the mystery and end the murders.

I must say that when I started reading the book, I was thrilled to discover it was in the crime/mystery/thriller genre. However, I felt disappointed because it looked like all the answers were already apparent for one to see from the beginning. That didn't feel like a mystery to me. Alas, I was wrong! I judged too quickly. The turn of events took me aback, which was how I liked it. Tom Ranseen brought his A-game to this one. His top-notch storytelling skill was visible, and he did an excellent job interweaving the historical events of the book's time frame into his story.

As much as I enjoyed the plot, I did care a little for the depiction of violence. The murder scenes were horrific, and the detailed descriptions left nothing to the imagination. However, the supernatural touch helped to explain any concern that a human being could be capable of such gruesome acts.

In addition to that, the sex scenes were many and detailed, and heavy profane language was used. This book would be unsuitable for young readers. I'd recommend it to lovers of crime and mystery who wouldn't get nauseous reading the gory scenes. The editing of this book was okay, as there were a few minor errors. Considering that I couldn't pick out any fault, I'd rate the book 4 out of 4 stars.

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[Astral Magi]

Nice! I love fast-paced murder mysteries! Thanks for a great review.

[marta baglioni]

I must say that when I started reading the book, I was thrilled to discover it was in the crime/mystery/thriller genre. However, I felt disappointed because it looked like all the answers were already apparent for one to see from the beginning. That didn't feel like a mystery to me. Alas, I was wrong! I judged too quickly. The turn of events took me aback, which was how I liked it. Tom Ranseen brought his A-game to this one. His top-notch storytelling skill was visible, and he did an excellent job interweaving the historical events of the book's time frame into his story.

That's just how I like my thrillers to be! Thank you for the great review!

[Hankk]

Thank you the review. I recently read Ranseen's most recent book and could not have summerized it any better that you have. His first two, they actually follow Special Agent, are also have that "edge of seat " feel. This would make a great Netflix limited series.

[David Metimba]

This book definitely sounds like something right up my alley! I dabble in a lot of genres but the crime/mystery/thriller and supernatural genres are my cup of tea. Thanks for the detailed and very engaging review (if I say so myself).

Can't wait to sit down with this one.

[Amy Luman]

I normally like murder/crime mysteries. I don’t, however, like gruesome murder or sex scenes. I don’t think that I can ignore those.

[NetMassimo]

This seems like an intense supernatural thriller. I read gory horror stories, so that element wouldn't be a problem for me. Thank you for your great review!

[collinsogw555]

I love to read books about murder and the horror experience that comes with it. Would the FBI love this mystery. I will need to find out. Thanks for your review.

[GNerd]

It's shocking to know that there was nothing more to discover as one journeys into the book. I love your honesty. Excellent review I must say.