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.]
The opening of Jack Winnick's crime fiction book, East Wind, 2nd Edition, tells the tale of terrorist assaults in the United States. Due to the circumstance that led two agents from two different nations to cooperate on this case, a romantic relationship between them grows, which gives the novel its proper plot.
A Mossad spy named Uri Levin is requested to help the US fight Hezbollah militants. To solve a case concerning a nuclear threat from Hezbollah terrorists, Uri teams up with FBI agent Lara Edmond since he has experience working on cases involving Hezbollah terrorists. Another character, Walid, is a Hezbollah terrorist who has been ordered to strike the United States but finds it challenging to carry it out when he gets there. Will he follow through with it? On the other side, Lara, an FBI cybersecurity agent who has been working on this case, has intercepted correspondence and web codes but hasn't fully understood what the terrorist group is planning, so there is hope that Uri can help us solve this enigma. Will they be able to be successful? Get this book to discover all that took place.
This book was great. The action scenes are intense, and the reactions that follow the explosion are unpredictable and feel realistic about what might occur if anything similar ever happened again on American soil. Particularly considering how the plot shifts as each character handles things in a unique way before their intersection. Because each branch of government law enforcement (FBI, Homeland Security, NSA) has a department devoted to terrorist response/counter-terrorism, Winnick has done his research on how the various branches operate and how they interact with one another. The narrative emphasizes the disputes and rivalry between the organizations in this tale, offering another level for the reader to think about. You can relate to the characters, experience their feelings, and observe how the attack changes them, making the plot compelling despite its slow pace.
I was immediately smitten with Lara as a person. She is capable, self-reliant, and extremely computer savvy. When I read fiction involving government agencies, I often find that far too many men play the main characters and that as the plot develops, the women typically relegate themselves to supporting parts. Alongside her partner Uri, she works. She confronts gender prejudice in the book at one point, but she handles it sassily and firmly. When she did this, I couldn't help but laugh and support her. Each character has received the necessary backstory when necessary, and overall, they have all been well-developed. I also enjoyed how Lara was portrayed as a wonderful agent and a talented data analyst striving to make a significant impact in a department run by alpha guys. Uri kept his calm, modest approach despite his intelligence.
Regarding this book, I have no issues. The book describes the operation of nuclear weapons and takes the reader into the political environment. For me, the most interesting part of the story was the relationship between the two main characters. I had emotional depth for this novel because I was astounded by how these two loves risked their lives for one another.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars for its captivating tale, original viewpoint, and excellent writing. I'm eager to read this book's next chapter. Aside from that, I must commend the author and editor for the book's excellent editing because it was extraordinarily well-edited. Anyone who likes international thrillers, action, and romance should read this book, in my opinion.
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East Wind, 2nd Edition
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The opening of Jack Winnick's crime fiction book, East Wind, 2nd Edition, tells the tale of terrorist assaults in the United States. Due to the circumstance that led two agents from two different nations to cooperate on this case, a romantic relationship between them grows, which gives the novel its proper plot.
A Mossad spy named Uri Levin is requested to help the US fight Hezbollah militants. To solve a case concerning a nuclear threat from Hezbollah terrorists, Uri teams up with FBI agent Lara Edmond since he has experience working on cases involving Hezbollah terrorists. Another character, Walid, is a Hezbollah terrorist who has been ordered to strike the United States but finds it challenging to carry it out when he gets there. Will he follow through with it? On the other side, Lara, an FBI cybersecurity agent who has been working on this case, has intercepted correspondence and web codes but hasn't fully understood what the terrorist group is planning, so there is hope that Uri can help us solve this enigma. Will they be able to be successful? Get this book to discover all that took place.
This book was great. The action scenes are intense, and the reactions that follow the explosion are unpredictable and feel realistic about what might occur if anything similar ever happened again on American soil. Particularly considering how the plot shifts as each character handles things in a unique way before their intersection. Because each branch of government law enforcement (FBI, Homeland Security, NSA) has a department devoted to terrorist response/counter-terrorism, Winnick has done his research on how the various branches operate and how they interact with one another. The narrative emphasizes the disputes and rivalry between the organizations in this tale, offering another level for the reader to think about. You can relate to the characters, experience their feelings, and observe how the attack changes them, making the plot compelling despite its slow pace.
I was immediately smitten with Lara as a person. She is capable, self-reliant, and extremely computer savvy. When I read fiction involving government agencies, I often find that far too many men play the main characters and that as the plot develops, the women typically relegate themselves to supporting parts. Alongside her partner Uri, she works. She confronts gender prejudice in the book at one point, but she handles it sassily and firmly. When she did this, I couldn't help but laugh and support her. Each character has received the necessary backstory when necessary, and overall, they have all been well-developed. I also enjoyed how Lara was portrayed as a wonderful agent and a talented data analyst striving to make a significant impact in a department run by alpha guys. Uri kept his calm, modest approach despite his intelligence.
Regarding this book, I have no issues. The book describes the operation of nuclear weapons and takes the reader into the political environment. For me, the most interesting part of the story was the relationship between the two main characters. I had emotional depth for this novel because I was astounded by how these two loves risked their lives for one another.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars for its captivating tale, original viewpoint, and excellent writing. I'm eager to read this book's next chapter. Aside from that, I must commend the author and editor for the book's excellent editing because it was extraordinarily well-edited. Anyone who likes international thrillers, action, and romance should read this book, in my opinion.
******
East Wind, 2nd Edition
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
Latest Review: Timewise by Robert Leet
