Though at one point he has to read a long list of names, twice, which I expect works better in print.ĭid you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? He does a good job with all the different accents and each character felt different. What does Sean Mangan bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book? The pacing reminds me of Dan Brown's books, but the lead character doesn't come off as so smug. The special ops/military aspect is less serious than an Andy McNabb or Chris Ryan book but may appeal if like me you enjoyed them but were a bit sick of back to Afghanistan. I've not read any of the others by this author. What other book might you compare Ice Station to, and why? If you could sum up Ice Station in three words, what would they be?įantastical (some stuff is clearly make believe but never feels over the top) Thrilling (moves along at a good pace, never felt bored) Intriguing (lots of twists and turns) If you're a stickler for detail and accuracy then abandon hope if you enter here. Sean Mangan brings it all to life in fine style so if you want a fun, hard hitting adventure with lots of action and don't mind the author taking a lot of liberties with his story's credibility you'll find it a lot of fun.

This is not a book for those who want gritty realism or even the vaguely realistic but it's a hugely fun adventure and to be fair the author makes it fairly clear what you are getting from the outset.

I tend to be pretty forgiving about authors pushing the bounds of credulity but Matthew Reilly called my flexibility and raised it by the house limit.

This book is high octane, devil may care, non-stop action and there is no pause for reality checks or attention to the principles of physics. If you take Rambo and cross him with Bourne, partner him with a Disney child hero, stir in some Jaws and even add a twist of Lassie you'll probably get as close as any description I can give you. of violence and chases 60% Planning/preparing, gather info, debate puzzles/motives 20% Feelings, relationships, character bio/development 10% How society works & physical descript.Having just finished this book I'm almost lost for words about how to describe it.

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Ice Station by Matthew Reilly