Review: Where perfect killers are made
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 08 25, 2012
The Morcan's take us to Chicago, Ill., on a journey with 23 genetically altered children and the organization bent on creating the world's most elite stable of espionage operatives.  In this prequel, as with the first novel (The Ninth Orphan), you'll focus on Nine as he shows early signs of walking to the beat of a slightly different drum than his Omega masters would prefer.  You'll witness the depths of the manipulation used to shape these children and clearly see how Omega's choices in dealing with Nine ultimately plant the seeds of their demise in book one.There is an appropriate ebb and flow to the pace of this book because this prequel covers the genesis of the Piedmont Project and the growth of the ninth orphan (Sebastian).  Much of what these children become as operatives is explained in terms of their physical and mental superiority but more importantly, readers will gain insight to Nine's break from Omega as well as his relationships with his mentor and orphan 17 (Jennifer).  There is still plenty of action, especially toward the end when Sabastian and Jennifer are assigned to their first mission.  The plot is very solid and answers a lot of questions while also opening other doors for the final book in the trilogy.The writing was good though I would like to see better editing in the next book.  You'll find some typos that hold this novel from reaching the next level but it won't disrupt the flow and none of the errors take away from the qualities that make this an enjoyable read - plot, flow, and a suspenseful story that engages the reader.  I'd give it 4.0 stars on its strengths.Tom Clementson (Kindle Book Review)Be sure to take a moment and leave your feedback and comments about the book on Amazon.