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75 of 84 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Book For All Occasions, July 4, 2010
This review is from: The Malacca Conspiracy (Paperback)
It's the Fourth of July, and rather fitting that I've just turned the final page of Don Brown's new geopolitical thriller, The Malacca Conspiracy, as the book has a decidedly patriotic feel. With our nation's capital, Washington, DC, as one-quarter of the exotic, landscape quartet along with the far-flung destinations of Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia, Mr. Brown has the reader traveling the globe without ever having to leave the comfort of her bedroom slippers.
And true to form, the rockets glare and the fireworks explode off each page of this novel leaving me satiated, but still wanting more. From reading all five of Mr. Brown's novels, I have discovered that he is the master of the plot, moving the story along seamlessly with grace and detail, and the skill of the masters of his time. He had me chomping at the bit to know what was going to happen next.
The book has something for everyone. With a flair for the dramatic and penchant for sniffing out percolating controversy, Don Brown keeps the reader on the edge of his seat. Gentleman readers will love the high-stakes action and the geopolitical implications. Although the author has a knack for seeing the future having predicted the 2008 shooting war between Russia and Georgia in his novel, Black Sea Affair, I hope his crystal ball is on the fritz this time around, and our country is safe from the any of his fictional fireworks.
As for the ladies, don't be fooled by political and military undertones. The author has brought back two popular characters from his first three books in The Navy Justice Series, Zack Brewer and Diane Colcernian, and the sexual tension between the two sizzles like the burgers and dogs on your grill. Happy 4th and enjoy this and all four other Don Brown novels.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Suspenseful, Scary realistic, August 29, 2010
This review is from: The Malacca Conspiracy (Paperback)
On the back cover it says, "Hang on...and hold your breath!" - they weren't kidding!! Action happens from the very first chapter and doesn't stop until the end. I'm grateful to have received a review copy of a book that shows evil trying to take over and the people fighting back the darkness, for the sake of freedom and safety for all.
It took me a few chapters to get into the rhythm of this author's writing technique. Don Brown's style keeps the reader engaged and has them on track by noting the location a scene taking place. For example, it might say 'Rasa Sentosa Resort, Sentosa Island, Singapore 11:16a.m.', which helps make sure the reader's mind is set for the situation ahead.
This author masterfully weaves together a chilling, action adventure story told from a panorama of different points of view. I was astounded at how Don Brown wrote all these scenes from different parts of the world and kept it all on track. It was like watching a movie and having it smoothly pan from one event to the next, connecting them all seamlessly. I loved it!
This author shows evil being unleashed on this planet by people who would do unimaginable things to themselves, and others to achieve their goal! Most of these deeds are unbelievable to our way of thinking and were quite disturbing to read. Don Brown served five years in the U.S. Navy and "gained an exceptional vantage point of both Navy and the inner workings of 'inside-the-beltway' political operations as an action officer assigned to the Pentagon." This explains his insider point of view and how he took the reader behind closed doors in meetings with the President and the Security Council, while planning the next military action.
Don lays out a terrorist attack, a surprise to many, and a global nightmare for all. What does it look like when a mad man takes power and has several nuclear war heads at his disposal, then starts making demands?
Don Brown brings back two of his favorite characters from The Navy Justice series, Zack Brewer and Diane Colcernian, to help catch the person masterminding these attacks at sea. Zack and Diane are sent to the front lines to gather clues in helping catch the evil doer and uncover where the next attack would take place.
Robert Molster - N.Y. Merchantile exchange, is contacted as an adviser for any unusual activity at the stock exchange market that might shed light on the group behind these brutal attacks. Robert's documents show how one sect made $40 billion overnight. "They could buy a ton of nuclear weapons for forty billion...if somebody was willing to sell...my guess is for that kind of money, they could find a seller!" It was scary and fascinating how the stock market could be manipulated and used to fund terrorist attacks.
Also, it was intriguing, and a little scary, to read how information is gathered and told to the president and his counsel, so they can come up with a counter-attack. This author has a believer in the White House.
Mark Williams is president and the bible verse he is standing on is in Philippians, "anxious about nothing, but in all things bring your petitions and requests to God. And the peace of God, that passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus."
He addresses the nation and says, "Islamo-fascists may have temporarily bruised us, evil cannot, and shall not, ever quench the heart and the spirit of America. We are grateful to God almighty that we still live as a nation."
Don Brown has a gift for getting into the skin of whoever's point of view he's writing from. I was drawn into all the scenes he wrote about, even he minor ones. It's amazing how our military has to be on alert 24/7, trained to look at things differently than you and I do. I also understood why things are kept top secret and current info isn't broadcast on the nightly news. There would be so much panic and people would be paranoid of everyone around them, it would create such havoc. It was unnerving how many years the evil ones planned their attacks. And, sleepers are activated by a phone call to perform the evil task at hand.
This novel was one thrill ride full of action, suspense, drama and some romance. It was definitely entertaining and scary to think how many of these things could happen in current time. It also reminded me to pray more for our military, the people that run our country and for our President. This was a book that made you think and appreciate our government and our military, and to get on our knees to pray for our nation. I can't wait to read another book by this master storyteller.
Nora St.Laurent
The Book Club Network [...]
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Page Turner!, August 12, 2010
I mistakenly ordered this book thinking that it was by Dan Brown, author of the Da Vinci Code, only to find out that it was DON BROWN. Since I had already ordered it I decided to read it & WOW! All that I can say is be prepared to go to work feeling tired because you are not going to be able to put this away at night. ENJOY. It's worth every penny. DAN Brown has some competition...
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