Official Review: The Warramunga's War by Greg Kater [February 2019 Book of the Month]

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Re: Official Review: The Warramunga's War by Greg Kater

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I've never read a book that included extras such as a sheet of music. As a musician, I'm pretty excited about something so small. It, for me at least, would make me that much more invested in the story to have a common ground with the characters.
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I really enjoyed reading this book. A nice book on espionage in different countries and times. I gave it a 4 out of 4 stars as I think it deserves that rating. Thanks for the review.
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'Official Review: The Warramunga's War by Greg Kater', contains the necessary introduction of the book! It is loaded with meaning and prepares our minds and bodies, to read the book! Also, reading the review, makes the historical background of the book, clear in the mind of readers!
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Thanks for a good review. I enjoy historical fiction, and reading about the World War II era from an Australian perspective would be quite interesting. I look forward to this book.
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This seems to be one of those few books in which we cannot find any fault with the novel. What's more, it involves espionage and intrigue. It really deserves a perfect rating.
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Wow, this sounds a must-read for me. I admit that with its majestic pyramids and Sphinx and a long history, Egypt makes a very interesting setting for a historical fiction. Add to it a little suspense and thrill and I am in. Thanks for presenting such a wonderful review to us.
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This is great. The book is simply fascinating. I like the adventures in it a lot. The review is good. Thanks.
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Post by Kat Berg »

It is amazing how rare it is to find a book that is easily balanced between dialogue, action, and description. It is a very big plus that the reviewer felt this one was. I personally have a fascination with early 1900's Cairo, and I am intrigued that this is where the book is largely set.
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I'm glad it is well-written, enthralling and full of action. I like historical fiction so this will be a worthwhile read. Great review.
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Not being a huge fan of wartime historical fiction, I doubt I'm the book's audience. I always appreciate an author taking the time and effort to the do the research and get the historical details right though, which seems like the case here!
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I love historical fiction but I'm not into full-blown war stories. Still, I'm willing to reconsider if I'm enraptured by the presence of Egyptian Pyramids, humour and well developed characters. Thanks for the review.
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Post by Dayo_jummy »

if by going with the title, I couldnt have picked it cause I'm not a lover of war Story base on what my country is facing currently but then I quickly picked interest just to know why war take place.
after reading the sample review, Jamie caught my interest on how he was made an army despite his profess then I understood why my husband always said if he had his way he wouldn't be a soldier .
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World War II isn't my favorite era to read about, but this book still sounds exciting enough and I am fascinated by WWII undercover operations. I also don't know much about Egypt during this time, so this book could be a good way for me to learn about a new part of history. Thank you for the thorough review.
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I really loved the book, especially the history surrounding the first and second world wars.Jacko fighting skills were marvellous in the face of attack.
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Post by BOLUkunle12 »

This book has really talked and highlighted the historical background of an African city in the Egypt which is an eye openers for me.Thanks.
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