Review of Howl of the Banshee
Posted: 10 Sep 2024, 12:12
[Following is a volunteer review of "Howl of the Banshee" by Dave McKeon.]
Lou Gault is an ex-commando. It was almost a decade since he fought in the Afghan wars. He belonged to the Canadian elite Joint Task Force Two commando unit. Lieutenant Kathryn played a crucial role within the Irish Directorate of Military Intelligence in bringing down a ring of international smugglers. She joined the Royal Canadian Mounties about seven months ago. Lou and Kathryn were married according to the Abenaki ceremony.
Lou and Jake Gault are cousins and run an inherited resort, Harve de Poisson. Lou enjoys his life outdoors and loves being close to nature. With some time on hand before the commencement of a fresh vacation season, Lou and Jake are planning several changes to maintain high standards for the visitors. Lou is doing all in his capacity to wind up all the instructions for the renovation, as he intends to dedicate his undivided time and attention to his wife, Kathryn O'Grady.
Kathryn plans a lavish Catholic church wedding to appease her Irish family and friends. Unaware of the lurking danger and upset that Lou was not making the trip with her, Kathryn takes a solo trip to the venue to spend time with family before the event. Lou promised to join her soon. The events facilitate a perfect setting for the revenge seekers in Howl of the Banshee, the third installment in Dave McKeon’s A Lou Gault Thriller series. Find out if Kathryn is rescued alive from the clutches of her dangerous and sadistic kidnappers.
With plenty of characters and unique personality traits, the plot succeeds in keeping the readers on edge. The author skillfully engages readers with a straightforward writing style and unpredictable twists. Although a common goal unites Beatrice Hastings, Anne More, and Evelyn Maxwell, they all have different thoughts and boundaries about the acceptable means to reach it. The author blends some lighter moments with episodes of Jake prioritizing food and Francis O’Connor’s lukewarm approach. The intertwining of personal and professional lives and sharp, criminal-minded people led to a gripping string of events and counter-efforts.
What shines through is the camaraderie among the people who have served the nation—their self-confidence, alertness, and warrior spirit. The efforts of the criminal minds to avoid leaving their tracks were interesting. The short and crisp chapters were eventful, making it hard to keep the book down. The clever blend of the banshee, a mythical creature in Irish folklore, makes the title perfect for the narrative.
I did encounter a few errors, but they did not diminish my reading experience. As much as I appreciate the editing work, I recommend a re-edit to delight the readers with an error-free book. With a unique blend of characters, skillful writing, perfect pacing, and plot twists that kept me guessing the next move on either side, I enjoyed reading this book and have nothing negative to state. I gladly rate this book five out of five stars, as the errors were minor and do not justify any reduction in rating.
I recommend this book to mature readers who enjoy thrillers. The diverse characters and the dynamics owing to personality traits, personal reasons for a sense of loyalty, and also the well-developed elements of intrigue, romance, and suspense make it a satisfying read.
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Howl of the Banshee
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Lou Gault is an ex-commando. It was almost a decade since he fought in the Afghan wars. He belonged to the Canadian elite Joint Task Force Two commando unit. Lieutenant Kathryn played a crucial role within the Irish Directorate of Military Intelligence in bringing down a ring of international smugglers. She joined the Royal Canadian Mounties about seven months ago. Lou and Kathryn were married according to the Abenaki ceremony.
Lou and Jake Gault are cousins and run an inherited resort, Harve de Poisson. Lou enjoys his life outdoors and loves being close to nature. With some time on hand before the commencement of a fresh vacation season, Lou and Jake are planning several changes to maintain high standards for the visitors. Lou is doing all in his capacity to wind up all the instructions for the renovation, as he intends to dedicate his undivided time and attention to his wife, Kathryn O'Grady.
Kathryn plans a lavish Catholic church wedding to appease her Irish family and friends. Unaware of the lurking danger and upset that Lou was not making the trip with her, Kathryn takes a solo trip to the venue to spend time with family before the event. Lou promised to join her soon. The events facilitate a perfect setting for the revenge seekers in Howl of the Banshee, the third installment in Dave McKeon’s A Lou Gault Thriller series. Find out if Kathryn is rescued alive from the clutches of her dangerous and sadistic kidnappers.
With plenty of characters and unique personality traits, the plot succeeds in keeping the readers on edge. The author skillfully engages readers with a straightforward writing style and unpredictable twists. Although a common goal unites Beatrice Hastings, Anne More, and Evelyn Maxwell, they all have different thoughts and boundaries about the acceptable means to reach it. The author blends some lighter moments with episodes of Jake prioritizing food and Francis O’Connor’s lukewarm approach. The intertwining of personal and professional lives and sharp, criminal-minded people led to a gripping string of events and counter-efforts.
What shines through is the camaraderie among the people who have served the nation—their self-confidence, alertness, and warrior spirit. The efforts of the criminal minds to avoid leaving their tracks were interesting. The short and crisp chapters were eventful, making it hard to keep the book down. The clever blend of the banshee, a mythical creature in Irish folklore, makes the title perfect for the narrative.
I did encounter a few errors, but they did not diminish my reading experience. As much as I appreciate the editing work, I recommend a re-edit to delight the readers with an error-free book. With a unique blend of characters, skillful writing, perfect pacing, and plot twists that kept me guessing the next move on either side, I enjoyed reading this book and have nothing negative to state. I gladly rate this book five out of five stars, as the errors were minor and do not justify any reduction in rating.
I recommend this book to mature readers who enjoy thrillers. The diverse characters and the dynamics owing to personality traits, personal reasons for a sense of loyalty, and also the well-developed elements of intrigue, romance, and suspense make it a satisfying read.
******
Howl of the Banshee
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon