Review: Who Knew? Inspirational and an Awesome Thriller!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 28, 2012
Finally, a genre that I had been wanting to read within, a thriller that is inspirational in the characters' faith, yet, the characters are just as fallible as any human being - not "super Christians" - just forgiven through faith, either part of their entire life or "renewed under duress." So easy to relate to. Le Duc's characters are believable,the action is fast paced...with the main character Brent Venturi having to catch up to rapidly unfolding events he has no idea why he is involved in. With a past in elite special ops, and a military record that "does not exist" except for exceptionally high clearances, LeDuc is right on with his character both past and present, and the long-term effects of battle scars & training that never quite leaves you, and PTSD in soldiers of all kinds.Being one such individual, I always respect a writer that incorporates this reality into his/her characters. The premise of the story is a different take on a well-explored thriller subject to write a book about, and I most appreciated the prayers that are rendered to God, as believers and want-to-be believers often speak out/silently offer in critical situations. I further applauded the Elite team coming back together in a heartbeat for the needs of the one - as often happens in special ops. A 5 star read, I could not put this book down, and am looking forward to the next two books in the trilogy! I am so inspired, I may actually try my hand at the book that has been developing in my mind for some time. Thank you, J.M LeDuc and God Bless!