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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.)
At Harvard’s 1997 commencement, Professor Isaac Blaustein warns Philosophy Professor Teodor Michalik about Shamir Rahmani, a graduate. Years later, on September 11, 2001, Cynthia Rubenstein witnessed the North Tower attack and a man, likely her husband Seth, jumping to his death. Years of mourning led Cynthia to reveal this to her daughter Jane before she died in 2005. Jane, seeking closure, ultimately adopts a new identity, Anat, and flies to Tel Aviv to start anew. Meanwhile, in Amsterdam, a major diamond heist at Schiphol airport suggests inside collusion but remains unsolved. In Dushanbe, Kazakhstan, a bank clerk transferred 8,391,928.59 Kazakh tenge to Tehran, Iran, which was then converted and sent to London as $44,720. In Langley, Virginia, Leah Cummings, a 32-year-old CIA operative, began investigating international arms dealers, feeling fulfilled in her new role. Father Pavel Dryzhensky, feeling guilty for breaking his vow of silence, prays for forgiveness and struggles with his decision to reveal a confession to prevent a catastrophe. He rereads Canon 983.1, which forbids betraying a penitent's confession, and contemplates his actions against this strict rule.
In Langley, Julie Anderson analyzes DNA from a fork linked to a suspected Turkish arms dealer but finds no match in the database. General Murray orders the DNA code to be shared with international agencies discreetly. Elsewhere, Lou reports suspicious circumstances in Detroit, while Colonel Kovalenko in Russia confirms one item missing from his storage vault. A private jet carrying Saeed and Ahmad flew undetected across the Pacific and landed on an abandoned airstrip in Oregon City. Saeed received geographic coordinates indicating their destination, motivating him with a sense of religious duty. Upon landing, they quickly unloaded a large, heavy golf bag into a waiting truck and escaped. Local residents, startled by the unexpected landing and subsequent explosion of the jet, called 911. Deputy Sheriff Mack Mason arrived to investigate, speaking with Julia Kamber, a witness who described the landing, the men unloading the bag, and their hasty departure. The men intended to complete a critical mission and escape, undetected, into the United States.
"The Kovalenko Secret" by Philip L. Rettew is an engrossing narrative that interweaves historical events with personal drama, drawing the reader into a multifaceted story that spans decades and continents. The book begins with a chilling real-life quote from Osama Bin Laden, setting a serious tone that underscores the global stakes of the story. From the academic halls of Harvard to the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and beyond, the novel meticulously builds a tapestry of interconnected lives and pivotal moments. The characters are compelling, each with their own depth and motivations, such as Cynthia Rubenstein, whose personal tragedy on 9/11 deeply impacts her and her daughter Jane. The plot is intricate, reflecting real-world issues like terrorism and the search for truth amidst chaos. Rettew's writing is both informative and emotionally resonant, making "The Kovalenko Secret" a captivating read that prompts serious reflection on contemporary issues. "The Kovalenko Secret" is ideal for readers who enjoy suspenseful fiction rooted in real-world events, with themes of terrorism, espionage, and personal tragedy. It appeals to those interested in geopolitical intrigue, historical references, and complex character development. In the end, I want to say that the book's editing is prodigious and has no errors. That's why I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.
In my opinion,
Lastly, about this book, I will say that the book has no errors, for which I have to deduct any stars from the rating; I enjoyed reading it.
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The Kovalenko Secret
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("The Kovalenko Secret" by Philip L. Rettew.)
At Harvard’s 1997 commencement, Professor Isaac Blaustein warns Philosophy Professor Teodor Michalik about Shamir Rahmani, a graduate. Years later, on September 11, 2001, Cynthia Rubenstein witnessed the North Tower attack and a man, likely her husband Seth, jumping to his death. Years of mourning led Cynthia to reveal this to her daughter Jane before she died in 2005. Jane, seeking closure, ultimately adopts a new identity, Anat, and flies to Tel Aviv to start anew. Meanwhile, in Amsterdam, a major diamond heist at Schiphol airport suggests inside collusion but remains unsolved. In Dushanbe, Kazakhstan, a bank clerk transferred 8,391,928.59 Kazakh tenge to Tehran, Iran, which was then converted and sent to London as $44,720. In Langley, Virginia, Leah Cummings, a 32-year-old CIA operative, began investigating international arms dealers, feeling fulfilled in her new role. Father Pavel Dryzhensky, feeling guilty for breaking his vow of silence, prays for forgiveness and struggles with his decision to reveal a confession to prevent a catastrophe. He rereads Canon 983.1, which forbids betraying a penitent's confession, and contemplates his actions against this strict rule.
In Langley, Julie Anderson analyzes DNA from a fork linked to a suspected Turkish arms dealer but finds no match in the database. General Murray orders the DNA code to be shared with international agencies discreetly. Elsewhere, Lou reports suspicious circumstances in Detroit, while Colonel Kovalenko in Russia confirms one item missing from his storage vault. A private jet carrying Saeed and Ahmad flew undetected across the Pacific and landed on an abandoned airstrip in Oregon City. Saeed received geographic coordinates indicating their destination, motivating him with a sense of religious duty. Upon landing, they quickly unloaded a large, heavy golf bag into a waiting truck and escaped. Local residents, startled by the unexpected landing and subsequent explosion of the jet, called 911. Deputy Sheriff Mack Mason arrived to investigate, speaking with Julia Kamber, a witness who described the landing, the men unloading the bag, and their hasty departure. The men intended to complete a critical mission and escape, undetected, into the United States.
"The Kovalenko Secret" by Philip L. Rettew is an engrossing narrative that interweaves historical events with personal drama, drawing the reader into a multifaceted story that spans decades and continents. The book begins with a chilling real-life quote from Osama Bin Laden, setting a serious tone that underscores the global stakes of the story. From the academic halls of Harvard to the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and beyond, the novel meticulously builds a tapestry of interconnected lives and pivotal moments. The characters are compelling, each with their own depth and motivations, such as Cynthia Rubenstein, whose personal tragedy on 9/11 deeply impacts her and her daughter Jane. The plot is intricate, reflecting real-world issues like terrorism and the search for truth amidst chaos. Rettew's writing is both informative and emotionally resonant, making "The Kovalenko Secret" a captivating read that prompts serious reflection on contemporary issues. "The Kovalenko Secret" is ideal for readers who enjoy suspenseful fiction rooted in real-world events, with themes of terrorism, espionage, and personal tragedy. It appeals to those interested in geopolitical intrigue, historical references, and complex character development. In the end, I want to say that the book's editing is prodigious and has no errors. That's why I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.
In my opinion,
Lastly, about this book, I will say that the book has no errors, for which I have to deduct any stars from the rating; I enjoyed reading it.
******
The Kovalenko Secret
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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