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Hugo Xavier #4
Vortex
They have planned a massacre. He’s the only one that can stop them.
Ex-Special forces Hugo Xavier and his team are catapulted into action when a deadly robbery takes place in Denmark. The thieves escape with a next-generation drone and the hunt is on to prevent an even deadlier attack to take place.
At the same time, the secret Shadow Council sees an opportunity to gain more power as Hugo hunts those responsible.
Hugo and his team must race all over the world in an international conspiracy where nothing is as it seems, and he must use all means to survive.
Ex-Special forces Hugo Xavier and his team are catapulted into action when a deadly robbery takes place in Denmark. The thieves escape with a next-generation drone and the hunt is on to prevent an even deadlier attack to take place.
At the same time, the secret Shadow Council sees an opportunity to gain more power as Hugo hunts those responsible.
Hugo and his team must race all over the world in an international conspiracy where nothing is as it seems, and he must use all means to survive.
247 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 4, 2021
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About the author
Filip Forsberg
147 books51 followersFilip Forsberg is a Swedish author based in Malmoe who is an avid sci-fi fan. He’s the creator of the science fiction thriller book series about Jonathan Jarl and the Amber group. He writes in his native language Swedish and translates the books into English. The series currently consists of two books, Tabula Rasa and Genesis, and he’s working on the third installment, Trident.
He and his wife Tina have four children.
About Tabula Rasa and Genesis:
Tabula Rasa on Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
” An exciting story of a future world, world domination and those who stand and fight against evil. Believable characters in future believable situations. ”
Genesis on Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
” Great sequel. I loved the first book and this one takes of running. I am an ancient aliens fan and I get a kick out of all the intrigue. “
I'd love to get in contact with my readers so don't hesitate to drop me an email.
He and his wife Tina have four children.
About Tabula Rasa and Genesis:
Tabula Rasa on Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
” An exciting story of a future world, world domination and those who stand and fight against evil. Believable characters in future believable situations. ”
Genesis on Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
” Great sequel. I loved the first book and this one takes of running. I am an ancient aliens fan and I get a kick out of all the intrigue. “
I'd love to get in contact with my readers so don't hesitate to drop me an email.
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December 28, 2021
Good guys have intense chase scenes with bad guys who steal an advanced drone and fight each other - 4 stars
Life is given low value by the bad guys who scheme a way to be the most powerful force on the planet. The good guys, including team leader Hugo Xavier, are shown as nice family people who are dispatched on short notice to find who stole a drone and recover the drone.
The action starts in Denmark, shifts to Iceland and winds up in Washington, DC. Not really a travel adventure, but more like an all-the-time time chase scene that spreads across international borders with guns, knives and fists delivering violence and mayhem at every step along the way, glaciers included.
Physical athleticism kept my attention in spite of a few repeated phrases like "legs pounding like jackhammers" which need to be toned down. Running toward or away from trouble is sufficiently obvious for raising the reader's pulse rate.
In my experience having the bad guys fighting each other is uncommon in thrillers but is used well in "Vortex".
There were creative ways of fighting offered by both sides in the melee. Using an airplane in a most unconventional way was one of the best scenes.
Life is given low value by the bad guys who scheme a way to be the most powerful force on the planet. The good guys, including team leader Hugo Xavier, are shown as nice family people who are dispatched on short notice to find who stole a drone and recover the drone.
The action starts in Denmark, shifts to Iceland and winds up in Washington, DC. Not really a travel adventure, but more like an all-the-time time chase scene that spreads across international borders with guns, knives and fists delivering violence and mayhem at every step along the way, glaciers included.
Physical athleticism kept my attention in spite of a few repeated phrases like "legs pounding like jackhammers" which need to be toned down. Running toward or away from trouble is sufficiently obvious for raising the reader's pulse rate.
In my experience having the bad guys fighting each other is uncommon in thrillers but is used well in "Vortex".
There were creative ways of fighting offered by both sides in the melee. Using an airplane in a most unconventional way was one of the best scenes.
November 22, 2021
This is number four in the Hugo Xavier series. I should warn you I’m a big fan of this author’s books. The book is full of all the action and adventure needed to push the storyline over the top as are all the books in the series. I really enjoyed reading this book it was a “real barn burner” as my grandpa would’ve put it.
I recommend this book without reservation to anyone with a brain that needs a little excitement.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I recommend this book without reservation to anyone with a brain that needs a little excitement.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 24, 2021
Vortex is the 4th book in the Hugo Xavier Series.
During a violent burglary in a warehouse in Copenhagen, all guards are killed, and a drone is stolen. Not just any drone, but the prototype of Xeno-5, an autonomous execution drone that uses DNA profiles to hunt down and execute people. Hugo Xavier and his team chase the thieves to prevent a deadly attack, and find and capture the brains behind this operation.
This book is action and suspense from start to finish, but didn’t rise to the level of Shadow Games.
I received a preview copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing.
During a violent burglary in a warehouse in Copenhagen, all guards are killed, and a drone is stolen. Not just any drone, but the prototype of Xeno-5, an autonomous execution drone that uses DNA profiles to hunt down and execute people. Hugo Xavier and his team chase the thieves to prevent a deadly attack, and find and capture the brains behind this operation.
This book is action and suspense from start to finish, but didn’t rise to the level of Shadow Games.
I received a preview copy of this book which I am voluntarily reviewing.
December 8, 2021
I received a copy of this book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.
Another great book in the Hugo Xavier series. I thoroughly enjoy this series. Hugo is a strong character with many skills who uses them to protect the innocent and stop the guilty. Pretty standard stuff. However, Mr. Forsberg paints his tales with color, excitement, ingenuity and not-stop action. His ability to put forth smart adversaries and smarter solutions makes for great reading. If you haven’t read any of his books, start now. You are in for a treat.
Another great book in the Hugo Xavier series. I thoroughly enjoy this series. Hugo is a strong character with many skills who uses them to protect the innocent and stop the guilty. Pretty standard stuff. However, Mr. Forsberg paints his tales with color, excitement, ingenuity and not-stop action. His ability to put forth smart adversaries and smarter solutions makes for great reading. If you haven’t read any of his books, start now. You are in for a treat.
November 9, 2021
A pretty decent extension of the series, with a winner here. One more step closer to who the Shadow Organization is, and how to stop them. The plot moves quickly and is easy to follow. The main cast of characters is the same from previous novels, just with a different villain in every novel. The character of Hug seems to have one new family member in every novel. I think the main question is whether or not Hugo will be running Novus, before the confrontation with the Shadow Organization.
November 21, 2021
Another fascinating story. Hugo Xavier and his team are once again trying to solve a big problem. A deadly robbery in Denmark, how will this all end. Fast paced, plenty of action to keep your attention. Don’t miss out.
November 6, 2021
Another hit
Vortex did not disappoint. Great storyline with mostly action and little filler. I look forward to more Hugo and the team!
Vortex did not disappoint. Great storyline with mostly action and little filler. I look forward to more Hugo and the team!
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