I agree that Sarah's entrance in the book made it all clear that their skills and abilities are innate and are very useful in the mission.Ever_Reading wrote: ↑05 Feb 2019, 00:11 Jacko's roots definitely helped with getting the mission done. This is further emphasized when Sarah comes into the picture. It's clear to see that it's the skills that they learned from a young age that makes survival almost intrinsic to them.
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Yes I agree, though Jamie seems to be the main character, I think the whole book tries to highlight Jacko's roots. Even in the second book, it is still Jacko's origins that are being portrayed.Ferdinand_otieno wrote: ↑05 Feb 2019, 01:54 His roots were a big part of the story, even the book's title should be informative in who to follow most.
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Oh, good point! While I understand the book being Jacko's story, the ladies would definitely have been an asset if he hadn't been involved.Charlyt wrote: ↑04 Feb 2019, 01:15 Jacko was definitely a huge asset in their mission especially the fact that he can blend in easily. But in the instance that Jacko didn't bacome part of their team, I think they still would have found a successful way to spy on the enemies to help win the war. Jaime also had good abilities, and they would've probably relied more on the girls they hired.
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It is said that there are several ways to kill a rat.Anna Maria 86 wrote: ↑03 Feb 2019, 13:57 I was just wondering whether the mission in Egypt would have been successful if it weren't for Jacko's aboriginal roots. I think non of the others could blend in as easily. Also, his unique abilities played a big role. Do you think they could have helped in winning the desert war as much as they did had Jacko not been a part of the team?
Even though Jacko's aboriginal roots and abilities contributed greatly to their success, I think they would have found another way to get the victory if he wasn't in the team. His presence only made their success come easier and faster.
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His character helps the team very well. No wonder why Jamie made him his companion going to Cairo. Jamie might knew that his buddy perfectly fits in.
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Very well said! His root makes the title more interesting. I thought the story flows more on Jamie as the introductory character is. A very big help in the history; fighting those Germans a character like Jacko.Miercoles wrote: ↑09 Feb 2019, 00:08 Jacko's roots definitely played a major role in the war: he was easily able to blend in with the locals in Egypt, and his tracking skills and those of his sister were pivotal in locating the criminals at the end. The book's title underlines his importance in the story.
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Kibetious wrote: ↑20 Feb 2019, 04:58 The ability to bond quickly and form connections with the local was a nice strategy which I believe led to the eventual success of the war. Jacko's presence, therefore, meant much. However, I am sure that even in his absence, other strategies would have been employed that would have led to victory.
A character like him helps the dreadful war in halt; we are now experiencing freedom. Hoping for no WWIII will arise, the story seems kindling nowadays.
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I guess even without the natural gifts, a spy could learn them just by being manupulative. It would take years of experience before mastering these natural skills.
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