As I ponder what to write on this rain-soaked Sunday, the characters are really what make “Pursuit of Honor” so realistic!

Mitch of course is his usual pragmatic self, but the terrorists, there is something different. Is there really a soul in an al Qaeda member? Can he feel for the infidels? Do they really battle among themselves over whom to kill?

What is the real reason behind Glen Adams operation to get to Mitch Rapp? Is he really a moralist? Or a self-appointed judge of the CIA?

Are Mitch’s interrogation methods too harsh?

Are Mike Nash and Hakim “blood” brothers?

I never like to reveal too much about an outstanding novel, so yes get Vince’s latest for yourself!

Do you crack under pressure? At your job, as a husband, as a wife, as a father, as a mother… well do you?

What if instead of going to the office to shuffle papers, or building a skyscraper, or giving care at the hospital
you had to hunt down and kill terrorists!

Would you crack?

Not only does Mitch Rapp have to chase down terrorists, but he has to “babysit” his own man. Mike Nash who was recruited by Mitch is having problems.

In Vince Flynn’s newest novel “Pursuit of Honor“, a group of unknown terrorists attack in Washington, DC at the National Counterterrorism Center and kill 185 citizens. Mike and Mitch are in the middle of the attack and Mike’s heroics save many people.

Wait a minute, did I say unknown terrorists?

Of course not, they are from al Qaeda. The Lion of al Qaeda. Karim, Hakim, and Ahmed. Where are they? In Iowa? In Arkansas? Can Mitch find them?

What does Glen Adams, the Inspector General at the Justice Department, have to do with the attacks? Is he a traitor?

Another great read from Vince Flynn so far… more next week!

Receiving books as Christmas gifts is always my first choice. My blessed mother-in-law was “told” by someone in the family that “I, Alex Cross“  would make a great read for me.

Being a major James Patterson fan, I knew his latest work starring Morgan Freeman, whoa I mean Alex Cross would be a fantastic novel.

I have enjoyed Morgan Freeman as an actor since seeing him in The Shawshank  Redemption. This was not his first movie, but his ability to portray such a wide diversity
of characters is what I admire in him.

Reading any and all of the Alex Cross novels, Mr. Freeman voice takes over as I read in the first person.

Letting yourself be someone else adds to the excitement of a thriller. Does that make sense to you? As I’ve stated before, books are my way of escape! And if I can escape being a famous actor so be it!

WOW! After reading some reviews online about “I, Alex Cross“, a person would maybe not read or buy this new work!

Some said, “James has lost his touch”, “Terrible”, “perhaps James needs to retire”, “his writing too many books a year”, and “worth $.50.”

Folks, I am hear to tell you naysayers, YOU ARE NUTS!

“I, Alex Cross” has so many new elements I believe so many of you do not understand.

Alex really shows his family side! Alex show his love for family! Alex finally asks Bree to marry! Everyone needs a Nana.

Sure the always thrill of the hunt is there. The twists and turns. The FBI vs. MPD. The lone madman killer. His helpers.

I for one really enjoyed the Christmas present. Get it for yourself, you will not be disappointed!

As I look forward to 2010, exciting news from one of my favorite authors, Ken Follett.

There are two items of interest, a new novel “Fall Of Giants“ which will not be out till September of this year.

This new work is about a group of families caught  up in the First World War and the Russian Revolution. Really looking forward to this trilogy of generations from 1911 to 1989.

I know the characters will be something to behold!

Also this year, the TV mini-series  from Mr. Follett’s all time best seller “The Pillars of the Earth“. will be released.

Donald Sutherland will be in this eight hour long classic!

Always a great actor, Mr. Sutherland will make me for sure not miss this follow up to reading the book!

I have now to get and read “World Without End” the sequel to “The Pillars of the Earth.”

Ken Follett one of the greats!