Rules of Deception
by Christopher Reich
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Book Reviews of Rules of Deception
Book Review: Had me until the last 1/4.
Summary: 2 Stars
What a great premise and most of the book was up there in terms of thrillers and suspense way beyond the current drivel of unending and uninspired stories of templars, secret codes in archaeological digs, and ancient conspiracies that will serve to end the world today. There are multiple stories going on that are entwined and you can't read fast enough to see the resolution. But, and it's a big "but", the plot twist is ridiculous and the explanation behind it is almost an afterthought. The last 1/4 of the book is a speedy exercise in messy and convenient coincidences...I was disappointed enough to make me seriously consider if I would read the next book from Mr. Reich. It really could've been a great one but ended up flat.Book Review: Loved Reading This Book!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have truly enjoyed reading this book, even though I am generally not a reader of fiction. This book was full of surprises at every turn and kept you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next. Very fast moving and I also enjoyed the fact that even though there were numerous characters and places, etc. to keep track of (which I sometimes have problems with in a story), this author wrote in such a way that I was able to keep up with everyone and their part quite easily, which was a nice surprise for me. Was also very surprised at the ending too; did not expect it to end the way it did. Would recommend this book highly.Book Review: Be careful with this one
Summary: 2 Stars
The book is an easy read. The quick chapters make it easy to follow. Pretty standard stuff, nothing that sets this book apart from many others. My only concern was the use of a Christian to take the role of the current Iranian President to bring about the "end of the world" by attacking/destroying either Israel or Iran. Author obviously has some personal religious issues that he uses this novel to display. Unfortunate that once again the media, in this case, this book, are used to disparage religious beliefs. Sure there are zealots on both sides. But to make it the main focus of a book. Personally, I was offended.Book Review: Great Thriller
Summary: 5 Stars
Following the death of his wife in a mountaineering accident, Dr. Jonathan Ransom, a surgeon for Doctors Without Borders, receives a mysterious message that makes him the subject of an international manhunt and the target of an assassin as he struggles to unravel the truth behind his wife's secrets and a terrifying global conspiracy.
This one has everthing you come to expect from an international thriller. Suspense that's intricately plotted (A little too intricate at times, but I recovered :) and paced such that you'll rush to the end. A fine effort by Mr. Reich that will please all fans of this genre.
Book Review: This is a keeper!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I hadn't read a Christopher Reich novel in a while and this one quickly reminded me as to what an entertaining and accomplished writer he is. The story quickly drags you inside the covers of the book and keeps things churning as Jonathan Ransom is drawn deeper and deeper into a mystery that was not of his making.
Things are seldom what they seem in this story of intrigue and mystery and sorting out the threats and the realities is as challenging to the reader as it is to him.
You will have a difficult time putting this one down. The Rules of Deception is a keeper.