Review: Stellar read
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 28, 2014
I enjoyed this book for several reasons.  Interestingly enough I had selected it as a train read for my frequent commute to and from Chicago.The story is has a portion  of it unfolding in Chicago and the author obviously shares an interest in some of my personal favorites such as Trump Towers and the surrounding area along with several other areas in Chicago.However, we don't stay in Chicago the entire read as this is definitely an international thriller.The pacing is quick throughout  and while there is a good amount of romance and suspense, the author also weaves action into the fabric of this read. The writing style is spot on and the author delivers.There are a few parts throughout that are a bit racier but they fit perfectly in the story and the pace stays consistent throughout this read.  There are definitely no lags.The lifestyles of the main characters take them out of the country and the international backdrops add substance to a story that is already very nicely delivered.The author does an excellent job describing the characters.  The attention to detail is spot on and was much appreciated as it added good depth to the story.It is a fast paced story with a back drop of obsession - not just obsession with a person but the obsession of living the "good life" and doing well.Sometimes when one pursues an obsession, the scars of the past are uncovered and that is the case in this story.The main characters also learn once you've been in the fire and enjoyed the heat- well, everything else then seems tepid.  They also learn- nothing is without risk when you play to win.Stellar read.