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Alex Mason #5
Russian Roulette
Multiple time USA TODAY & Amazon 5-million copy bestselling authors DAVID ARCHER and BLAKE BANNER have combined forces to create one hell of a thriller series!
The Russians have a special way of gambling. They take a revolver and they place one round the chambers and spin it. Then they take it in turns to put the gun to their heads and pull the trigger.
It’s called Russian Roulette.
Now they have a new, deadlier way of playing it.
Six Tactical Nuclear Devices at six different locations – locations known to just one man. It might be a rucksack on a picnic trail, a suitcase at a bus station, a car parked in the heart of New York. But only one is real. Maximum stress and disruption for minimum cost.
The game is played by informing the media that five dummies and one dirty nuclear bomb have been planted around the USA. Clues to their whereabouts have been sent to the Pentagon. But here’s the concealed in the clues is the trigger that will detonate the real device. Open the wrong trunk, pick up the wrong suitcase, and the fall out could be devastating – literally.
The CIA say it’s the Feds’ case. The Feds say it belongs to the CIA. The President says it’s ODIN’s, and it’s a job for Alex Mason.
The Russians have a special way of gambling. They take a revolver and they place one round the chambers and spin it. Then they take it in turns to put the gun to their heads and pull the trigger.
It’s called Russian Roulette.
Now they have a new, deadlier way of playing it.
Six Tactical Nuclear Devices at six different locations – locations known to just one man. It might be a rucksack on a picnic trail, a suitcase at a bus station, a car parked in the heart of New York. But only one is real. Maximum stress and disruption for minimum cost.
The game is played by informing the media that five dummies and one dirty nuclear bomb have been planted around the USA. Clues to their whereabouts have been sent to the Pentagon. But here’s the concealed in the clues is the trigger that will detonate the real device. Open the wrong trunk, pick up the wrong suitcase, and the fall out could be devastating – literally.
The CIA say it’s the Feds’ case. The Feds say it belongs to the CIA. The President says it’s ODIN’s, and it’s a job for Alex Mason.
- GenresThriller
268 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 26, 2022
4061 people are currently reading
168 people want to read
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David Archer
200 books512 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
David Archer was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. He is a fiction author and novelist, writing in the mysteries and thrillers genre. His approach to writing is to hit deep, keep you entertained, and leave you wanting MORE with every turn of the page. He writes mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels, all of which are primed to get your heart pumping.
David Archer was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. He is a fiction author and novelist, writing in the mysteries and thrillers genre. His approach to writing is to hit deep, keep you entertained, and leave you wanting MORE with every turn of the page. He writes mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels, all of which are primed to get your heart pumping.
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February 11, 2023
Unrealistic dialogue throughout. Herky, jerky plot movement. Strange heroine. A poorly developed character. I have read all the books in this series and they were universally excellent! But not this one! The author must have been writing thru some period in his life where he was groping for a marketable story. His efforts were in vain! Not a good book!
January 1, 2024
Formulaic
The whole series follows a formula. For the first few books that's ok, but by book 5 it's becoming predictable. The only change in this book compared to the previous 4, is that Ailia is not in it, although she makes a guest appearance at the end
I am hoping things improve the concept has potential, I'm just hoping it achieves it
The whole series follows a formula. For the first few books that's ok, but by book 5 it's becoming predictable. The only change in this book compared to the previous 4, is that Ailia is not in it, although she makes a guest appearance at the end
I am hoping things improve the concept has potential, I'm just hoping it achieves it
October 3, 2022
rush job
There is a basis for a good book within this half, make that one third finished book. Major cities are leveled with little said or follow up. There seems to be a complex interesting plot developing, but NO it is VAPID!! And the all of a SUDDEN we have a “new” very knowledgeable “innocent” helping Alex save the world, or at least the US. Even as part of kindle unlimited is was not worth the money.
There is a basis for a good book within this half, make that one third finished book. Major cities are leveled with little said or follow up. There seems to be a complex interesting plot developing, but NO it is VAPID!! And the all of a SUDDEN we have a “new” very knowledgeable “innocent” helping Alex save the world, or at least the US. Even as part of kindle unlimited is was not worth the money.
October 13, 2022
Gripping storyline
Yet another excellent storyline following the exploits of Alex Mason.
Once I started reading the book I found it very hard to put it down for any length of time as I became so focused on what the characters were doing that I didn't want to stop reading and ultimately had some very late nights.
I would recommend this series to all those people interested in techno thrillers as this series is up amongst the very best.
Yet another excellent storyline following the exploits of Alex Mason.
Once I started reading the book I found it very hard to put it down for any length of time as I became so focused on what the characters were doing that I didn't want to stop reading and ultimately had some very late nights.
I would recommend this series to all those people interested in techno thrillers as this series is up amongst the very best.
October 15, 2022
really scary
Alex Mason, spy extraordinaire- just the right counterpoint to deadly Russian agents trained to kill without mercy.
The Russian colonel who wants Russia to return to it’s former Sovietism sounds like a witch.
I wonder how long into the series she would be still operating…
Alex Mason, spy extraordinaire- just the right counterpoint to deadly Russian agents trained to kill without mercy.
The Russian colonel who wants Russia to return to it’s former Sovietism sounds like a witch.
I wonder how long into the series she would be still operating…
October 15, 2023
Russian roulette
Not as enjoyable as previous offerings perhaps because the author was in a hurry to get a follow-up story out. The female evil one was a pretty transparent character and it was hard to believe the hero let her run as long as he did. Nero seemed to lose his ability in this one so what will he do to get it back?
Not as enjoyable as previous offerings perhaps because the author was in a hurry to get a follow-up story out. The female evil one was a pretty transparent character and it was hard to believe the hero let her run as long as he did. Nero seemed to lose his ability in this one so what will he do to get it back?
August 13, 2022
sinister plot
The plot was too scary and too likely to happen. I can accept the bad guys coming up with but doubt we could prevail without an ODIN organization and agent to save us. Really enjoyed the ride.
The plot was too scary and too likely to happen. I can accept the bad guys coming up with but doubt we could prevail without an ODIN organization and agent to save us. Really enjoyed the ride.
November 10, 2022
Another brilliant book in this action adventure series. It is simply the best spy series out and hits too near the mark with connections to modern day events.
A tense thriller and a right riveting read.
Thoroughly recommend it.
A tense thriller and a right riveting read.
Thoroughly recommend it.
November 28, 2022
I have enjoyed his writing style and that’s why a 3. But when Claire comes out of nowhere, without ID, he takes her blindly everywhere, even to his home? Really? Too many things are too far fetched in this book. Not like his previous books. A disappointment.
December 1, 2022
Alex Mason is once again stepping into the excrement of spies...
When Alex Mason is summoned to Nero's lair for a chat, who knew it would be a gut wrenching nuclear scenario...or not???
When Alex Mason is summoned to Nero's lair for a chat, who knew it would be a gut wrenching nuclear scenario...or not???
May 14, 2023
Nice Quick Read
Beeb following Alex Mason now for awhile in his adventures and he has yet to dissapoint me.
Love Nero, he is my favorite character.
The plot twist in this one was a little sloppy and to fast to solve, but still a good read
Beeb following Alex Mason now for awhile in his adventures and he has yet to dissapoint me.
Love Nero, he is my favorite character.
The plot twist in this one was a little sloppy and to fast to solve, but still a good read
July 7, 2023
Number five.
The timeline is current, 2023. Russia has invaded the Ukraine. Putin is not popular. Foreign agents in the US with a nuke. We might be getting a bit redundant. Still a very good read.
The timeline is current, 2023. Russia has invaded the Ukraine. Putin is not popular. Foreign agents in the US with a nuke. We might be getting a bit redundant. Still a very good read.
April 28, 2024
I really like Alex and Aila's reparte amidst whatever dilemma they are involved with, but I found Russian Roulette the least entertaining plot of the series because it was so convoluted! I will read all the books in the series because the dashing American patriot and the witty Mossad agent appeal to me.
August 3, 2022
All In On RED
“Make your bet” here. Very clever plot premise. Superb character development. Superior drama, especially unexpected twists and turns. Timely thriller
“Make your bet” here. Very clever plot premise. Superb character development. Superior drama, especially unexpected twists and turns. Timely thriller
August 15, 2022
it
Was a good and scary read. On how close to it could be true. Really don’t need nuke bomb to get the same result
Was a good and scary read. On how close to it could be true. Really don’t need nuke bomb to get the same result
September 19, 2022
Interesting, different, Demands a sense of humor on an intellectual plane. The theme. Is original making the read more interesting than other similar authors
September 20, 2022
Intriguing story
I chose this book, because the discription intrigued me, and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next one.
I chose this book, because the discription intrigued me, and I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next one.
September 23, 2022
Russian Roulette
It was an exciting story throughout. Definitely scary when you think of the times we are in and what is going on with Russia and Putin and his threats.
It was an exciting story throughout. Definitely scary when you think of the times we are in and what is going on with Russia and Putin and his threats.
October 21, 2022
Great Read
Finally Alex Mason and the story begin to take
on life. Great plot and worth the read. I'm hooked, on to the next book!
Finally Alex Mason and the story begin to take
on life. Great plot and worth the read. I'm hooked, on to the next book!
October 31, 2022
Love these Alex Mason books!
Another great adventure with Alex Mason! Fast paced and very intense toward the end! I love these stories! Keep them coming!
Another great adventure with Alex Mason! Fast paced and very intense toward the end! I love these stories! Keep them coming!
November 11, 2022
Good read
Really good 👍 story Relaxing intriguing and suspenseful Could not put it down Looking forward to the next story Thank you
Really good 👍 story Relaxing intriguing and suspenseful Could not put it down Looking forward to the next story Thank you
February 13, 2023
4 Stars
Russian Roulette (Alex Mason Book #5)
By: David Archer & Blake Banner
Full Review Still to Come.
Russian Roulette (Alex Mason Book #5)
By: David Archer & Blake Banner
Full Review Still to Come.
February 28, 2023
Riveting....
Great scenarios, surprising spy characters, breathtaking pace. I really enjoyed the complexity of the story and the interesting characters. Fabulous ending.
Great scenarios, surprising spy characters, breathtaking pace. I really enjoyed the complexity of the story and the interesting characters. Fabulous ending.
March 7, 2023
Enjoyed it!
I enjoyed book 5 of the Alex Mason ODIN series! I'm downloading the next ebook immediately! Don't miss this series.
I enjoyed book 5 of the Alex Mason ODIN series! I'm downloading the next ebook immediately! Don't miss this series.
March 22, 2023
Great series
Great series. Highly recommended. Lots of action. Short and well written. Kept you on your toes. Love the story and the characters.
Great series. Highly recommended. Lots of action. Short and well written. Kept you on your toes. Love the story and the characters.
July 10, 2023
Wow
Another great book. Scary potential reality but awseome. I could not put it down the closer I got to the end. can't wait to start reading book 6.
Another great book. Scary potential reality but awseome. I could not put it down the closer I got to the end. can't wait to start reading book 6.
March 25, 2024
Have enjoyed this series, so far but this effort was really, really awful.
Stupid plot, badly told.
Stupid plot, badly told.
August 26, 2024
I really really really liked Gates of Hell by these authors, but this one was only so-so. I guessed the ending of the book, and although it was definitely time well spent, I give it 4 *.
January 6, 2025
Edge of the seat yet again, gonna take break to catch my breath then will be onto the next
June 27, 2025
Russian roulette with nukes. Can Alex Mason stop it?
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