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Paladine
Robert Garcia was an unremarkable man, tapped out of a promising military career to become a death squad assassin for the CIA. Retirement was not in the cards for Robert, so he disappeared instead. After he comes out of the cold to answer the call to aid a fellow soldier facing a bum rap, he is thrust back into the spotlight when he is in the wrong place at the wrong time and kills a terrorist, thereby saving dozens of lives. He finds gainful employment in the slaughter of jihadists, which sparks an urban legend that Robert, a dangerous and unfeeling assassin, is a living paladin, whose mission is to rid the earth of evil for the betterment of mankind. Social media gives him the name: "Paladine" and God help whoever gets between him and his next target.
242 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 18, 2016
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About the author
Kenneth Eade
52 books180 followersDescribed by critics as "one of our strongest thriller writers on the scene," author Kenneth Eade, best known for his legal and political thrillers, practiced law for 30 years before publishing his first novel, "An Involuntary Spy." Eade, an up and coming author in the legal thriller and courtroom drama genre, has been described by critics as "One of our strongest thriller writers on the scene and the fact that he draws his stories from the contemporary philosophical landscape is very much to his credit." He is often compared to John Grisham, whom many regard as the master of the legal thriller.
Says Eade of the comparisons, "Readers compare me in style to John Grisham and, although there are some similarities, because John also likes to craft a story around real topics and we are both lawyers, all of my novels are rooted in reality, not fantasy. I use fictional characters and situations to express factual and conceptual issues. Some use the term 'faction' to describe this style, and it is present in all my fictional works."
Eade has written twenty novels, which are now in the process of being translated into ten languages. He is known to keep in touch with his readers, offering free books and discounts to all those who sign up at his web site, www.kennetheade.com.
Email: info@kennetheade.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KennethGEade...
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Says Eade of the comparisons, "Readers compare me in style to John Grisham and, although there are some similarities, because John also likes to craft a story around real topics and we are both lawyers, all of my novels are rooted in reality, not fantasy. I use fictional characters and situations to express factual and conceptual issues. Some use the term 'faction' to describe this style, and it is present in all my fictional works."
Eade has written twenty novels, which are now in the process of being translated into ten languages. He is known to keep in touch with his readers, offering free books and discounts to all those who sign up at his web site, www.kennetheade.com.
Email: info@kennetheade.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KennethGEade...
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KennethEade1
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March 22, 2017
Robert Garcia knows all about war. Born as John Richards jr., son of a Lebanese mother and an American military career men, his own career was clear since he was a little boy. He made Captain in the US Army, his Arabic looks, and second language, made him a great asset for his country in the fight against terrorism as a member of a band of assassins.
After retiring he tried to live a normal life as Robert Garcia, but after testifying in court for a fellow soldier he doesn’t feel safe anymore and fears his new identity will be exposed. Therefore, he parts with his so-called normal life and hits the streets.
At a McDonald’s, while munching his burger, Robert becomes aware of a man with a gun, and in a fraction of a second, due to his skills, shoots the assassin and immediately flees the scene. This incident is the beginning of the legend of Paladine. The man who kills terrorists and disappears like a ghost.
Billionaire Bryce Williamson lost his son in a terrorist attack a few years ago and the idea of getting vengeance on the one responsible, an ISIS soldier, for what he did to his son starts to grow in Williamson’s head, he wants Paladine. He establishes a foundation for a fight against terrorism within a partner website on the Dark Net where he contacts Paladine and hires him for his own fight against terrorism.
During his journey through the US, leaving a trail of dead ISIS fighters, Robert is chased by the National Counter-terrorism Center, FBI, and a Detective from Phoenix, living a life both of a hunter and a hunted.
Kenneth Eade is covering issues we all know and worry about, terrorism, ISIS, and the fight against them, this is part of our lives nowadays. Therefore, it was about time to put it all into a novel.
The author has plotted the story excellently. It is easy to read due to the short chapters and Eade’s engaging writing style. Although it is a serious topic, I enjoyed reading about Paladine. The idea that someone is out there taking charge is kind of comforting. The main character, Robert Garcia, is a killer, but nevertheless he seems to have his heart in the right place. I think it is difficult to build a character, being a killer but also a good man, but Eade accomplished this task very well.
This book is a gripping thriller about terrorism and how people manage to coping with it, one way or the other. Although, everyone has to decide for him, or herself which way may be the right one. I think telling a story like this one is very important, therefore I thoroughly recommend you give it a read.
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After retiring he tried to live a normal life as Robert Garcia, but after testifying in court for a fellow soldier he doesn’t feel safe anymore and fears his new identity will be exposed. Therefore, he parts with his so-called normal life and hits the streets.
At a McDonald’s, while munching his burger, Robert becomes aware of a man with a gun, and in a fraction of a second, due to his skills, shoots the assassin and immediately flees the scene. This incident is the beginning of the legend of Paladine. The man who kills terrorists and disappears like a ghost.
Billionaire Bryce Williamson lost his son in a terrorist attack a few years ago and the idea of getting vengeance on the one responsible, an ISIS soldier, for what he did to his son starts to grow in Williamson’s head, he wants Paladine. He establishes a foundation for a fight against terrorism within a partner website on the Dark Net where he contacts Paladine and hires him for his own fight against terrorism.
During his journey through the US, leaving a trail of dead ISIS fighters, Robert is chased by the National Counter-terrorism Center, FBI, and a Detective from Phoenix, living a life both of a hunter and a hunted.
Kenneth Eade is covering issues we all know and worry about, terrorism, ISIS, and the fight against them, this is part of our lives nowadays. Therefore, it was about time to put it all into a novel.
The author has plotted the story excellently. It is easy to read due to the short chapters and Eade’s engaging writing style. Although it is a serious topic, I enjoyed reading about Paladine. The idea that someone is out there taking charge is kind of comforting. The main character, Robert Garcia, is a killer, but nevertheless he seems to have his heart in the right place. I think it is difficult to build a character, being a killer but also a good man, but Eade accomplished this task very well.
This book is a gripping thriller about terrorism and how people manage to coping with it, one way or the other. Although, everyone has to decide for him, or herself which way may be the right one. I think telling a story like this one is very important, therefore I thoroughly recommend you give it a read.
Reviewed on www.whisperingstories.com
September 23, 2016
Thought provoking story.
"Whenever men take the law into their own hands, the loser is the law. And when the law loses, freedom languishes." Robert Kennedy
This was at the beginning of this book, while reading, kept asking myself "do I agree with this at this time?". Is Paladine vigilante or hero, saving thousands of innocent people? We know this kind of killers are operating outside the USA and we called them heroes. Will be thinking about this book for a long time. But one thing should be corrected, 72 virgins at the end became 77 and if this is being promised to men, does anybody know, what is being promised to female terrorists?
"Whenever men take the law into their own hands, the loser is the law. And when the law loses, freedom languishes." Robert Kennedy
This was at the beginning of this book, while reading, kept asking myself "do I agree with this at this time?". Is Paladine vigilante or hero, saving thousands of innocent people? We know this kind of killers are operating outside the USA and we called them heroes. Will be thinking about this book for a long time. But one thing should be corrected, 72 virgins at the end became 77 and if this is being promised to men, does anybody know, what is being promised to female terrorists?
February 25, 2019
Page turner
Paladin is a very skilled "vigilante. He's in the wrong place, at the right time. He shoots a terrorist just before innocent people are hurt, then has to get off the grid. But, his actions have been noticed, and targeted by law enforcement, and a benefactor wanting to support his continued fight for justice. Action packed and thrilling.
Paladin is a very skilled "vigilante. He's in the wrong place, at the right time. He shoots a terrorist just before innocent people are hurt, then has to get off the grid. But, his actions have been noticed, and targeted by law enforcement, and a benefactor wanting to support his continued fight for justice. Action packed and thrilling.
January 10, 2017
Paladine pulls you into the world of an elite ex-military assassin by your heels and doesn't set you free until you've got what's coming to you.
Robert Garcia is a ghost. Fallen off the radar after a career in the military and as a mercenary, he stumbles onto a new purpose in life after killing a would-be jihadist hell-bent on ruining everyone's day at McDonald's.
The wealthy dying father of a terrorist attack victim establishes a foundation seeking to rid the world of terrorism and recruits Robert to be the tip of his sword.
Fully funded, and given unauthorized access to a government watchlist, Robert begins to take out his targets with ferocious impunity while keeping himself invisible to the world around him. That is until he finds a stray dog outside his apartment and meets the lovely clerk at the DMV.
As the world attributes his attacks to a vigilante they name "Paladine," Robert must infiltrate deep into the heart of ISIS on American Soil and stop their plans to cause a level of destruction that would make 9/11 look like a fender-bender.
What I liked:
The story is a fun adventure of espionage, military tactics, and a cat-and-mouse hunt for the infamous vigilante. Robert takes out increasingly difficult targets until his big mission near the end. The story also satisfied my private dark fantasies surrounding retribution against radical terrorism.
What I didn't like:
The characters were pretty flat, but I wouldn't call them one-dimensional. Each behaved as one would expect. I would have liked to be inside the characters' heads more, learning about what drove them.
I give Paladine a solid four stars and look forward to following Robert Garcia's adventures.
Robert Garcia is a ghost. Fallen off the radar after a career in the military and as a mercenary, he stumbles onto a new purpose in life after killing a would-be jihadist hell-bent on ruining everyone's day at McDonald's.
The wealthy dying father of a terrorist attack victim establishes a foundation seeking to rid the world of terrorism and recruits Robert to be the tip of his sword.
Fully funded, and given unauthorized access to a government watchlist, Robert begins to take out his targets with ferocious impunity while keeping himself invisible to the world around him. That is until he finds a stray dog outside his apartment and meets the lovely clerk at the DMV.
As the world attributes his attacks to a vigilante they name "Paladine," Robert must infiltrate deep into the heart of ISIS on American Soil and stop their plans to cause a level of destruction that would make 9/11 look like a fender-bender.
What I liked:
The story is a fun adventure of espionage, military tactics, and a cat-and-mouse hunt for the infamous vigilante. Robert takes out increasingly difficult targets until his big mission near the end. The story also satisfied my private dark fantasies surrounding retribution against radical terrorism.
What I didn't like:
The characters were pretty flat, but I wouldn't call them one-dimensional. Each behaved as one would expect. I would have liked to be inside the characters' heads more, learning about what drove them.
I give Paladine a solid four stars and look forward to following Robert Garcia's adventures.
June 1, 2017
Not quite there
Parts of this book are well-written, other parts are not. All of it is badly edited. There are several instances of confused homonyms and near-homonyms, at least one instance in which two or three commas were omitted, and quite a bit of poorly chosen syntax. On the other hand, there are a number of passages written very nicely with very creative language. Seems a bit of a patchwork and didn't read all that well.
Parts of this book are well-written, other parts are not. All of it is badly edited. There are several instances of confused homonyms and near-homonyms, at least one instance in which two or three commas were omitted, and quite a bit of poorly chosen syntax. On the other hand, there are a number of passages written very nicely with very creative language. Seems a bit of a patchwork and didn't read all that well.
September 11, 2016
Robert Garcia had came out of hiding to help a former military friend stay out of prison. Then he went back into hiding. He was a ghost and a patriot. He knew he had to stay in hiding to stay alive. Robert changed his name and moved to a different area. Shortly after that he became an assassin for higher. Taking out terrorist. They named him Paladine
November 21, 2016
Good story
This was a good book for those who like the spy assassin genre. It doesn't grab you like a Brad Thor book may grab you. I will try the next one in the series just to see if I can bond with the main character , it was good enough for that.
This was a good book for those who like the spy assassin genre. It doesn't grab you like a Brad Thor book may grab you. I will try the next one in the series just to see if I can bond with the main character , it was good enough for that.
September 22, 2017
PALADINE, An American Assassin's Story:
This is the first time I have read this type of genre but damn it was good, this is going to be one of another series you can get your teeth into...
This is the first time I have read this type of genre but damn it was good, this is going to be one of another series you can get your teeth into...
September 22, 2017
To the bones real
This is the first, of many I hope, book from Kenneth Eade I have had the pleasure to read. With the exception of some super natural marksmanship I felt the action and emotion was real to life. I look forward to enjoying many more of his works.
This is the first, of many I hope, book from Kenneth Eade I have had the pleasure to read. With the exception of some super natural marksmanship I felt the action and emotion was real to life. I look forward to enjoying many more of his works.
November 7, 2016
I am an equal opportunity reader. That means I will read anything (fiction, really don’t like nonfiction)I can get my hands on. I do have some genre’s that I read less of and assassin thrillers are in that group. My grandfather used to read them all the time when he was alive and then pass them onto me with the words “Jolie, dear, I think you will like this book”. Of course I would read it, actually struggle to read them. They were so dry and full of technical terms that I would never understand because the authors weren’t kind and didn’t include a glossary at the end. Then I would go to his house and we would talk about the book. As he got older, the less he read and then came the day where he stopped reading (he had dementia among other things) and we stopped discussing books. I accredit him for my deep love of reading and I have a strong feeling that he would have loved Paladine.
Surprisingly, I really liked Paladine, even though it is not what I usually read. One, this book is definitely not dry. Two, the author kindly has a glossary at the end. I did actually did a fist pump when I realized this (and got a look for BK but pfft to him). The plot was pretty fast paced and it definitely kept you on your toes as to what Robert would do next. Which is what I need in these types of books.
I also like that Robert’s character really didn’t have any morals. Sure, he shoots a would be terrorist through a window a McDonald’s but he really didn’t do it because it was right. He did it because he was in the right place at the right time. Same goes for all of the other terrorist killings. He only did it because he was being paid to do it. But he embraced the nickname Paladine, that a blogger gave him. Reluctantly, but he embraced it.
I also like seeing Robert evolving during the book. He went from someone who didn’t need family/friends to someone who missed having social interaction. I thought the scenes with the dog were sweet and added some humanity to him.
The action in this book was intense. It was a little gory but I wasn’t expecting it to be nothing less.
I also like that the author wrote from the police/FBI/CIA point of view too. But what I really liked was that even people in those departments were like “he’s doing our job for us, let him be”. On the other hand, you had people on the opposite end and who were willing to go all out to try to get him.
The ending of the book was great. Lots of action and a little twist that I should have seen coming. The author’s ending comments also struck a chord with me (mainly the very end).
Will I reread: Yes
Will I recommend to family and friends: Yes
Age range: Adult
Why: Language, violence
**I received a free copy of this book and volunteered to review it**
Surprisingly, I really liked Paladine, even though it is not what I usually read. One, this book is definitely not dry. Two, the author kindly has a glossary at the end. I did actually did a fist pump when I realized this (and got a look for BK but pfft to him). The plot was pretty fast paced and it definitely kept you on your toes as to what Robert would do next. Which is what I need in these types of books.
I also like that Robert’s character really didn’t have any morals. Sure, he shoots a would be terrorist through a window a McDonald’s but he really didn’t do it because it was right. He did it because he was in the right place at the right time. Same goes for all of the other terrorist killings. He only did it because he was being paid to do it. But he embraced the nickname Paladine, that a blogger gave him. Reluctantly, but he embraced it.
I also like seeing Robert evolving during the book. He went from someone who didn’t need family/friends to someone who missed having social interaction. I thought the scenes with the dog were sweet and added some humanity to him.
The action in this book was intense. It was a little gory but I wasn’t expecting it to be nothing less.
I also like that the author wrote from the police/FBI/CIA point of view too. But what I really liked was that even people in those departments were like “he’s doing our job for us, let him be”. On the other hand, you had people on the opposite end and who were willing to go all out to try to get him.
The ending of the book was great. Lots of action and a little twist that I should have seen coming. The author’s ending comments also struck a chord with me (mainly the very end).
Will I reread: Yes
Will I recommend to family and friends: Yes
Age range: Adult
Why: Language, violence
**I received a free copy of this book and volunteered to review it**
February 6, 2017
This book introduces you to Robert Garcia, ex-military, now killing terrorists.
With Paladine, Kenneth Eade has created an expertly woven thriller. It is a compelling read, you are drawn rather close to Robert - often too close for comfort. Kenneth Eade carefully elaborates Robert's character and story in a world of terror and revenge. Despite his way of living, Robert is quite likeable, of sufficient depth, you learn what you need to know about the other characters - depending on their relevance. You might ask yourselves, 'Why does she consider Robert quite likeable? He's a killer!' My take on this: There's good and bad in everyone. Despite his killings, he is not completely cold-blooded. The story comprises some rough scenes, interesting turns, and has a really good flow. It is the first book in a series and - I am looking forward to reading the next one.
This is a book for you if you like fast-paced and chilling stories, thrillers per se, and if you like interesting characters.
Recommended!
With Paladine, Kenneth Eade has created an expertly woven thriller. It is a compelling read, you are drawn rather close to Robert - often too close for comfort. Kenneth Eade carefully elaborates Robert's character and story in a world of terror and revenge. Despite his way of living, Robert is quite likeable, of sufficient depth, you learn what you need to know about the other characters - depending on their relevance. You might ask yourselves, 'Why does she consider Robert quite likeable? He's a killer!' My take on this: There's good and bad in everyone. Despite his killings, he is not completely cold-blooded. The story comprises some rough scenes, interesting turns, and has a really good flow. It is the first book in a series and - I am looking forward to reading the next one.
This is a book for you if you like fast-paced and chilling stories, thrillers per se, and if you like interesting characters.
Recommended!
January 4, 2017
A nice action thriller that takes you to familiar areas within our own borders. I especially liked the detail given to the assassin's props, such as his motorcycles and weapons. If there was anything that bothered me at all, it would have to be the switching of names in the dialogue. It would be easier to keep track of the characters if only their first or last names were used consistently throughout the story. Except for Butthead. Everyone loves Butthead with his floppy ears. Characters were well developed and the action was non-stop, even if it was a tad repetitious. Fortunately for the hero, there isn't any shortage of people needing killed.
December 30, 2016
This is a great story of a former military man taking killing terrorists into his own hands. Vigilantism
is not good for most,but you have to feel good about watching our hero help rid our country of terrorists! Of course he is sought by the military and other lawmen,as it is against the law to become judge and jury in this country. The story is gripping with great characters,everything seems to come to life as we continue to turn the pages. I am definitely going to continue with the next book in this series by this author!!
is not good for most,but you have to feel good about watching our hero help rid our country of terrorists! Of course he is sought by the military and other lawmen,as it is against the law to become judge and jury in this country. The story is gripping with great characters,everything seems to come to life as we continue to turn the pages. I am definitely going to continue with the next book in this series by this author!!
June 10, 2017
Awesome Read
Right from the first page, till the last page, I was engulfed in this book, I found it extremely hard to put down.
I am normally a slow reader, but I was so engrossed in the book, I read it in 3 sittings.
Action aplenty, a great main character, and a little bit of humour with the lost dog.
The story is centered around events that are currently happening around the world today, which makes the reading even more interesting.
I cannot wait for the next venture of Robert Garcia as Paladine.
Right from the first page, till the last page, I was engulfed in this book, I found it extremely hard to put down.
I am normally a slow reader, but I was so engrossed in the book, I read it in 3 sittings.
Action aplenty, a great main character, and a little bit of humour with the lost dog.
The story is centered around events that are currently happening around the world today, which makes the reading even more interesting.
I cannot wait for the next venture of Robert Garcia as Paladine.
February 17, 2017
Paladine. Kenneth Eade
Robert Garcia, Paladine. Ex special forces. He's invisible. An assassin. He only kills terrorists. The Fed's are after him. The only thing he cares about, or shows any emotion towards is a dog, who loves him unconditionally. This is a fast paced action thriller. I can't wait to read the next one in the series. A fantastic read. I enjoyed immensely!!
Robert Garcia, Paladine. Ex special forces. He's invisible. An assassin. He only kills terrorists. The Fed's are after him. The only thing he cares about, or shows any emotion towards is a dog, who loves him unconditionally. This is a fast paced action thriller. I can't wait to read the next one in the series. A fantastic read. I enjoyed immensely!!
June 28, 2017
A suspenseful thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Robert Garcia is no ordinary man. He is an assassin who comes out of hiding to aid a friend in need.
Plenty of action, adventure, spies, jihadists, murder, mayhem that will having you holding your breath. An enjoyable but violent read.
Plenty of action, adventure, spies, jihadists, murder, mayhem that will having you holding your breath. An enjoyable but violent read.
March 22, 2017
Fun and unnerving
I enjoyed reading this even if it was an easy read. However, I also read a bit of the research that the author did in prep for the book. That was almost scarier than the book itself. Well done.
I enjoyed reading this even if it was an easy read. However, I also read a bit of the research that the author did in prep for the book. That was almost scarier than the book itself. Well done.
June 29, 2017
Sucked in fast
The moment you open this book you are in trouble. It will keep you reading! Robert is the person you want to win! The story is well thought out and because it deals with current and past events makes the storyline believable
The moment you open this book you are in trouble. It will keep you reading! Robert is the person you want to win! The story is well thought out and because it deals with current and past events makes the storyline believable
October 22, 2016
Awesome!
I enjoyed this tremendously. I know the fight of terrorism is hard but reading this gave me hope that maybe, just maybe, we can do something about it.
I enjoyed this tremendously. I know the fight of terrorism is hard but reading this gave me hope that maybe, just maybe, we can do something about it.
December 9, 2016
New Series quite thought-provoking...
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January 3, 2017
Wow an amazing story
I thought was reading a Lee Childs or John Grisham book. Move over Jack Reacher you finely have a rival.
I thought was reading a Lee Childs or John Grisham book. Move over Jack Reacher you finely have a rival.
January 9, 2017
Retired Military, special skills, need a job.
Normally I don't read military type books, but this was caught my eye and it was too good to put down.
Normally I don't read military type books, but this was caught my eye and it was too good to put down.
March 10, 2017
Great read
I enjoyed this thriller. Will be reading more of the thrillers written by Kenneth Eade. He keeps you in suspense.
I enjoyed this thriller. Will be reading more of the thrillers written by Kenneth Eade. He keeps you in suspense.
March 12, 2017
I didn't really like the writing and the plot felt forced and too fast in a lot of parts. A lot of time spent on the buildup but then the action was over in one page.
June 21, 2017
This is a good read. Loved how one man can get to so many terrorist and ruin their day. I wouldn't care if that happened in real life either.
July 23, 2017
Good page turner
August 4, 2017
This book was great. I love how the end of the book showed what happened to each person mentioned in the book. I can't wait to read the second book in the series.
October 17, 2021
Paladine... interesting plot but flawed
Palestine was interesting plot wise but there were a few yards that could have been avoided with minimal research. I did not know Kenneth's area of expertise after I finished the book. Just a couple of things to note professionally, a sniper military or professional for hire will always right in a new or unfamiliar rifle.... always. An AK-47 is a rugged Russian assault rifle that fires a large calibre 7.62 round. It kicks like a mile and firing any more than three round bursts accounting for the muzzle rise is nothing more than a waste of ammunition. It would never be considered a long range weapon in anyone's definition. When Robert is in another persona or legend he slips into a past identity he has used in his past, that of a Syrian Terrorist fighter. He is infiltrating an ISIS Terrorist training camp in Upstate New York. He goes through numerous weapons tests to prove his bona fides. When you had him use an AK=47 to fire at targets 1,500 M away I almost tossed the book away. This would be no one's choice of weapon for a long range shot. It's effective range is usually under 400 M and in the hands of an expert perhaps up to 900 M .if the muzzle were elevated to a 45° angle. For any shot longer it would be practically useless. You are well up on your legal/lawyer stuff but not so much on your weapons knowledge. Personally I did not like Roberts casual outlook on collateral damage but as a gun for hire with obvious psychological issues I suppose it fits in with his actions & beliefs.
That being said I got through it and it was entertaining to a point.
Palestine was interesting plot wise but there were a few yards that could have been avoided with minimal research. I did not know Kenneth's area of expertise after I finished the book. Just a couple of things to note professionally, a sniper military or professional for hire will always right in a new or unfamiliar rifle.... always. An AK-47 is a rugged Russian assault rifle that fires a large calibre 7.62 round. It kicks like a mile and firing any more than three round bursts accounting for the muzzle rise is nothing more than a waste of ammunition. It would never be considered a long range weapon in anyone's definition. When Robert is in another persona or legend he slips into a past identity he has used in his past, that of a Syrian Terrorist fighter. He is infiltrating an ISIS Terrorist training camp in Upstate New York. He goes through numerous weapons tests to prove his bona fides. When you had him use an AK=47 to fire at targets 1,500 M away I almost tossed the book away. This would be no one's choice of weapon for a long range shot. It's effective range is usually under 400 M and in the hands of an expert perhaps up to 900 M .if the muzzle were elevated to a 45° angle. For any shot longer it would be practically useless. You are well up on your legal/lawyer stuff but not so much on your weapons knowledge. Personally I did not like Roberts casual outlook on collateral damage but as a gun for hire with obvious psychological issues I suppose it fits in with his actions & beliefs.
That being said I got through it and it was entertaining to a point.
September 30, 2019
What A Read, Chilling, But True!
On 9/11/2001 we saw the horror unfold before us as Muslim terrorists flew airplanes into the Twin Towers in NYC. Over 3,000 people died horrible deaths and their families, in many cases, watched it in real time on TV. Folks were stunned, disbelieving, dismayed and angry. My, but how they were angry! Our elected representatives put on quite a show for the cameras but couldn't much figure out what really needed to be done. They did manage some decent legislation, but most had no teeth to be effective. Others made us angry because we were treated like criminals just while trying to board a flight. We needed people like Robert Garcia then. Hell, we still need all the Robert Garcia's we can get! But there are those who find that killing combatants on or soil to be somehow barbaric and unacceptable. We are not safe, even now, eight years later because we have more enemies on American soil than at a any time in history. And we allow our Constitutional protections extend to them while they seek o our demise. This book is a wake-up call. We must heed it's words. We must do the unpleasant things and rid our cities and states and countryside of these terrorists. What would today be like if we had conducted World War II like we do with the Islamic forces here in America today?
On 9/11/2001 we saw the horror unfold before us as Muslim terrorists flew airplanes into the Twin Towers in NYC. Over 3,000 people died horrible deaths and their families, in many cases, watched it in real time on TV. Folks were stunned, disbelieving, dismayed and angry. My, but how they were angry! Our elected representatives put on quite a show for the cameras but couldn't much figure out what really needed to be done. They did manage some decent legislation, but most had no teeth to be effective. Others made us angry because we were treated like criminals just while trying to board a flight. We needed people like Robert Garcia then. Hell, we still need all the Robert Garcia's we can get! But there are those who find that killing combatants on or soil to be somehow barbaric and unacceptable. We are not safe, even now, eight years later because we have more enemies on American soil than at a any time in history. And we allow our Constitutional protections extend to them while they seek o our demise. This book is a wake-up call. We must heed it's words. We must do the unpleasant things and rid our cities and states and countryside of these terrorists. What would today be like if we had conducted World War II like we do with the Islamic forces here in America today?
January 2, 2018
This was my first experience reading anything written by Kenneth Eale and it has left me wanting to read more of his work. Paladine has everything a thriller needs to make it a first class read. It's non stop action from the first page to the last. I started reading this book New Years Day morning and didn't put it down until I had read the very last word. I simply couldn't tear myself away from the story and the characters. The simple truth is that the hero kind of reminds me of Mack Bolan who took on the entire mafia after they killed his family. He too had been a member of the special forces before setting out on his single handed war against organized crime. Bolan too ended up with the same faith as Paladine. This is a must read for all Bolan fans and for all real thriller fans. I could write a tome on this character but I'll refrain from doing that and let you discover him for yourself by reading Paladine which appears to be just the first book in a series with Paladine as the hero.
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