Title: Crisis Four:
Author: Andy McNab
First published January 1, 1999
391 pages, ebook
Rating: 3.89
Overview
Nick Stone, an ex-SAS trooper, is the epitome of a highly trained, clever, and ruthless individual. He’s been hired by a top-secret organization to take on dangerous deniable operations.
Sarah Greenwood, the only woman he’s ever opened up to, is beautiful, intelligent, and cunning. But when Stone is given the order to hunt her down, he finds himself at the center of a deadly cat and mouse game.
Pursued through the vast wilderness of America, Stone must uncover a terrifying conspiracy theory that only Sarah holds the key to. As the tension reaches boiling point, Stone must race against time to get to Sarah before it’s too late.
With heart-pumping action and revealing tradecraft, Crisis Four is a suspense thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat!
About the Author
Andy McNab began his military career as a boy soldier in 1976 when he joined the infantry. In 1984, he became a member of the prestigious 22 SAS Regiment.
Over the course of ten years, he served in B Squadron 22 SAS and participated in both covert and overt special operations around the world, including anti-terrorist and anti-drug operations in various regions of the world, such as the Middle and Far East, South and Central America, and Northern Ireland.
Specializing in counter-terrorism, prime target elimination, demolitions, weapons and tactics, covert surveillance and information gathering in hostile environments, and VIP protection, McNab collaborated with police forces, prison services, anti-drug forces, and western-backed guerrilla movements, as well as worked on conventional special operations. In Northern Ireland, he spent two years working as an undercover operator with 14th Intelligence Group before becoming an instructor.
McNab also instructed foreign special forces in counter-terrorism, hostage rescue, and survival training, in addition to working as an instructor on the SAS selection and training team.
McNab is a bestselling author who has written about his experiences in the SAS in two books, Bravo Two Zero (1993) and Immediate Action (1995). Bravo Two Zero, which is the highest-selling war book of all time, has sold over 1.7 million copies in the UK and has been published in 17 countries and translated into 16 languages.
Immediate Action spent 18 weeks at the top of the bestseller lists and has sold over 1.4 million copies in the UK.
In addition to his non-fiction work, McNab has also written seven fast-paced thrillers that are highly acclaimed for their authenticity and have all been Sunday Times bestsellers. McNab’s thrillers draw on his experiences and knowledge of Special Forces soldiering, and his books have been officially registered by Neilsen Bookscan as the bestselling British thriller writer of the last year.
Editoral Review
Crisis Four, written by Andy McNab and first published on January 1st, 1999, is a thrilling novel that will keep you at the edge of your seat. Andy McNab is a pseudonym for a former soldier who is known for his military and thriller books.
Crisis Four belongs to the genre of military and espionage fiction, which is known for its suspenseful plots and intense action sequences. McNab has written several books in this genre, and Crisis Four is considered one of his best works.
The novel takes place in Europe and follows the story of Nick Stone, a former SAS officer turned freelance security consultant, who gets caught up in a dangerous game of espionage. Nick is hired to protect a wealthy businessman, but things take a turn when he uncovers a sinister plot involving a group of eco-terrorists and an arms dealer.
Nick soon finds himself caught between his loyalty to his client and his desire to protect innocent lives. The story is fast-paced and full of intense action sequences, making it a page-turner from start to finish.
McNab’s writing style is gripping, and he does an excellent job of building tension and keeping the reader guessing. The characters are well-developed, and Nick is a likable and complex protagonist who will leave you rooting for him until the very end.
The novel also touches on themes of loyalty, betrayal, and morality, making it a thought-provoking read. One of the strengths of the book is the way McNab uses his military background to bring his scenes to life.
Whether it’s describing a gunfight or an escape, McNab’s attention to detail is exceptional. The pacing of the story is also well-crafted, with enough twists and turns to keep the reader engaged, but never to the point of confusion.
However, the book does have some flaws. The plot is somewhat predictable, with some of the twists and turns being a tad formulaic.
Additionally, some of the dialogue and character interactions come off as a bit cheesy, detracting from the overall seriousness of the story. Overall, Crisis Four is an excellent novel for fans of military and espionage fiction.
Its suspenseful plot, likable characters, and thrilling action sequences make it a worthwhile read. If you’re looking for an exciting and thought-provoking book, then Crisis Four should be on your list.
3.5/5 stars.
