Review of Quest: Finding Freddie
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Review of Quest: Finding Freddie
[Following is a volunteer review of "Quest: Finding Freddie" by Thomas Richard Spradlin.]
Quest: Finding Freddie by Thomas Richard Spradlin provides a riveting and accurate account of Nigeria's history. In August 1976, Frederick David Nachman, aka Freddie, vanished without a trace while taking a stroll in Lagos. He was the head honcho of Nachman International Trading Corporation (NITC). Coincidentally, the author, Richard, was also in Lagos at the time. Upon his return, he received a call from Clifford of the law firm Clifford & Warnke, requesting his assistance in locating Freddie.
However, there was a hitch—he had entered Nigeria on a single-entry visa, making his return uncertain. When Richard reached out to the Swedish and U.S. embassies for help finding Freddie, they shockingly refused to get involved. Undeterred, he decided to take matters into his own hands and assembled a diverse group of friends and acquaintances from his previous visits to Nigeria. Despite the country's troubled history of conflict, political tensions, and antisemitism, this multicultural team learned to trust and rely on each other. Richard skillfully wove in Nigeria's complex history, educating the reader about the warring factions and other crucial aspects of the country's past.
As I turned the pages, I was on edge, wondering if Richard would ever find Freddie or even make it out of the country himself. Richard quickly learned that having the right connections and money can open doors and change people's attitudes overnight. Suddenly, the story took a dark and sinister turn, filled with sexual, military, and political intrigue. With a special passport from his past, Richard embarked on a dangerous global journey to secure Freddie.
What struck me most about Spradlin was not just his kindness and patience, but the profound transformation he underwent as he navigated this harrowing journey. The change in him is skillfully woven throughout the narrative, evident in the way he interacts with others. It's a powerful testament to one person's impact on others.
The book was well-edited, but I encountered minor errors. I found no dislikes to it. I give it a deserving 5 out of 5 stars rating. This book is a gripping page-turner that I recommend to anyone who loves adventure, history, and political thrillers. Quest: Finding Freddie is a gripping page-turner that I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who loves adventure, history, and political thrillers. Spradlin's writing masterfully weaves a true story that's both captivating and informative, offering a rare glimpse into a pivotal moment in Nigeria's turbulent past. This book is a must-read for anyone looking for a compelling narrative that's also rich in historical context.
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Quest: Finding Freddie
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Quest: Finding Freddie by Thomas Richard Spradlin provides a riveting and accurate account of Nigeria's history. In August 1976, Frederick David Nachman, aka Freddie, vanished without a trace while taking a stroll in Lagos. He was the head honcho of Nachman International Trading Corporation (NITC). Coincidentally, the author, Richard, was also in Lagos at the time. Upon his return, he received a call from Clifford of the law firm Clifford & Warnke, requesting his assistance in locating Freddie.
However, there was a hitch—he had entered Nigeria on a single-entry visa, making his return uncertain. When Richard reached out to the Swedish and U.S. embassies for help finding Freddie, they shockingly refused to get involved. Undeterred, he decided to take matters into his own hands and assembled a diverse group of friends and acquaintances from his previous visits to Nigeria. Despite the country's troubled history of conflict, political tensions, and antisemitism, this multicultural team learned to trust and rely on each other. Richard skillfully wove in Nigeria's complex history, educating the reader about the warring factions and other crucial aspects of the country's past.
As I turned the pages, I was on edge, wondering if Richard would ever find Freddie or even make it out of the country himself. Richard quickly learned that having the right connections and money can open doors and change people's attitudes overnight. Suddenly, the story took a dark and sinister turn, filled with sexual, military, and political intrigue. With a special passport from his past, Richard embarked on a dangerous global journey to secure Freddie.
What struck me most about Spradlin was not just his kindness and patience, but the profound transformation he underwent as he navigated this harrowing journey. The change in him is skillfully woven throughout the narrative, evident in the way he interacts with others. It's a powerful testament to one person's impact on others.
The book was well-edited, but I encountered minor errors. I found no dislikes to it. I give it a deserving 5 out of 5 stars rating. This book is a gripping page-turner that I recommend to anyone who loves adventure, history, and political thrillers. Quest: Finding Freddie is a gripping page-turner that I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who loves adventure, history, and political thrillers. Spradlin's writing masterfully weaves a true story that's both captivating and informative, offering a rare glimpse into a pivotal moment in Nigeria's turbulent past. This book is a must-read for anyone looking for a compelling narrative that's also rich in historical context.
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Quest: Finding Freddie
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