Review of The Unknown Driver

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Review of The Unknown Driver

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Unknown Driver" by Jake Steele.]
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3 out of 4 stars
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The tales of Mr. Honigman, Bradley, Jennifer, and other intriguing personalities are detailed in Jake Steele's book, The Unknown Driver. While on vacation in Uganda with Mr. Honigman, his wife vanished. To find his wife, he hires three experts, but all efforts are unsuccessful. The answering stone that is with Jennifer is his sole remaining ray of hope. This stone is presumed to have the capacity to make your wishes come through. He sends Gloria and Sydney to Jennifer to steal the answering stone. Bradley and his brother Jake intervene, protecting her from these criminals. The unidentified driver was also assisting Jennifer in getting away from these criminals. The conflict was fierce. Did Mr. Honigman succeed in collecting the stone from Jennifer? Who is this unknown driver? Get a copy to learn more.

This book was beautifully written by the author. All of the characters have distinctive voices. I was captivated by the book as I learned who the unidentified driver was. Mr. Honigman becomes involved in crime by hiring two people to go and steal the answering stone because he cares so much about his missing wife. This helped me to realize how love might cause some people to change their original course of action. Jake's brother, Bradley, and Jake share an unfathomable amount of love. The methods used by these men to save Jennifer and the unidentified driver are instructive. I must admit that I enjoyed the book. I've never regretted choosing to read the book.

My favorite character is Bradley, who gives up on his problems to help someone else. He was threatened with death by an unidentified person who went by the name of Mr. Smith, but he persisted in trying to help Jennifer. He was courageous, tenacious, and selfless. He was able to forget all the wrongs his brother Jake had done to him. This book taught me a lot, one of which was the need to have an unwavering love for everyone. When Bradley phoned his brother on the phone to tell him he had forgiven him, I almost started crying. In this work, the author deftly blends romance and suspense. The author writes with excellent elegance.

Unfortunately, I can't say I enjoyed the entire book. Abigail was not given a satisfactory ending, even though her husband, Mr. Honigman, is a prominent character in the novel. Furthermore, Mr. Honigman's plan to dispatch criminals to take the answering stone did not sit well with me. He would have had a more mature conversation with Jennifer and obtained the stone more responsibly. For these reasons, I rate the book three out of four stars. Apart from the aforementioned, the book is engrossing. I must commend the author for his inventiveness. I would also like to thank the editor for spotting only two errors in the book. The book is professionally edited.

I advise readers who like exciting, action-packed, and technology-packed stories to read this one. I was on the edge of my seat as I read the events leading up to the book's conclusion. It will be enticing to readers.
 

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I’m curious about who this unknown driver is. Mr. Honigman resilient in searching for his missing wife is heart warming. I would love to know if she was found. I will this book to my bookshelf. Great review.
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I’m curious about who this unknown driver is. Mr. Honigman resilient in searching for his missing wife is heart warming. I would love to know if she was found. I will this book to my bookshelf. Great review.
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it take away from the thrill and core of the story if he took the stone responsibly, what's the fun and action in that? the book is fiction that's the important thing to keep in mind. that's the only way to keep people hooked otherwise it would be boring.
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Post by Blessing Chi Peculiar »

This book sounds interesting from your review but I concur with what you have said. Mr. Honigman supposes to go for a peace talk with Jennifer then send bad guys to kidnap her
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A stone that can make wishes come true. This story has an intresting plot and have a lot of suspense. I hope to read the book soon to read about the Me Jack and his wife. Wonderful review welldone!!!
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I got confused a bit thinking Jennifer was the wife at first. It's sounds interesting. Thanks for the review.
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The read is intriguing. I wonder if the story is centred on acquiring the answering stone, or does the stone come in toward the end? In the review, I got a hint of fights, car chases, and the supernatural, aspects I love in my favourite books. Thanks for the recommendation.
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It is indeed a very interesting plot, combined with mystery and suspense. Can't wait to read it. Lovely review!
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Salah bourouba wrote: 14 Oct 2022, 01:46 it take away from the thrill and core of the story if he took the stone responsibly, what's the fun and action in that? the book is fiction that's the important thing to keep in mind. that's the only way to keep people hooked otherwise it would be boring.
that's true. we need that to move forward with the plot. And we don't know how we will act if we come across that in reality.
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The story is filled with suspense and it's action packed, I love the plot and I will like to add it to my "to read" list. Great review
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I love the book's plot as it is captivating and intriguing. I like to also read this book. Thanks.
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What I love most in this book is the love that existed between Jennifer and Kayla. The Bus driver also did a fantastic job. Good review.
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Post by Amy Luman »

Yuk to romance, but yay to suspense. There must be just a small amount of romance because it seems like there is so much going on. Did Mr. Honingman consider just asking for Jennifer’s help?
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Engrossing is good. The suspense around the driver appeals to the reader's curiosity. I also agree with the reviewer when he says the main character could have just spoke with Jennifer to secure the stone.
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