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Jordan Sandor #2
Targets of Opportunity
In Targets of Deception, which suspense master Robert K. Tanenbaum called “a fast-paced thriller,” Jeffrey Stephens introduced CIA agent Jordan Sandor, whom bestselling author Steve Alten praised as “terrific.” Now Sandor is back, playing for bigger stakes and facing deadlier challenges.
Whisked from his Manhattan town house to a gabled CIA safe house in Virginia, Sandor faces off with a top terrorist agent from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. In exchange for protection from his own side, Ahmad Jaber is offering the CIA explosive word of a secret, unholy alliance forged among operatives in the Middle East, a ruthless South American, and Kim Jong-Il’s North Korea. Jaber claims not to know specific details, only that the strike will target the heart of America.
The fanatics stage a stunning diversion in the Caribbean, mercilessly downing a passenger jet and unleashing an assault on a French intelligence installation. Sandor, however, has already moved in a different direction. Leveraging Jaber’s infor-mation, he assembles a small strike force to penetrate North Korea. The team knows they will not all return, but the intel they gather will be vital to American security. What they ultimately discover plunges Sandor into a frantic race against time, struggling to defeat a shadowy figure—a master terrorist with a plan of destruction so perfectly disguised that even with the new knowledge he has gathered, Sandor cannot guess where or how he will strike.
As a storm rages in the Gulf of Mexico, word comes that two submarines have penetrated U.S. waters. With the U.S. military hampered by the hurricane, Sandor turns to a few daring U.S. Navy SEALs to duel with the enemy they cannot see . . . for now they know only that there are two nuclear weapons aimed at a target of opportunity whose destruction would change the world order forever.
Brilliantly conceived, electrifyingly paced, Targets of Opportunity captures a terrifying twenty-first century terrorists can—and will—try as many times as they need to attack the United States. For the brave men and women who defend our country, failure is not an option.
Whisked from his Manhattan town house to a gabled CIA safe house in Virginia, Sandor faces off with a top terrorist agent from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard. In exchange for protection from his own side, Ahmad Jaber is offering the CIA explosive word of a secret, unholy alliance forged among operatives in the Middle East, a ruthless South American, and Kim Jong-Il’s North Korea. Jaber claims not to know specific details, only that the strike will target the heart of America.
The fanatics stage a stunning diversion in the Caribbean, mercilessly downing a passenger jet and unleashing an assault on a French intelligence installation. Sandor, however, has already moved in a different direction. Leveraging Jaber’s infor-mation, he assembles a small strike force to penetrate North Korea. The team knows they will not all return, but the intel they gather will be vital to American security. What they ultimately discover plunges Sandor into a frantic race against time, struggling to defeat a shadowy figure—a master terrorist with a plan of destruction so perfectly disguised that even with the new knowledge he has gathered, Sandor cannot guess where or how he will strike.
As a storm rages in the Gulf of Mexico, word comes that two submarines have penetrated U.S. waters. With the U.S. military hampered by the hurricane, Sandor turns to a few daring U.S. Navy SEALs to duel with the enemy they cannot see . . . for now they know only that there are two nuclear weapons aimed at a target of opportunity whose destruction would change the world order forever.
Brilliantly conceived, electrifyingly paced, Targets of Opportunity captures a terrifying twenty-first century terrorists can—and will—try as many times as they need to attack the United States. For the brave men and women who defend our country, failure is not an option.
434 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 1, 2006
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Jeffrey S. Stephens
10 books739 followersJeffrey Stephens is the Amazon best-selling and PenCraft award-winning author of the Jordan Sandor thrillers, TARGETS OF DECEPTION, TARGETS OF OPPORTUNITY, TARGETS OF REVENGE and ROGUE MISSION; the Anthony Walker murder mystery CRIMES AND PASSION; the Pencraft First Place Award winning novel, FOOL’S ERRAND; and the first Nicholas Reagan thriller, THE HANDLER.
A native of New York City, the author is a successful attorney in private practice, admitted in both in New York and Connecticut, who has lived for more than forty years in Greenwich, which is where he and his wife Nancy raised their two sons, Graham and Trevor.
A native of New York City, the author is a successful attorney in private practice, admitted in both in New York and Connecticut, who has lived for more than forty years in Greenwich, which is where he and his wife Nancy raised their two sons, Graham and Trevor.
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May 22, 2024
A real thriller. This is my first Jordan Sandor book and I really enjoyed. There is an entire genre now of these "super" heroes who are either CIA or former CIA and are now doing black-ops. In my opinion Ludlum was the best, and the one who made this type of book famous. Vince Flynn's Mitch Rapp is also a similar type of personality. The writers who continued Ludlum's Jason Bourne series did not do it justice. I look forward to readin more from Jeffrey Stephens.
March 21, 2018
When I saw that one of the bylines on the back of this book said “Move over Jason Bourne, I want Jordan Sandor”, I knew I had to give this novel a try. What a great choice that turned out to be. Stephens’ sophomore novel in the Jordan Sandor series carries us around the globe, visiting Iran, North Korea, St. Barthelemy, Washington D.C., and the Gulf of Mexico all in hot pursuit of a terrorist cell that poses a grave threat to the US. It’s a quick and exciting read that made my pulse quicken and rapidly turn the pages. I’ll definitely add Stephens to my list of authors to follow-up and read more of!
We are first introduced to Jordan Sandor after a series of events leads to the defection of a leading terrorist of the IRGC (Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps), Ahmad Jabar. Having had previous dealings with Jabar, Sandor is brought in to question him and learn more about what Jabar has to offer in return for political asylum. Moving on information from Jabar, as well as a highly placed agent in the DPRK (North Korea), Jordan and a crack team of three additional special forces agents infiltrate the DPRK to learn as much as they can about a suspected terror pact between North Korea and Venezuela. After a particularly rough time in the country, Sandor barely makes it out in time to discover that the wheels are already in motion for a deadly plot to attack American soil, spearheaded by a Venezuelan named Adina. To make matters worse, two of Sandor’s men remain under capture in North Korea, and a female North Korean agent who aided him is now at risk after Sandor was forced to escape the country with her. Will Sandor be able to attack all of these problems before it’s too late?
I love a good spy novel just as much as the next guy, but what I really enjoyed about Stephens work is the great attention to technical detail as well as the political discussion that he interjects into his work. You get a sense that he has throughly researched all the weapons, armaments, and other details that make the book great. His understanding of the diplomatic relations between North Korea and the rest of the world is thought-provoking, and his character Sandor is an awesome way to introduce some good old-fashioned badass attitude into the normally complex and not always fair relations that exist between the United States and countries known to harbor terrorists within their borders. All in all, Sandor is definitely a man you would want in your corner, and he always seems to say the things that one would want to say but would never have the guts to do so. James Bond-like comparisons aside, he does enjoy a good martini, but does specify that the only ingredients other than Grey Goose are a twist of lemon and a few shavings of ice. Nice. So, if you’re in the mood for a good international chase around the globe without leaving the comfort of your living room, give this a try. They don’t come any more badass than Jordan Sandor.
Todd (Reflections of a Book Addict)
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We are first introduced to Jordan Sandor after a series of events leads to the defection of a leading terrorist of the IRGC (Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps), Ahmad Jabar. Having had previous dealings with Jabar, Sandor is brought in to question him and learn more about what Jabar has to offer in return for political asylum. Moving on information from Jabar, as well as a highly placed agent in the DPRK (North Korea), Jordan and a crack team of three additional special forces agents infiltrate the DPRK to learn as much as they can about a suspected terror pact between North Korea and Venezuela. After a particularly rough time in the country, Sandor barely makes it out in time to discover that the wheels are already in motion for a deadly plot to attack American soil, spearheaded by a Venezuelan named Adina. To make matters worse, two of Sandor’s men remain under capture in North Korea, and a female North Korean agent who aided him is now at risk after Sandor was forced to escape the country with her. Will Sandor be able to attack all of these problems before it’s too late?
I love a good spy novel just as much as the next guy, but what I really enjoyed about Stephens work is the great attention to technical detail as well as the political discussion that he interjects into his work. You get a sense that he has throughly researched all the weapons, armaments, and other details that make the book great. His understanding of the diplomatic relations between North Korea and the rest of the world is thought-provoking, and his character Sandor is an awesome way to introduce some good old-fashioned badass attitude into the normally complex and not always fair relations that exist between the United States and countries known to harbor terrorists within their borders. All in all, Sandor is definitely a man you would want in your corner, and he always seems to say the things that one would want to say but would never have the guts to do so. James Bond-like comparisons aside, he does enjoy a good martini, but does specify that the only ingredients other than Grey Goose are a twist of lemon and a few shavings of ice. Nice. So, if you’re in the mood for a good international chase around the globe without leaving the comfort of your living room, give this a try. They don’t come any more badass than Jordan Sandor.
Todd (Reflections of a Book Addict)
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February 12, 2015
Loved it; loved it! When some secret alliances are being formed, CIA agent Sandor of on the job. Sandor sneaks into North Korea on a mission to discover knowledge of an attack against the USA. All sorts of things begin to happen. This is a real page turner of a book!
February 19, 2021
another fantastic action thriller. i always like when the antagonist are smart and plan meticulously and execute it with ruthlessness. so many diversions and not knowing what is the final target and maintaining that suspense, just kept me gripped till the very end..
October 23, 2024
Great continuation of the first book. This is an exciting series
December 19, 2014
Teaser: "If he doesn't give us everything he has, and I mean right now, then all deals are off." "Understood." "You tell him from me, if he screws with us I'll feed him to Jordan Sandor, one piece at a time."
Stephens takes current events, mixes them with common thriller and suspense tropes and ends up with a fast paced political thriller that will keep you engrossed to the end. He shows us events from the perspectives of the book's hero, Sandor; the defector whom Sandor hates but must now deal with, Jaber; and the mastermind of the events, Adina. Adina and Jaber are better fleshed out while Sandor is more of a cardboard thriller hero - rogue and rule breaker, check; ladies man, check; only man who can save the world, check; a loner, check; a true blue American patriot who sees the world in only black and white. There's not a lot of depth to his character. Sandor, like most political thriller heroes (or even other thrillers) is the type of hero who works hard, plays hard, and lives life to the fullest. He's loyal to his country, right or wrong, and his men, and would willingly sacrifice his own life to save theirs.
Adina started as an idealist, he believed in his causes, but that slowly changed over time. Now, he delights in causing mayhem to his enemies and firmly believes that might makes right. He despises the materialism of Western society while indulging himself in it; he acknowledges his hypocrisy but doesn't care. He is also a master at manipulating events and people and though he's a careful planner, he is able to adjust rapidly when circumstances demand it.
I have to say that I actually sort of liked Jaber. He's a terrorist, and proud of it but Stephens takes us deeper. I wish he had done that with Sandor. Adina is in the middle, more developed than Sandor but less so than Jaber. Anyway, we spend time in Jaber's head and also see his genuine feelings for his country, his religion and his wife. I even, at times, understood why he did what he did while disagreeing with his actions. Stephens presents him in a sympathetic light while never letting us forget the atrocities that he committed.
Stephens spins out the story a bit at a time, never completely revealing what's going on but unveiling the details, and the twists and turns, so that most of the time, we learn what's going on at the same time that Sandor and his associates do. This despite the fact that we spend part of the book in Adina's head. Stephens is careful to not reveal anything before he's ready for us to know it but it never feels like he's straining to hide anything. The plot is complicated and a bit over-the-top but it also felt scarily real. The story is fast paced, there's a lot going on, and with all of the twists and turns and secondary characters, I sometimes felt that I needed a scorecard. It's definitely not a book to read in fits and starts like I did. It's best read in a few sittings.
About one hundred pages into the story I was wondering how on earth the book was going to stretch out to over four hundred pages, things were going so fast. I was worried that Stephens might pad it and unnecessarily stretch it out. Instead, the book's length comes from the twists and turns and the details that Stephens sprinkles here and there. It could have a bit of trimming towards the end, but otherwise it's length
I received this hardcover from the publisher for review.
Stephens takes current events, mixes them with common thriller and suspense tropes and ends up with a fast paced political thriller that will keep you engrossed to the end. He shows us events from the perspectives of the book's hero, Sandor; the defector whom Sandor hates but must now deal with, Jaber; and the mastermind of the events, Adina. Adina and Jaber are better fleshed out while Sandor is more of a cardboard thriller hero - rogue and rule breaker, check; ladies man, check; only man who can save the world, check; a loner, check; a true blue American patriot who sees the world in only black and white. There's not a lot of depth to his character. Sandor, like most political thriller heroes (or even other thrillers) is the type of hero who works hard, plays hard, and lives life to the fullest. He's loyal to his country, right or wrong, and his men, and would willingly sacrifice his own life to save theirs.
Adina started as an idealist, he believed in his causes, but that slowly changed over time. Now, he delights in causing mayhem to his enemies and firmly believes that might makes right. He despises the materialism of Western society while indulging himself in it; he acknowledges his hypocrisy but doesn't care. He is also a master at manipulating events and people and though he's a careful planner, he is able to adjust rapidly when circumstances demand it.
I have to say that I actually sort of liked Jaber. He's a terrorist, and proud of it but Stephens takes us deeper. I wish he had done that with Sandor. Adina is in the middle, more developed than Sandor but less so than Jaber. Anyway, we spend time in Jaber's head and also see his genuine feelings for his country, his religion and his wife. I even, at times, understood why he did what he did while disagreeing with his actions. Stephens presents him in a sympathetic light while never letting us forget the atrocities that he committed.
Stephens spins out the story a bit at a time, never completely revealing what's going on but unveiling the details, and the twists and turns, so that most of the time, we learn what's going on at the same time that Sandor and his associates do. This despite the fact that we spend part of the book in Adina's head. Stephens is careful to not reveal anything before he's ready for us to know it but it never feels like he's straining to hide anything. The plot is complicated and a bit over-the-top but it also felt scarily real. The story is fast paced, there's a lot going on, and with all of the twists and turns and secondary characters, I sometimes felt that I needed a scorecard. It's definitely not a book to read in fits and starts like I did. It's best read in a few sittings.
About one hundred pages into the story I was wondering how on earth the book was going to stretch out to over four hundred pages, things were going so fast. I was worried that Stephens might pad it and unnecessarily stretch it out. Instead, the book's length comes from the twists and turns and the details that Stephens sprinkles here and there. It could have a bit of trimming towards the end, but otherwise it's length
I received this hardcover from the publisher for review.
September 22, 2011
"Ahmad Jaber? Why would we believe a single thing that @sshole has to say?"
"Good question," Sandor admitted,"and I don't have a good answer, except to tell you that he's left his country and family and surrendered to us. His house has been blown to bits and the Intel network has him as a probable casualty in the explosion. That means, as far as everyone else is concerned, it appears he's dead. If he's lying to us, that appearance could become reality very quickly."
Ahmad Jaber is the enemy. He's a high ranking operative of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), or at least was until he defected. Seeking asylum he tells the tale of three countries seemingly acting in tandem. Jabor had been contacted by one of his proteges, Syed, about an assignment that didn't feel quite right to him. After hearing what Syed knew, Jabor agreed something was amiss. Figuring Syed was probably followed, Jabor knew there was a good possibility his own life had been put in jeopardy. When the men whom Syed worked for came calling in the middle of the night to assassinate him, he had an escape plan already set in motion.
With precious little to go on, finding information will be like trying to find a needle in a haystack. On what is more likely than not a suicide mission, Jordan Sandor and his team will attempt to extract information from North Korea that can either confirm or disprove Jaber's claim. Getting in won't be a problem getting out with the information will be next to impossible. If Jaber's lying the team may die for nothing, but if he's telling the truth, countless lives could potentially be saved and no one wants another 911. What is known is that Korea and a country in South America, most likely Venezuela, along with some Israelis are potentially plotting an attack on the US. The target and details are unknown. The only thing they have to go on are the players. Luckily, they have a contact who could possibly get them more information. That's where Sandor and his team comes in to play.
I loved the fast pace of the book. The reader gets to see from both perspective what is happening. Just like those hired to conduct the attack, however, we don't get the full picture only pieces until the end. The book is well written and I didn't feel lost in a sea of acronyms as I have with similar books.
Sandor is the type of man who works hard, plays hard, and lives life to the fullest because each day could be his last. He's loyal to his country and men, and would sacrifice his own life to save theirs. He takes each loss personally and does his best to alleviate casualties. The game he plays is for high stakes and one wrong move could prove fatal for not just himself but others. With all the pieces set in motion and constantly changing, Sandor will have to stay on top of his game to stop the attack from happening. Filled with lots of action, twists, and drama this book delivers a most enjoyable read. I gave this one 5 out of 5 roses.
"Good question," Sandor admitted,"and I don't have a good answer, except to tell you that he's left his country and family and surrendered to us. His house has been blown to bits and the Intel network has him as a probable casualty in the explosion. That means, as far as everyone else is concerned, it appears he's dead. If he's lying to us, that appearance could become reality very quickly."
Ahmad Jaber is the enemy. He's a high ranking operative of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), or at least was until he defected. Seeking asylum he tells the tale of three countries seemingly acting in tandem. Jabor had been contacted by one of his proteges, Syed, about an assignment that didn't feel quite right to him. After hearing what Syed knew, Jabor agreed something was amiss. Figuring Syed was probably followed, Jabor knew there was a good possibility his own life had been put in jeopardy. When the men whom Syed worked for came calling in the middle of the night to assassinate him, he had an escape plan already set in motion.
With precious little to go on, finding information will be like trying to find a needle in a haystack. On what is more likely than not a suicide mission, Jordan Sandor and his team will attempt to extract information from North Korea that can either confirm or disprove Jaber's claim. Getting in won't be a problem getting out with the information will be next to impossible. If Jaber's lying the team may die for nothing, but if he's telling the truth, countless lives could potentially be saved and no one wants another 911. What is known is that Korea and a country in South America, most likely Venezuela, along with some Israelis are potentially plotting an attack on the US. The target and details are unknown. The only thing they have to go on are the players. Luckily, they have a contact who could possibly get them more information. That's where Sandor and his team comes in to play.
I loved the fast pace of the book. The reader gets to see from both perspective what is happening. Just like those hired to conduct the attack, however, we don't get the full picture only pieces until the end. The book is well written and I didn't feel lost in a sea of acronyms as I have with similar books.
Sandor is the type of man who works hard, plays hard, and lives life to the fullest because each day could be his last. He's loyal to his country and men, and would sacrifice his own life to save theirs. He takes each loss personally and does his best to alleviate casualties. The game he plays is for high stakes and one wrong move could prove fatal for not just himself but others. With all the pieces set in motion and constantly changing, Sandor will have to stay on top of his game to stop the attack from happening. Filled with lots of action, twists, and drama this book delivers a most enjoyable read. I gave this one 5 out of 5 roses.
February 1, 2013
This book is the second book with Jordan Sandor as a "have his own rules" spy. The first is Targets of Deception. You do not need to read the first book to get caught up with this one, but in terms of having a connection with Sandor it helps. You don't get connected to him much, unless the first one is read. It isn't essential to the story since this one is mostly about international and political intrigue, but since Sandor is much more of a cad toward women in this one than the last, it helped me. :)
Now, Sandor isn't too bad of a cad, but he does seem to see women in one dimension, with the exception of Hea who plays a central part in this tale in getting his arse out of North Korea in one piece. I really liked the respect he had for her, with the exception at times I felt he was too forward. With so much going on all at once, this wasn't too often, but often enough I felt that he would have gone further if he had the time. Also, in the last book I complained about the woman in the book as not being competent. Hea, was not incompetent and in fact, I think surpassed Jordan in some ways. She never took anything for granted including her own family's safety. She is one character I'd love to get to know more.
The one character you did have sympathy for in a surprising way was Jabbar. You don't just get the one dimensional terrorist caricature. I appreciated that and even though he was a "bad" guy, you felt that he was truly trying to do what was right while trying to protect his own life as well as his wife's. I like it when you get a more rounded view of secondary characters.
I give this book 4 stars. It's much more about political intrigue than the last book which was more action oriented. It is a large book, but reads quite quickly. I recommend it to those that love international twists and turns in thrillers where the end goal isn't revealed until the end.
Now, Sandor isn't too bad of a cad, but he does seem to see women in one dimension, with the exception of Hea who plays a central part in this tale in getting his arse out of North Korea in one piece. I really liked the respect he had for her, with the exception at times I felt he was too forward. With so much going on all at once, this wasn't too often, but often enough I felt that he would have gone further if he had the time. Also, in the last book I complained about the woman in the book as not being competent. Hea, was not incompetent and in fact, I think surpassed Jordan in some ways. She never took anything for granted including her own family's safety. She is one character I'd love to get to know more.
The one character you did have sympathy for in a surprising way was Jabbar. You don't just get the one dimensional terrorist caricature. I appreciated that and even though he was a "bad" guy, you felt that he was truly trying to do what was right while trying to protect his own life as well as his wife's. I like it when you get a more rounded view of secondary characters.
I give this book 4 stars. It's much more about political intrigue than the last book which was more action oriented. It is a large book, but reads quite quickly. I recommend it to those that love international twists and turns in thrillers where the end goal isn't revealed until the end.
September 14, 2011
This book is packed with action and fits the thriller genre perfectly. Sandor goes from having a normalish day to squaring off with a top terrorist agent...one who has valuable information and is willing to trade for protection. Sandor has always been quick-witted, it doesn't take him long to figure out a way to make the deal to his benefit. He elects to send a team to North Korea, it is a high risk situation that will likely result in death, but Sandor knows the situation is far too important to sit back and do nothing.
The plot gets more complicated as Sandor discovers previously unknown details relating to terrorist strikes. There is an evil antagonist in this novel, one that remains in the shadows-hidden even from the reader. Sandor is forced to make tough decisions and think quickly, faster than he ever has before. The action takes off from there.
This book is great for thriller, action, and intrigue/mystery enthusiasts. The book's ultimate plot is "nuclear", so to speak. The main character, Sandor, is a character who is easy to admire. He is intelligent, daring, and extremely brave. The secondary characters are all interesting and the reader will like meeting the majority of them. The events are super fast-paced and the plot is terrific, the reader will be following Sandor who is on a ticking time bomb mission. This book is terrific for adults.
October 1, 2011
Target of Opportunity by Jeffrey S. Stephens
A terrorist plot by plausible partners threatens the U.S. Jordon Sandor of the CIA is the only thing standing between global financial chaos.
The economics of oil and resultant potential for economic blackmail give plausibility to this novel. As an aside, this should help all of us to recognize the need for energy independence. That may have not been the more subtle plot line but that is what I felt reading the book.
Sandor is a ruthless defender of liberty. He is an excellent protagonist as he displays emotion and action. The book is fast paced and the plot is complex enough to maintain interest throughout.
The intricate nature of the plot is very well done and keeps you guessing until the end. Mr. Stehphens does an excellent job portraying an able weapon but loose canon in the character of Sandor. His irreverence is endearing but I suspect in the real world of bureaucratic nonsense, he would end up on the street.
Sandor is a worthy James Bond clone with skills and warmth abounding. He comes across as real which is often a difficult characterization. Sadly the only downside to the book is the likelihood that some demented soul out there is striving to perpetrate a similar scenario in real life.
I recommend it.
A terrorist plot by plausible partners threatens the U.S. Jordon Sandor of the CIA is the only thing standing between global financial chaos.
The economics of oil and resultant potential for economic blackmail give plausibility to this novel. As an aside, this should help all of us to recognize the need for energy independence. That may have not been the more subtle plot line but that is what I felt reading the book.
Sandor is a ruthless defender of liberty. He is an excellent protagonist as he displays emotion and action. The book is fast paced and the plot is complex enough to maintain interest throughout.
The intricate nature of the plot is very well done and keeps you guessing until the end. Mr. Stehphens does an excellent job portraying an able weapon but loose canon in the character of Sandor. His irreverence is endearing but I suspect in the real world of bureaucratic nonsense, he would end up on the street.
Sandor is a worthy James Bond clone with skills and warmth abounding. He comes across as real which is often a difficult characterization. Sadly the only downside to the book is the likelihood that some demented soul out there is striving to perpetrate a similar scenario in real life.
I recommend it.
February 19, 2013
Just when I thought I’d found one of the best books I’d ever read in Targets of Deception, Jeffrey Stephens manages to completely floor me with his second installment of this phenomenal thriller series. This time, Jordan takes on North Korea and a terrorist cell that’s threatening to attack the heart of the United States. As time is ticking, Jordan and his team of US Navy Seals must risk their lives to protect the country that they (and we) love from a terrorist attack of “nuclear” proportions.
I must say, that Jordan has moved near the top of my list of favorite secret agents/spies. His character is so exciting! He’s witty, charming, determined… what’s not to love? That and the fact that he totally kicks butt :) I also loved that this book included the Navy Seals too. It definitely gives you a new found respect for all that they sacrifice and do for each and every one of us.
Another page turner, I couldn’t put this one down either. Mr. Stephens sure does know how to tell a fantastic story, keeping the reader engaged and leaving them with a need to know just what happens next. If you’re a fan of political/spy thrillers or mystery and/or action, do yourselves a favor and pick up this wonderful series. It is definitely well worth your time.
Reviewed by Marie for Cocktails and Books
I must say, that Jordan has moved near the top of my list of favorite secret agents/spies. His character is so exciting! He’s witty, charming, determined… what’s not to love? That and the fact that he totally kicks butt :) I also loved that this book included the Navy Seals too. It definitely gives you a new found respect for all that they sacrifice and do for each and every one of us.
Another page turner, I couldn’t put this one down either. Mr. Stephens sure does know how to tell a fantastic story, keeping the reader engaged and leaving them with a need to know just what happens next. If you’re a fan of political/spy thrillers or mystery and/or action, do yourselves a favor and pick up this wonderful series. It is definitely well worth your time.
Reviewed by Marie for Cocktails and Books
February 8, 2012
Targets of Opportunity has (only) been sitting on my shelves since last August, so it’s a relatively recent addition to my TBR pile…
drey’s thoughts:
Like Jason Bourne? Meet Jordan Sandor, action hero who does it all – like Bourne, Bond, and Hunt. Recovering from events in Targets of Deception, Jordan is summoned to question an Iranian defector – one who also happens to be on his list of I-don’t-care-if-you-die-and-I-caused-it people.
But Ahmad Jaber has fragments of information to share – fragments that almost ended his life in Tehran. And so Sandor sucks it up and talks to the guy. What could it hurt, right? Next thing you know, Sandor’s on the way to North Korea to meet with someone who could help fill in the blanks. And it’s all very hush, hush and very dangerous.
When Sandor makes it out of Korea, he has another piece of the puzzle. But the big picture is still fuzzy, and remains so until the last quarter of the book. There are multiple story-lines going at the same time, but they eventually converge into a discernible threat. The action is fast-paced (so much so I wonder how Sandor manages to do it all without much sleep), and the resolution is satisfying. Targets of Opportunity will keep you turning the pages to the very end.
drey’s rating: Excellent!
drey’s thoughts:
Like Jason Bourne? Meet Jordan Sandor, action hero who does it all – like Bourne, Bond, and Hunt. Recovering from events in Targets of Deception, Jordan is summoned to question an Iranian defector – one who also happens to be on his list of I-don’t-care-if-you-die-and-I-caused-it people.
But Ahmad Jaber has fragments of information to share – fragments that almost ended his life in Tehran. And so Sandor sucks it up and talks to the guy. What could it hurt, right? Next thing you know, Sandor’s on the way to North Korea to meet with someone who could help fill in the blanks. And it’s all very hush, hush and very dangerous.
When Sandor makes it out of Korea, he has another piece of the puzzle. But the big picture is still fuzzy, and remains so until the last quarter of the book. There are multiple story-lines going at the same time, but they eventually converge into a discernible threat. The action is fast-paced (so much so I wonder how Sandor manages to do it all without much sleep), and the resolution is satisfying. Targets of Opportunity will keep you turning the pages to the very end.
drey’s rating: Excellent!
January 28, 2013
Targets of Opportunity is the second book in the Jordan Sandor series by Jeffery S. Stephens. It’s a masterpiece of plot, characters and action!
Jordan Sandor and his team go into North Korea as Canadian visitors to gain information on a plot against the US. Again Mr. Stephens takes us on a globe traveling adventure into exotic places with rich descriptions and admirable characters.
This novel is a delight of twists and turns with so much action, a little romance, and really great dialog. The villain has a plan that is actually quite brilliant, scarily so, but fortunately for us Jordan is a talented and determined adversary.
This story is paced superbly with Jordan piecing together this mastermind plot and following leads all over the globe to thwart this latest threat to our nation’s safety. The pace increases the closer he gets to the actual event. Ending with a breath taking last minute ( ….oops…almost a spoiler) heroic saving actions (whew, saved that one)!
If you love action/thriller novels this one is just the ticket! I thoroughly enjoy this author’s talented storytelling! Can’t wait for more!
Jordan Sandor and his team go into North Korea as Canadian visitors to gain information on a plot against the US. Again Mr. Stephens takes us on a globe traveling adventure into exotic places with rich descriptions and admirable characters.
This novel is a delight of twists and turns with so much action, a little romance, and really great dialog. The villain has a plan that is actually quite brilliant, scarily so, but fortunately for us Jordan is a talented and determined adversary.
This story is paced superbly with Jordan piecing together this mastermind plot and following leads all over the globe to thwart this latest threat to our nation’s safety. The pace increases the closer he gets to the actual event. Ending with a breath taking last minute ( ….oops…almost a spoiler) heroic saving actions (whew, saved that one)!
If you love action/thriller novels this one is just the ticket! I thoroughly enjoy this author’s talented storytelling! Can’t wait for more!
October 4, 2011
Targets of Opportunity to me was certainly an eye opening experience. It is pretty scary to think that terrorists hate us so much that they will go out of their way to figure out ways to annihilate the U.S. This is a story that takes the main character, Jordan Sandor all over the world and in extremely dangerous situations to stop terrorists in their attempt to destroy our world. Jordan is a man who will protect what he believes in whatever the cost to him. Once you read this story you will realize what the men and women do to protect the United States. An exciting, edge of your seat read with believable characters, good and evil, that you will not want to put down. This is typically not the type of story I care to read but I am glad I did because I enjoyed it very much. I give it 5 stars...
November 9, 2011
4.5!TARGETS OF OPPORTUNITY by Jeffrey S. Stephens is an exciting A Jordan Sandor suspense/ thriller. It is the second in "A Jordan Sandor" thriller,see "Targets of Deception",but can be read as a stand alone. It is a fast paced thriller with terrific characters. It has CIA,secrets, ex-CIA agent Jordan Sandor,Middle East,North Korea,South America, terror,American security,U.S. Navy SEALS,nuclear weapons,and of course "targets of opportunity". This is a fast paced,action packed,with glode trotting adventure,counter terrorism and a plot with twists and turns. A must read for any suspense,thriller,American counter terrorists, readers. "Targets of Opportunity" will capture your attention from the first page until the las page. Received for review from Ascot Media. Details can be found at Galley Books,a division of Simon & Schuster,Inc. and My Book Addiction Reviews.
September 30, 2011
Jordan Sandor is a man’s man. He takes no prisoner’s in his world of spies, terrorists and idiot
Bureaucrats. Which is why, when one of the highest in Middle East terrorism defects; Jordan is sent into see what’s up. Lots as it turns out.
Plane crashes, forts exploding and Sandor’s men held captive in North Korea. Plutonium in the Gulf.
Oil refineries threatened and Jordan is in the middle of it all.
Targets of Opportunity is a dandy! Mr. Stephens is right up there with Tom Clancy and Jorden Sandor
may well rank as the next Jack Ryan. This is book #2 in the Jordan Sandor series and I’m off to buy book
@1 now. Keep up the good work Mr. Stephens – we all need heroes!
Bureaucrats. Which is why, when one of the highest in Middle East terrorism defects; Jordan is sent into see what’s up. Lots as it turns out.
Plane crashes, forts exploding and Sandor’s men held captive in North Korea. Plutonium in the Gulf.
Oil refineries threatened and Jordan is in the middle of it all.
Targets of Opportunity is a dandy! Mr. Stephens is right up there with Tom Clancy and Jorden Sandor
may well rank as the next Jack Ryan. This is book #2 in the Jordan Sandor series and I’m off to buy book
@1 now. Keep up the good work Mr. Stephens – we all need heroes!
September 26, 2012
Not that there is anything wrong about this book/series, but there is certainly nothing original here is there? yet another perfect man - usually American - who will protect all the good, but annihilate, single handedly, any baddie/anti-American...blah blah blah. We've all read them before and will probably read them again, and they will blur into one story thereafter. Formulaic, Mills and Boon-ish,(another auther with the same story told over and over with different characters. WIll probably keep you occupied for a moment.
September 27, 2011
Dealing with a possible terrorist attack to the US (learned from an Iranian prisoner), CIA agent Jordan Sandor and his team tries to prevent it. But the terrorists will do anything and the action takes place in Korea, Mexico and all over the world. This novel is full of action, thrills, suspense. For those who enjoy a good read with dynamic characters with real world situations, I suggest you get a copy of this fantastic book.
January 30, 2012
This is the 2nd book about Jordan Sandor who is a CIA agent.
This time he is on the trail of a group of terrorists who
are trying to blow up an oil refinery in Louisiana with a
nuclear device. This is a real page turner and I doubt if
you can put it down
This time he is on the trail of a group of terrorists who
are trying to blow up an oil refinery in Louisiana with a
nuclear device. This is a real page turner and I doubt if
you can put it down
September 6, 2011
Review Coming Soon....
July 24, 2012
Very good and fast moving
February 16, 2013
First book read by this author. Got to say i enjoyed the plot and story very much! Will read more by this author.
January 21, 2014
Great read, gripping, fast paced, exciting to the end.
September 29, 2014
this is even better than his first book.....am reading his 3rd now and it keeps getting better
August 9, 2015
One of the worst books I have ever read. Should have thrown this book in the garbage.
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