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Watchtower Thrillers #3
The Eyes of Victims
Perceptions change when you see the world through the eyes of victims.
From award-winning author Mikael Carlson, this sequel to The Eyes of Others and The Eyes of Innocents is an action-packed political thriller featuring a real-life superhero.
The Eyes of Victims follows five people who must navigate the emotion and politics behind one of the most despicable crimes against women. Desperate measures will be taken to hide criminal activity from the prying eyes of investigators as they attempt to pull back the veil on what happened that fateful night. Will the families succeed in their stonewalling, or can a man who sees other people's memories unlock the truth by peering through the eyes of victims?
"Boston" Hollinger is part Jason Bourne, part Jack Reacher, and he's about to put his special skills to work. The Watchtower Thrillers can be read as stand-alone novels, however, readers may find more enjoyment of the story by reading the novels in the order they were written.
People only show you the part of their persona they want you to see.
A prestigious Northwestern Connecticut law school is rocked by a scandal when a female student accuses one of her male peers of a vicious rape at a party. When the media picks up the story, it ignites a national firestorm threatening that engulfs the two students' politically connected families. To avoid potential embarrassment, "Boston" Hollinger and Watchtower are brought in to assist the FBI and Connecticut State Police in determining the truth. What they uncover is far more than they bargained for.
During a victim interview, Boston utilizes his gift of seeing memories to uncover what really happened to the girl - and nobody is prepared to accept what he learns. Not content to accept the narrative, he learns that the fathers are more interested in guarding their secrets than preserving their children's welfare. As the two men jealously guard their enterprises, Boston comes face-to-face with his nemesis - a man whose memories he can't see.
When a pair of tragic deaths rock the investigation, the pressure on the team to cut their losses and return home becomes unbearable. Not content to simply follow orders and abandon the mission, Boston is faced with a choice that will change the trajectory of his life: leave their fathers' fate to an unreliable legal system or dispense justice by taking matters into his own hands. It's a decision that will bring him into the clutches of a dangerous foe intent on exposing him to the world.
From award-winning author Mikael Carlson, this sequel to The Eyes of Others and The Eyes of Innocents is an action-packed political thriller featuring a real-life superhero.
The Eyes of Victims follows five people who must navigate the emotion and politics behind one of the most despicable crimes against women. Desperate measures will be taken to hide criminal activity from the prying eyes of investigators as they attempt to pull back the veil on what happened that fateful night. Will the families succeed in their stonewalling, or can a man who sees other people's memories unlock the truth by peering through the eyes of victims?
"Boston" Hollinger is part Jason Bourne, part Jack Reacher, and he's about to put his special skills to work. The Watchtower Thrillers can be read as stand-alone novels, however, readers may find more enjoyment of the story by reading the novels in the order they were written.
People only show you the part of their persona they want you to see.
A prestigious Northwestern Connecticut law school is rocked by a scandal when a female student accuses one of her male peers of a vicious rape at a party. When the media picks up the story, it ignites a national firestorm threatening that engulfs the two students' politically connected families. To avoid potential embarrassment, "Boston" Hollinger and Watchtower are brought in to assist the FBI and Connecticut State Police in determining the truth. What they uncover is far more than they bargained for.
During a victim interview, Boston utilizes his gift of seeing memories to uncover what really happened to the girl - and nobody is prepared to accept what he learns. Not content to accept the narrative, he learns that the fathers are more interested in guarding their secrets than preserving their children's welfare. As the two men jealously guard their enterprises, Boston comes face-to-face with his nemesis - a man whose memories he can't see.
When a pair of tragic deaths rock the investigation, the pressure on the team to cut their losses and return home becomes unbearable. Not content to simply follow orders and abandon the mission, Boston is faced with a choice that will change the trajectory of his life: leave their fathers' fate to an unreliable legal system or dispense justice by taking matters into his own hands. It's a decision that will bring him into the clutches of a dangerous foe intent on exposing him to the world.
324 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 31, 2023
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About the author
Mikael Carlson
26 books85 followersMikael Carlson is an award-winning political fiction author, including a silver medal from Readers' Favorite and National Indie Excellence, Lyra, and Global E-book Awards.
Mikael is a proud U.S. Army Paratrooper and retired Army National Guardsman. He graduated with a Master of Arts in American History in 2010 and with a B.S. in International Business from Marist College in 1996.
An avid traveler and unabashed political junkie, he is the author of the Politics as Unusual blog You can find him at www.mikaelcarlson.com.
Mikael is a proud U.S. Army Paratrooper and retired Army National Guardsman. He graduated with a Master of Arts in American History in 2010 and with a B.S. in International Business from Marist College in 1996.
An avid traveler and unabashed political junkie, he is the author of the Politics as Unusual blog You can find him at www.mikaelcarlson.com.
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January 5, 2025
Mikael Carlson keeps me on edge with his political thriller series, so much so that I am pleased to begin my reading year with another in this intriguing collection. This one looks into the world of sexual assault and how complex a simple accusation can become. Carlson explores things from all sides, as well as what happens when high-powered individuals are involved in the process. The Watchtower Group is called in to assist, though the delicate nature of the assault makes it tough to assess and ensure the truth comes to light. Mikael Carlson presents another great story that furthers this series effectively.
The novel tackles the world of sexual assault, particularly a young law student who claims one of her fellow students, a playboy by his own right, drugged and raped her one night. She had a well-to-do father who insists on sending the man who assaulted his daughter to face maximum penalty. While the campus and state police begin their investigation, the nature of this case leaves them unable to handle it effectively. A call to the FBI has the Watchtower Group sent to New Jersey to help look into things.
Amongst Watchtower is "Boston" Hollinger, an agent thought dead and with special abilities. He can see the emotional thoughts and memories of others while he is unconscious. This could prove highly effective as the investigation takes an odd turn and sends both sides to plead for someone to listen to them, all while covering up anything that could cause doubt. Boston can see through this and tries to steer his team towards the truth, which is harder than expected.
After media reports spin the story, the two students' politically connected families begin to put pressure on those with authority, though Watchtower is less concerned with outside perception. Deaths in the investigation turn the case on its head and provides Boston with a choice and something that could change things for good. It is up to him to make the choice. Carlson delivers a stunning story here for all to enjoy.
Mikael Carlson impressed me with his political thriller writing in the past and I came back for more in this series whose focus is more police procedural than anything else. The narrative is tense at times, providing a strong story and educates the reader repeatedly. Carlson paints a picture and captures a sense of struggle that keeps the reader going and raises many questions. The characters provide a look into the world of politics and assault, with political pressure pushing the story along with building momentum. The chapters are short and to the point, providing me just what I need to devour the story with ease. Plot points develop easily and left me eager to delve deeper into this series, the final novel, which I will do soon.
Kudos, Mr. Carlson, for another strong novel that ticks all the boxes!
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The novel tackles the world of sexual assault, particularly a young law student who claims one of her fellow students, a playboy by his own right, drugged and raped her one night. She had a well-to-do father who insists on sending the man who assaulted his daughter to face maximum penalty. While the campus and state police begin their investigation, the nature of this case leaves them unable to handle it effectively. A call to the FBI has the Watchtower Group sent to New Jersey to help look into things.
Amongst Watchtower is "Boston" Hollinger, an agent thought dead and with special abilities. He can see the emotional thoughts and memories of others while he is unconscious. This could prove highly effective as the investigation takes an odd turn and sends both sides to plead for someone to listen to them, all while covering up anything that could cause doubt. Boston can see through this and tries to steer his team towards the truth, which is harder than expected.
After media reports spin the story, the two students' politically connected families begin to put pressure on those with authority, though Watchtower is less concerned with outside perception. Deaths in the investigation turn the case on its head and provides Boston with a choice and something that could change things for good. It is up to him to make the choice. Carlson delivers a stunning story here for all to enjoy.
Mikael Carlson impressed me with his political thriller writing in the past and I came back for more in this series whose focus is more police procedural than anything else. The narrative is tense at times, providing a strong story and educates the reader repeatedly. Carlson paints a picture and captures a sense of struggle that keeps the reader going and raises many questions. The characters provide a look into the world of politics and assault, with political pressure pushing the story along with building momentum. The chapters are short and to the point, providing me just what I need to devour the story with ease. Plot points develop easily and left me eager to delve deeper into this series, the final novel, which I will do soon.
Kudos, Mr. Carlson, for another strong novel that ticks all the boxes!
Love/hate the review? An ever-growing collection of others appears at:
http://pecheyponderings.wordpress.com/
April 13, 2023
Goosebumps
Yes once again and I found it difficult to put this book down At night when I fell asleep in my comfortable reclined Is trying to read more and more Then finally gave up the ghost and went to bed. I thoroughly enjoy Mr. Carlson's writing. And that's an understatement
Yes once again and I found it difficult to put this book down At night when I fell asleep in my comfortable reclined Is trying to read more and more Then finally gave up the ghost and went to bed. I thoroughly enjoy Mr. Carlson's writing. And that's an understatement
November 25, 2024
Good
Good read. Enjoyed the book and interaction between the characters. Well thought out. Looking forward to read the next instalment.
Good read. Enjoyed the book and interaction between the characters. Well thought out. Looking forward to read the next instalment.
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