Official Review: Waterworks by Jack Winnick

[Junaid9822]

I read this book and I liked it .As soon as I find some time between reviews, I am going on with its sequels . Totally Amazing .Thank you for your great reveiw

[LORDSHIP ALEX]

This sounds like an ideal read for investigative thriller fans. I would like to read and find out who the real terrorists are and whether they are finally caught. From the review, it sounds like the reader is in for an adventure-packed ride with Winnik's Waterworks. Congratulations on winning BoTD!

[Shing Araya]

It seems like this is the book I needed to add on my bookshelf. I am always a fan of thrillers and spy type of stories.

May it be in books or movie, I believe for stories like this are very creative and difficult to ignore.

I am fine with violence as it gives only more life to the story. Thank you for a beautiful review.

[Chad Anthony]

I loved how the review highlighted the intriguing premise of contamination and espionage. The author's description of the discovery at the Los Angeles Aqueduct Filtration Plant instantly drew me in. It's a unique starting point for a thrilling plot!

[Tosin Le]

This was an engaging investigative read. Lara and Uri's investigative skills will surely bring justice to the matter. The death of those goldfish was indeed a big blow to the owner.

[Faith Stacy Leon]

I love suspense thrillers a lot and this one fascinated me too. I hope Lara and Uri were able to bring the perpetrators of that act to book. Congratulations on the BOTD.

[maylub]

This book seems very interested and I’ll add it to my have to read list. I can wait to see what the spying job of Lara and auto will be and the results it will provide. Thank you in a great review

[Asma Aisha Ansari]

Waterworks by Jack Winnick promises a thrilling ride from the first page, with a mysterious water contamination plot. The characters Lara and Uri are a dynamic duo I'd love to follow on their espionage adventure.

[VickyLenya]

Lara and husband Uri,wooow! Always captivative and enjoyable to read.Waterworks has the touch again seeing this two couples unraveling the Iranian terrorist attack.Their stories are straight to the point and with no complexity in it.

[LENAH NYANZEKA]

I love how lara and Uri did investigate and detected the polonium that poisoned the golden fishes, very nice and enjoyable to read.

[Carolina Katerina]

FBI agents, terrorist attacks, this sounds intriguing. Thank you for the detailed review! I would recommend the book to those who love spy novels, I think it will be a fresh replenishment on their shelf.

[MercyNdungu]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Waterworks" by Jack Winnick.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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Eddie Moskowitz was at work as usual at the Los Angeles Aqueduct Filtration Plant when he inspected the goldfish that were kept there and found them dead. (As a way to ensure the water was safe, the goldfish were kept in water from the filtration system that was refreshed daily.) Then, he observed several dead birds outside around the holding tanks. In a panic, experts were called in to investigate. Eventually, it was believed that the water was contaminated with polonium, an exceedingly rare type of toxic radioactive material that is difficult to discover. A sock was found in the water that was identified as being made in Iran, causing them to believe this was an Iranian terrorist attack.

Lara Edmond and Uri Levin were on their vacation in Los Angeles when they received a call from Bret Williams from the FBI office. Lara is a former FBI agent who presently works with Uri for Israel’s Mossad. They possess a lot of experience working on cases dealing with international terrorists and are requested to assist in this one. Because the FBI agents are extremely concerned that this is just the beginning of Iran’s plans, Lara and Uri are briefed, given new identities, and sent into danger into separate areas of Iran to gather intelligence.

Waterworks by Jack Winnick is book five in the series about Lara and Uri; however, it is a standalone story. It is a fast-paced novel that gets the reader’s attention from the first page and keeps them enthralled until the end of the tale. Written from the third-person point of view, both Lara and Uri are followed as they infiltrate the intelligence sources in Iran. It is a chilling account of what could happen in the U.S. without the constant counterintelligence to ward off attacks like this. Jack Winnick is “Professor Emeritus of Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech” and has “a lifetime of scholarship on Middle East affairs.” Subsequently, he is uniquely qualified to write this book. As he says, “The technology is also real—and available.” This makes it even more frightening.

With so much to admire about this book, it is hard to pick out my favorite thing. However, one thing I particularly admire is the author’s attention to detail without being boring. Sometimes upon reading a spy novel, I’m left confused about how we got from point A to point B. This is not the case here. Everything is spelled out clearly in a straightforward language: obtaining new identities, entering Iran, and acquiring the necessary jobs to get access to the needed intelligence. All the details were impeccably laid out, and the questions were resolved by the conclusion of the story.

The sole thing I wasn’t crazy about was how easy it was for Lara to have access to confidential information. I think, realistically, it would have taken longer and been a lot harder to gain the confidence of superiors. However, this was a minor thing and didn’t affect my overall rating.

Because I enjoyed this book from the beginning to the end and only detected a few minor errors, Waterworks achieves a rating of four out of four stars. It is enthusiastically recommended for readers who appreciate fast-paced thrillers dealing with spies and terrorism. No sex other than kissing was seen in the book, and only infrequent minor profanities were observed. However, there is violence in the book, although it isn’t very descriptive. Because the subject of terrorism may provoke anxiety and because of the violence, I do not recommend it for children. Sensitive readers need to be aware of those things as well. This is definitely written from a pro-USA and pro-Israel viewpoint. If you find that offensive, you might want to look elsewhere.

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Thank you for sharing your review of "Waterworks" by Jack Winnick. Your detailed feedback provides valuable insights into the book's strengths and minor areas for improvement.

It's clear that you found the story's premise and execution engaging, especially its fast-paced nature that captivated your attention from the beginning to the end. Your mention of the author's expertise and real-world knowledge in Middle East affairs adds depth to the novel's authenticity and makes it more compelling.

Your admiration for the author's attention to detail without becoming boring is noted, and it's essential in spy novels to have a clear and well-explained progression of events. Your minor concern about the ease with which Lara gained access to confidential information is a valid point and demonstrates your attention to realism.

Your four-star rating and appreciation for the book's overall quality, despite a few minor errors, indicate your positive impression. Your thoughtful content warnings about the presence of violence and sensitive subject matter, as well as your mention of the book's pro-USA and pro-Israel viewpoint, provide valuable information for potential readers.

In conclusion, your review offers valuable insights for readers interested in "Waterworks" and provides a balanced perspective on its merits and considerations

[Brienna Cooper]

Great review! I’m always up for enticing tale about a couple in a spy thriller setting. This definitely seems like something I could get into!

“Sometimes upon reading a spy novel, I’m left confused about how we got from point A to point B. This is not the case here.”
^I have to say, I appreciate this level of honesty. I totally get this, LOL! It’s nice to know in advance that things are laid out clearly and concisely.

[Ralph Najma]

It's a great read for a spy thriller lovers I appreciate that the story is not unnecessary complicated. And also thanks for a great review

[Shilpy Bhasin]

A fast-paced thriller with terrorism, spies and some romance. Secret agencies of USA and Israel trying to save the world once again. Thanks for an honest review.