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michellefleming33's review against another edition
5.0
Where do I start?? First of all, I loved this book!
For me, what's NOT to love? RADIATION, Nazi's, technology, quantum physics and mechanics, SIGMA FORCE, action packed goodness, Monk's quips, and of course the possibility of hope for a better tomorrow.
The mutated animals were beyond scary and the fact that we jumped from continent to continent to three different countries had my neck be put in a neck brace after the first three chapters. I also liked the character of Fiona. She was funny. I also like how they brought Painter into the field again. I missed him from behind the desk. I already know what happens in the next book so I want to see what happens!
So much happened in this book! I can't believe we went from dying monks, to bombing castles, to Nazis, to radiation, to quantum physics, to believing in hope and how it can people's lives.
I also like how he leaves the cliffhanger with the "perfect boy who's now a priest that can heal dead birds" at the end. I was like "aw man! that's all he's going to say about him! I wish Gray would've gotten more out of him."
I also like the way that he always ends his books with Gray having some kind of life changing revelation.
I think I've said I've also liked this and this too much.
This was awesome. I am so glad that I have stuck with this series, and since I already read The Judas Strain (it was my first Sigma Force novel!), I will jump right ahead to the next one.
Can't wait to see what else James Rollins can come up with.
For me, what's NOT to love? RADIATION, Nazi's, technology, quantum physics and mechanics, SIGMA FORCE, action packed goodness, Monk's quips, and of course the possibility of hope for a better tomorrow.
The mutated animals were beyond scary and the fact that we jumped from continent to continent to three different countries had my neck be put in a neck brace after the first three chapters. I also liked the character of Fiona. She was funny. I also like how they brought Painter into the field again. I missed him from behind the desk. I already know what happens in the next book so I want to see what happens!
So much happened in this book! I can't believe we went from dying monks, to bombing castles, to Nazis, to radiation, to quantum physics, to believing in hope and how it can people's lives.
I also like how he leaves the cliffhanger with the "perfect boy who's now a priest that can heal dead birds" at the end. I was like "aw man! that's all he's going to say about him! I wish Gray would've gotten more out of him."
I also like the way that he always ends his books with Gray having some kind of life changing revelation.
I think I've said I've also liked this and this too much.
This was awesome. I am so glad that I have stuck with this series, and since I already read The Judas Strain (it was my first Sigma Force novel!), I will jump right ahead to the next one.
Can't wait to see what else James Rollins can come up with.
michelereise's review against another edition
4.0
The third in the Sigma Force series. I did not enjoy this one as much as the first two but it was still a good book with lots of action. James Rollins' writing is consistently well done and his characters are larger than life and keep you interested in their stories. I think I enjoyed this one less because it had three separate stories/side plots that slowly converged into one. I sometimes had to scroll back and refresh on who was doing what.
astrilde's review against another edition
5.0
Without risking giving anything away, really good. Would definitely recommend
thecesspit's review against another edition
1.0
Starts of as spy thriller action romp, and slowly gets worse. Cliches abound, some interesting and bad science, a cryptic message that has a terrible pay off, loose ends that seem to have been put in as the author wasn't sure if he wanted to pick them up or not. In short, a poor example of the genre, spending too much effort being clever and "real" with little time spent on a well paced plot.
Will not be picking up the other "Sigma Force" books.
Will not be picking up the other "Sigma Force" books.
nalani_maria's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
drdash's review against another edition
4.0
James seems to be polishing along the way and so far each book is better then the last. Not significantly better, but each is a step. You can see the series growing. On to the next.
novelesque_life's review against another edition
4.0
I will be doing a reread as I read the series in order this time. I will write a review at that time.
firefly99's review against another edition
4.0
I love Rollins' writing style, and the stories he chooses are all very science-based. His novels are very much "what if" scenarios. This one has a heavy basis in evolution theory, quantum mechanics, and Nazi history. He uses a lot of facts, and builds a story around these facts. If you have some knowledge of the science, his ideas make sense. If you have no science background, the great characters and the fast-paced action are plenty to hold your attention. Black Order is one of his finest, in my opinion. The ideas are so intriguing, and very believable. Excellent book.