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Sixth Fleet #4, The: Cobra: Blood Across the Med

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Capt. Meadows wraps up the Sixth Fleet series with a bang, political skullduggery, military action, a raving ego maniac and main characters innerpersonal conflicts will keep this book in the reader's hands until they meet the back cover. The downside is we have to wait until Igor writes another series, hurry up David.

Please take the time to read CAPT Meadows books. I could say a lot of wonderful things to get you to go out and buy his books, but I believe it would be better to let you know about CAPT Meadows from my own personal experience.

I met Dave (Igor) in 1974. He was a CTI1 (E6) linguist stationed in Athens, and I flew with him over the next 3 years. He was extremely competant, hard working, and very intimidating. Igor stands somewhere in the neighborhood of 6'6". Dave knows the Med better than anyone. He knows the enemy, the tactics, the "game". He's been out there on all the recce aircraft as an aircrewman, been on the ships as a cryptologic direct support rider, and rode the ships as a division officer. He's been on Fleet Staff duty and know's about the integration of fleet sensor information, and how it may affect operations. He's been there and done that. So when you read about the stories, you can really sense what it's like to be in those shoes. Dave knows what he's talking about. Finally, do yourself a favor, go out and read one of his books. He's a raising star in this genre and you won't ever forget his work. He's made a significant difference in the cryptologic community, and I hope that he will continue to influence Naval leadership in the future by writing more. Thanks, Igor!

I just finished reading the last book in Mr. Meadows Sixth Fleet series, "Cobra," and, it was just great. I enjoyed all (4) books in the series, but "Cobra," was without doubt my favorite! I was so lost in the story that I finished reading it in one night. It honestly was that good. I look forward to Navy Captain Meadows next novel with eager anticipation!

In writer Meadows last installment of 'The Sixth Fleet Series' "COBRA" the reader is quickly drawn into the plot of the story from page one on in this 'MUST READ' military suspense novel.

Navy Seals are sent on a mission to rescue hostages being held in Algeria, but when they uncover a secret weapon of unthinkable power their new mission suddenly becomes to save the world...

"COBRA" is an exciting ending to an incredible four-book series by David Meadows you don't want to miss!

John Savoy
Savoy International
Motion Pictures Inc.

In the rising genre of military techno thriller, CAPT. David E. Meadows rises to the top. I have not read the first three books in this series, but "Cobra" is a blood curdling introduction to the madness of radical terrorists and a brilliant testimony to the true bravery of men and women-in this case Americans but we can add in all coalition military forces-put in harm's way defending humanity and our right to freedom. Capt. Meadows has the advantage of an unprecedented background in sea duty, and as a political and military insider serving on the Joint Chiefs of Staff, his fictional scenarios take on a frightening reality of a world most readers never know. Though "Cobra" is set in the future, it could be the story of what is happening right now. All the players are there-North Korea and just substitute Iraq for Algiers-and the threat of mass destruction with biochemical weapons. His characters also demonstrate why we will win the war against terrorism because the bonding between our defenders of the peace manifests a dedication and faith in each other that terrorists, who lead by fear, can never defeat. Whether you are a military person or just a plain civilian, this book grabs you and won't let you put it down until the last word.

Navy Captain, David Meadows, certainly saved the best book for the end to his navy thriller series! I was spellbound until the end of the book. After reading this series I became a huge fan of this writer and I look forward to the release of his next book. I understand that his new book will be out in September and that too is going to be a series. That makes me happy! I can hardly wait!!!

David Meadows is clearly the Tom Clancy of the new century. His knowledge of the Sixth Fleet and the countries of the Med is clearly evident on every page! Moreover, his characters are realistic three dimensional folks that draw you into the story. I am a Navy Reservist and I found these books impossible to put down. I highly recommend the Sixth Fleet series and his new Joint Task Force series to anyone who likes a great, action packed military story!

This is definately one book by David Meadows you do not want to miss! Exciting, thrilling, a real page turner!

Captain Meadows finishes his four book series of Sixth Fleet in great style. Cobra is the final book in which we see continued political maneuvering by the US president and his cabinet. We also see how the European Union's relationship to NATO and us may turn out in 30 to 40 years. Set in the near future, this series has been an eye opener and warning to those that believe the US world power is a permanent thing. We have to stay vigilant and modernized to keep our position.

In Cobra, we see how the military has been left hanging and working with old equipment and outdated tactics. This series is a wake up call to us all.

As far, the story it wraps things up nicely and very realistically. I enjoyed seeing the return of Captain James Duncan and his Seal team. In addition, we see how the leadership of an Army General of a Joint Task Force of primarily Marines and Navy works out.

The only complaint I can think of is that the attempt to work Al Qaida into the script was a little tough and the references to 9/11 and the biological attacks. I understand the books were written prior to this life changing event and this was to keep the books relevant, but the story is suppose to take place 30 to 40 years later and the reference seem s a bit awkward considering the time and events that should have happened since.

Other than that this book is top shelf and pays due respect to the rest of the Sixth Fleet series. Captain Meadows honors all men and women serving in uniform.