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Target: Prendergast Uncovered
Carrick Fitzgerald, ex IRA, has been released from prison. He rejects the recent peace accord, he has dedicated his life to driving the British from Irish soil and reunifying the country. Brad Prendergast lives in Malibu, California. His life revolves around surfing, parties and girls. A 'beach bum' says his dad. Two men, unknown to each other and living on the opposite sides of the world. They have absolutely nothing in common. This is about to change. Their lives are on a collision course with deadly serious consequences. Brad is recruited by MI6 to befriend Carrick's daughter and learn all he can of a suspected deadly terrorist act being planned. Romance blossoms for Brad but he has infuriated a member of Carrick's party. Danger lurkes around every corner, Brad is playing a very dangerous game of cat and mouse. He has overstepped his brief and he has now become the target. Is there a future for this romantic liason? Will Brad even survive? He is now targeted for termination. Can Carrick's horrific plan's be thwarted? The fast paced action races from Hawaii, to Las Vegas, to Acupulco and finally Belfast. 'Target' takes the world's most unlikely under cover agent and thrusts him into the murky world of terrorists plotting an attack on the scale of nine eleven. A burgeoning romance, a sub plot of revenge for personal reasons coexist with the underlying plot to commit a horific terrorist act.
228 pages, Paperback
First published April 19, 2014
About the author
Ian G. Welch
12 books64 followersIan was born and educated in New Zealand. He briefly studied accountancy and commercial law before graduating into agriculture. He started dabbling in writing three years ago more out of curiosity to see if he could actually write a novel. Vendetta was his first published novel. It is a historical novel tracing a young man's struggle to learn the truth behind a series of catastrophic events which have destroyed his family.
Target Prendergast uncovered quickly followed. Brad is a beach bum, the world's most unlikely undercover agent.
Conspiracy and Broken Wings have since followed. Check website for free chapters and more information on author and novels in the pipeline.
Take an in-depth peek into Ian's world in his Smashwords interview:
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Target Prendergast uncovered quickly followed. Brad is a beach bum, the world's most unlikely undercover agent.
Conspiracy and Broken Wings have since followed. Check website for free chapters and more information on author and novels in the pipeline.
Take an in-depth peek into Ian's world in his Smashwords interview:
https://www.smashwords.com/interview/...
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February 19, 2022
I picked up this story as a free book when I first started reading novels electronically and I recently reread it. It’s a fun little tale of a surfer dude who gets pulled into an effort to stop thousands of people from being murdered in a terrorist attack.
The story opens with a rather chilling scene of a former IRA terrorist murdering a police inspector with the VX nerve toxin, setting up the threat. The action then switches to introduce the totally likable surfer dude, Brad Penderghast, who prevents a robbery and in so doing comes to the attention of the CIA and British MI6. They rather unethically recruit him to penetrate a group of ex-IRA (now called RIRA) terrorists by using his charms with the ladies to win the heart of the head terrorist’s daughter, Cara. The problem—Brad is really not a devious sort. He wears his heart on his sleeve and very quickly, the two actually fall in love.
This greatly disappoints her father and one of his men (Liam) who wants Cara for himself and they move to break the two apart. Then the story takes a turn for the worst. Brad, having learned just a little of the terrorist’s efforts to buy more of the nerve toxin, goes all James Bond and pretends to be a rival arms dealer trying to buy the toxin himself. This is really unfortunate. Brad as a persistent love-interest of the daughter was believable. Having him play arms dealer just didn’t work for me. And it takes up most of the book. It’s enjoyable, but in no way credible, if that makes sense.
Then the bad guys get the toxin and Brad gets sent to Ireland by MI6 to try and lean from Cara what the plan is. That was slightly more credible than the last part, but still not as well done as the first third or so of the book.
Overall, I enjoyed the story, although I really don’t understand why Cara kept telling her father she wanted to talk about his Liam’s advances towards her (a conversation her father didn’t want to have) instead of saying—Dad, Liam raped me—which I believe would have gotten Liam doused with nerve toxin in about two-and-a-half seconds. Then again, perhaps that’s why she never used the direct approach. The author would have lost one of his most important bad guys.
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The story opens with a rather chilling scene of a former IRA terrorist murdering a police inspector with the VX nerve toxin, setting up the threat. The action then switches to introduce the totally likable surfer dude, Brad Penderghast, who prevents a robbery and in so doing comes to the attention of the CIA and British MI6. They rather unethically recruit him to penetrate a group of ex-IRA (now called RIRA) terrorists by using his charms with the ladies to win the heart of the head terrorist’s daughter, Cara. The problem—Brad is really not a devious sort. He wears his heart on his sleeve and very quickly, the two actually fall in love.
This greatly disappoints her father and one of his men (Liam) who wants Cara for himself and they move to break the two apart. Then the story takes a turn for the worst. Brad, having learned just a little of the terrorist’s efforts to buy more of the nerve toxin, goes all James Bond and pretends to be a rival arms dealer trying to buy the toxin himself. This is really unfortunate. Brad as a persistent love-interest of the daughter was believable. Having him play arms dealer just didn’t work for me. And it takes up most of the book. It’s enjoyable, but in no way credible, if that makes sense.
Then the bad guys get the toxin and Brad gets sent to Ireland by MI6 to try and lean from Cara what the plan is. That was slightly more credible than the last part, but still not as well done as the first third or so of the book.
Overall, I enjoyed the story, although I really don’t understand why Cara kept telling her father she wanted to talk about his Liam’s advances towards her (a conversation her father didn’t want to have) instead of saying—Dad, Liam raped me—which I believe would have gotten Liam doused with nerve toxin in about two-and-a-half seconds. Then again, perhaps that’s why she never used the direct approach. The author would have lost one of his most important bad guys.
If you liked this review, you can find more at www.gilbertstack.com/reviews.
October 30, 2015
The first chapter is full of tension as a brutal man follows a target and assassinates him with the poisoned tip of an umbrella - this method is based on a real incident. The location here is Northern Ireland. Although the peace talks have thankfully produced results for the majority of the community to get on with their lives, a disgruntled minority are bent on vengeance for years of jail time.
Next is a complete contrast as we head to sunny beaches and surf dudes. Brad Prendergast, who we learn has tried teaching but landed himself in trouble, decided that it had not been his vocation anyway and now skims a living by part-time jobs in California to support his surfing. One day he happens to defend an employer during an armed burglary, and unexpectedly her gratitude takes the form of introducing him to some intelligence agents.
Brad is not on anyone's radar and if he works for the MI6 and Secret Service to spot an Irish criminal, he'll be helping the cause of peace. Of course, it's the prospect of a surfing job in Hawaii which swings the deal. Brad is ordered to befriend Cara Fitzgerald, daughter of a released 'former' terrorist, on her trip to Honolulu.
From this engaging beginning I was hooked. The great thing about this book is that all locations are described well, with great contrast, so we learn a lot and can easily visualise the action. Cara is a nice girl, working as a legal secretary and self-possessed. She's seen men before but they were deterred by her Mafia-like connections. I agreed with Brad that this girl deserved a chance to have a normal relationship. She does suffer at the hands of a man, but the scene isn't overdone.
The unpalatable use of nerve gas VX is here suggested to be responsible for Saddam Hussein's attacks on the Kurds; having it in the hands of domestic terrorists would appal any country. There are other people in need of rescue, as Brad discovers.
For a well-structured, not overly deep thriller, written in brisk American style, you couldn't do much better. There's lots of life and action, tension and determination, just enough adult scenes to make it seem like the surfing lifestyle, and a good heart behind the characters. The author is from New Zealand and clearly has a sweeping imagination. I think Prendergast Uncovered has the potential to carry on into a series.
Next is a complete contrast as we head to sunny beaches and surf dudes. Brad Prendergast, who we learn has tried teaching but landed himself in trouble, decided that it had not been his vocation anyway and now skims a living by part-time jobs in California to support his surfing. One day he happens to defend an employer during an armed burglary, and unexpectedly her gratitude takes the form of introducing him to some intelligence agents.
Brad is not on anyone's radar and if he works for the MI6 and Secret Service to spot an Irish criminal, he'll be helping the cause of peace. Of course, it's the prospect of a surfing job in Hawaii which swings the deal. Brad is ordered to befriend Cara Fitzgerald, daughter of a released 'former' terrorist, on her trip to Honolulu.
From this engaging beginning I was hooked. The great thing about this book is that all locations are described well, with great contrast, so we learn a lot and can easily visualise the action. Cara is a nice girl, working as a legal secretary and self-possessed. She's seen men before but they were deterred by her Mafia-like connections. I agreed with Brad that this girl deserved a chance to have a normal relationship. She does suffer at the hands of a man, but the scene isn't overdone.
The unpalatable use of nerve gas VX is here suggested to be responsible for Saddam Hussein's attacks on the Kurds; having it in the hands of domestic terrorists would appal any country. There are other people in need of rescue, as Brad discovers.
For a well-structured, not overly deep thriller, written in brisk American style, you couldn't do much better. There's lots of life and action, tension and determination, just enough adult scenes to make it seem like the surfing lifestyle, and a good heart behind the characters. The author is from New Zealand and clearly has a sweeping imagination. I think Prendergast Uncovered has the potential to carry on into a series.
November 12, 2015
TARGET ~~ PENDERGAST UNCOVERED
Target is an espionage/adventure novel involving an unlikely character who is a beach bum, happily surfing the California beaches and chasing girls. The author, Ian Welch, does a great job in writing a story that is somewhat original and does not hold to the usual formula for spy stories. Brad, Target’s main character, isn’t another James Bond, yet he doesn’t hesitate to do things that require a great deal of courage. His bravery is the results of not calculating the odds of succeeding, but rather jumping into situations that could easily get him killed. I found myself holding my breath several times as blunders into several dangerous situations without thinking of the consequence. The plot involves a group of Irish terrorists who want freedom from English rule at any cost. When Carrack Fitzgerald is released from prison, he intends to secure Ireland’s freedom and also to extract revenge on those who have imprisoned him for twenty years. When M16 becomes aware that he poses a threat, they know that it will be almost impossible to infiltrate the ranks of the terrorist group, so they have to take innovative action to get someone inside their organization. The weak spot in their organization is Fitzgerald’s daughter, Cara, and Brad is the right one to exploit this weak spot by using his charm to seduce her. Mix in a little sex, some VX nerve gas, exotic scenes and you have a story that will hold the attention of espionage fans. I give Ian Welch’s book a solid 5-star rating. I think you are going to enjoy reading it. I purchased this book on Amazon and have given a fair review of its content.
Joe Prentis, author of the Abraham’s Bones series.
Target is an espionage/adventure novel involving an unlikely character who is a beach bum, happily surfing the California beaches and chasing girls. The author, Ian Welch, does a great job in writing a story that is somewhat original and does not hold to the usual formula for spy stories. Brad, Target’s main character, isn’t another James Bond, yet he doesn’t hesitate to do things that require a great deal of courage. His bravery is the results of not calculating the odds of succeeding, but rather jumping into situations that could easily get him killed. I found myself holding my breath several times as blunders into several dangerous situations without thinking of the consequence. The plot involves a group of Irish terrorists who want freedom from English rule at any cost. When Carrack Fitzgerald is released from prison, he intends to secure Ireland’s freedom and also to extract revenge on those who have imprisoned him for twenty years. When M16 becomes aware that he poses a threat, they know that it will be almost impossible to infiltrate the ranks of the terrorist group, so they have to take innovative action to get someone inside their organization. The weak spot in their organization is Fitzgerald’s daughter, Cara, and Brad is the right one to exploit this weak spot by using his charm to seduce her. Mix in a little sex, some VX nerve gas, exotic scenes and you have a story that will hold the attention of espionage fans. I give Ian Welch’s book a solid 5-star rating. I think you are going to enjoy reading it. I purchased this book on Amazon and have given a fair review of its content.
Joe Prentis, author of the Abraham’s Bones series.
May 19, 2016
Target is a thriller that has a very original storyline. I was hooked to the book right from the first paragraph and finished it in one sitting. The Ireland background enhances the story as it moves very fast. Brad Pendergast is a character that many of us can identify with ... wait, only when he is normal :) ... when he changes gears to seek adventures, he is quite an enviable character for what he gets into and his help in stopping terrorists from doing the worst attack in the history. Brad's journey from being a beach bum to a high profile CIA helper kept me over the edge of my seat. Wonderful thriller!
June 9, 2024
If you love James Bond adventure stories and non-stop action, this is the book for you. Unlike James Bond, the protagonist in this story is handsome Brad Prendergast, a once-respected teacher much loved by students.
Brad, with his casual manner effortless charm, was appreciated by students for his intelligence and way of teaching in an engaging manner.
But he was loved a little too much, because one of his young students seduced him and became pregnant by him.
Brad was fired, and as the story opens, he divides his life between his part-time work as a gardener, tending to vibrant, lush gardens that offer him a semblance of peace, and surfing—catching waves that echo the tumultuous ups and downs of his life.
One day, Brad shows up for what he thinks is an offer for a new gardening position.
When Brad is interviewed and hired by wealthy Olivia, he’s excited. Her estate, sprawling and meticulously maintained, presents a new challenge and a step up in the world of horticultural design. At least it's a way to get his nagging parents off his back for not having a job.
But when Olivia is robbed at her luxurious mansion, Brad bravely steps in and saves her.
Impressed, Olivia’s husband calls Brad in to meet with two colleagues, one from the CIA and the other from the British Security operation M16. These meetings, filled with intrigue and danger, propel Brad into a world far removed from his tranquil gardens. They offer Brad money and in return, they want him to infiltrate a circle of ex-IRA terrorists so they can prevent a terrorist attack. They want Brad to do this by befriending Cara, the daughter of Carrick Fitzgerald, who will stop at nothing to drive the British from Irish soil.
Good looking and full of charm, Brad finds it easy to seduce Cara. They sleep together soon after meeting. Without much provocation, Cara tells him about her father and his operations and Brad dutifully reports this to the CIA and M16 agents who hired him.
Will the terrorist act be prevented? Will Cara and Brad live happily ever after?
Reluctant to reveal spoilers. But here’s why you’ll like this book.
1. Non-stop action that is better than your second cup of coffee to get your pulse racing.
2. An enthralling protagonist - Brad’s complex character, straddling the worlds of espionage and everyday challenges, makes you root for him despite his flaws.
3. An intriguing situation - I kept wondering how far Cara would dare go to give him just enough information and still protect her father.
4. Vivid settings - From opulent mansions to rugged coastlines, the vivid descriptions paint a picture that pulls you right into the scene.
A sold 4 star read.
Brad, with his casual manner effortless charm, was appreciated by students for his intelligence and way of teaching in an engaging manner.
But he was loved a little too much, because one of his young students seduced him and became pregnant by him.
Brad was fired, and as the story opens, he divides his life between his part-time work as a gardener, tending to vibrant, lush gardens that offer him a semblance of peace, and surfing—catching waves that echo the tumultuous ups and downs of his life.
One day, Brad shows up for what he thinks is an offer for a new gardening position.
When Brad is interviewed and hired by wealthy Olivia, he’s excited. Her estate, sprawling and meticulously maintained, presents a new challenge and a step up in the world of horticultural design. At least it's a way to get his nagging parents off his back for not having a job.
But when Olivia is robbed at her luxurious mansion, Brad bravely steps in and saves her.
Impressed, Olivia’s husband calls Brad in to meet with two colleagues, one from the CIA and the other from the British Security operation M16. These meetings, filled with intrigue and danger, propel Brad into a world far removed from his tranquil gardens. They offer Brad money and in return, they want him to infiltrate a circle of ex-IRA terrorists so they can prevent a terrorist attack. They want Brad to do this by befriending Cara, the daughter of Carrick Fitzgerald, who will stop at nothing to drive the British from Irish soil.
Good looking and full of charm, Brad finds it easy to seduce Cara. They sleep together soon after meeting. Without much provocation, Cara tells him about her father and his operations and Brad dutifully reports this to the CIA and M16 agents who hired him.
Will the terrorist act be prevented? Will Cara and Brad live happily ever after?
Reluctant to reveal spoilers. But here’s why you’ll like this book.
1. Non-stop action that is better than your second cup of coffee to get your pulse racing.
2. An enthralling protagonist - Brad’s complex character, straddling the worlds of espionage and everyday challenges, makes you root for him despite his flaws.
3. An intriguing situation - I kept wondering how far Cara would dare go to give him just enough information and still protect her father.
4. Vivid settings - From opulent mansions to rugged coastlines, the vivid descriptions paint a picture that pulls you right into the scene.
A sold 4 star read.
July 14, 2024
Thriller with Interesting Plot
I had mixed reactions to “Target: Prendergast Uncovered,” by Ian Welch. This thriller novel tells the tale of Carrick Fitzgerald, an ardent, covert leader in the Real IRA (RIRA), as he plans to carry out a large-scale act of violence against the hated British, and the concurrent efforts by MI6 to find out what he is up to and prevent a major terrorist attack. To gain access to Fitzgerald’s inner circle, Callum Spencer, the MI6 agent leading the counterterrorism effort, recruits California beach bum Bradshaw Prendergast to cozy up to Fitzgerald’s beautiful daughter, Cara, who remains close to her father in spite of his past imprisonment. On the one hand, the premise seemed rather contrived, but on the other hand, I really got interested in how it all was going to turn out. In reading a few glowing reviews, I noticed that almost all of them focused solely on the plot, which was roundly praised by all. I agree with that assessment – the plot is interesting and compelling. If all you care about is a good plot, I highly recommend this book.
However, plot is only one aspect of a novel. What I look for in a thriller is, as the old-timers used to say, a good tale, well told. I thought this one was definitely a good tale, but maybe not so well told. For one thing, the writer seems not to highly value basic grammar and punctuation, and there were a lot of missing words and typos. For another, I found a lot of the descriptive writing to be mostly “telling” rather than “showing.” But perhaps the biggest problem for me was that I just couldn’t find a way to like the hero, Brad Prendergast, much though I wanted to. The basic idea of the book seems to be that our hero is a shallow, self-centered surfer dude on the outside, but actually has a heart of gold and an inner sense of right and wrong, rising to the occasion to help prevent the impending disaster. However, he never quite got there, in my opinion. While he does step up and follow through to help his MI6 recruiter, he shows only a modicum of remorse for some despicable actions in his past, and I felt his courageous actions were driven more by his growing feelings for the beautiful maiden than by concern for the potential victims of Fitzgerald’s planned mayhem. But that’s just my opinion.
I would have rated the book with four stars based solely on the plot, but the other issues tempered my enthusiasm and resulted in a three-star rating.
I had mixed reactions to “Target: Prendergast Uncovered,” by Ian Welch. This thriller novel tells the tale of Carrick Fitzgerald, an ardent, covert leader in the Real IRA (RIRA), as he plans to carry out a large-scale act of violence against the hated British, and the concurrent efforts by MI6 to find out what he is up to and prevent a major terrorist attack. To gain access to Fitzgerald’s inner circle, Callum Spencer, the MI6 agent leading the counterterrorism effort, recruits California beach bum Bradshaw Prendergast to cozy up to Fitzgerald’s beautiful daughter, Cara, who remains close to her father in spite of his past imprisonment. On the one hand, the premise seemed rather contrived, but on the other hand, I really got interested in how it all was going to turn out. In reading a few glowing reviews, I noticed that almost all of them focused solely on the plot, which was roundly praised by all. I agree with that assessment – the plot is interesting and compelling. If all you care about is a good plot, I highly recommend this book.
However, plot is only one aspect of a novel. What I look for in a thriller is, as the old-timers used to say, a good tale, well told. I thought this one was definitely a good tale, but maybe not so well told. For one thing, the writer seems not to highly value basic grammar and punctuation, and there were a lot of missing words and typos. For another, I found a lot of the descriptive writing to be mostly “telling” rather than “showing.” But perhaps the biggest problem for me was that I just couldn’t find a way to like the hero, Brad Prendergast, much though I wanted to. The basic idea of the book seems to be that our hero is a shallow, self-centered surfer dude on the outside, but actually has a heart of gold and an inner sense of right and wrong, rising to the occasion to help prevent the impending disaster. However, he never quite got there, in my opinion. While he does step up and follow through to help his MI6 recruiter, he shows only a modicum of remorse for some despicable actions in his past, and I felt his courageous actions were driven more by his growing feelings for the beautiful maiden than by concern for the potential victims of Fitzgerald’s planned mayhem. But that’s just my opinion.
I would have rated the book with four stars based solely on the plot, but the other issues tempered my enthusiasm and resulted in a three-star rating.
August 24, 2026
**Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sounds like a thrilling story about how quickly an ordinary life can be turned upside down. Brad Prendergast begins as a carefree young man enjoying life in Malibu, but being recruited by MI6 suddenly puts him in a world of espionage, danger, and deception.
The undercover assignment is what really makes the premise interesting. Brad has to get close to Carrick’s daughter while trying to uncover information about a potentially devastating plot. But when genuine feelings develop and his cover becomes increasingly dangerous, the mission takes on a much more personal dimension.
I also like the international scope of the story. Moving from Hawaii to Las Vegas, Acapulco, and Belfast gives the plot a sense of momentum, while the combination of romance, revenge, terrorism, and undercover intrigue creates plenty of potential tension.
The idea of Brad becoming the target while trying to stop something much bigger than himself makes this sound like a fast-paced thriller with plenty of uncertainty. **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** should appeal to readers who enjoy espionage stories where romance and danger collide.
The undercover assignment is what really makes the premise interesting. Brad has to get close to Carrick’s daughter while trying to uncover information about a potentially devastating plot. But when genuine feelings develop and his cover becomes increasingly dangerous, the mission takes on a much more personal dimension.
I also like the international scope of the story. Moving from Hawaii to Las Vegas, Acapulco, and Belfast gives the plot a sense of momentum, while the combination of romance, revenge, terrorism, and undercover intrigue creates plenty of potential tension.
The idea of Brad becoming the target while trying to stop something much bigger than himself makes this sound like a fast-paced thriller with plenty of uncertainty. **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** should appeal to readers who enjoy espionage stories where romance and danger collide.
August 25, 2026
**Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sounds like a fast-moving thriller built around a surprisingly unlikely undercover agent.
Brad Prendergast begins as a carefree surfer living in Malibu, seemingly worlds away from espionage and international danger. That contrast makes his recruitment by MI6 particularly interesting. Suddenly, his easygoing lifestyle is replaced by deception, surveillance, and a mission where one wrong move could have serious consequences.
The assignment becomes even more complicated when Brad develops feelings for Carrick’s daughter. What begins as an intelligence operation starts becoming personal, while his actions also attract the attention of people who want him eliminated.
I like the combination of romance and suspense here. The story isn't relying solely on the undercover plot; there are also elements of revenge, personal conflict, and a much larger threat unfolding in the background.
With the action moving across several locations and Brad caught between completing his mission and staying alive, **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sounds like an entertaining choice for readers who enjoy espionage, romance, danger, and unpredictable twists.
Brad Prendergast begins as a carefree surfer living in Malibu, seemingly worlds away from espionage and international danger. That contrast makes his recruitment by MI6 particularly interesting. Suddenly, his easygoing lifestyle is replaced by deception, surveillance, and a mission where one wrong move could have serious consequences.
The assignment becomes even more complicated when Brad develops feelings for Carrick’s daughter. What begins as an intelligence operation starts becoming personal, while his actions also attract the attention of people who want him eliminated.
I like the combination of romance and suspense here. The story isn't relying solely on the undercover plot; there are also elements of revenge, personal conflict, and a much larger threat unfolding in the background.
With the action moving across several locations and Brad caught between completing his mission and staying alive, **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sounds like an entertaining choice for readers who enjoy espionage, romance, danger, and unpredictable twists.
June 18, 2024
The story has a strong start with a not-unfamiliar antagonist. The old IRA has had its teeth pulled and our villain is taking his hatred of the British to new levels. He intends to use VX gas from Saddam Hussein's regime to kill thousands. This is a solidly structured spy thriller with plenty of action and well-done plot.
The best aspect of the novel is Welch's writing itself. Very descriptive, with well-balanced narration, and good dialogue. No complaints there, and I didn't notice any editing problems.
I found the protagonist the least compelling. Everyone was written well, they felt real enough most of the time, though I wasn't always convinced by Cara's motivations. Brad, though his backstory is deep, and revealed skillfully, comes across as oddly unmotivated considering the entire story is his recruitment to save thousands of lives. He felt a little checked-out to me, considering the high stakes and tension. This was a minor nitpick, barely bothering me during my reading.
Overall, I would say this book has great prose, good plot, and ok characterization.
The best aspect of the novel is Welch's writing itself. Very descriptive, with well-balanced narration, and good dialogue. No complaints there, and I didn't notice any editing problems.
I found the protagonist the least compelling. Everyone was written well, they felt real enough most of the time, though I wasn't always convinced by Cara's motivations. Brad, though his backstory is deep, and revealed skillfully, comes across as oddly unmotivated considering the entire story is his recruitment to save thousands of lives. He felt a little checked-out to me, considering the high stakes and tension. This was a minor nitpick, barely bothering me during my reading.
Overall, I would say this book has great prose, good plot, and ok characterization.
August 24, 2026
**Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sounds like a gripping mix of espionage, romance, revenge, and high-stakes action. I really like the contrast between Brad’s carefree life in Malibu and the dangerous world he suddenly finds himself pulled into. His recruitment by MI6 and mission to get close to Carrick’s daughter immediately create an intriguing setup.
What makes the story especially interesting is that Brad’s assignment becomes much more complicated once romance enters the picture. He isn't simply gathering information anymore—he has become a target himself, with his own life at risk.
The international settings, from Hawaii and Las Vegas to Acapulco and Belfast, also give the story a fast-moving feel. With terrorism, undercover work, personal revenge, and romance all woven together, **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sounds like a book that would appeal to readers who enjoy suspenseful stories where the danger keeps escalating.
Definitely an intriguing premise for anyone who enjoys action-packed thrillers with a romantic storyline running underneath.
What makes the story especially interesting is that Brad’s assignment becomes much more complicated once romance enters the picture. He isn't simply gathering information anymore—he has become a target himself, with his own life at risk.
The international settings, from Hawaii and Las Vegas to Acapulco and Belfast, also give the story a fast-moving feel. With terrorism, undercover work, personal revenge, and romance all woven together, **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sounds like a book that would appeal to readers who enjoy suspenseful stories where the danger keeps escalating.
Definitely an intriguing premise for anyone who enjoys action-packed thrillers with a romantic storyline running underneath.
August 24, 2026
**Target: Prendergast Uncovered** has a really intriguing setup. Brad Prendergast starts out living a carefree life in Malibu, but everything changes when he is recruited by MI6 for an undercover mission that puts him directly in the path of serious danger.
What caught my attention is how quickly the mission becomes personal. Brad is supposed to gather information, but developing feelings for Carrick’s daughter makes an already dangerous assignment even more complicated. Once he attracts the attention of the wrong people, the line between undercover agent and target becomes frighteningly thin.
The international locations also add to the appeal, with the story moving through Hawaii, Las Vegas, Acapulco, and Belfast. There seems to be a constant sense of movement and uncertainty as Brad tries to survive while uncovering a potentially devastating plot.
The combination of espionage, romance, revenge, and fast-paced action makes **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sound like an entertaining choice for readers who enjoy thrillers where the stakes keep getting higher.
What caught my attention is how quickly the mission becomes personal. Brad is supposed to gather information, but developing feelings for Carrick’s daughter makes an already dangerous assignment even more complicated. Once he attracts the attention of the wrong people, the line between undercover agent and target becomes frighteningly thin.
The international locations also add to the appeal, with the story moving through Hawaii, Las Vegas, Acapulco, and Belfast. There seems to be a constant sense of movement and uncertainty as Brad tries to survive while uncovering a potentially devastating plot.
The combination of espionage, romance, revenge, and fast-paced action makes **Target: Prendergast Uncovered** sound like an entertaining choice for readers who enjoy thrillers where the stakes keep getting higher.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* takes an interesting approach to the spy thriller genre by placing an ordinary young man in an extraordinary situation. That unique perspective made the story feel fresh and kept me curious about how Brad would handle each new challenge.
I enjoyed the way the novel combined high-stakes action with moments of romance and personal conflict. The relationship between Brad and Cara added an emotional element that complemented the suspense rather than distracting from it.
The pacing is one of the book's strongest qualities. With unexpected twists, dangerous missions, and plenty of intrigue, there was always something happening to keep the story moving and the tension high.
Overall, this is a fun and engaging thriller that delivers action, mystery, and adventure in equal measure. If you're looking for an entertaining read with an original premise and plenty of excitement, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth picking up.
I enjoyed the way the novel combined high-stakes action with moments of romance and personal conflict. The relationship between Brad and Cara added an emotional element that complemented the suspense rather than distracting from it.
The pacing is one of the book's strongest qualities. With unexpected twists, dangerous missions, and plenty of intrigue, there was always something happening to keep the story moving and the tension high.
Overall, this is a fun and engaging thriller that delivers action, mystery, and adventure in equal measure. If you're looking for an entertaining read with an original premise and plenty of excitement, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth picking up.
August 25, 2026
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*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* was such an exciting read! I really enjoyed how quickly the story moved and how Brad gets thrown into a world that is completely different from the life he was used to.
There was a great mix of suspense, action, mystery, and romance. I liked the undercover element especially because it kept me wondering who Brad could trust and how far things were going to go. The story also moves through several different locations, which made it feel like a real adventure.
Brad was an interesting character because he starts out so unprepared for what he's getting himself into, but gradually has to become much more careful and courageous. The tension kept building throughout the story, and there were plenty of moments that made me want to keep reading.
Overall, a fun, fast-paced thriller with lots of suspense, unexpected turns, and an interesting cast of characters. 📚⭐️
*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* was such an exciting read! I really enjoyed how quickly the story moved and how Brad gets thrown into a world that is completely different from the life he was used to.
There was a great mix of suspense, action, mystery, and romance. I liked the undercover element especially because it kept me wondering who Brad could trust and how far things were going to go. The story also moves through several different locations, which made it feel like a real adventure.
Brad was an interesting character because he starts out so unprepared for what he's getting himself into, but gradually has to become much more careful and courageous. The tension kept building throughout the story, and there were plenty of moments that made me want to keep reading.
Overall, a fun, fast-paced thriller with lots of suspense, unexpected turns, and an interesting cast of characters. 📚⭐️
August 25, 2026
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*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* was a really entertaining thriller. I enjoyed the way Brad is taken from his carefree life in Malibu and suddenly finds himself caught up in a much more serious and dangerous situation.
The undercover storyline kept me interested because there was always the question of whether Brad would be able to keep up the act and who he could trust. I also liked the combination of suspense and romance, which gave the story another layer beyond the action.
The different settings, from Hawaii and Las Vegas to Acapulco and Belfast, made the book feel like a real journey. The tension kept building as Brad became more deeply involved, and I was curious to see how everything would eventually unfold.
Overall, a fast-paced read with plenty of suspense, action, romance, and unexpected turns. 📚⭐️
*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* was a really entertaining thriller. I enjoyed the way Brad is taken from his carefree life in Malibu and suddenly finds himself caught up in a much more serious and dangerous situation.
The undercover storyline kept me interested because there was always the question of whether Brad would be able to keep up the act and who he could trust. I also liked the combination of suspense and romance, which gave the story another layer beyond the action.
The different settings, from Hawaii and Las Vegas to Acapulco and Belfast, made the book feel like a real journey. The tension kept building as Brad became more deeply involved, and I was curious to see how everything would eventually unfold.
Overall, a fast-paced read with plenty of suspense, action, romance, and unexpected turns. 📚⭐️
August 25, 2026
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*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* is a fast-paced thriller with a really interesting premise. I enjoyed seeing Brad go from a carefree lifestyle to being caught up in an undercover operation where the stakes become increasingly serious.
The suspense was one of my favourite parts of the book. As Brad becomes more involved, the story keeps raising the tension and making you wonder how everything is going to turn out. The romance adds another interesting element and makes his situation even more complicated.
I also liked how the story travels through different locations, giving it a big, adventurous feel. There is plenty happening throughout, so it never feels like the story is standing still.
Overall, an entertaining combination of action, suspense, romance, and espionage. A great choice if you enjoy thrillers that keep the pace moving! ⭐️📚
*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* is a fast-paced thriller with a really interesting premise. I enjoyed seeing Brad go from a carefree lifestyle to being caught up in an undercover operation where the stakes become increasingly serious.
The suspense was one of my favourite parts of the book. As Brad becomes more involved, the story keeps raising the tension and making you wonder how everything is going to turn out. The romance adds another interesting element and makes his situation even more complicated.
I also liked how the story travels through different locations, giving it a big, adventurous feel. There is plenty happening throughout, so it never feels like the story is standing still.
Overall, an entertaining combination of action, suspense, romance, and espionage. A great choice if you enjoy thrillers that keep the pace moving! ⭐️📚
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is an enjoyable spy thriller that offers plenty of excitement from the very first chapter. I liked how Brad's ordinary lifestyle contrasts with the dangerous world he's suddenly thrown into, making his journey feel fresh and unpredictable.
The story moves at a brisk pace, combining suspense, romance, and international adventure in a way that kept me turning the pages. The unexpected twists added just the right amount of tension without overshadowing the characters.
Overall, this is an entertaining and easy-to-read thriller with an original concept and plenty of action. If you enjoy stories filled with intrigue, danger, and adventure, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is a great choice.
The story moves at a brisk pace, combining suspense, romance, and international adventure in a way that kept me turning the pages. The unexpected twists added just the right amount of tension without overshadowing the characters.
Overall, this is an entertaining and easy-to-read thriller with an original concept and plenty of action. If you enjoy stories filled with intrigue, danger, and adventure, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is a great choice.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is an enjoyable thriller that kept me hooked with its fast pace and unpredictable storyline. Brad's transformation from a laid-back surfer into an undercover operative gave the novel a fresh and interesting perspective.
I liked the way the story combined suspense, adventure, and romance without losing momentum. The unexpected twists and high-stakes situations made each chapter entertaining and kept me curious about what would happen next.
Overall, this is a well-written action thriller with an engaging plot and memorable characters. If you enjoy stories filled with espionage, danger, and a little romance, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth reading.
I liked the way the story combined suspense, adventure, and romance without losing momentum. The unexpected twists and high-stakes situations made each chapter entertaining and kept me curious about what would happen next.
Overall, this is a well-written action thriller with an engaging plot and memorable characters. If you enjoy stories filled with espionage, danger, and a little romance, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth reading.
August 25, 2026
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*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* is a fast-paced thriller that kept me interested from the beginning. I really enjoyed the contrast between Brad’s laid-back life in California and the much more dangerous world he gets pulled into.
The story has plenty of suspense, unexpected turns, and moments where I was wondering what was going to happen next. I also liked how the romance was mixed into the bigger storyline without taking away from the action.
The different locations made the story feel even more exciting, and the plot kept moving at a good pace. Brad was an interesting character to follow as he found himself in situations that were far beyond anything he expected.
Overall, a really enjoyable thriller with action, suspense, romance, and plenty of twists. ⭐️
*Target: Prendergast Uncovered* is a fast-paced thriller that kept me interested from the beginning. I really enjoyed the contrast between Brad’s laid-back life in California and the much more dangerous world he gets pulled into.
The story has plenty of suspense, unexpected turns, and moments where I was wondering what was going to happen next. I also liked how the romance was mixed into the bigger storyline without taking away from the action.
The different locations made the story feel even more exciting, and the plot kept moving at a good pace. Brad was an interesting character to follow as he found himself in situations that were far beyond anything he expected.
Overall, a really enjoyable thriller with action, suspense, romance, and plenty of twists. ⭐️
June 4, 2024
A thriller novel that fits squarely in its genre. I think it has excellent pacing and a rigorous plot. The writing was pretty plain, and I was a little taken aback by one incident in the backstory but I also understand this wasn't relevant to the novel as a whole. Anyways, Brad seemed like a well developed stereotypical surfer character. I thought the romance between him and Cara was very cute. This is a thriller, but the romantic subplot is very heavy. And the way certain scenes/women are described do make me believe that men would be a good audience for this novel, but there's definitely nothing wrong with that! Overall, good novel and certainly provides the thrills.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is a fast-paced thriller that offers a refreshing twist on the classic spy story. Brad's unexpected journey from a carefree surfer to an undercover operative makes for an entertaining and unpredictable adventure.
I enjoyed the mix of suspense, romance, and international intrigue. The story moves quickly, with enough surprises to keep the pages turning while still giving the characters room to grow.
Overall, this is an enjoyable action thriller with an original concept and plenty of excitement. If you're a fan of espionage stories with a touch of romance, this book is definitely worth a read.
I enjoyed the mix of suspense, romance, and international intrigue. The story moves quickly, with enough surprises to keep the pages turning while still giving the characters room to grow.
Overall, this is an enjoyable action thriller with an original concept and plenty of excitement. If you're a fan of espionage stories with a touch of romance, this book is definitely worth a read.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* delivers an entertaining blend of action, suspense, and adventure from beginning to end. I liked how the story takes an ordinary character and places him in extraordinary circumstances, making the journey feel both exciting and relatable.
The combination of espionage, romance, and unexpected twists kept the story engaging without feeling overcomplicated. Every new challenge added to the excitement and made me want to keep reading.
Overall, this is a fun, well-paced thriller with an original premise and plenty of intrigue. It's a great choice for readers who enjoy action-packed stories with a touch of mystery and romance.
The combination of espionage, romance, and unexpected twists kept the story engaging without feeling overcomplicated. Every new challenge added to the excitement and made me want to keep reading.
Overall, this is a fun, well-paced thriller with an original premise and plenty of intrigue. It's a great choice for readers who enjoy action-packed stories with a touch of mystery and romance.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is an exciting thriller that keeps the action moving while introducing an interesting twist on the traditional spy story. Brad's unexpected role in a dangerous mission makes for an engaging and entertaining read.
I enjoyed the balance of suspense, adventure, and romance. The story has plenty of twists to maintain the excitement, and the fast pace makes it easy to keep turning the pages.
Overall, this is a solid action thriller with an original concept and likeable characters. If you're looking for a quick, entertaining read filled with intrigue and adventure, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth checking out.
I enjoyed the balance of suspense, adventure, and romance. The story has plenty of twists to maintain the excitement, and the fast pace makes it easy to keep turning the pages.
Overall, this is a solid action thriller with an original concept and likeable characters. If you're looking for a quick, entertaining read filled with intrigue and adventure, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth checking out.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is an engaging thriller that offers a unique spin on the spy genre. Brad's transformation from an easygoing surfer to someone caught in a dangerous undercover mission made the story both entertaining and unpredictable.
I enjoyed the way the novel blended action with romance and suspense. The twists kept the momentum going, while the relationship between Brad and Cara added an extra layer of interest to the story.
Overall, this is a fast-moving and enjoyable read with plenty of intrigue and excitement. If you're looking for a thriller that's packed with adventure and unexpected turns, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is well worth picking up.
I enjoyed the way the novel blended action with romance and suspense. The twists kept the momentum going, while the relationship between Brad and Cara added an extra layer of interest to the story.
Overall, this is a fast-moving and enjoyable read with plenty of intrigue and excitement. If you're looking for a thriller that's packed with adventure and unexpected turns, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is well worth picking up.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is an entertaining read that offers a fresh perspective on the spy thriller genre. Instead of a seasoned agent, the story follows an ordinary young man whose unexpected mission leads to plenty of danger and excitement.
I enjoyed the fast pace and the way the suspense was balanced with romance and adventure. The twists kept the story interesting, and the changing locations added to the sense of excitement.
Overall, this is a well-crafted thriller that's easy to get into and hard to put down. If you enjoy stories filled with espionage, action, and unexpected surprises, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth a read.
I enjoyed the fast pace and the way the suspense was balanced with romance and adventure. The twists kept the story interesting, and the changing locations added to the sense of excitement.
Overall, this is a well-crafted thriller that's easy to get into and hard to put down. If you enjoy stories filled with espionage, action, and unexpected surprises, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth a read.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is a gripping thriller that keeps the excitement going from start to finish. I enjoyed watching Brad evolve from a carefree surfer into someone forced to navigate a dangerous world of espionage and deception.
The story strikes a good balance between action, suspense, and romance, making it easy to stay invested in both the plot and the characters. The unexpected twists kept me guessing and added to the overall excitement.
Overall, this is an entertaining read with a unique premise and plenty of fast-paced adventure. It's a great pick for anyone who enjoys spy thrillers with engaging characters and nonstop intrigue.
The story strikes a good balance between action, suspense, and romance, making it easy to stay invested in both the plot and the characters. The unexpected twists kept me guessing and added to the overall excitement.
Overall, this is an entertaining read with a unique premise and plenty of fast-paced adventure. It's a great pick for anyone who enjoys spy thrillers with engaging characters and nonstop intrigue.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is a thrilling read that offers a fresh and entertaining take on the espionage genre. Brad's unexpected role in a dangerous mission made the story feel original, and I enjoyed watching him adapt to the challenges he faced.
The novel keeps a steady pace with a good mix of action, suspense, and romance. The twists were well placed, and the changing locations added to the excitement without taking away from the story.
Overall, this is an enjoyable thriller with engaging characters and an adventurous plot. It's a great choice for readers who appreciate fast-paced stories filled with intrigue, danger, and unexpected surprises.
The novel keeps a steady pace with a good mix of action, suspense, and romance. The twists were well placed, and the changing locations added to the excitement without taking away from the story.
Overall, this is an enjoyable thriller with engaging characters and an adventurous plot. It's a great choice for readers who appreciate fast-paced stories filled with intrigue, danger, and unexpected surprises.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is an entertaining spy thriller that stands out with its unique premise and engaging storyline. Brad's unexpected journey into the world of espionage made the story feel fresh, and I enjoyed watching him adapt to every new challenge.
The novel does a great job of mixing action, suspense, and romance, creating a fast-paced adventure that never loses momentum. The twists kept me guessing, and the story remained exciting from beginning to end.
Overall, this is a fun and engaging read with memorable characters and plenty of intrigue. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys thrilling adventures with espionage, danger, and a touch of romance.
The novel does a great job of mixing action, suspense, and romance, creating a fast-paced adventure that never loses momentum. The twists kept me guessing, and the story remained exciting from beginning to end.
Overall, this is a fun and engaging read with memorable characters and plenty of intrigue. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys thrilling adventures with espionage, danger, and a touch of romance.
June 30, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is a fast-moving thriller that grabbed my attention with its unique premise and engaging characters. Brad's unexpected transition into the world of undercover operations made the story feel fresh and entertaining.
I enjoyed the blend of action, suspense, and romance, which kept the plot exciting without overshadowing the characters. The unexpected twists and constant sense of danger made it difficult to put the book down.
Overall, this is an enjoyable thriller with a solid mix of adventure and intrigue. If you like stories filled with espionage, unexpected turns, and memorable characters, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is a great choice.
I enjoyed the blend of action, suspense, and romance, which kept the plot exciting without overshadowing the characters. The unexpected twists and constant sense of danger made it difficult to put the book down.
Overall, this is an enjoyable thriller with a solid mix of adventure and intrigue. If you like stories filled with espionage, unexpected turns, and memorable characters, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is a great choice.
July 1, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is an exciting read that puts a fresh spin on the traditional spy thriller. Brad's unexpected role in a dangerous mission makes the story feel unique, and I enjoyed watching him grow as the stakes became higher.
The novel blends suspense, action, and romance seamlessly, creating a fast-paced story that never loses momentum. Each twist kept me interested and eager to see how everything would unfold.
Overall, this is a gripping thriller with an entertaining plot and likeable characters. If you enjoy stories packed with espionage, adventure, and unexpected surprises, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth your time.
The novel blends suspense, action, and romance seamlessly, creating a fast-paced story that never loses momentum. Each twist kept me interested and eager to see how everything would unfold.
Overall, this is a gripping thriller with an entertaining plot and likeable characters. If you enjoy stories packed with espionage, adventure, and unexpected surprises, *Target: Dangerous Deception* is definitely worth your time.
July 1, 2026
*Target: Dangerous Deception* is a compelling thriller that offers a refreshing mix of espionage, action, and adventure. Brad's unexpected introduction to the world of undercover operations makes for a story that's both exciting and easy to follow.
I liked how the suspense built naturally as the mission became more dangerous. The romance added another dimension to the plot without taking away from the fast-paced action, and the twists kept me interested throughout.
Overall, this is an entertaining and well-paced novel with an engaging storyline and memorable characters. It's a great read for anyone who enjoys spy thrillers with plenty of suspense and unexpected turns.
I liked how the suspense built naturally as the mission became more dangerous. The romance added another dimension to the plot without taking away from the fast-paced action, and the twists kept me interested throughout.
Overall, this is an entertaining and well-paced novel with an engaging storyline and memorable characters. It's a great read for anyone who enjoys spy thrillers with plenty of suspense and unexpected turns.
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