Intricate and Exciting Thriller
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Review: THE FORGOTTEN ROOM by Lincoln Childs

The new thriller in Author Lincoln Childs' Jeremy Logan series, THE FORGOTTEN ROOM intricately weaves history, contemporary intellectual and scientific research, scientific fact and supposition, together with those age-old staples of the human spirit: the obsession for knowledge; and greed. Yale historian and self-proclaimed "enigmalogist" Jeremy Logan returns to the New England think tank from which he had been summarily dismissed a decade ago, summoned to investigate the inexplicable suicide of one if the Fellows, a brilliant computer scientist on the verge of an anticipated and active retirement. Logan uncovers mysteries dating back to the 1920's-1930's, virtually concealed by lots of coverups. In the midst of imminent and potentially fatal danger, Logan must act to preserve the sanity of the human race, or die in the attempt. What is the most frightening to me in this novel is the unlimited boundaries of science being warped by greed and sociopathy--techniques that could have promise as cures, warped into hostile and fatal weapons applications.
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This complex murder mystery manages to combine an intricate plot with frequent danger filled action and a few twists and turns to a surprising ending.  Along the way it informs the reader of the fascinating ancient and modern history of St. Augustine, Florida.  The story is a colorful blending of history, politics, sex, archeology, police procedure, courtroom drama, etc.  Well worth a read.
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Evil has infiltrated government agencies, business,  politics,  police forces and even small town America! Jane is on the run, (labeled a rogue FBI agent), determined to bring it to light. Good people are dying and good people are killing them! Freedom, including a person's free will, is at stake!
  Intrigue and action are intricate in this thriller! Didn't read the first book in the series,  but was able to stay with the story. Empathize with Jane and Luther; irate Luther didn't share more info with his family. Good read. 3 1/2 stars.
  Voluntarily read ARC through Netgalley and publisher, for honest review.
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This is a fast paced and complex novel full of suspense and family issues.  The writing is top notch.  There are a batch of characters, but they are complex and easy to keep track of.  I won't go deeply into plot.  Others have done that, but I believe it better to let a book like this speak for itself.  It does involve kidnapping, embezzlement, and family issues.  Once you start reading this, you certainly won't want to put it down.  I do recommend it highly.
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Codex is a cleverly plotted thriller that blends ideas from advanced artificial intelligence with long-held religious beliefs about how secret codes have been hidden in the bible.  While the main character - Jack Bernstein - is initially not very likeable, the book draws you (and him) into the murky underground world that surrounds the death of his estranged daughter.  There is just enough of an emotional and intellectual tug to bring you to the third way mark, when Dawson really starts cranking up the stakes.

I know that some reviewers have complained that there is too much internal dialogue and not enough action, but I think that Dawson manages that balancing act well.  The ideas in the novel are complex and interesting enough to warrant proper examination - and they are woven into the emotional development of the characters convincingly.  That level of detail gives the book's ending the excitement, credibility and depth that I personally look for in a thriller.

This is an amazing achievement for a first book and I'd definitely recommend it.
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I really enjoyed this novel, obviously the first in a series. Dr. Lieberman has written an exciting saga that is like a roller-coaster ride: Twists and turns at high speed that leave you feeling exhilarated at the end and wanting to get back on for another ride. I can't wait for the author to bring out the next high-power thriller.
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This book was amazing.  It kept the excitement going on several levels. There were elements of a psycho thriller and a mafia/drug war. There was also a mystery and a love story. I never knew who would survive or what the ending would be. There were many good twists in the plot.
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This is a fast-paced, well written thriller. The characters are complex and well crafted, as is the story. Action packed, you won't want to put it down until the end.
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Surprisingly intense with intricate plot twists and adventure.  On first view, it looks like this might be a fluffy book, but it is not.  It has some amazing insights and character development and shows evolution of choices both good and bad.
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I enjoyed this story.  The author made it tough to guess the murderer because there were several possibilities, so the reader couldn't tell until the end who did it!  It got complicated toward the end with lots of information and action.  It was fast-paced and exciting.
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The Q Manifesto is a fast-paced thriller with an edge of reality that kept me turning pages.
An ancient manuscript shows up that refutes the Gospels and the world is in turmoil. Jay Hunt, a back country tour guide, receives a strange message from his father, an expert in the Dead Sea scrolls. Before Jay can reach him, his father is killed in a traffic accident in Jerasulem. Jay takes off on a global chase to uncover the truth - both new and ancient.
The father-son relationship gave this exciting story an Indiana Jones feel. The plot cut so close to current news event, it made for an intense read.
The only thing I didn't care for was that Jay called the lovely woman in his life "Doc." Hopefully, this is the first of The Ezra Chronicles and this romance has more of a chance to develop.
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I can't wait for more adventures with Jacob Lev in a world made of many layers of meaning. The story is a whirlwind thriller amidst vivid settings. The reader feels the horrors, but also the beauty and power experienced by the characters. This book presents physical, human mysteries alongside the mystery of living; of life.
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This novel is a fast-paced thriller with the intricate detail of one who seems to have indeed been in these dark places of the world. The characters are compelling, if not very likable, and seems utterly believable. While providing an unflinching view of world geopolitics, a fun and interesting read!
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This book was unexpectedly intense; a first rate thriller that leaves you wanting more. I cannot WAIT for volume 2
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This techno-thriller is one wild ride through the secret world of the NSA. Dan Brown has the ability to tell an intriguing story that is frightening in its real world applications but keeps you guessing as a "Who done it." The book follows the work of the NSA and the complex code breaking technology that is the backbone of the agency. While the book is heavy in technology it is not overly complicated to follow. The book also features a strong female lead character, Susan Fletcher, that is worthy of more stories being written about.
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A fast pacey thriller with twists and turns which leave the reader guessing as each new lead is followed through.
Along with its imaginative plot the beauty of this novel is that Eccles's obvious knowledge of the region, its geography, politics, history and present state of affairs is crafted into the story so that the reader is transported into a part of the world that few in the West really know or understand. This adds a real dimension to the story and allows the reader to submerge themselves into a world that undoubtedly exists but luckily few will experience first hand.
I have also read the first book in the series, which was also a very good read and won a number of prizes, but this represents a big leap forward, so I am already looking forward to the next one
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It was a thriller with many twists and turns and kept you reading.  There were many characters and I had to concentrate keep them all in place.  I recommend "The Code Within" to anyone who likes a thriller filled with espionage and counter terrorism.