Proves I shouldn't make assumptions
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There's already plenty of plot info for 'Crossfire' so I just thought I'd say that this series about the character Nick Stone has proved I shouldn't make assumptions about books. I'd assumed these were 'bloke's books' - however, unlike Yorkies, girls (and civvies!) can enjoy them too. The straightforward honest style (with an occasional pinch of humour) well reflects the character of Nick Stone. The army and brutal undercover work is a world I know nothing about and as I know it's accurate that adds to the interest. The stark detail about the countries is fascinating too (though I don't think many tourist boards will thank the author, Andy McNab). In 'Crossfire' we find out about Afghanistan and Iraq (Ireland too), in 'Recoil' it was Africa (The Congo) and in 'Aggressor' it was Georgia. I noticed not everyone was so wild about 'Recoil' and 'Aggressor', but I found them compelling (and justifiably disquieting) and now I'm going to read the older books in the Nick Stone series. So unless you're repelled by violence and language, then I'd recommend these insightful, fast paced books and don't dismiss them as 'bloke's books'. My only criticism would be that I get utterly confused by all the acronyms and wish there was a glossary.
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Good book
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As my fellow reviewers have said, McNab is on his usual form with this one. If you like his other books, and other soldiery thriller books, then you should enjoy this one.
I found this hard to put down as usual!
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Possibly his best novel
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One of his best or possibly his best novel. It is very trendy for McNab to be slagged off by the BBC Radio4 intelligentsia, but clearly they are too far up their own arses to appreciate what a fine writer he is. McNab has a unique style. Narratives charge forward at an unbelievable and unequalled pace. In his last two novels he also manages to encompass current and important geo-political themes, which we expect from Le Carré, but not necessarily from a thriller writer. We can live vicariously in his dangerous world from the safety of our sofas. No-one does it better !
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crossfire
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Once again a gripping read with his usual twists and turns in the story line. I am a great fan having read all his novels so I am sure that he wouldn't mind my comment regarding the excessive use of bad language throughout the book which for me slightly mard the novel. Was it totally neccessary ? His other books haven't been half so bad so I am keeping my fingers crossed for the next one !!
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A Gripping Yarn...
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Andy McNab is at it again. This might be considered by some as his usual old stuff being dragged out of the closet again. But for me, it was a gripping storyline and a very good read. Can't wait for the next Nick Stone installment. While writing this review, I would also like to recommend another good read, 'The Constantine Legacy' by Andrew Towning. His Jake Dillon charactor is one to watch out for in the future.
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