A review by markhodderauthor
First Blood by David Morrell

5.0

RAMBO!!! And THIS is how to write an action novel. The conflict is set out in the first paragraph and, from that point on, the pressure ramps up without a pause. Subtle touches of pathos provide just the right amount of depth amid the gunshots, explosions, and VERY high body count, but essentially this is the story of two men spiralling out of control, brilliantly portraying their groping justifications for insane acts of violence. Superb!