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timd wrote: 04 Feb 2019, 07:18 I think that Jacko definitely has to be the best spy in this novel. He has the correct sense of presence to blend into most situations and to appear innocuous, probably due to his looks and mixed heritage. He is also able to follow and observe people very well due to his natural abilities. He also seemed to be the one doing a lot of the physical work. There can be no doubt that the ladies also faced a lot of danger and took considerable risks. This is my only criticism of the novel. Their work would have been far grimier than it was made out to be in the novel. To be honest, they were bedding men in an effort to get information from them, but this is definitely underplayed in the book. Sarah was also very good at what she did, but she was not really spying, but rather working against the criminals. I liked the way that the author used the abilities of Jacko and his sister to outwit the criminals in the outback.
I agree! Perfect! I just think so if there techniques would still be applicable in todays advance technology.
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Jacko's observation in every situation is also a great credit. Imagine, leaving those captives for the interrogation of the 3 criminals. Wise guy!
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Ferdinand_otieno wrote: 02 Feb 2019, 12:26 My honest bet is on Jacko O'Brien. He blends quit easily and has the razor sharp wit of a spy to boot.
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Ann1e wrote: 05 Feb 2019, 05:44 Jacko's observation in every situation is also a great credit. Imagine, leaving those captives for the interrogation of the 3 criminals. Wise guy!
He is not just the best spy, but also wise and observant of the surroundings.
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briellejee wrote: 02 Feb 2019, 08:53 Same here! Jacko is very efficient and resourceful. And he's also that one spy that you can't imagine to be one; he can blend in easily.
Now that is my kind of favorite character! Someone who blends in easily makes for a good spy. I will consider reading this book
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aolayide wrote: 05 Feb 2019, 08:26
briellejee wrote: 02 Feb 2019, 08:53 Same here! Jacko is very efficient and resourceful. And he's also that one spy that you can't imagine to be one; he can blend in easily.
Now that is my kind of favorite character! Someone who blends in easily makes for a good spy. I will consider reading this book
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Twins2019 wrote: 05 Feb 2019, 06:00
Ferdinand_otieno wrote: 02 Feb 2019, 12:26 My honest bet is on Jacko O'Brien. He blends quit easily and has the razor sharp wit of a spy to boot.
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Same thought crossed my mind for a split second. I sure am glad he wasn't, cause the friendship between Jacko and Jamie is one of the things I liked most in the book.
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I also think that Jacko is the best. Whatever he tried it worked.
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Susmita Biswas wrote: 05 Feb 2019, 14:34 I also think that Jacko is the best. Whatever he tried it worked.
I agree with you! His effort was not wasted even how dangerous it is.
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Ann1e wrote: 05 Feb 2019, 05:44 Jacko's observation in every situation is also a great credit. Imagine, leaving those captives for the interrogation of the 3 criminals. Wise guy!
Yes! Jacko seemed to be a fast-thinker in situations. His mind immediately adjusts well in everything he do or everything that is happening to him. I liked that part as well! :)
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Twins2019 wrote: 05 Feb 2019, 06:00
Ferdinand_otieno wrote: 02 Feb 2019, 12:26 My honest bet is on Jacko O'Brien. He blends quit easily and has the razor sharp wit of a spy to boot.
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I thought in the first place his an enemy tryjng to captive Jamie, but a loyal friend and wise spy.
That's an interesting take in his character! I did not doubt Jacko at first, but when he came out with all this spy abilities, I had to rethink for a bit. But then, there were no signs that he is spying Jamie, so the idea quickly got out of my mind.
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Jacko all the way. He is very intelligent and skilled at his job.
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Jacko gets my vote for being the most efficient. His ability to blend in adds to his qualities as an effective spy.
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I also think that the best spy is Sarah. She is super stealthy and athletic. She also uses unique methods to get the job done. I think she is a real role model.
And also she plays a girl role on it.
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Sarah. She is the one who found the tire tracks. She was even able to sneak up on Jacko - a fellow Warramunga!
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