Review of Poaching the Poachers: The Key to GREED

[Kelsey Roy]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Poaching the Poachers: The Key to GREED" by David A. Glenn.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Poaching the Poachers: The Key to GREED by David A. Glenn is a thriller with enough action to keep readers glued to the pages. The story follows retired U.S. Army Special Forces Captain Shane McClarey as he sets out on a series of personal missions to curtail the horrible practices of endangered species poaching and environmental degradation. McClarey seeks to take out some powerful men who are wreaking havoc on the environment and cash out on the bounty placed on their heads by the mysterious John Solomon. Solomon is an extraordinarily wealthy and successful cannabis producer and exporter. He uses his wealth and influence to fund charities, create political change, and take down forces trying to ruin the environment with greed.

My favorite part of this book was the intricacy of the plot that McClarey uses to try to take down the Leopard, the leader of a poaching ring that is devastating Eastern Africa. McClarey and his crew of trustworthy do-gooders assemble to infiltrate the poaching ring in Kenya through a series of covert operations. McClarey must navigate through a series of life-threatening obstacles while braving the dangerous wilderness of Kenya to reach the Leopard's lair. I could not peel myself away from the book during this intense portion of the plot. I found myself overwhelmed by the thankfulness of the native tribe, the Bantus, held captive by the Leopard and his violent gang, forced to kill endangered animals and ravage their homeland as they risked their lives to revolt and help McClarey on his mission. Can McClarey and his mates take out the Leopard and subsequent targets? Will Soloman follow through with his generous bounty if McClarey is successful? Read Poaching the Poachers: The Key to GREED to find out!

My only dislike of this book was the length and complicated nature of the plot. There are four parts to this book, and each part has different minor characters and plot points. I found the first portion relatively confusing as the author introduced several characters through the first few chapters. However, readers who enjoy longer books and more complicated plots will love this book. I appreciate that the author provided background information for the significant characters in this book, which helped explain their mentalities in the plot. Additionally, I found more than ten errors within the book, which increased the difficulty of this book and indicates further editing is required.

I recommend this book to readers who enjoy action plots and thrillers. This book has some violent scenes and is not suitable for young readers. There are overt political themes in this book. The author appears to tailor more to the Libertarian viewpoint and references current political players and scenarios. Readers interested in uncovering the current hypocritical nature of politics and our leaders will enjoy the author's tone in this book. I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. I take one point off for the incomplete editing and the length and complexity of this book, as the plot would be perfect to split into multiple books following McClarey and his adventures.

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[Amy Luman]

This sounds like a very intricate book that requires a lot of concentration. Normally this is considered unnecessary by me as I like to read solely for entertainment, but the plight of these endangered animals and their rescuers (McClarey and his team) inspired me. Thanks!

[Yasmine Zaki Muhieddine]

It seems to me that this a thriller full of adventure. The kind of book that you don't want to put down. I like the idea of poaching the poachers. Solomon is an intelligent person with a good heart (and wealth). I will add this book to my shelves with the hope that the many characters and plots don't get confusing. Thank you for your review, I find that you presented the book very well.

[NetMassimo]

Sometimes, too much complexity in a plot can be discouraging and confusing but I understand that an international trade that crosses over countries where animal parts are smuggled and other countries where their trade is legal can make things complex. Poaching is pushing entire species to extinction with bad consequences on ecosysems so that rich people can have trophies and idiots can have what they believe is some kind of medicine. Thank you for your great review!

[Louis Donald]

The action-packed plot and McClarey’s mission to stop poachers really grabbed my attention. The intensity of the Kenya scenes and the involvement of the native tribe sound compelling, though I’m not sure if I’d be up for the complexity and length of the story. I’d probably read it, but the editing issues and the intricate plot might make it a bit challenging for me.

[Pearl Flourish]

“Poaching the Poachers: The Key to GREED” by David A. Glenn offers a gripping narrative that intertwines high-stakes action with pressing environmental issues. The protagonist, Shane McClarey, embarks on perilous missions to combat wildlife poaching and environmental degradation, reflecting a deep commitment to conservation. While the plot is intricate and spans multiple parts, which may be challenging for some readers, the detailed character backgrounds enrich the storytelling. However, the presence of more than ten errors suggests that further editing could enhance the reading experience. Overall, it’s a compelling read for those interested in action-packed thrillers with a focus on environmental activism.

[Julia Begeman]

This sounds like a really interesting book. Incomplete editing can be really frustrating, but it sounds like in this case it's worthwhile to look past that to the story that is unfolding

[George Bastem]

I think this book has a lot of potential with its action-packed plot, though it does seem a bit complex and lengthy according to what I was from the review. I might consider reading it still.