Official Review: The Last Enemy by Dan E. Hendrickson
Posted: 30 Sep 2019, 07:43
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Last Enemy" by Dan E. Hendrickson.]
3 out of 4 stars
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Commander Jacob Edwards, the Hero of Cozumel, is believed to have died in an airplane crash three years ago. However, Captain Marnia Gonzalez of the Mexican Anti-cartel Task Force has reasons to suspect he is still alive. She collaborates with Danielle, Jacob’s daughter, to rescue the missing members of her family. The other family members and loyal friends gather for one last fight against the remaining evil forces. Will the allies be able to protect their beloved commander? The answers can be found in The Last Enemy by Dan E. Hendrickson, the third book of the Last Enemy series.
Before starting my review, I must warn prospective readers about the contents. Being a sequel, the novel repeatedly mentions the incidents of the last two books. I advise the readers to read the previous books first to understand the story better.
The extremely fast pace makes the read short yet profound. There is no lack of gripping scenes in the novel. The tension was so palpable that at times, I became more nervous than the characters. The vivid and elaborate action scenes made the reading experience akin to watching an action movie.
Being mostly an attempt to tie up the loose ends, the storyline is quite straightforward. However, dealing with powerful drug lords and infamous Russian snipers entails that the course of the story can drastically change in the blink of an eye. These twists spice up the narrative considerably.
As this is a plot-driven story, the author does not put much emphasis on character development. Yet, the characters create a lasting impression on the readers. The drug lords’ ice-cold hearts, calculated moves, and utter lack of emotions send a chill down our spines. Fortunately, the warmth and friendship displayed by the good people more than compensate for it. Their mutual respect and trust ensure the ultimate triumph of good over evil. All things considered, this was a fulfilling end to an exciting series.
However, there are a few negative aspects. The storyline essentially requires many characters, yet keeping track of them becomes an overwhelming task. Also, past occurrences are mentioned repeatedly, making the current story seem less important.
From a technical standpoint, the errors in this book exceed the permissible limit. Keeping these points in mind, I rate The Last Enemy 3 out of 4 stars. I would recommend this book to the readers who enjoy fast-paced action sequences. Additionally, those who have already read the previous books must not miss the ending.
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The Last Enemy
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3 out of 4 stars
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Commander Jacob Edwards, the Hero of Cozumel, is believed to have died in an airplane crash three years ago. However, Captain Marnia Gonzalez of the Mexican Anti-cartel Task Force has reasons to suspect he is still alive. She collaborates with Danielle, Jacob’s daughter, to rescue the missing members of her family. The other family members and loyal friends gather for one last fight against the remaining evil forces. Will the allies be able to protect their beloved commander? The answers can be found in The Last Enemy by Dan E. Hendrickson, the third book of the Last Enemy series.
Before starting my review, I must warn prospective readers about the contents. Being a sequel, the novel repeatedly mentions the incidents of the last two books. I advise the readers to read the previous books first to understand the story better.
The extremely fast pace makes the read short yet profound. There is no lack of gripping scenes in the novel. The tension was so palpable that at times, I became more nervous than the characters. The vivid and elaborate action scenes made the reading experience akin to watching an action movie.
Being mostly an attempt to tie up the loose ends, the storyline is quite straightforward. However, dealing with powerful drug lords and infamous Russian snipers entails that the course of the story can drastically change in the blink of an eye. These twists spice up the narrative considerably.
As this is a plot-driven story, the author does not put much emphasis on character development. Yet, the characters create a lasting impression on the readers. The drug lords’ ice-cold hearts, calculated moves, and utter lack of emotions send a chill down our spines. Fortunately, the warmth and friendship displayed by the good people more than compensate for it. Their mutual respect and trust ensure the ultimate triumph of good over evil. All things considered, this was a fulfilling end to an exciting series.
However, there are a few negative aspects. The storyline essentially requires many characters, yet keeping track of them becomes an overwhelming task. Also, past occurrences are mentioned repeatedly, making the current story seem less important.
From a technical standpoint, the errors in this book exceed the permissible limit. Keeping these points in mind, I rate The Last Enemy 3 out of 4 stars. I would recommend this book to the readers who enjoy fast-paced action sequences. Additionally, those who have already read the previous books must not miss the ending.
******
The Last Enemy
View: on Bookshelves
. I love action packed books but since the author kept mentioning past occurrences , I think I'll have to read the previous books first.