Review of East Wind, 2nd Edition

[patricia MGBEMENA]

[Following is a volunteer review of "East Wind, 2nd Edition" by Jack Winnick.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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I have read various books and watched several thriller movies about terrorism that helped me understand a lot about the impact of these evil deeds on both the lives and property of innocent individuals. The book East Wind, written by Jack, is similar and describes some shocking attacks by Islamic terrorists in the United States.

We get to meet Lara Edmond and Uri Levin, who happen to be an FBI agent and a Mossad agent, respectively. The plot kicks off with a bomb dropped in Marina Del Rey, a Los Angeles harbor, which leaves over seven thousand dead and many injured. The Islamic terrorists responsible requested that America withdraw its support for Israel and pledge its support to Pakistan; hence, they would bomb cities in the US. This is where Lara and Uri step in, as they are experts and have to stop the bomb, which actually has a 5-day timeline. Will they be able to achieve this, and will America pledge its support to Pakistan?

East Wind is actually an interesting book with a plot that is engaging. I enjoyed reading the book from both the protagonist's and antagonist's perspectives. The book also spiked my curiosity as I was eager to know what would happen next, and the author did a great job by keeping me guessing throughout my reading. I like the description of the scenes as they were introduced in a way that I could visualize them. I also love the ideology of not negotiating with terrorists. The characters Lara and Uri also were not exaggerated, and I love the part they played in the book.

I disliked the introduction of characters in this book. There were a lot of unnecessary characters, which affected my satisfaction with the book. I also did not like the part of the book related to bomb-making, as it was a bit complicated. Because of this, I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. The book has few errors, which shows it was professionally edited. I recommend this book to individuals who love thriller books with romance.

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East Wind, 2nd Edition
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[Lene Lena]

Jack Winnick's books mirror the terrorism and wars occurring today in our society in a compelling way. This book highlights the complex dynamics of international relations and the personal stakes involved for those on the front lines, such as Lara and Uri. The narrative effectively illustrates how terrorism impacts innocent lives and raises critical questions about national security and global alliances, highlighting the urgency and complexity of counter-terrorism efforts.

[Hills Christopher Albert]

This was a really insightful review. I appreciate how you highlighted both the strengths and the areas that didn’t work as well for you. The premise of East Wind sounds intense and thought-provoking, especially with the dual perspectives and the race against time. I’m intrigued by the partnership between an FBI and Mossad agent—sounds like a strong dynamic. Thanks for the honest feedback about the character overload and complex bomb-making descriptions too.