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Summary: Estimable effort from a writer to watch
Review: Joel Rosenberg, a political columnist for World magazine, has written quite an amazing first novel.One of the interesting things about it is that it proves evangelical Christians can write international thrillers and get published by New York publishers if their stories are strong enough. And this one is. Rosenberg, not really a Washington "insider," nevertheless either knows enough about Beltway affairs or has done his research sufficiently to render the world of Washington in all its tawdry splender very effectively. The author also writes quite astonishing action scenes, e.g., the opening sequence where a Gulfstream G4 crashes into the President's limo, the shootout in the former top Mossad agent's house in Jerusalem, and the sniper sequence prior to the memorial service for the secret service agents. Not everything works optimally. I felt the main character's expertise--the ability to see patterns in the most obscure details, put them together, and forcast events--could've been more effectively used in the last half of the book. Also, there's not a whole lot of chemistry between the hero and his purported love interest. But these are quibbles. All in all, it's a fine effort.
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Summary: A MUST READ
Review: I love this book and can't wait for the next one. Joel Rosenberg is an incredible young writer who really reminds me of Clancy. If you like political thrillers, or just plain action packed novels, this one is for you.
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Summary: Get Ready to Lose Some Sleep
Review: A definite page turner from the start. I loved all of the Washington insight and the intrigueing gadgets along with the captivating story! Saw "Sum of All Fears" and thought that "The Last Jihad" would make a much better movie!
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Summary: A GREAT BOOK
Review: I have one word for this book. Wow! I saw this in the bookstore yesterday, and was caught by the great cover quote by Rush Limbaugh. I instantly started reading the book, and couldn't put it down, so I bought two copies, one for me to finish, and one for my brother. JIHAD really reminds me of Clancy at his best. And it is so relevant to today's headlines -- an airborne terrorist attack on the President, America being forced to do battle with Iraq, and even a sniper in D.C. -- Rosenberg is definitely a writer to watch.
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Summary: Put your To-Do List Away
Review: All other items on your to-do list will have to wait once you being this book. Don't be surprised if you find yourself engrossed from the very beginning..and hold on to your socks from there. No matter what your stance is on terrorism and war in the Middle East you need to read it.
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Summary: Couldn't Put It Down
Review: Let me start by saying, I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys good action and "ripped from the headlines" (I hate that phrase) plots. I don't read alot of fiction but when I do, I love a good political thriller. Rush Limbaugh turned me on to Vince Flynn and I love his books. So when Rush so vehemently praised "The Last Jihad", I thought I'd give it a try. I was a little turned off because A) I thought this guy was trying to capitalize on 9/11 and B) I'm used to Mitch Rapp, Vince Flynn's hero; a real macho terrorist-killing machine. Rosenberg's hero is a...Wall Street strategist?!! Oy Vey! But I have to admit, I LOVE THIS BOOK!! I couldn't put it down and read it in 11 days, a major feat for me. The action is non stop and there is not a wasted scene in the entire book. Rosenberg doesn't bog you down with minute details, and I noted one inaccuracy in a shoot out, but otherwise this book was amazing. I don't read these books for thorough character development and intellectual dialogue. But I enjoyed the characters and the dialogue seemed real to me, but it won't win any literary awards. I just got "The Last Days" and attended a book signing last night. I can't wait to see where this leads.
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Summary: Great Concept - Poor Execution and Research
Review: I was so excited when I read the concept behind this book only to be disappointed by writing defects (the author should have read The Elements of Style) and the apparent lack of an editor (or friend) to check even the simplest facts for accuracy and plausibility.
The actions of world leaders are ridiculous, the action sequences are silly, and sub-plots had no relation to the main story line.
This is truly one of the most disappointing books out there. I won't even go into detail about the advertising and supposed right wing views espoused. I shudder to think that people believe all conservatives have such a radically limited concept of how our world works.
Save your money and time - try a Cussler, Clancy, or Matt Reilly instead.
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Summary: One of the best novels I have read
Review: I am not a big novel reader. I prefer non-fiction, but on the recommendation of Rush I decided to buy it.
The book is excellent- it was tough to put down. Highly recommended!
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Summary: Easy to Review
Review: Picture a Tom Clancy novel, but with 1/2 the depth. Still a good in-depth political/action read, it just doesn't take as long to get into the meat. Of course, there are also less surprises.
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Summary: Ridiculously bad
Review: This has got to be one of the worst books I've ever read. The plot is beyond outlandish, the characters are insipid and without depth, and the ending is so bad I almost cried from laughter. But make no mistake it's not worth reading just to see how absolutely terrible it is, it's more sad and pathetic than it is funny.
I only gave it 1 star because it doesn't let me give it zero.
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