The Wheel of Darkness by Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child
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Book Reviews of The Wheel of Darkness
Book Review: Very interesting read.
Summary: 4 Stars
I've read virtually all of the Preston/Childs books, and every one of the Pendergast series. Why the latter has so seized my fascination to such a degree, I'm not exactly sure. In any case, while I wouldn't call "Wheel" the best book in the series, it certainly is an interesting read. It is entirely consistent with the storytelling trail left by previous books, and leaves its own intriguing trailer at the very end.
Preston/Childs books never, ever, lack for imagination -- that is, in fact, their chief calling card. "Wheel" is no exception in that regard. However, character development definitely gets a short shrift in this tale -- much more so than the other books, wherein we got to examine Pendergast and other main characters at much greater depth. Constance, in particular, seems to have become just a bit more than Pendergast's appendage, with nothing of the remarkableness of her personal story or abilities evident. Hopefully, that will change in future books.
Book Review: ANOTHER GREAT STORY FROM THE BEST!
Summary: 4 Stars
Well, I waited awhile for this book to finally come out in paperback. I've read everything from Preston and Child. They are undoubtedly the best out there and always provide a fun read. They remain consistently good and provide thrills, scares, lots of action, and all-out page turners. I was excited to finally read the book and it starts out well with a fast pace. It has a great mystery that develops into a superb cat-and-mouse pursuit with Pendergast and the villain. Pendergast is at the top of his game in this one and races against the clock to pursue the antagonist. I thought it would end up being one of the best novels but unfortunately the ending seems to be rushed and to me didn't really deliver. The final encounter with the formidable villain and Pendergast should've been so much better, but other than that it was still a great read that I breezed through. Another great one to check out is Final Outcome: An Apocalyptic Mystery Thriller, you won't be disappointed!Book Review: Entertaining, but a bit over the top
Summary: 4 Stars
This is my first book in the series to read, and I found it entertaining, but a bit over the top. There was a bit more of the supernatural involved than what I had heard the series to be known for. Still, it was for the most part a fun read. While the novel begins at a Tibetan monastery, most of the action occurs on a transatlantic liner. Probably the biggest knock for me was that it didn't take long to figure out that anytime a minor character was introduced it was only so that they could be killed off. Still, I'll come back to the series again, and not at all reluctantly, but I'll probably start closer to the beginning of the run.Book Review: Enjoyable, if a little overly "exotic"
Summary: 4 Stars
I enjoyed this book, I usually enjoy anything this writing team churns out. I read mostly as a leisure pursuit and this book is definately for those kind of moments. There were some interesting plot twists and it moved at a good pace. Some slight (nitpicking) issues with the UK setting for part of the plot, I have never seen a london cab at 110 miles per hour, and I don't think anyone has asked for a taxi from "your pool" of hotel taxis for about, er, forty years.
But thumbs up, enjoyed it and have passed it on to friends.
Book Review: THE WHEEL OF DARKNESS
Summary: 4 Stars
This book held up the the great style of Preston and Childs writing. It was as usual extreamly exciting and kept the reader in check every step of the way. Onece you put it down for the day you can't wait for your next free time to pick it up again. The reader hits a low when book adventure is over and cannot wait for another release. Great Book