Dark Angel

by

John Sandford

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Fans of John Sandford's previous works, especially the Prey series.
  • Readers who enjoy fast-paced thrillers with strong female protagonists.
  • Those interested in stories involving cybersecurity, hacking, and modern espionage.
  • People who appreciate detailed action sequences and gun-related content.
  • Readers looking for a mix of investigation and high-stakes action in their thrillers.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Those who prefer more realistic or grounded thrillers.
  • Readers sensitive to excessive violence or gun-related content.
  • People who dislike political elements in their fiction.
  • Fans of deeply character-driven narratives may find this lacking.
  • Readers who prefer slower-paced, more methodical mystery novels.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Fast-paced and suspenseful thriller that keeps readers engaged
  • Strong character development, especially for the protagonist Letty Davenport
  • Interesting and timely plot involving hackers and cybersecurity
  • Well-written with fluid prose and vivid descriptions
  • Good balance of action, investigation, and character interactions
  • Introduces compelling new supporting characters
  • Showcases Letty's growth and development as a protagonist
  • Provides insight into modern espionage and government operations
  • Entertaining dialogue and interactions between characters
  • Builds an intriguing world and foundation for the series

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Too much focus on guns and technical details for some readers
  • Letty sometimes comes across as unrealistically skilled for her age/experience
  • Plot can drag at times with excessive details or discussions
  • Some find the ending abrupt or out of character
  • Less humor compared to author's other series
  • Portrayal of hackers and technology not always believable
  • Political elements may be off-putting to some readers
  • Lacks the depth of character found in author's earlier works
  • Villain development is somewhat weak
  • Some readers find Letty's character annoying or unrelatable

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