Who is this book for?
- Fans of the Joe Pickett series who enjoy the familiar characters and setting.
- Readers who appreciate action-packed thrillers with a Western flavor.
- Those interested in outdoor adventures, wildlife, and falconry.
- People who enjoy complex plots with multiple storylines converging.
- Readers who like strong character development and long-running series.
Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?
- Those who are sensitive to or disagree with right-wing political views.
- Readers looking for strictly realistic fiction without supernatural elements.
- People new to the series who might feel lost without prior context.
- Those who prefer more focus on the main character, Joe Pickett.
- Readers who dislike violence or revenge-driven plots.
Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book
- Fast-paced and action-packed thriller
- Compelling character development, especially for Nate Romanowski
- Intricate plot with multiple intertwining storylines
- Vivid descriptions of Wyoming's landscape and nature
- Strong female characters, particularly Joe's wife and daughters
- Interesting exploration of falconry
- Continuation of long-running character arcs and relationships
- Intense, suspenseful climax at Battle Mountain
- Introduction of potentially interesting new characters
- Satisfying resolution to previous book's cliffhanger
Things people didn't like as much about this book
- Heavy focus on right-wing politics and conspiracy theories
- Unrealistic elements like Nate's ability to see through his falcon's eyes
- Less focus on Joe Pickett compared to previous books
- Some unresolved or off-screen plot points
- Repetitive themes and plot devices for long-time readers
- Portrayal of government agencies and officials as corrupt or incompetent
- Inconsistent character behavior, especially for Nate
- Overreliance on revenge as a plot motivator
- Lack of nuance in portraying antagonists
- Some readers found it boring or predictable
