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gossamerwingedgazelle's review against another edition
4.0
Good, although I felt distinctly uncomfortable about the male lead. Guys with serious problems do not make good partners, usually, and a wonderful woman can _not_ fix their problems with love.
veraann's review against another edition
5.0
Troubleshooters Series Book #7
This one is a change from the other books. It is set with the same "world" of people, but it focuses on some brand new characters. At first I was thrown and thinking, where are the characters Ive grown to love and know? But not too far into it, it pulls me into these new characters. There is Tom who makes it so I feel assured I will see my old favorites again at some point in this series.
Loved the new characters, they were wonderful. It was a great transitioning book for the series, since at this point they are no longer the SEALS team, but their own agency.
This one is a change from the other books. It is set with the same "world" of people, but it focuses on some brand new characters. At first I was thrown and thinking, where are the characters Ive grown to love and know? But not too far into it, it pulls me into these new characters. There is Tom who makes it so I feel assured I will see my old favorites again at some point in this series.
Loved the new characters, they were wonderful. It was a great transitioning book for the series, since at this point they are no longer the SEALS team, but their own agency.
mbedrosian's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
dayna_hart's review against another edition
5.0
I love Suzanne Brockmann. I hit a rough patch, felt blue, and read all the books of hers I had on hand. Highly recommended. She's fab :)
mrs_rebadon's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
jazzrizz's review against another edition
5.0
I'm reading these faster than I can get them from the library!
I wasn't sure how I'd feel with the switch from Seal Team Sixteen to Troubleshooters, Inc. ... but I really enjoyed this story.
I loved Nash and Tess was just plain awesome.
I wasn't sure how I'd feel with the switch from Seal Team Sixteen to Troubleshooters, Inc. ... but I really enjoyed this story.
I loved Nash and Tess was just plain awesome.
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Flashpoint
4 Stars
Former Agency operatives Jimmy Nash, Lawrence Decker and Tess Bailey are recruited by Tom Paolett's new private security company, Troubleshooters, Inc. Their mission, should they choose to accept it, is to recover an Al-Quaeda terrorist's laptop. The catch - the laptop is in Kazbekistan, which has recently been ravaged by a devastating earthquake. Cut off from communications and in a country in which human rights are a long forgotten luxury, Nash and Tess, must put aside their fraught history and rely on each other's skills if they, and their team, are to survive.
Brockmann returns to basics with this installment, which introduces a completely new cast of characters alongside one or two familiar faces. While I was initially skeptical about the shift in focus away from Team 16, the gritty setting, compelling plot, and detailed characterization make this series reboot a success.
The infiltration into post-disaster Kazbekistan sets the stage for an intense and suspenseful quest as the team faces not only the obstacles resulting from the destruction left in the wake of the earthquake, but also the danger posed by being American agents in a strict theocracy ruled by avaricious, corrupt, and misogynistic warlords. The atmospheric setting adds another layer of tension to both the mission and the romance.
Unlike the previous books with their multiple storylines, Flashpoint centers on one thread and one romantic relationship even though the events are presented from several POVs. The search for the missing laptop unfolds slowly but surely as the story progresses, and Brockmann's descriptions of the action-packed climactic scenes are riveting.
The character development is the highlight of the book. The strength of the bond of brotherhood between team leader, Deck, and his longtime partner, Nash, is apparent from the outset, and their loyalty to one another rivals that of the members of Team 16. Likewise, the connection between Nash and Tess is palpable. They have excellent chemistry as they try, without much success, to keep their hands off one another. However, it is actually Sophia Ghaffari who evokes the strongest reactions as her courage, resilience, and spirit are simply incredible. One cannot help but respect and root for such a formidable woman.
In sum, an entertaining addition to the series that creates exciting new opportunities and directions for characters both old and new.
4 Stars
Former Agency operatives Jimmy Nash, Lawrence Decker and Tess Bailey are recruited by Tom Paolett's new private security company, Troubleshooters, Inc. Their mission, should they choose to accept it, is to recover an Al-Quaeda terrorist's laptop. The catch - the laptop is in Kazbekistan, which has recently been ravaged by a devastating earthquake. Cut off from communications and in a country in which human rights are a long forgotten luxury, Nash and Tess, must put aside their fraught history and rely on each other's skills if they, and their team, are to survive.
Brockmann returns to basics with this installment, which introduces a completely new cast of characters alongside one or two familiar faces. While I was initially skeptical about the shift in focus away from Team 16, the gritty setting, compelling plot, and detailed characterization make this series reboot a success.
The infiltration into post-disaster Kazbekistan sets the stage for an intense and suspenseful quest as the team faces not only the obstacles resulting from the destruction left in the wake of the earthquake, but also the danger posed by being American agents in a strict theocracy ruled by avaricious, corrupt, and misogynistic warlords. The atmospheric setting adds another layer of tension to both the mission and the romance.
Unlike the previous books with their multiple storylines, Flashpoint centers on one thread and one romantic relationship even though the events are presented from several POVs. The search for the missing laptop unfolds slowly but surely as the story progresses, and Brockmann's descriptions of the action-packed climactic scenes are riveting.
The character development is the highlight of the book. The strength of the bond of brotherhood between team leader, Deck, and his longtime partner, Nash, is apparent from the outset, and their loyalty to one another rivals that of the members of Team 16. Likewise, the connection between Nash and Tess is palpable. They have excellent chemistry as they try, without much success, to keep their hands off one another. However, it is actually Sophia Ghaffari who evokes the strongest reactions as her courage, resilience, and spirit are simply incredible. One cannot help but respect and root for such a formidable woman.
In sum, an entertaining addition to the series that creates exciting new opportunities and directions for characters both old and new.
evildevilfish's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
sandylovesbooks's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this one. It had all new people in the story. Troubleshooters Inc. is the new set up for Tom since he is out of the military. The story was good and I liked the characters.