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raptorimperator's review against another edition
4.0
I know this took me longer to read than it should, not a reflection on the story, just me being busy and/or getting distracted by other things.
I really approved of the return of the Cotton and Cassiopeia relationship, essentially Berry fixing the mistake (in my opinion) he made in [b:The Lincoln Myth|18310175|The Lincoln Myth (Cotton Malone, #9)|Steve Berry|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1381287326l/18310175._SY75_.jpg|25807235].
The Cold War era history was interesting, especially the spy craft of the KGB. There was also some history (both real and fictional) dating back to the American Revolution and the War of 1812. I always enjoy how Steve Berry merges historical fact and fiction with conspiracy theories/mysteries/secrets from the past that the heroes and villains race to unravel.
The story held enough suspense that I was interested in seeing what happened next. There were some spots that lagged (namely in the middle, as several sets of characters are involved in lengthy global traveling), and sometimes the number of side characters made it feel bloated, when all I wanted was more of Cotton and Cassiopeia racing against the clock, together, to save the day. I liked the ending, and hope the next books in the series keep up with their relationship, even if it's just brushed during the course of the story.
I really approved of the return of the Cotton and Cassiopeia relationship, essentially Berry fixing the mistake (in my opinion) he made in [b:The Lincoln Myth|18310175|The Lincoln Myth (Cotton Malone, #9)|Steve Berry|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1381287326l/18310175._SY75_.jpg|25807235].
The Cold War era history was interesting, especially the spy craft of the KGB. There was also some history (both real and fictional) dating back to the American Revolution and the War of 1812. I always enjoy how Steve Berry merges historical fact and fiction with conspiracy theories/mysteries/secrets from the past that the heroes and villains race to unravel.
The story held enough suspense that I was interested in seeing what happened next. There were some spots that lagged (namely in the middle, as several sets of characters are involved in lengthy global traveling), and sometimes the number of side characters made it feel bloated, when all I wanted was more of Cotton and Cassiopeia racing against the clock, together, to save the day. I liked the ending, and hope the next books in the series keep up with their relationship, even if it's just brushed during the course of the story.
donckrr's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
phunter22's review against another edition
4.0
Better that I expected
I enjoyed this book much more than I thought I would. When I bought it, I only recognized the author but didn't realize this book is so far into the Cotton Malone series. That being said, I would not be opposed to reading more of the series in the future.
I enjoyed this book much more than I thought I would. When I bought it, I only recognized the author but didn't realize this book is so far into the Cotton Malone series. That being said, I would not be opposed to reading more of the series in the future.
maggie56's review against another edition
5.0
Don't remember dates but was last month. I read it in about 2-3 days.
I never thought the author could write a book better than the previous one, but he did. I totally couldn't put it down since the dynamics were moving continuously.
I never thought the author could write a book better than the previous one, but he did. I totally couldn't put it down since the dynamics were moving continuously.
bobbikaye's review against another edition
5.0
Very interesting book. I didn't realize that the US wanted to invade Canada and make it a colony.
inkstained's review against another edition
5.0
I just really love me Cotton Malone. Excellent installment.
jstamper2022's review against another edition
3.0
Easily my least favorite. Really repetitive parts, could easily have been 100 pages shorter. The villains in this story lack complexity. I give 3 stars only because it ties of loose ends from the last book in the series.
blackwaterlilly's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0