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Shadow War
Shadow War is the first of a three book serial that will take the reader into the inter working of a special anti terrorist team run by the CIA. It's central character James Mason Kelley a former US Navy Seal team commander, has placed himself in danger. As he runs an unauthorized investigation into corruption at the highest levels of government. Forcing him to run and hide as he carry's out his investigation.
At the same time a newly elected President is about to take office, as a new terrorist threat is discovered. A threat that goes all the way back to the fall of Communism. Slowly it is discovered that there is a connection between this threat and a highly placed figure within the CIA. A man who has no problem removing obstacles from his way.
As the plot and sub plots develop it becomes apparent that the target of the next terrorist attack is likely the inauguration of the new President. While how and where the attack will take place are still unknown.
This is a passage from Shadow
Three hours later, he pulled into the park. At the far end of the lot, there was a solitary black Duango parked. As he approached it, he could tell it was running because of the warm exhaust rising from the tail pipe. The man inside looked like he was sleeping. Jim parked his T Bird and walked up to the driver's door. It was Wayne Russell all right, but he was in no position to talk. The driver's side window was shattered, and it was apparent that some one had placed a small caliber round through his temple. Probably a two twenty three, and at long range judging by the entrance wound. Jim turned looking behind him; there was a tree line on the other side of the road nearly two hundred yards away. Then looking at the parking lot he noticed where someone had pulled up here and walked around a vehicle to this same spot.
Was he being watched right now he wondered. Reaching in he took an envelope that was pinned to Russell's coat, soaked in his blood. Looking back at the tree line he opened the envelope, the note simply said, YOU'RE NEXT, STAND DOWN.
Walking briskly back to his car he looked around, it didn't appear anyone could have seen him, except maybe the shooter if he was still around. Jim got into the Thunderbird, spun it around in the snow, and hurried out of there.
As he drove, he watched his rear view mirror, making sure he was not being followed. How did Kline know he was investigating he thought? This had to be Kline, that SOB, he thought. No wonder no one wants to talk.
So he knew, that meant now more than ever it was important that he hurry, before Kline could clear the trail behind him.
As the story continues readers are introduced to the team Jim heads. As they without his help continue to pursue the terrorist plot. While Jim Kelley goes after Kline. The reader is swept up in the chase as each new chapter unfolds. While Kline slowly is revealed as the most inconsiderate, and self satisfying man imaginable. He will let no one, or nothing stand in his way as he claws his way to the top.
The reader is taken on a journey into the darkest places in the hearts of men.
The tactical side of the story is riveting, as well as heartbreaking. Lets face it everyone won't always come home.
While at the same time the clock ticks away on a sleeping Washington DC.
This is nonstop action beginning to end, and the end is not certain. TR Wallace has found a way to mix the beauty of northern Michigan with the chaotic events of the day.
Shadow War captures the mood of this changing world.
At the same time a newly elected President is about to take office, as a new terrorist threat is discovered. A threat that goes all the way back to the fall of Communism. Slowly it is discovered that there is a connection between this threat and a highly placed figure within the CIA. A man who has no problem removing obstacles from his way.
As the plot and sub plots develop it becomes apparent that the target of the next terrorist attack is likely the inauguration of the new President. While how and where the attack will take place are still unknown.
This is a passage from Shadow
Three hours later, he pulled into the park. At the far end of the lot, there was a solitary black Duango parked. As he approached it, he could tell it was running because of the warm exhaust rising from the tail pipe. The man inside looked like he was sleeping. Jim parked his T Bird and walked up to the driver's door. It was Wayne Russell all right, but he was in no position to talk. The driver's side window was shattered, and it was apparent that some one had placed a small caliber round through his temple. Probably a two twenty three, and at long range judging by the entrance wound. Jim turned looking behind him; there was a tree line on the other side of the road nearly two hundred yards away. Then looking at the parking lot he noticed where someone had pulled up here and walked around a vehicle to this same spot.
Was he being watched right now he wondered. Reaching in he took an envelope that was pinned to Russell's coat, soaked in his blood. Looking back at the tree line he opened the envelope, the note simply said, YOU'RE NEXT, STAND DOWN.
Walking briskly back to his car he looked around, it didn't appear anyone could have seen him, except maybe the shooter if he was still around. Jim got into the Thunderbird, spun it around in the snow, and hurried out of there.
As he drove, he watched his rear view mirror, making sure he was not being followed. How did Kline know he was investigating he thought? This had to be Kline, that SOB, he thought. No wonder no one wants to talk.
So he knew, that meant now more than ever it was important that he hurry, before Kline could clear the trail behind him.
As the story continues readers are introduced to the team Jim heads. As they without his help continue to pursue the terrorist plot. While Jim Kelley goes after Kline. The reader is swept up in the chase as each new chapter unfolds. While Kline slowly is revealed as the most inconsiderate, and self satisfying man imaginable. He will let no one, or nothing stand in his way as he claws his way to the top.
The reader is taken on a journey into the darkest places in the hearts of men.
The tactical side of the story is riveting, as well as heartbreaking. Lets face it everyone won't always come home.
While at the same time the clock ticks away on a sleeping Washington DC.
This is nonstop action beginning to end, and the end is not certain. TR Wallace has found a way to mix the beauty of northern Michigan with the chaotic events of the day.
Shadow War captures the mood of this changing world.
320 pages, Hardcover
First published December 29, 2009
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July 19, 2011
I won this book from a Goodreads Giveaway, and had great communication from the author during its perilous journey through our countries respective shoddy postal systems!
As a review I'd say there are nice ideas in this book, and an exciting and interesting story. There are engaging characters and overall it was an enjoyable read. I'd have to say though that it was certainly a struggle at times. I think, as the book was self-published, it wouldn't have gone through as stringent a proof-reading and editting stage as it would if it had been released through a publishing house. As such there were rather too many grammatical, odd capitilisation, slightly odd comma usage and occassional use of the wrong word. So occasionally it was awkward to read when I had to read a sentence a couple of times to get the correct intonation of the dialogue, which was a little frustrating.
Still I would repeat that overall the book was enjoyable, especially so for a first novel, of which I hope there will be more.
As a review I'd say there are nice ideas in this book, and an exciting and interesting story. There are engaging characters and overall it was an enjoyable read. I'd have to say though that it was certainly a struggle at times. I think, as the book was self-published, it wouldn't have gone through as stringent a proof-reading and editting stage as it would if it had been released through a publishing house. As such there were rather too many grammatical, odd capitilisation, slightly odd comma usage and occassional use of the wrong word. So occasionally it was awkward to read when I had to read a sentence a couple of times to get the correct intonation of the dialogue, which was a little frustrating.
Still I would repeat that overall the book was enjoyable, especially so for a first novel, of which I hope there will be more.
May 18, 2010
What can I say I have a bias opinion. However I can say this, everyone who has read it says this, one and all. "Couldn't put it down" That to me is the highest review a suspense writer could ask for. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. TR
April 23, 2010
I loved Shadow War. It was a book I couldn't put down. The book is fiction but true to life. All events could of happened. I really liked the characters. Can't wait for the next book!!
July 14, 2016
Got this on my kindle and could not get through it. The punctuation and grammar were so horrendous that I could not follow the story at all. I attempted it three times before finally giving up. My daughter wrote better when she was in middle school. Glad I did not pay for it - borrowed it using Kindle unlimited. Would have been very upset if I paid money for this unreadable mess.
July 19, 2011
Espionage is the name of the game here! If you like Tom Clancy, you'll love this book. The inner workings of Washington in it's finest is exposed in this fictional account of James Kelley, CIA operative. Great book, fast read!
June 20, 2012
Loved the intrigue ..keeps you going with all twists and turns..really like Bucky..a great read.
October 19, 2016
Better character development than many of this genre, and multilayered plot was well planned. An above than average read.
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