| Title | : | A Deadly Distance (Jack Noble, #2) |
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| Rating | : | |
| ISBN | : | - |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Kindle Edition |
| Number of Pages | : | 276 |
| Publication | : | First published January 29, 2013 |
Washington, D.C. Midday. A man waits at a bus stop, his intentions unknown. Two government operatives have been stalking him for days, waiting for him to make his move. Unexpectedly, the man takes off running and heads for a deserted warehouse.
Jack Noble and his partner, Frank Skinner, believe the man to be part of a terrorist organization that is involved in smuggling drugs and guns and men into the country. But it turns out their plan involves far more export than import, and hits a lot closer to home.
As the case unfolds, the man behind it all reaches out to Jack with a simple message... 37 hours.
A Deadly Distance (Jack Noble, #2) Reviews
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Better than the first
Jack really gets into this story, and his compulsion to help others comes clearly out. I would recommend this book to you. -
3.5 Stars
Not as good as the first one, but it was still entertaining and made the car ride more enjoyable. -
Second chance
I read the first book in the series seriously questioning everything about it. I said that I would read the next book in this series to see if it had any depth, character development and suspense. This is supposed to be about a tough, gritty character named Jack Noble. I feel like I just read a freshman paper in Creative Writing and gave it a D.
I'm an avid reader and I absolutely devour books yet this seems to lack anything that I can sink my teeth into and not stop reading. I don't understand the very linear writing style that leaves it one dimensional throughout the book. There's so many missed opportunities to delve deeper into the characters, storyline or even outright plot twist. It's seriously being able to figure out the entire book within a few chapters. The very little "plot twist" was a little chapter at the end. I would love to talk openly about the book yet I'm sure that some people enjoy the style of writing where they don't have to worry about it being memorable or deeply thought out.
All I will say is that, after reading 2 books in this series, is that I won't be reading any others. I honestly don't care that they are free with my Prime account and Kindle Unlimited, they are just very boring. -
Former soldier turned assassin Jack Noble is no ones White Knight but his ingrained instinct to protect the innocent, especially a child, is front and center throughout this book. His ability to carry out acts of extreme violence as the means to insure his success is also used over and over to help him achieve his objective
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The previous book had its faults but I quite enjoyed it, unfortunately I really didn’t like this one.
For some reason the author has made Jack quite obnoxious and this coupled to excessive violence, doesn’t make him a likeable character.
The story didn’t start out too bad, however it didn't take too long before it began to feel like the sort of nonsensical contrived plot you get in the worst Hollywood action movies. -
Great fun. A fast-paced, nicely written and believable covert-ops novel with interesting characters who were not the usual superstudly, all heroic alpha-males, (well, not much!).
Does exactly what it says on the tin ;) -
Non-stop action from start to finish!
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Jack Noble begins his journey.
This, the second of the Noble series, is another action packed introduction to the protagonist. This time he is dealing with the rescue of children who have been taken from their families to be sold or given to others, not necessarily in this country. The antagonists are truly evil. Noble has now joined the SIS, a mysterious US agency that deals with terrorists. He and his partner, while investigating something entirely different, stumble on the crisis with the children and readjust their goals. Going further into the plot would lead to spoilers but suffice to say it is well done and will grab the reader's interest. -
A tale of Secret Intelligence breaking a child abduction ring - the finale is all a bit far-fetched - not sure if I will read any more Jack Noble
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I can't make up my mind if I like this series enough to keep reading. I think I'll just keep it in mind for now. Plenty of authors I like better that I can read.
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Addictive! Page turner that is hard to put down!
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For years I have enjoyed the works of my favorite authors: David Baldacci, Lee Child, Tom Clancy, Clive Cussler, Nelson DeMille, and James Rollins. I am now going to add Mr. Ryan to my group of favorite authors. He checks all the boxes on my wish list when it comes to reading: well-developed, believable characters, short chapters with cliffhangers, and constant action always moving forward. Most importantly, like Jack Reacher and his sort of hero figure, I enjoy books where the main character is a bit rogue and unpredictable for all the right reasons—he (or she) has a strongly developed personal moral code. Jack Noble fits that bill to a tee. It was troubling that he lost Sarah in this story but after all, it makes sense and is consistent with the warrior’s code. Can’t wait for mumble three!!
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Jack Noble is working for yet another shadowy organization. Jack has a good partner, and they are chasing down a terrorist operation. Little do they know, it's actually human trafficking...of children. Jack's moral code may be a bit skewed, with "a certain moral flexibility" that allows for the killing of such men.
But someone out there knows who Jack is, and is playing a deadly game of cat and mouse, leading Jack along while threatening child hostages. Will Jack find this man before time is up for the hostages? Will anyone be prepared for Jack's brand of justice?
Enjoyable intrigue, pieces of the puzzle nicely distributed, characters of sufficient depth to care about. And... Jack has a Bond Girl. I have to admit, I miss Bear!
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The Distance is Closer than you Think
Noble and his partner, Frank, are watching a bus stop. More precisely, a man at the bus stop. When the man starts acting hinky, what Noble and Frank walk into is a horror, a mess none of the team will ever forget.
When part of Nobleʼs teamʼs victory is snatched from under them, with 37 hours for re-recovery, the team doesn't have a moment to lose.
After some pretty cool car chases, did Noble make the deadline?
Readers who enjoy Tom Clancyʼs earlier work, Lee Childʼs Jack Reacher, or Clive Cusslerʼs Dirk Benedict will love the car chases, and others will root for a certain love possibility.
I gave this four stars because the action never quit. -
I'm 60% done with A Deadly Distance: I am listening the audio CD of this book and have passed the 60% completion mark. At this point, I have decided to stop listening. The book begins with an apparent rescue of a child abduction. Characters are introduced, but they don't make a compelling impression. After more than six hours of listening, I can't recall the names of the two protagonists or their backstory. The narrarator has a boring cadence.
After reaching 60%, I gave the book a fair try, but it is just too boring to continue. I find myself counting how many CDs I have left and wishing the book were over -- at that point, it is time to bail and move on to another book on my long queue that I really want to hear. -
A man waits at a bus stop, his intentions unknown. Two government operatives have been stalking him for days, waiting for him to make his move. Unexpectedly, the man takes off running and heads for a deserted warehouse.
Jack Noble and his partner, Frank Skinner, believe the man to be part of a terrorist organization that is involved in smuggling drugs and guns and men into the country. But it turns out their plan involves far more export than import, and hits a lot closer to home.
As the case unfolds, the man behind it all reaches out to Jack with a simple message... 37 hours. -
I read this on a recomendation since I really enjoy the Mitch Robb series and of course Pike Logan both authors develop stories and characters through out the book from one to another.
This author starts out with a chase, killing and brutal excess without any story line or characlet background. I actually forced myself to continue to read through to the end...a lot of alchohol soaked up by JAck Noble.
Sorry but I really don't think I will move on to the next one in the series....instead I will be patient a look at other authors to fill my library needs. -
The first book wasn't great and this one is worse. Every cliched attribute of characters like Jack Reacher, Mitch Rapp, etc. without all the annoying story line and interesting characters. The protagonist in this story shows his bad-assedness by lighting up a cigarette where he shouldn't and in general being an ass. Very stilted conversation with other characters and absolutely nonsense for plot.
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I read this on the heels of finishing the first Jack Noble series, "Noble Beginnings". And, while I liked Noble Beginnings, it wasn't great. This one, however, was much better. "A Deadly Distance" actually had a plot that flowed quite well throughout the story. There was still the non-stop action and mystery, but much more believable. I look forward to continue reading the Jack Noble series, that I believe could easily turn into a TV series.
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I can't go lower than a three because I know it is a lot of work to write a book. But, this is not original and I guess I am just tired of the ex special ops guy who has every other part of the government out to get him. It is an easy read and I could have finished it in a couple hours but I stopped and need to find something to read on a couple long flights I have to take. Something original.
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Like Noble Beginnings, I felt like the pace of this one was a little brisk, but a little more believable. There were still multiple editing errors that need to be cleaned up prior to publication. And the ego / womanizing was still a bit much. But, overall, I did enjoy this book, and I really liked the final scene between Frank and Jack regarding the case, although it was a bit unbelievable as rarely would this ever happen in real life. But, it did leave me with the feel-goods, LOL!
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One Tough Hombre!
I believe Jack Noble is the toughest guy I’ve ever read about. I mean this physically. If the series doesn’t treat him more “humanly “ I don’t see how he can survive.
It was a good read and had plenty of action. The reality of children being kidnapped and sold is totally repulsive to me. Those who are involved like the Senator in the story are definitely the scum of the earth. He got better than he deserved!
