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More Deaths Than One
by
Bryan Islip (Goodreads Author)
Thomas Thornton has settled down to expatriated family life in Saudi Arabia. He is wrongfully caught up in shariah law on drugs dealing charges then finds himself implicated in a far more universal situation. Injustice is a bitter pill - potentially a fatal one where your landing card is headlined in red italics: Death For Drugs Dealers. Even with a past life as explosive...more
Paperback, 324 pages
Published
October 1st 2009
by Pictures and Poems
(first published November 14th 2008)
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Having just recieved 'more deaths than one' by Bryan Islip i am anxious to begin reading, as after reading the blurb i am more excited than before to find out what this novel is like as it does sound truly amazing. There is a note at the begining of the novel that the author has written and which is so touching & personal and which i would like to thank the author greatly, for an insight into the publishing world and how to get a book out to the world - facinating! (especially as i am curren...more
Now we all say you shouldn't judge a book by it's cover and this book is one of those that proves the old proverb correct. The cover just does not give you the sense that this book is as grown up and complex as it actually is.
The book reads like a very exciting adventure film that would do James Bond well; the characters are well crafted and there are enough red herrings scattered through that you are very mistrustful of a lot of the characters, though I didn't think the big twist at the end was...more
The book reads like a very exciting adventure film that would do James Bond well; the characters are well crafted and there are enough red herrings scattered through that you are very mistrustful of a lot of the characters, though I didn't think the big twist at the end was...more
I received the book for free through Goodreads First Reads Giveaway
I must confess this is not the sort of book I would normally read but having said that it was a good read and great first novel. A book where you can really lose yourself in and become one of the characters! Really glad I did read the intro first as I felt like I got to know the lead character and how he started off on his life's amazing if not dangerous journey! Really looking forward to reading the second novel due out very soo...more
I must confess this is not the sort of book I would normally read but having said that it was a good read and great first novel. A book where you can really lose yourself in and become one of the characters! Really glad I did read the intro first as I felt like I got to know the lead character and how he started off on his life's amazing if not dangerous journey! Really looking forward to reading the second novel due out very soo...more
I received this book from the Goodreads "First Reads" program.
I would like to thank Mr Islip not only for providing me with a copy of this book to review but also for the note included with the book, it was very thoughtful.
More Deaths Than One follows Thomas Thornton as he is imprisoned in a Saudi Arabian Prison for a drug related crime he didn't commit.
Though slow to start - there was a fair bit of back story that was imperative to the plot - this book was hard to put down. A compelling plot l...more
I would like to thank Mr Islip not only for providing me with a copy of this book to review but also for the note included with the book, it was very thoughtful.
More Deaths Than One follows Thomas Thornton as he is imprisoned in a Saudi Arabian Prison for a drug related crime he didn't commit.
Though slow to start - there was a fair bit of back story that was imperative to the plot - this book was hard to put down. A compelling plot l...more
Considering that this is really not the kind of book that I read on a day to day basis, it is one that I highly enjoyed. The while story line from beginning to end was captivating in the sense that I was really drawn into the story and all it was that was being told. I did feel that the introduction to the main character was rather long, but after reading the rest of the novel, you could see that it served its purpose in explaining to you his life story and the sort of person he is now, but also...more
Won this on a Goodreads Giveaway and so very glad I did.
This book is a little slow to start as Thorton's background is laid out although this bit doesn't drag and is very intriguing in itself as it doesn't fully explain everything (these gaps are filled in later) but gives the reader enough to understand Thornton and the way he is and the direction his life has taken. The story itself is full of intrigue and conspiracy with many a twist and turn and moments of pure humility and humanity which ad...more
This book is a little slow to start as Thorton's background is laid out although this bit doesn't drag and is very intriguing in itself as it doesn't fully explain everything (these gaps are filled in later) but gives the reader enough to understand Thornton and the way he is and the direction his life has taken. The story itself is full of intrigue and conspiracy with many a twist and turn and moments of pure humility and humanity which ad...more
For a first novel Bryan Islip has certainly hit the spot.
I couldn't put it down - I was with the characters all the time with their 'adventures'. The main character, Thornton, is totally believable, and the author captures the culture of the Middle East - I could smell the smells and feel the fear... brilliant book!
Look forward to his next novel, which I believe will be out later this year. Can't wait!
Highly recommended.
I couldn't put it down - I was with the characters all the time with their 'adventures'. The main character, Thornton, is totally believable, and the author captures the culture of the Middle East - I could smell the smells and feel the fear... brilliant book!
Look forward to his next novel, which I believe will be out later this year. Can't wait!
Highly recommended.
I was so excited when I got this book. I love reading book about the middle east espicially Saudia Arabia.I must say I really enjoy reading this book. At first it was a bit slow but it got more intresting as I continued reading.Thornton is quite a unique character he was so real to me with all his adventures and troubles. Definately reading it again. good thing I hvae a copy.:)
I received this book from first reads and really enjoyed it. The beginning was a bit overwhelming as the life of Thomas is layed out. However, it is a good base for the rest of the story and allowed me to understand his feelings and thoughts. His adventures are intriguing and believable. I had a hard time putting this book down as I got farther into it. I would recommend this book to anyone.
Rating: R --> incredibly foul language and some sexual references
Rating: R --> incredibly foul language and some sexual references
I received a copy of this book from goodreads first read. It's a really gripping thriller and although it got off to a bit of a slow start the story was engaging with believable characters. A strong debut novel, I enjoyed it very much.
This was an adventure from the word go. Thomas Thornton lives in Saudi Arabia and all is going well until he is framed for drug smuggling, he is arrested and sentenced to execution. He escapes helping others along the way and then the excitement really begins.
This book has it all, revenge, love, injustice, action-packed escapades, smuggling, murder and conspiracy, I defy you to get bored reading this book.
Bryan Islip is an author to watch, his characters are real with positive and negative aspec...more
This book has it all, revenge, love, injustice, action-packed escapades, smuggling, murder and conspiracy, I defy you to get bored reading this book.
Bryan Islip is an author to watch, his characters are real with positive and negative aspec...more
This is a Goodreads first reads book that I won ... and it was excellent!
The cover was a little misleading I thought. It doesn't really give any indication to the story at all. It was a roller-coaster of a thriller and I would recommend it 100%. An ex-special forces chap is falsely accused and imprisoned for drug trafficking in Saudi. The plot thickens as his two boys are sent to his sister's whilst his wife initially disappears... and it goes on. The characters are enjoyable. I loved the relati...more
The cover was a little misleading I thought. It doesn't really give any indication to the story at all. It was a roller-coaster of a thriller and I would recommend it 100%. An ex-special forces chap is falsely accused and imprisoned for drug trafficking in Saudi. The plot thickens as his two boys are sent to his sister's whilst his wife initially disappears... and it goes on. The characters are enjoyable. I loved the relati...more
A suspenseful and adventurous read. Most of the characters were quite believable and it was interesting to see the author's take on Middle Eastern culture. If you like topical adventure stories, you'll enjoy this book.
**I received this book for free through the Goodreads First Read program**
**I received this book for free through the Goodreads First Read program**
A gripping thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. I couldn’t put it down and was disappointed when it came to an end.
An absorbing and thought-provoking adventure. The story provides a rather well-balanced look at both the positive and disturbing aspects of middle eastern culture. A book well worth reading!!
I won my copy through GoodReads First Reads Giveaways in exchange for an honest review. So here goes...
This is exactly the kind of book I enjoy reading. It was a non-stop roller coaster ride, with many twists and turns, which kept me gripped right through to the end. I love the author's attention to detail (particularly giving dates and locations). I'm not too sure I was satisfied with the ending. Perhaps a sequel in order. I would love to read more by this author.
This is exactly the kind of book I enjoy reading. It was a non-stop roller coaster ride, with many twists and turns, which kept me gripped right through to the end. I love the author's attention to detail (particularly giving dates and locations). I'm not too sure I was satisfied with the ending. Perhaps a sequel in order. I would love to read more by this author.
A good book. I found it to be exciting and suspenseful. Would recommend it to anyone.
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