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Eva Driscoll #5
Empires Will Fall
Book 5 in the explosive Eva Driscoll action thriller series.
Eva Driscoll has discovered a chink in the armour of the ESO, the most powerful organisation on the planet. She plans to exploit it to take them down once and for all, but her plans are interrupted when she discovers that the ESO is targeting a doctor and his family, as well as a college student. Keen to use them as leverage against the ESO, Eva strikes first, only to discover a shocking secret that could change the world forever.
Eva Driscoll has discovered a chink in the armour of the ESO, the most powerful organisation on the planet. She plans to exploit it to take them down once and for all, but her plans are interrupted when she discovers that the ESO is targeting a doctor and his family, as well as a college student. Keen to use them as leverage against the ESO, Eva strikes first, only to discover a shocking secret that could change the world forever.
309 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 24, 2023
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About the author
Alan McDermott
31 books773 followersAlan McDermott is a full time author from the south of England, married with beautiful twin daughters. He used to write critical applications for the NHS, but now he spends his days writing action thrillers.
His debut novel, Gray Justice, has been very well received and earned him membership of http://independentauthorsinternationa.... He was subsequently picked up by Thomas & Mercer, who published his first 10 books.
Alan's 7th novel Trojan was shortlisted for an ITW thriller award.
In March 2020 he release a new standalone called Motive, and the 7th Tom Gray will be released on June 4th 2020.
The reading order of Alan's books can be found at www.alanmcdermottbooks.co.uk
You can follow Alan on Twitter through his @Jambalian account and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GrayJustice
His debut novel, Gray Justice, has been very well received and earned him membership of http://independentauthorsinternationa.... He was subsequently picked up by Thomas & Mercer, who published his first 10 books.
Alan's 7th novel Trojan was shortlisted for an ITW thriller award.
In March 2020 he release a new standalone called Motive, and the 7th Tom Gray will be released on June 4th 2020.
The reading order of Alan's books can be found at www.alanmcdermottbooks.co.uk
You can follow Alan on Twitter through his @Jambalian account and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GrayJustice
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March 1, 2023
*Source* Kindle Unlimited
*Genre* Thriller / Suspense
*Rating* 4.0
*Thoughts*
Empires Will Fall, by author Alan McDermott, is the 5th and likely final chapter in the Eva Driscoll series. Main characters: Eva Driscoll, Simon Sunny Baines, and Tom Gray, along with Travis Burke, Rees Colback and Farooq Naser. All have had their lives fundamentally changed in ways they never could imagine by a group known as the Executive Security Office (ESO), the most powerful and secretive organization on the planet. ESO controls the media, banks, law enforcement, and governments.
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*Genre* Thriller / Suspense
*Rating* 4.0
*Thoughts*
Empires Will Fall, by author Alan McDermott, is the 5th and likely final chapter in the Eva Driscoll series. Main characters: Eva Driscoll, Simon Sunny Baines, and Tom Gray, along with Travis Burke, Rees Colback and Farooq Naser. All have had their lives fundamentally changed in ways they never could imagine by a group known as the Executive Security Office (ESO), the most powerful and secretive organization on the planet. ESO controls the media, banks, law enforcement, and governments.
*Full Review @ Gizmos Reviews*
https://gizmosreviews.blogspot.com/20...
February 8, 2023
I make no secret of the fact that this is one of my favourite authors and has been since way back when when I read the first in the Tom Gray series. He never ceases to amaze me with his plots and characters and maintains the highest standard when delivering a book.
This book is no deviation from that quality. Once again he smashes the ball out of the park with what can only be described as a scarily possibly could happen storyline, the credibility of which makes the whole thing all the more frightening. Anyway, I get ahead of myself. As always with series books I do recommend that you start from the beginning. Although the aforementioned scary story is self contained, the characters have a lot of backstory - two of them go even further back to the Tom Gray series so you could really start there if you haven't already - and if you haven't, why the heck not!?
Anyway, as well as the main scary story, we also have our main characters trying to escape capture from a rather nefarious faction, you'll know who if you have read the previous books. As well as this, success will grant them the freedom to go about their lives without constantly having to look over their shoulders. So they really do have a lot on their respective plates. But at no time does the book get overly busy. The story is tightly plotted and that plot expertly delivered. Played out by the usual suspects that I have grown to love over time, and also some really rather excellent episode characters, each just as well described. The "action" scenes and other military stuff, as always, is very well researched / created and, as already mentioned the whole thing comes across as totally credible. All of which is delivered in a high octane, high paced, no nonsense manner with no superfluous waffle or padding. It really is the real deal!
And an ending which makes me wonder all the more what could be next for Eva and the rest...? I hope I won't be waiting long to find out...
This book is no deviation from that quality. Once again he smashes the ball out of the park with what can only be described as a scarily possibly could happen storyline, the credibility of which makes the whole thing all the more frightening. Anyway, I get ahead of myself. As always with series books I do recommend that you start from the beginning. Although the aforementioned scary story is self contained, the characters have a lot of backstory - two of them go even further back to the Tom Gray series so you could really start there if you haven't already - and if you haven't, why the heck not!?
Anyway, as well as the main scary story, we also have our main characters trying to escape capture from a rather nefarious faction, you'll know who if you have read the previous books. As well as this, success will grant them the freedom to go about their lives without constantly having to look over their shoulders. So they really do have a lot on their respective plates. But at no time does the book get overly busy. The story is tightly plotted and that plot expertly delivered. Played out by the usual suspects that I have grown to love over time, and also some really rather excellent episode characters, each just as well described. The "action" scenes and other military stuff, as always, is very well researched / created and, as already mentioned the whole thing comes across as totally credible. All of which is delivered in a high octane, high paced, no nonsense manner with no superfluous waffle or padding. It really is the real deal!
And an ending which makes me wonder all the more what could be next for Eva and the rest...? I hope I won't be waiting long to find out...
June 30, 2023
Very satisfying conclusion.
Another great story in the Eva Driscoll series which has consistently been excellent. There's always been plenty of thrilling action along the way with the odd moral dilemma thrown in and especially so here.
If this is the last in the series I'll be very sad as I really enjoy these, but if it is the end then at least it's a very satisfying one.
I just look forward to reading more stories from Alan McDermott as he's definitely one of my favourite authors ever and never disappoints.
Another great story in the Eva Driscoll series which has consistently been excellent. There's always been plenty of thrilling action along the way with the odd moral dilemma thrown in and especially so here.
If this is the last in the series I'll be very sad as I really enjoy these, but if it is the end then at least it's a very satisfying one.
I just look forward to reading more stories from Alan McDermott as he's definitely one of my favourite authors ever and never disappoints.
February 24, 2023
The Mighty Have Fallen
At last the dreaded ESO have been stopped and hopefully will never return. It's been a few books but in the end they came through.
With plenty of twists and turns this story kept everyone enthralled with finding out who was who and having them taken care of, thankfully Sonia didn't have the cure!
Best of luck I wonder if we will read about Eva Driscoll again?
At last the dreaded ESO have been stopped and hopefully will never return. It's been a few books but in the end they came through.
With plenty of twists and turns this story kept everyone enthralled with finding out who was who and having them taken care of, thankfully Sonia didn't have the cure!
Best of luck I wonder if we will read about Eva Driscoll again?
March 6, 2023
Five Stars
Another great read. I have read all of the Tom Gray and Eva Driscoll books and have never been disappointed. This book was no exception, lots of action and a great story line. I have really enjoyed the journey. A huge and well deserved pat on the back for this great author, Alan McDermott ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Another great read. I have read all of the Tom Gray and Eva Driscoll books and have never been disappointed. This book was no exception, lots of action and a great story line. I have really enjoyed the journey. A huge and well deserved pat on the back for this great author, Alan McDermott ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
February 13, 2024
Loved all 5 in the series, but sad it's ending here..
I simply loved all the 5 novels in this Eva Driscoll series. Loved her character the way it is portrayed. Never read anything like it. I am really sad it ends here. Now looking for other books by the same author. Thanks a ton Mr Alan McDermott..
I simply loved all the 5 novels in this Eva Driscoll series. Loved her character the way it is portrayed. Never read anything like it. I am really sad it ends here. Now looking for other books by the same author. Thanks a ton Mr Alan McDermott..
March 1, 2023
Empire Will Fall- enjoyable read
I enjoy the Eva Driscoll trillers, they are easy to pick back up and follow the characters as they face their next situation. Alan makes these books easy to read and I look forward to the next one.
I enjoy the Eva Driscoll trillers, they are easy to pick back up and follow the characters as they face their next situation. Alan makes these books easy to read and I look forward to the next one.
March 7, 2023
Empires Fall
An absolutely fabulous, page turning ending to the series and as a bonus, the people I hoped would survive made it to the end. I'm loving Alan McDermott's writing style.
An absolutely fabulous, page turning ending to the series and as a bonus, the people I hoped would survive made it to the end. I'm loving Alan McDermott's writing style.
March 11, 2023
First class
A brilliant action packed story as Eva, Sonny and Gray seek to bring an end to their long term problems with the ESO and find a way to live without fear. Is it the end of the series?
A brilliant action packed story as Eva, Sonny and Gray seek to bring an end to their long term problems with the ESO and find a way to live without fear. Is it the end of the series?
April 6, 2023
riveting
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, I assume that it will be the last in the Eva Driscoll series, however, you never know. Someone may bring the ESO back to life and then it will be back to business.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, I assume that it will be the last in the Eva Driscoll series, however, you never know. Someone may bring the ESO back to life and then it will be back to business.
May 10, 2023
Another exciting book.
Alan write fast pacing exciting books and they are well worth the read. Eva and team are compromised again but finally come out on top. A great story and well worth reading.
Alan write fast pacing exciting books and they are well worth the read. Eva and team are compromised again but finally come out on top. A great story and well worth reading.
August 14, 2023
Gripping read
This book raps up what is a fantastic series of books, I have been gripped from the first book to the last. I think I have now read most of the books written by this excellent author.
This book raps up what is a fantastic series of books, I have been gripped from the first book to the last. I think I have now read most of the books written by this excellent author.
April 8, 2024
Is this the future
Thought provoking novel that will keep you reading. Big pharma explained?
McDermott is a true master of his genre and obviously researched his underlying subject matter diligently.
An excellent series. Don't hesitate just get it
Thought provoking novel that will keep you reading. Big pharma explained?
McDermott is a true master of his genre and obviously researched his underlying subject matter diligently.
An excellent series. Don't hesitate just get it
February 24, 2023
A fantastic Eva Driscoll novel, Alan McDermott pens a no holds barred thriller that will release its hold on you when you turn the final page. Definitely worth 5 stars!
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February 25, 2023
What a great book couldn’t put it down 👏
March 3, 2023
Another classic Eva Driscoll thriller. The story moves fast and is intense. I highly recommend both this book and the series.
March 3, 2023
Fast and furious
An easy read, pace is fast throughout. The storyline is nothing that complex but it's good enough. Worth reading for fun.
An easy read, pace is fast throughout. The storyline is nothing that complex but it's good enough. Worth reading for fun.
March 12, 2023
Great as usual
Fantastic story and couldn’t put it down. Waiting to see what comes next. Want more of the same again and again
Fantastic story and couldn’t put it down. Waiting to see what comes next. Want more of the same again and again
April 22, 2023
Unputdownable
Superb, fast paced may what every McDermott book is like. I can't wait fit his next book to arrive. Hurry please.
Superb, fast paced may what every McDermott book is like. I can't wait fit his next book to arrive. Hurry please.
October 20, 2023
Great Read
Lots of action! Great ending! Awesome storyline! The author never fails to entice the reader's imagination. Worth the time to read.
Lots of action! Great ending! Awesome storyline! The author never fails to entice the reader's imagination. Worth the time to read.
November 4, 2023
Awesome!
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this whole series.
Alan Mc Dermotts descriptive writing and plots are second to none.
Making a person desperate for the next book. 👌👌
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this whole series.
Alan Mc Dermotts descriptive writing and plots are second to none.
Making a person desperate for the next book. 👌👌
February 4, 2024
Another brilliant supercharged read. Lots of action but a great story there as well. Only one more to read till a new release.
March 30, 2023
Empires Will Fall is the fifth and quite possibly the last book in the excellent Eva Driscoll series is a scorcher from start to finish.
After the last adventure our group are trying to live their best lives even though they know they're being tracked by the insidious global group the ESO, in the case of Eva, Sonny, Tom and his daughter that means literally by means of implanted devices. This doesn't sit well with Eva, who is itching to take the fight to the bad guys and end their monopoly once and for all. At the same time a young woman a desperate scientist and his family are put firmly in the cross hairs of the ESO when the young woman, Sonia, takes part in a vaccine trial and proves to be astonishingly resistant to the Virus.
For Eva and the gang with the aid of ex- special forces friends Travis and Rees the race is on, save the civilians, expose the top tier of the ESO, cut of the head of the snake and survive it all.
As with most of Alan's books the pace is fast and furious, with lots of tech and gadgets, gun fights and hand to hand combat. What I like about the good guys is that they are not wishy-washy heroes, these guys are out to not only survive but win and sometimes that means being completely ruthless and trust me you really wouldn't want Eva or Sonny on your trail if you're a bad guy. Things are wrapped up in a very satisfying way with the end show down being literally breathless. You would definitely need to have read the others to enjoy this, so treat yourself... Go and buy the series!
After the last adventure our group are trying to live their best lives even though they know they're being tracked by the insidious global group the ESO, in the case of Eva, Sonny, Tom and his daughter that means literally by means of implanted devices. This doesn't sit well with Eva, who is itching to take the fight to the bad guys and end their monopoly once and for all. At the same time a young woman a desperate scientist and his family are put firmly in the cross hairs of the ESO when the young woman, Sonia, takes part in a vaccine trial and proves to be astonishingly resistant to the Virus.
For Eva and the gang with the aid of ex- special forces friends Travis and Rees the race is on, save the civilians, expose the top tier of the ESO, cut of the head of the snake and survive it all.
As with most of Alan's books the pace is fast and furious, with lots of tech and gadgets, gun fights and hand to hand combat. What I like about the good guys is that they are not wishy-washy heroes, these guys are out to not only survive but win and sometimes that means being completely ruthless and trust me you really wouldn't want Eva or Sonny on your trail if you're a bad guy. Things are wrapped up in a very satisfying way with the end show down being literally breathless. You would definitely need to have read the others to enjoy this, so treat yourself... Go and buy the series!
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