Review by boswell+ -- Betrayal in Blue by Mark M. Bello
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[Following is a volunteer review of "Betrayal in Blue" by Mark M. Bello.]
[rbc=4]id336476-125[/rbc] [/I] (The Zackary Blake Betrayal Series, Book 3) by Mark M. Bello is a legal thriller in which the loyalty of the Brotherhood in Blue is challenged, as Police Captain Jack Dylan leads his team to victory over a local terrorist. Soon after successfully capturing and imprisoning one white supremacist leader, the plot of another is uncovered by Dylan's team. This group intends to seek revenge on Dearborn, Michigan by stealing and releasing lethal Sarin gas in the city.
As Dylan and his team discover where the Sarin is located and the expected targets, the FBI swoops in and takes control of the investigation. Even though they successfully stop the theft of the Sarin, they allow the leader to escape. This leads to further drama, as well as tension among the agencies involved.
The conflicts cause Dylan to follow leads alone, without FBI or support of local law enforcement in the small town of Manistee, where he again finds the terrorist leader. He finds himself arrested for murder and placed on trial. The local Police Chief, joined by the FBI leader he had defied and the local Prosecutor, determined to see him found guilty and imprisoned.
The reader's interest is held riveted from the first page to the last, as many vivid descriptions are given of the conflicts, the investigations, the tracking, the legal trial, and a surprise ending, with even more danger. The author's understanding of courtroom procedures and investigation of criminal behavior led to rich detail throughout the story. We are given a peek at fascinating scientific methods, procedures, and processes, which may be used in criminal investigation.
The elements I liked most about this book were the intriguing terminology and scientific methods of discovery employed, which the author explained clearly. I also liked the way he held some things a mystery until the end, inspiring me to read eagerly to find the answers. The only thing I did not enjoy was the occasional bursts of crude language, but even those were held at a rather tame level.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. The story was well written, with not only powerful descriptions, but also terminology explained. One example was that of the fragmentation grenade, which explodes in a different pattern than the bumpy one most of us are familiar with. Another prime example was the description of the "Super Glue" fuming test to isolate and preserve fingerprints, which may not be identified in other ways.
I believe this book would appeal to audiences who enjoy reading about mysteries, thrillers, law enforcement, terrorist intrigue, and criminal investigation. I would caution those who are offended by occasional crude language.
Only a few errors were identified: (1) p. 48 "spilled he guts" -- should be his; (2) p. 125 "supposed to believe is that" -- omit is; (3) p.174 "you possibly meetsome new guys" -- should be met; (4) p.249 "boy began to rub their eyes" -- should be boys; (5) p. 261 "I'll fill theAndy and Noah in" -- omit the.
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As Dylan and his team discover where the Sarin is located and the expected targets, the FBI swoops in and takes control of the investigation. Even though they successfully stop the theft of the Sarin, they allow the leader to escape. This leads to further drama, as well as tension among the agencies involved.
The conflicts cause Dylan to follow leads alone, without FBI or support of local law enforcement in the small town of Manistee, where he again finds the terrorist leader. He finds himself arrested for murder and placed on trial. The local Police Chief, joined by the FBI leader he had defied and the local Prosecutor, determined to see him found guilty and imprisoned.
The reader's interest is held riveted from the first page to the last, as many vivid descriptions are given of the conflicts, the investigations, the tracking, the legal trial, and a surprise ending, with even more danger. The author's understanding of courtroom procedures and investigation of criminal behavior led to rich detail throughout the story. We are given a peek at fascinating scientific methods, procedures, and processes, which may be used in criminal investigation.
The elements I liked most about this book were the intriguing terminology and scientific methods of discovery employed, which the author explained clearly. I also liked the way he held some things a mystery until the end, inspiring me to read eagerly to find the answers. The only thing I did not enjoy was the occasional bursts of crude language, but even those were held at a rather tame level.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. The story was well written, with not only powerful descriptions, but also terminology explained. One example was that of the fragmentation grenade, which explodes in a different pattern than the bumpy one most of us are familiar with. Another prime example was the description of the "Super Glue" fuming test to isolate and preserve fingerprints, which may not be identified in other ways.
I believe this book would appeal to audiences who enjoy reading about mysteries, thrillers, law enforcement, terrorist intrigue, and criminal investigation. I would caution those who are offended by occasional crude language.
Only a few errors were identified: (1) p. 48 "spilled he guts" -- should be his; (2) p. 125 "supposed to believe is that" -- omit is; (3) p.174 "you possibly meetsome new guys" -- should be met; (4) p.249 "boy began to rub their eyes" -- should be boys; (5) p. 261 "I'll fill theAndy and Noah in" -- omit the.
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