Review: #278
Title: Red Centre
Series: Alpha Force - 5th book
Author: Chris Ryan
Read Before: yes
My Comments: An excellent novel. Basically, most of the book takes place around a hostage siege, and that part was suspenseful. The beginning was strong (although how the protagonist recognised the terrorist and was so certain might be stretching it a tiny bit), and it keeps a brisk pace. There’s barely a dull moment, and all the time, you’re left wondering what is going to happen next. I love how the author incorporated elements of survival here; it makes for a very interesting read. Plus, most, if not all, is probably real actions that you would take in situations such as those mentioned. Once the siege was over and the terrorist escaped, it wasn't as grounded to reality. You see the cold hearted determination of the killer, but we don’t get to see what he is aiming for. What was his objective, where did he want to escape to. There are numerous brutal moments that would temporarily shock you, just when you least expect it.
Rating: 7/10