Review of The Date Farm

[Ruby Allman]

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Date Farm" by Jack Winnick.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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The Date Farm [i/], eminently believable and entertaining, continues the thrilling adventures of Uri and Lara. Ancient history relates tales of warfare, weapons, and spies. Most warfare methods gave way to newer ones, but spying remains a potent weapon. Uri and Lara's proficiency, bravery, and loyalty drive their successful missions.

Now married, they leap into a dangerous attack on New York's financial district. No one in the United States government understands the terrorists' agenda, but everyone knows the Iranians are back. Communication systems fail, including the most secure channels. Abruptly recalled from vacation, Lara and Uri agree to lead teams to stop the attack. They and their well-trained teams find themselves outwitted; the nation's future security hinges on their next moves.

In this, the 4th installment of the Uri and Lara novels by Jack Winnock, more is at stake than ever before. Keep in mind that this a work of fiction; Mr. Winnock does alter a few scientific and financial details. Even so, know that these types of situations can and do occur between international players. Besides its entertainment value, The Date Farm[i/] warns of dangers posed by international espionage and terrorist organizations. Peace-loving people will learn some of the dangers lurking in innocent-seeming circumstances. Although this is fiction, Mr. Winnock describes a real-life description of anti-Semitism in Iran.

Uri and Lara are not a typical couple. They seem larger than life, and they are a "mixed" couple. He is Jewish, a Mossad agent. Lara is American, presumably Christian. Yes, those marriages certainly occur, but not between religious Jews and Christians. Meals add hints as to Uri's religious persuasions. Astute readers will see the clues as they occur. No matter, the couple is believable and likeable.

The use of foreshadowing enhances the literary quality of this book. The dynamic plot, well-developed characters, and scene descriptions testify to Mr. Winnock's powerful abilities for story telling and writing.

I recommend The Date Farm[i/] to adults, and to mature teens 16 and older, who enjoy exploring world politics, anti-Semitism, and action-oriented novels. The political nuances and graphic violence portrayed preclude appropriateness for younger readers.
I have read other novels in this series and will continue following Using and Lara.

I rated The Date Farm[i/] 5 out of 5 stars[b/i]. The only thing that would improve this novel is directing the grammar and punctuation errors I noted, a total of 7. They do not lesson the impact or enjoyment of this fine story.

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[Janet Alex]

I agree with you on this 'Terrorism attacks have been a major form of violence that negatively affects society. Such attacks should be prevented by all means possible in order to protect lives and properties.' This is also why I appreciated Lara and Uri's work.