Review of The Date Farm
Posted: 12 May 2023, 09:40
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Date Farm" by Jack Winnick.]
Jack Winnick's action-packed thriller novel, The Date Farm, follows the horrific terrorist attacks carried out by radical extremists. The story begins with ten terrorists, all dressed in black, invading a Beverly Hills retail center on a Saturday evening, where a large group of young people are attending an after-hours rave. They unleashed gas bombs to disorient and incapacitate the people before spreading out across different levels and opening fire with automatic rifles, resulting in a confirmed death toll of 48 casualties. Israel's Mossad agent Uri Levin and the FBI Lara, who is now a Mossad adjunct agent, and her family are vacationing in Ohio when they get a call about the shooting at the mall. They immediately boarded a plane to Los Angeles to join the investigation. Were they able to intervene? Get the book.
The fast-paced narrative of this book was one of the most captivating aspects of the book for me. The author wasted no time in plunging the reader into the heart of the story, with the first terrorist attack happening right at the beginning of the book. From there, the plot never slows down, and the action is relentless. Even during the quieter sections, such as the travel and transportation scenes, Winnick's skillful writing style keeps the story moving at a brisk pace, never allowing the momentum to wane.
One of the things that I particularly appreciated about this book was the author's skillful characterization of the incidental characters. Rather than spending a lot of time on exposition and backstory, Winnick allows the characters' behavior to speak for itself, fleshing them out as the story progresses. The author only interrupts the story to provide a brief physical description, which I found to be a refreshing change of pace from other novels. Another aspect of the book that I enjoyed was how the author revealed the key plot points as they occurred without resorting to unnecessary foreshadowing. This kept me on the edge of my seat, eagerly anticipating each new development and twist.
There is nothing I dislike about this book. It is a highly engaging and well-crafted action thriller that seamlessly weaves together suspense and action. I appreciated the author's ability to keep the plot moving at a brisk pace, never allowing it to drag or become bogged down in unnecessary details.
I rate this book five out of five stars for its ability to not only entertain but also educate its readers. I want to give credit to the editor of the book for their excellent work. The editing was flawless, and I didn't come across any errors that would detract from the reading experience. I recommend this book to everyone, especially those looking for a thrilling and thought-provoking read.
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The Date Farm
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Jack Winnick's action-packed thriller novel, The Date Farm, follows the horrific terrorist attacks carried out by radical extremists. The story begins with ten terrorists, all dressed in black, invading a Beverly Hills retail center on a Saturday evening, where a large group of young people are attending an after-hours rave. They unleashed gas bombs to disorient and incapacitate the people before spreading out across different levels and opening fire with automatic rifles, resulting in a confirmed death toll of 48 casualties. Israel's Mossad agent Uri Levin and the FBI Lara, who is now a Mossad adjunct agent, and her family are vacationing in Ohio when they get a call about the shooting at the mall. They immediately boarded a plane to Los Angeles to join the investigation. Were they able to intervene? Get the book.
The fast-paced narrative of this book was one of the most captivating aspects of the book for me. The author wasted no time in plunging the reader into the heart of the story, with the first terrorist attack happening right at the beginning of the book. From there, the plot never slows down, and the action is relentless. Even during the quieter sections, such as the travel and transportation scenes, Winnick's skillful writing style keeps the story moving at a brisk pace, never allowing the momentum to wane.
One of the things that I particularly appreciated about this book was the author's skillful characterization of the incidental characters. Rather than spending a lot of time on exposition and backstory, Winnick allows the characters' behavior to speak for itself, fleshing them out as the story progresses. The author only interrupts the story to provide a brief physical description, which I found to be a refreshing change of pace from other novels. Another aspect of the book that I enjoyed was how the author revealed the key plot points as they occurred without resorting to unnecessary foreshadowing. This kept me on the edge of my seat, eagerly anticipating each new development and twist.
There is nothing I dislike about this book. It is a highly engaging and well-crafted action thriller that seamlessly weaves together suspense and action. I appreciated the author's ability to keep the plot moving at a brisk pace, never allowing it to drag or become bogged down in unnecessary details.
I rate this book five out of five stars for its ability to not only entertain but also educate its readers. I want to give credit to the editor of the book for their excellent work. The editing was flawless, and I didn't come across any errors that would detract from the reading experience. I recommend this book to everyone, especially those looking for a thrilling and thought-provoking read.
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The Date Farm
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon