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The President's Assassin (Sean Drummond #5)
by
Brian Haig
"YOU CAN'T STOP US. THERE WILL BE OTHERS, AND THE PRESIDENT WILL BE HISTORY IN THE NEXT TWO DAYS."
It's a mass execution: six people shot and killed in a Virginia mansion, one of them the White House Chief of Staff. But that isn't the reason Sean Drummond is called in. Newly enlisted in a CIA cell called the Office of Special Projects, the Army lawyer knows the bodies are j...more
It's a mass execution: six people shot and killed in a Virginia mansion, one of them the White House Chief of Staff. But that isn't the reason Sean Drummond is called in. Newly enlisted in a CIA cell called the Office of Special Projects, the Army lawyer knows the bodies are j...more
Paperback, 449 pages
Published
January 1st 2006
by Vision
(first published 2001)
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Sometimes it's enough to simply dislike a book. But that wasn't enough for me. I, foolishly, looked up Brian Haig's bio before writing this review and now I feel ill. I don't even think I can stomach a review, but for you people who need to know about this atrocious, steaming pile of waste, I'll do it.
In his world, everything is black and white and all people are valorous or inept. In his world the government is a terrible burden and pot shots at its incompetence is just matter of course where h...more
In his world, everything is black and white and all people are valorous or inept. In his world the government is a terrible burden and pot shots at its incompetence is just matter of course where h...more
It shouldn't work but it does.
A description of this book would reveal a series of thriller set pieces/cliche taunting killer, ticking clock against the next kill, coniving official within organization how to torpedo the hero, a cat/mouse ransom drop, a Silence of the Lambs jailhouse interrogation with a brilliant sociopath.
Other draw backs is that much of this requires a HUGE suspension of disbelief. For whatever reason, Haig does not really bring in his extensive military knowledge, there are...more
A description of this book would reveal a series of thriller set pieces/cliche taunting killer, ticking clock against the next kill, coniving official within organization how to torpedo the hero, a cat/mouse ransom drop, a Silence of the Lambs jailhouse interrogation with a brilliant sociopath.
Other draw backs is that much of this requires a HUGE suspension of disbelief. For whatever reason, Haig does not really bring in his extensive military knowledge, there are...more
Mar 13, 2013
Captainslog
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A thrilling read right down to the final e-page. First I've read from this author and I will be seeking more.
Excellent multi-dimensional characters, thoroughly believe-able plot, excellent action scenes, a gripping whodoneit and brilliant snark. I particularly loved the snark.
The descriptive scenes where Airforce One expectantly plummeted into the Manhattan skyline ...whoops, SPOILER ....sorry about that.....well had that happened I'd have liked it even more. But it didn't.
I repeat no Airforce...more
Excellent multi-dimensional characters, thoroughly believe-able plot, excellent action scenes, a gripping whodoneit and brilliant snark. I particularly loved the snark.
The descriptive scenes where Airforce One expectantly plummeted into the Manhattan skyline ...whoops, SPOILER ....sorry about that.....well had that happened I'd have liked it even more. But it didn't.
I repeat no Airforce...more
This story had a promising start for me. I liked the beginning and the humor knitted in the text. However as the book wore on, the endless meetings depicted and the constant reports of action that had already occurred began to wear on me. It would have been a better story if the narration had been brought to the action than more than three quarters of the book reflecting on it. It was almost like a series of flashbacks. As much as I love humor and sarcasm, even Haig’s leaning on it became to muc...more
Haig continues to outdo himself with this series! While moving away from official military law and investigating, the scene is still high-paced and full of intrigue as the CIA takes Major Sean Drummond under their wing and has him working in one of their super secret branches. When a couple appears murdered, Drummond in there to assist with the investigation. When it becomes apparent that this murder shakes things all the way up to the Oval Office, things kick into high gear and Drummond becomes...more
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I love the Sean Drummond character series by Brian Haig. I think there are six of them. Sean is a JAG lawyer for "special circumstances" so he only handles special cases. His character is funny and stubborn, but usually does the right thing. He also has a way of making everybody he works with mad and is a major headache for his boss. His boss tends to lend him out to other agencies as much as possible just to get rid of him. If you love books about lawyers and their cases you will love these boo...more
My favorite character and wiseass, Sean Drummond, is back. Someone has offered a $100 million bounty on the president's life and just to get everyone's attention, assassinates, in his home, the Chief of Staff and his family and the Secret Service detail assigned to their protection.
Haig nicely integrates some -- what I think -- pertinent information regarding the real world. While interviewing the major general in charge of the Army CID to help locate some missing weapons (specifically a Bouncin...more
Haig nicely integrates some -- what I think -- pertinent information regarding the real world. While interviewing the major general in charge of the Army CID to help locate some missing weapons (specifically a Bouncin...more
*NOTE* review not finished
While this book reads like a *stand-alone, it is actually the latest in the Sean Drummond series by Brian Haig.
Sean Drummond is simultaneously intrigued and disinterested when the CIA sends him to "consult" on a bizarre, uber secure FBI crime scene. If that sounds convoluted, it is, and Sean makes note of that with a perfect amount of wit and sarcasm. This is the most honestly-funny book I've ever read. It is also the best thriller I've read, in like, forever. I would...more
While this book reads like a *stand-alone, it is actually the latest in the Sean Drummond series by Brian Haig.
Sean Drummond is simultaneously intrigued and disinterested when the CIA sends him to "consult" on a bizarre, uber secure FBI crime scene. If that sounds convoluted, it is, and Sean makes note of that with a perfect amount of wit and sarcasm. This is the most honestly-funny book I've ever read. It is also the best thriller I've read, in like, forever. I would...more
This is my favorite Sean Drummond novel. This book has a novel plot and a very good bad guy. In the previous Brian Haig novels I have read, Sean Drummond's personality was almost a character. It gets boring to read about an adult man who is sarcastic, a know-it-all, needs no one to do his job, except of course, the beautiful and very smart woman who of course wants to jump into bed with him. In this book one of these traits gets him into big trouble. I applaud the author.
I like Brian Haig....he is a good writer. The plot was engaging. Years ago I would have really enjoyed the book. I think I am getting bored with the sub-sub-genre....the political or spy thriller with the irreverent hero and the inevitable involvement with a beautiful fearless woman who always seems to stumble into the story. This base plot is so incredibly common and redundant. That is one of the refreshing qualities of Tom Clancy and Martin Cruz Smith, for example.
With just three days to prevent the assassination of the President, Army lawyer Sean Drummond races the clock in the high-stakes countdown of his career.
Army lawyer Sean Drummond*s new posting is to the Office of Special Projects, a CIA cell that handles the most dangerous threats. When the White House Chief of Staff is found brutally murdered, there*s a note beside him promising more victims--including the President. Sean leaps into action, teaming up with a beautiful colleague to try to stop...more
Army lawyer Sean Drummond*s new posting is to the Office of Special Projects, a CIA cell that handles the most dangerous threats. When the White House Chief of Staff is found brutally murdered, there*s a note beside him promising more victims--including the President. Sean leaps into action, teaming up with a beautiful colleague to try to stop...more
Once again Sean does not get the girl although this is one he is much better off without. We do find that he gets the girl from the previous story in this book. Problem is he lives in DC and she is in Boston. Long distance relationships?? Hey when the prize is worth it than you make it work. So now he has solved crimes within the Army, the private sector and for the CIA - what could be in store for me in the last story?
I tried this Brian Haig book because it popped up as a recommendation based on the Nelson DeMille books I was reading. I have always loved spy thrillers like those by Vince Flynn, but after DeMille I now require some humor to be mixed in even with action. I definitely did not expect to love a book about an Army lawyer assigned to work with CIA/Secret Service, but Sean Drummond now ranks up there with my favorite DeMille characters. I like that he is tough but still has a healthy aversion to gett...more
This book definitely redeemed itself in the end. I do not normally like to read first person narratives and nearly gave up, until the plot started moving. It certainly did deliver in terms of unique thriller. While the characters are forgettable, I enjoy the development and personalities that they have.
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I think this is my favorite Sean Drummond book by Brian Haig. The end SHOCKED me, and I read it again almost right away to try to pick up on things I'd missed the first time. Drummond is a smart and talented lawyer, but what I like most is the sarcasm.
I would have liked this book more if I had not read the 6th book first. I immediately knew who the killer was when something happened and wondered how Sean did not pick up on it sooner. It also makes me think he should have solved the case a lot faster in the 6th book.
Dec 08, 2011
Ratforce
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Brian Haig’s The President’s Assassin is another great choice for political adventure. This story features Sean Drummond, a JAG attorney as he faces the attempted assassin and is available on audiobook. Haig is a military analyst for Fox news.
Sep 03, 2008
Shannon
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
suspense readers
Recommended to Shannon by:
husband
Brian Haig remains one the the most humerous suspense writers out there. In this book, Major Sean Drmmond, on loan from the Army JAG Corps to the CIA is loaned out to the FBI in an attempt to catch a group of vicious murderers who claim they will kill the president within 48 hours. This announcement comes when it is discovered the the White House Chief of Staff, his wife, and their selective service body guards are all found brutally murdered. Thus begins the wild ride of trying to stop these cr...more
I liked the writing style of this author. It's the first book by this author that I've read and I'll definitely pick up another one. He's very sarcastic and I like it =) The only thing I don't like is the fact that I figured out the ending beforehand. But it was still a good read!
In this fifth in the series, JAG Attorney Sean Drummond is assigned to a CIA special projects office. Someone is killing Washington officials and has threatened to kill the President. A suspect is identified and then the plot twists and turns. I love this series - good storylines with interesting characters and a protagonist reminiscent of Nelson DeMille's John Corey, another favorite.
I don't know what it is about this guy's writing, but I can sit down and can't quit reading. I like the way he thinks. I like the way he writes and he's just a bit twisted, which I can respect and appreciate. I loved it.
Great story, complete with a whammy at the end that catches you off guard. You think that everything is coming together, then: Whammy! I have read all the Sean Drummond stories by Brian Haig and I think this is my favorite.
A fast paced thriller with the main character, Major Sean Drummond a witty, wisecracking military lawyer. Also gives a very accurate portrayal of the inner workings of the US military.A very good and entertaining read.
If you like a good mystery and a dash of humor, Brian Haig, along with David Rosenfelt are the perfect
reads. Both have a lawyer as the main character. These are authors I have reread, something I don't often do.
reads. Both have a lawyer as the main character. These are authors I have reread, something I don't often do.
An exciting thriller about a bounty being put out on the president's life. The countdown involves numerous murders of high-ranking officials. It's packed with twists and turns and tons of action!
This is a very interesting read. It may even be fairly correct about the relationship of the Military, CIA, FBI and the White House. It seems quite plausible and is mixed in nicely with the plot. I did not find this as good as Haig's latest novel, The Private Sector, because the protagonist, Sean Drummond is a true wisenheimer of the highest order. It can range from funny to over the line and about 1/4 of the book is his supercilious wise cracks. The comings and goings of new ideas and unexpecte...more
Another fast read by Haig. Nothing profound, just a lot of action and a weak ending. The series hero was again a "know-it-all" except at times when he is an imbecile to make the plot work.
I really like Brian Haig's style, especially when Sean Drummond is the lead character.
Great pace with a well setup twist at the end that surprised me.
Great read!
Great pace with a well setup twist at the end that surprised me.
Great read!
I have loved each of the novels written by Brian Haig. He is witty and his stories move a fast pace.
I recommend reading them all!
I recommend reading them all!
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Brian Haig is the son of former US Secretary of State Alexander Haig and has been born and bred in the American military.Since retiring from duty and has been a special advisor to the Joint Chiefs of Staff and now runs a large Helicopter company.
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* Sean Drummond
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