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Tears of Abraham #1
Genesis
Is her love of country strong enough for her to cover up its most shameful secret?
Israel, under attack, hit back at its enemy with all the terrible force it could muster. The Code of Hammurabi, ‘An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth…’ was the justification and the rallying call.
A terrible act was done only to be covered up, hidden and buried for a quarter of a century.
Now its secrets are gradually being unearthed.
A brother searching for a long-lost pilot is making waves.
A reporter with the scent of a story is asking questions.
A Mossad director nearing retirement, desperate the keep the past buried is alerted to the involvement of a disgraced ex-Mossad operative, exiled by her own organisation.
The Mossad’s Prodigal Daughter is tantalisingly drawn into the events committed before she was born with the promise that she could return to her homeland.
With the reputation of her country at stake as well as her own future, can an old man persuade her to enter war torn Syria, to discover the truth and find the resurgent activity behind Operation Tears of Abraham.
Krystian Romanova
Krystian Romanova, a one-time Mossad operative, burned by the IDF on trumped up charges and exiled from her Israeli homeland. She makes a lucrative living amid the conflicts that still ravage the Middle East as a kidnap intermediary, a negotiator and, in extreme circumstances, a hostage rescuer. She, together with her partner and mentor John Scobie, a quiet and deadly ex SAS trooper, make a formidable team in a dangerous game.
When she is called upon by an Israeli Professor with a tale of a brother abandoned and held Prisoner of War for a quarter of a century by the Syrians, she and Scobie are sceptical and reject his appeal for help. They both know that it is a matter of faith with the Israeli military that they will always get their people back.
Israel, under attack, hit back at its enemy with all the terrible force it could muster. The Code of Hammurabi, ‘An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth…’ was the justification and the rallying call.
A terrible act was done only to be covered up, hidden and buried for a quarter of a century.
Now its secrets are gradually being unearthed.
A brother searching for a long-lost pilot is making waves.
A reporter with the scent of a story is asking questions.
A Mossad director nearing retirement, desperate the keep the past buried is alerted to the involvement of a disgraced ex-Mossad operative, exiled by her own organisation.
The Mossad’s Prodigal Daughter is tantalisingly drawn into the events committed before she was born with the promise that she could return to her homeland.
With the reputation of her country at stake as well as her own future, can an old man persuade her to enter war torn Syria, to discover the truth and find the resurgent activity behind Operation Tears of Abraham.
Krystian Romanova
Krystian Romanova, a one-time Mossad operative, burned by the IDF on trumped up charges and exiled from her Israeli homeland. She makes a lucrative living amid the conflicts that still ravage the Middle East as a kidnap intermediary, a negotiator and, in extreme circumstances, a hostage rescuer. She, together with her partner and mentor John Scobie, a quiet and deadly ex SAS trooper, make a formidable team in a dangerous game.
When she is called upon by an Israeli Professor with a tale of a brother abandoned and held Prisoner of War for a quarter of a century by the Syrians, she and Scobie are sceptical and reject his appeal for help. They both know that it is a matter of faith with the Israeli military that they will always get their people back.
224 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 6, 2015
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About the author
Jack Clark
20 books6 followersJack Clark came to writing late after spending his life creating three different careers. His first career was as a Stage Carpenter, Stage Manager, Production Manager and Set Designer in some of the UK’s most prestigious theatres, at different times designing sets, building them in the workshops and running the performances.
Using the skills he learned in production, he began a new career in property development, buying houses, turning them around into affordable homes for families, a business he continues to run.
Twenty years ago he was asked if he could teach the technical skills he learned in the British Theatre Industry to a new generation of learners and so began his third career – as a teacher.
Graduating – while working full time - with a degree from the University of Manchester, Jack spent eighteen years working as a college lecturer, personal tutor and Mentor.
He now devotes his time between property development and his passion for writing.
Jack began writing professionally with the intent of creating a credible and rounded female action hero. His creation – Krystian Romanova – has been hailed as a true female hero for the twenty first century.
Her first appearance in ‘Tears of Abraham: Genesis’ was a worldwide success, described by one reviewer as ‘Exciting, intense and stirringly emotional in all the right places.’ and another offering his insight that ‘…the depiction of the Israelis rang true, which is not often seen in "Mossad Novels" …
This initial volume was followed by the second book in the trilogy ‘Tears of Abraham: Revelations’ an action packed roller-coaster of a ride where Krystian and her mentor John Scobie fight for their lives against the barbaric forces of the Islamic State alongside onetime enemies, now strange bedfellows and allies.
The third and final book in the trilogy, ‘Tears of Abraham: Apocalypse’ was published in September 2019.
Jack is a husband and father of two. He lives in the North of England.
Using the skills he learned in production, he began a new career in property development, buying houses, turning them around into affordable homes for families, a business he continues to run.
Twenty years ago he was asked if he could teach the technical skills he learned in the British Theatre Industry to a new generation of learners and so began his third career – as a teacher.
Graduating – while working full time - with a degree from the University of Manchester, Jack spent eighteen years working as a college lecturer, personal tutor and Mentor.
He now devotes his time between property development and his passion for writing.
Jack began writing professionally with the intent of creating a credible and rounded female action hero. His creation – Krystian Romanova – has been hailed as a true female hero for the twenty first century.
Her first appearance in ‘Tears of Abraham: Genesis’ was a worldwide success, described by one reviewer as ‘Exciting, intense and stirringly emotional in all the right places.’ and another offering his insight that ‘…the depiction of the Israelis rang true, which is not often seen in "Mossad Novels" …
This initial volume was followed by the second book in the trilogy ‘Tears of Abraham: Revelations’ an action packed roller-coaster of a ride where Krystian and her mentor John Scobie fight for their lives against the barbaric forces of the Islamic State alongside onetime enemies, now strange bedfellows and allies.
The third and final book in the trilogy, ‘Tears of Abraham: Apocalypse’ was published in September 2019.
Jack is a husband and father of two. He lives in the North of England.
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September 5, 2017
An inspiring female lead protagonist you can believe in.
The book cover does not do the story contained within justice. Yes, this book has its roots deep in Israel, the Mossad and there are weapons a plenty but is a story of belonging. Belonging to a country, belonging to an organisation and the friendships, memories and all the baggage that come with it.
Krystian Romanova is a heroine for the twenty-first century. She is not perfect but she is inspiring, someone you can believe in.
This is the first book in a trilogy and it feels like it, emphasis on creating real characters gives this book a depth which, having read through it, allows you to see how multi-layered it really is. As a standalone book this is good. As the start of a trilogy, it has you hooked and I have already started the next volume.
Great start made even better with a new and smart female lead character.
The book cover does not do the story contained within justice. Yes, this book has its roots deep in Israel, the Mossad and there are weapons a plenty but is a story of belonging. Belonging to a country, belonging to an organisation and the friendships, memories and all the baggage that come with it.
Krystian Romanova is a heroine for the twenty-first century. She is not perfect but she is inspiring, someone you can believe in.
This is the first book in a trilogy and it feels like it, emphasis on creating real characters gives this book a depth which, having read through it, allows you to see how multi-layered it really is. As a standalone book this is good. As the start of a trilogy, it has you hooked and I have already started the next volume.
Great start made even better with a new and smart female lead character.
August 30, 2017
A good story, fast paced and cogently written. The characters are all well drawn and genuinely sympathetic. Up to the minute nods to the political situation in the Middle East no not get in the way of a story centred around the books heroine, Krystian Romanova, a breath of fresh air, a real savvy character for the twenty first century.
The ending came too soon but lays the foundations and has all the makings of a strong series. A good story, well told. Five stars for a new writer.
The ending came too soon but lays the foundations and has all the makings of a strong series. A good story, well told. Five stars for a new writer.
May 11, 2018
A wonderful story of belonging and duty.
Krystian Romanova has been exiled from her home country. When representatives of that country come to seek her help, she is torn between duty and independence. A fascinating multi-stranded story well told.
Krystian Romanova has been exiled from her home country. When representatives of that country come to seek her help, she is torn between duty and independence. A fascinating multi-stranded story well told.
August 3, 2020
One of the best books by a new writer I have read this year
I was recommended this trilogy of books by a friend whose opinion I respect as a good piece of escapist reading to get through the boredom of lockdown and I am glad I took his advice.
This is the opening book of the trilogy and starts with a kidnapping exchange on the Afghan – Pakistani border to introduce us to the central characters Krystian Romanova and, to a lesser extent, John Scobie where they face up to a gang of kidnappers to ensure the safe release of a snatched child. The action is realistic and well written and lays the foundations of the heroine, both realistic and sympathetic. Congratulations to this new writer on the creation of a well-rounded female lead.
I like the way the author expects a certain level of acumen from the reader, not talking down and explaining in detail things that the average reader will know. It is nice to be treated as an adult.
The main body of the story reveals a secret operation conducted by Israel in the wake of the Gulf War. Secrets of that operation are coming to life and one old man in a senior position within The Mossad fears that a terrible secret, long hidden and buried deep, is coming back to haunt his country. He must move quickly to stop his country becoming a pariah state.
As the first book in a trilogy this one has a lot going for it. The cover price of 99p is low enough to buy on impulse and I can understand a new writer setting such a low bar to encourage speculative purchases. Tears of Abraham – Genesis is a very good read, exploring the psyche of duty and love of country against the background of betrayal and conspiracy.
As other reviewers have said, the book is well written but the author makes it clear; this is the start of a longer story. I for one am looking forward to reading the remaining two books. If they are as good as this one is, the lockdown will be a lot less boring.
I was recommended this trilogy of books by a friend whose opinion I respect as a good piece of escapist reading to get through the boredom of lockdown and I am glad I took his advice.
This is the opening book of the trilogy and starts with a kidnapping exchange on the Afghan – Pakistani border to introduce us to the central characters Krystian Romanova and, to a lesser extent, John Scobie where they face up to a gang of kidnappers to ensure the safe release of a snatched child. The action is realistic and well written and lays the foundations of the heroine, both realistic and sympathetic. Congratulations to this new writer on the creation of a well-rounded female lead.
I like the way the author expects a certain level of acumen from the reader, not talking down and explaining in detail things that the average reader will know. It is nice to be treated as an adult.
The main body of the story reveals a secret operation conducted by Israel in the wake of the Gulf War. Secrets of that operation are coming to life and one old man in a senior position within The Mossad fears that a terrible secret, long hidden and buried deep, is coming back to haunt his country. He must move quickly to stop his country becoming a pariah state.
As the first book in a trilogy this one has a lot going for it. The cover price of 99p is low enough to buy on impulse and I can understand a new writer setting such a low bar to encourage speculative purchases. Tears of Abraham – Genesis is a very good read, exploring the psyche of duty and love of country against the background of betrayal and conspiracy.
As other reviewers have said, the book is well written but the author makes it clear; this is the start of a longer story. I for one am looking forward to reading the remaining two books. If they are as good as this one is, the lockdown will be a lot less boring.
September 27, 2019
A very promising start
This book cost me just 99p – an introductory price for a book which is the first in a trilogy by a new writer.
The cheap cover price is an obvious come on. Nobody is going to pay top dollar for an unknown author but 99p is less than a cup of coffee for a book which, having read other reviews, is said to be a (sorry about this) Goodread.
The book starts a bit like a Clive Cussler novel with a short prequel story laying down a marker for events yet to come. So far, so normal.
What followed was a story which brought me into the world of Krystian Romanova, a kind of female protagonist that is all too rare in the modern era of “Kick Ass” two dimensional “Superheroes”. Krystian Romanova is believable lead set in a believable world. She is smart and savvy but also human and sometimes vulnerable. She is able to stand up for herself, she does not trample over the lives and feelings of others. This is a well rounded and sympathetic character in a book which looks to me that it is laying the ground for subsequent books in the series.
Other characters are well drawn, retired members of the CIA and the Stasi mingle with some aging, some ruthlessly ambitious members of The Mossad. This book is not over-long but it does tell its tale well, a tale of redemption and battles fought long ago and battles still to come.
In summary, this is an admirable first book from a new writer, it is deep, thoughtful and explores the realms of duty, belonging and friendship within the framework of Middle East espionage, deceit and conspiracy. The remaining two books in the trilogy have been published and are the next two volumes on my reading list.
Can’t wait.
This book cost me just 99p – an introductory price for a book which is the first in a trilogy by a new writer.
The cheap cover price is an obvious come on. Nobody is going to pay top dollar for an unknown author but 99p is less than a cup of coffee for a book which, having read other reviews, is said to be a (sorry about this) Goodread.
The book starts a bit like a Clive Cussler novel with a short prequel story laying down a marker for events yet to come. So far, so normal.
What followed was a story which brought me into the world of Krystian Romanova, a kind of female protagonist that is all too rare in the modern era of “Kick Ass” two dimensional “Superheroes”. Krystian Romanova is believable lead set in a believable world. She is smart and savvy but also human and sometimes vulnerable. She is able to stand up for herself, she does not trample over the lives and feelings of others. This is a well rounded and sympathetic character in a book which looks to me that it is laying the ground for subsequent books in the series.
Other characters are well drawn, retired members of the CIA and the Stasi mingle with some aging, some ruthlessly ambitious members of The Mossad. This book is not over-long but it does tell its tale well, a tale of redemption and battles fought long ago and battles still to come.
In summary, this is an admirable first book from a new writer, it is deep, thoughtful and explores the realms of duty, belonging and friendship within the framework of Middle East espionage, deceit and conspiracy. The remaining two books in the trilogy have been published and are the next two volumes on my reading list.
Can’t wait.
November 29, 2020
Tears of Abraham: Genesis is, without question one of the best clandestine thrillers I’ve ever read!
I. Thoroughly enjoyed reading Tears of Abraham: Genesis and highly recommend it. It is chock full of edge of your seat and will keep you anxiously turning pages.
I. Thoroughly enjoyed reading Tears of Abraham: Genesis and highly recommend it. It is chock full of edge of your seat and will keep you anxiously turning pages.
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