Countdown

by

James Patterson, Brendan DuBois

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Fans of fast-paced military and espionage thrillers.
  • Readers who enjoy strong female protagonists in action-oriented stories.
  • Those who like complex, globe-spanning plots with high stakes.
  • Fans of James Patterson's collaborative works and writing style.
  • People who enjoy suspenseful stories with countdown-style plots.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Readers looking for deeply nuanced character development.
  • Those who prefer more realistic or grounded spy thrillers.
  • People who dislike open-ended or ambiguous conclusions.
  • Readers sensitive to violence or intense action sequences.
  • Those who prefer standalone novels rather than series entries.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Engrossing and terrifyingly realistic military thriller
  • Complex plot with well-developed characters
  • Fast-paced and riveting action
  • Unpredictable and takes readers on a wild ride
  • Heartbreaking realism comparable to early Tom Clancy novels
  • Intense and suspenseful, especially in the final third
  • Strong female protagonist in Amy Cornwall
  • Builds tension effectively throughout the story
  • Subtle humor mixed with non-stop action
  • Exciting globetrotting adventure across multiple countries

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Some found the ending disappointing or unsatisfying
  • Plot may be too similar to the first book in the series for some readers
  • Can be overly long and drag in parts
  • Characters sometimes feel one-dimensional or stereotypical
  • Some plot points and character actions seem unrealistic or over-the-top
  • Villain characterization feels clichéd to some readers
  • Lack of emotional connection with characters for some
  • Ending felt abrupt or unfinished to some readers
  • Writing style didn't fully immerse some readers in the action
  • Some found it formulaic and predictable at times

If you like this book, you should consider reading:

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by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
by James Patterson, Mike Lupica

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