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Review of The Kovalenko Secret
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Kovalenko Secret" by Philip L Rettew.]
The Kovalenko Secret by Philip L Rettew talks about religious extremists who are ready to go into violence and war for what they believe in. Russian officer Colonel Viktor Kovalenko is the commander of the Chelyabinsk military post. Trouble began when a nuclear warhead went missing from the storage vault at his military installation. He must find it before it falls into the hands of the enemies of the nation. In his quest to beat time, Viktor traveled to Brooklyn, New York, to the FBI safe house, where he was shocked to learn that his daughter Karina had been taken. Karina Kovalenko, a 24-year-old ambitious ballerina, was performing for the New York Ballet Company.
Now Colonel Viktor is caught between his love for his daughter and his allegiance to his nation, as he is threatened to deliver the codes required to trigger the stolen nuclear bomb, which would cause further devastation. The book gives us further insight into the life of Muslim Shamir Rahmani, who is also a highly wealthy oil investor and Middle Eastern drug dealer despite having only graduated and earned a bachelor's degree. He is the source of the goal's funding for the self-proclaimed leader of the Islamic State, Fatih Abdul-Kaliq. Abdul Kaliq believes that Islam can grow if he can eliminate America from the picture. Those who wish to promote Islam are a threat to the entire globe, and America is their aim and enemy.
The book is extremely thorough; nothing was left out that was necessary to finish it. I appreciate that the book discusses the distinctions that exist between different countries and civilizations. I adore the character Duke Chancellor, the powerful billionaire who serves as the head of the "super-secret" Chancellor Organization and utilizes his influence to try to thwart terrorist attacks in the US. His part was crucial to the plot adds to the story's depth.
I find it intriguing that the nuclear bomb vanished and that the hunt for it left everyone in a state of delirium. The mystery of where it would be unleashed kept me on my toes, and it captivated my mind enough to start guessing. Though it is thriller fiction it reveals a lot about what happens in the actual world. The narrative is highly captivating, unveiling numerous startling plot points that have real-world applications. It was great and unusual suspense. Reading the Kovalenko secret opened my eyes to the ways that religion and cultural practices are thought of.
This novel frequently made me feel emotional. I learned what genuine loyalty means from it. This book introduces me to a universe I have never seen before, I have nothing to dislike about this book. I adore the plot it was cleverly constructed and the characters' interdependencies were clear. Each person's function was clearly and effectively carried out. Days after his conversation with Fatih Valentin Murat was killed, shocking me even more. It was a very emotional moment for me, as I could relate to Duke Chancellor's sorrow because it was also my own. I applaud the writer for creating a work with such significance. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
I gave this book a rating of 5 out of 5 stars because of its beautiful storyline, complicated characters, and insightful exploration of important topics like extremism and loyalty. The author's ability to keep the reader engaged with a suspense-filled story and emotional depth is really beautiful to me, while also talking about real world problems like religion and cultural practices. The book's thoroughness in storytelling and its ability to raise genuine emotions make it a compelling and thought-provoking read that you will not forget about in a hurry. I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy gripping thrillers with thought-provoking themes.
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The Kovalenko Secret
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The Kovalenko Secret by Philip L Rettew talks about religious extremists who are ready to go into violence and war for what they believe in. Russian officer Colonel Viktor Kovalenko is the commander of the Chelyabinsk military post. Trouble began when a nuclear warhead went missing from the storage vault at his military installation. He must find it before it falls into the hands of the enemies of the nation. In his quest to beat time, Viktor traveled to Brooklyn, New York, to the FBI safe house, where he was shocked to learn that his daughter Karina had been taken. Karina Kovalenko, a 24-year-old ambitious ballerina, was performing for the New York Ballet Company.
Now Colonel Viktor is caught between his love for his daughter and his allegiance to his nation, as he is threatened to deliver the codes required to trigger the stolen nuclear bomb, which would cause further devastation. The book gives us further insight into the life of Muslim Shamir Rahmani, who is also a highly wealthy oil investor and Middle Eastern drug dealer despite having only graduated and earned a bachelor's degree. He is the source of the goal's funding for the self-proclaimed leader of the Islamic State, Fatih Abdul-Kaliq. Abdul Kaliq believes that Islam can grow if he can eliminate America from the picture. Those who wish to promote Islam are a threat to the entire globe, and America is their aim and enemy.
The book is extremely thorough; nothing was left out that was necessary to finish it. I appreciate that the book discusses the distinctions that exist between different countries and civilizations. I adore the character Duke Chancellor, the powerful billionaire who serves as the head of the "super-secret" Chancellor Organization and utilizes his influence to try to thwart terrorist attacks in the US. His part was crucial to the plot adds to the story's depth.
I find it intriguing that the nuclear bomb vanished and that the hunt for it left everyone in a state of delirium. The mystery of where it would be unleashed kept me on my toes, and it captivated my mind enough to start guessing. Though it is thriller fiction it reveals a lot about what happens in the actual world. The narrative is highly captivating, unveiling numerous startling plot points that have real-world applications. It was great and unusual suspense. Reading the Kovalenko secret opened my eyes to the ways that religion and cultural practices are thought of.
This novel frequently made me feel emotional. I learned what genuine loyalty means from it. This book introduces me to a universe I have never seen before, I have nothing to dislike about this book. I adore the plot it was cleverly constructed and the characters' interdependencies were clear. Each person's function was clearly and effectively carried out. Days after his conversation with Fatih Valentin Murat was killed, shocking me even more. It was a very emotional moment for me, as I could relate to Duke Chancellor's sorrow because it was also my own. I applaud the writer for creating a work with such significance. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
I gave this book a rating of 5 out of 5 stars because of its beautiful storyline, complicated characters, and insightful exploration of important topics like extremism and loyalty. The author's ability to keep the reader engaged with a suspense-filled story and emotional depth is really beautiful to me, while also talking about real world problems like religion and cultural practices. The book's thoroughness in storytelling and its ability to raise genuine emotions make it a compelling and thought-provoking read that you will not forget about in a hurry. I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy gripping thrillers with thought-provoking themes.
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The Kovalenko Secret
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
