As was the case with The Back Door Man, I found it hard to put this novel down and would likely have stayed with it continuously had I not had to pausAs was the case with The Back Door Man, I found it hard to put this novel down and would likely have stayed with it continuously had I not had to pause to recharge my tablet! The action is non-stop, and full of plausible cyber espionage scenarios. I was captivated to the very end, which also like the Back Door Man ended rather abruptly. Even though pure fiction, I could have done with some speculation as to the aftermath.
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As was the case with The Back Door Man, I found it hard to put this novel down and would likely have stayed with it continuously had I not had to pause to recharge my tablet! The action is non-stop, and full of plausible cyber espionage scenarios. I was captivated to the very end, which also like the Back Door Man ended rather abruptly. Even though pure fiction, I could have done with some speculation as to the aftermath....more
We all know how our modern financial industry is dependent on digital information transfer and secure emergency backup. This fast-paced engaging storyWe all know how our modern financial industry is dependent on digital information transfer and secure emergency backup. This fast-paced engaging story describes a fictional scenario whereby that system is crippled by imaginative cyber attackers. Scary stuff!
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We all know how our modern financial industry is dependent on digital information transfer and secure emergency backup. This fast-paced engaging story describes a fictional scenario whereby that system is crippled by imaginative cyber attackers. Scary stuff!...more
As a long time aviation fan, I have read almost every book written specifically dealing with air accidCongratulations to Dennis for writing this book!
As a long time aviation fan, I have read almost every book written specifically dealing with air accident investigations. His work (using numerous references) nicely encapsulates all that is relevant to the ongoing investigations and resolutions for the MCAS problem.
As mentioned by others on Amazon that have read this book, it should have been proofread.
I have been trying to find a way to contact Mr. Coughlin and offer to prroofread Volume 2 at no charge. Perhaps he will see this entry.
Mostly about the personality of the leaders at the top of various IBM divisions during the period leading up to the crisis in 1993. Just a hint of theMostly about the personality of the leaders at the top of various IBM divisions during the period leading up to the crisis in 1993. Just a hint of the remedial measures that were put in place that re-established IBM's position in the marketplace that it holds today....more
Really well-written detective novel. Compelling from the first page. The dialogue between the husband and wife detective team is worth the price of reReally well-written detective novel. Compelling from the first page. The dialogue between the husband and wife detective team is worth the price of reading all by itself!...more
I've discovered that I unfortunatley have no interest in political fiction. Should have paid more attention prior to selecting this novel --- it was oI've discovered that I unfortunatley have no interest in political fiction. Should have paid more attention prior to selecting this novel --- it was on my list of recommended reads....more
Plenty of non-stop action. Written in a style that maintains the readers' interest. A few highly improbable scenarios --- but then that's what fictionPlenty of non-stop action. Written in a style that maintains the readers' interest. A few highly improbable scenarios --- but then that's what fiction is all about. Quite entertaining....more
A Dewey Andreas thriller. Fictional story about Iran's first nuclear weapon. Not to worry, Dewey will make sure it is neutralized!A Dewey Andreas thriller. Fictional story about Iran's first nuclear weapon. Not to worry, Dewey will make sure it is neutralized!...more
Reportedly one of Crichton's best novels. Not so for me. I found the plot wildly absurd, even though it is science fiction.Reportedly one of Crichton's best novels. Not so for me. I found the plot wildly absurd, even though it is science fiction....more