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Blood Brothers
As the combined forces of MI5 and the SAS confront ruthless Islamic fanatics bringing jihad to the UK, two former enemies are reluctantly paired together to combat the threat.
Two deadly but very different terror attacks bring carnage to London on the same a suicide bombing in the heart of Soho, and the shooting down of a military aircraft taking part in a ceremonial fly-past. Simultaneously, a previously-unknown Islamic radical calling himself Saladin declares a caliphate in the UK and decrees that all British Muslims should rise up against the infidel state.
The initial terror attacks are followed by sickening atrocities at Jewish schools, and in response to Saladin’s message, disaffected Muslim youths heed the call to arms, establishing Sharia patrols that bring terror to the streets. Others undertake lone-wolf marauding terror attacks. The resultant backlash plays into the hands of a charismatic right-wing politician and threatens to ignite a race war.
The Prime Minister authorises the creation of a multi-agency team, codenamed Artemis, led by an experienced MI5 analyst. This elite new unit brings together top experts from MI5, MI6, GCHQ and the SAS, in a desperate race against time to hunt down the terrorists before they can complete their murderous plan. They’re joined by a former enemy whose knowledge and skills might just be the key to unlocking the entire plot – if he can be trusted.
Two deadly but very different terror attacks bring carnage to London on the same a suicide bombing in the heart of Soho, and the shooting down of a military aircraft taking part in a ceremonial fly-past. Simultaneously, a previously-unknown Islamic radical calling himself Saladin declares a caliphate in the UK and decrees that all British Muslims should rise up against the infidel state.
The initial terror attacks are followed by sickening atrocities at Jewish schools, and in response to Saladin’s message, disaffected Muslim youths heed the call to arms, establishing Sharia patrols that bring terror to the streets. Others undertake lone-wolf marauding terror attacks. The resultant backlash plays into the hands of a charismatic right-wing politician and threatens to ignite a race war.
The Prime Minister authorises the creation of a multi-agency team, codenamed Artemis, led by an experienced MI5 analyst. This elite new unit brings together top experts from MI5, MI6, GCHQ and the SAS, in a desperate race against time to hunt down the terrorists before they can complete their murderous plan. They’re joined by a former enemy whose knowledge and skills might just be the key to unlocking the entire plot – if he can be trusted.
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Published August 28, 2018
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Nick Pope
51 books89 followersNick Pope used to run the British Government's UFO project. From 1991 to 1994 he researched and investigated UFOs, alien abductions, crop circles and other strange phenomena, leading the media to call him the real Fox Mulder. His government background and his level-headed views have made him the media, film and TV industry's go-to guy when it comes to UFOs, the unexplained and conspiracy theories.
As the world's leading expert on UFOs, Nick Pope has consulted on, and helped to promote a number of alien-themed movies, TV shows and video games. He has presented, consulted on and contributed to numerous TV shows, has written five best-selling books, and lectures all around the world.
Nick Pope lives in America.
As the world's leading expert on UFOs, Nick Pope has consulted on, and helped to promote a number of alien-themed movies, TV shows and video games. He has presented, consulted on and contributed to numerous TV shows, has written five best-selling books, and lectures all around the world.
Nick Pope lives in America.
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October 9, 2018
As a former Ministry of Defence employee, author Nick Pope is well placed to bring us this utterly relentless page turner. The plot involves Islamic fanatics bringing jihad to British shores by means of specific targeted attacks. In addition to his own specially chosen targets, terrorist leader Saladin has called on all believers in the UK to carry out their own atrocities in whatever manner they see fit!
Saladin has declared a caliphate on the United Kingdom, and together with his right hand man Ashraf Abdul Khan, he is determined to bring the UK to its knees. Their first target is a military aircraft taking part in a ceremonial fly-past in the heart of London. Khan cooly shoots down his target, while one of his ‘brothers‘ is simultaneously involved in a suicide bombing within the immediate area. These initial attacks are closely followed by sickening and distressing atrocities in Jewish schools.
I deliberately won’t go into further detail as this book really deserves to be read, but suffice to say that this was a heart pounding read right from the start. It not only takes us into the hearts and minds of those responsible for planning and carrying out these atrocities, but right into the heart of government. Take an imaginary seat on the committee with the Prime Minister, members of the Cabinet and prominent members of the Security Forces, in particular those responsible for Counter Terrorism, and witness the inner workings of a Cobra meeting (emergency crisis response meeting) and see just how tense these talks are, and how the drama plays out.
Relentless action, intense and clever plotting, meticulous detail, all too credible characters, and a scenario that, (even in today’s climate where the UK is constantly on the alert for such acts) make this one heck of a terrifying read! Will there be a follow up? I sincerely hope so. Simply Excellent!
* Thank you to Netgalley and Thistle Publishing for my ARC. I have given an honest unbiased review in exchange
Saladin has declared a caliphate on the United Kingdom, and together with his right hand man Ashraf Abdul Khan, he is determined to bring the UK to its knees. Their first target is a military aircraft taking part in a ceremonial fly-past in the heart of London. Khan cooly shoots down his target, while one of his ‘brothers‘ is simultaneously involved in a suicide bombing within the immediate area. These initial attacks are closely followed by sickening and distressing atrocities in Jewish schools.
I deliberately won’t go into further detail as this book really deserves to be read, but suffice to say that this was a heart pounding read right from the start. It not only takes us into the hearts and minds of those responsible for planning and carrying out these atrocities, but right into the heart of government. Take an imaginary seat on the committee with the Prime Minister, members of the Cabinet and prominent members of the Security Forces, in particular those responsible for Counter Terrorism, and witness the inner workings of a Cobra meeting (emergency crisis response meeting) and see just how tense these talks are, and how the drama plays out.
Relentless action, intense and clever plotting, meticulous detail, all too credible characters, and a scenario that, (even in today’s climate where the UK is constantly on the alert for such acts) make this one heck of a terrifying read! Will there be a follow up? I sincerely hope so. Simply Excellent!
* Thank you to Netgalley and Thistle Publishing for my ARC. I have given an honest unbiased review in exchange
September 21, 2018
Author Nick Pope laid out a horrifying scenario that spilled out into the streets of London sending chills to the bone. In light of the current state of affairs, it just seemed all too real. The momentum of the storyline continued to build as the scenes ratcheted up at break-neck speed. The remarkable plot held me at the edge of my seat with a convincible cast of well-defined characters.
Jihad, a holy war issued from an Islamic militant group had been declared on the people of Britain. Specifically, the city of London is under attack. Unlike foreign invaders, these merciless strikes had come from terrorist cells residing within the welcoming borders of Britain. Putting an end to it or at very least, slowing it down fell mostly to the infamous operational skills of the Secret Intelligence Service - MI6.
Khan, a battle-hardened Afghani soldier from the war on terror had shot down a highly prized E-3D military aircraft with shoulder-held surface-to-air missiles - Stingers. A coordinated suicide bomb attack killing and wounding innocent bystanders accompanied the doomed aircraft within just minutes of each other. Like falling dominoes, shortly thereafter, twenty children were savagely slaughtered in their classroom, blood oozing from their slit throats. Great Britain had fallen into a state of shock.
When Khan, the aircraft bomber learned of the school massacre, he was beside himself. Harboring disgust toward his countrymen, he could stand it no more. It had come time to end the senseless Jihad and offer his assistance to British intelligence officer Major Matt Quill.
Filled with hate for each other, the two opposing warriors discovered a common interest: they both suffered the loss of a loved one during the distasteful war on terror. Both felt it was time to stop the carnage that consumed the panic-stricken city. A common bond was shared; two of the most unlikely patriots joined forces. In a sense, they had become blood brothers.
A sensational act of terrorism had been initiated by terrorist leader Saladin that when completed would bring Britain to its knees. Potentially, millions could die. The plan called for a strike on a convoy that was shipping nuclear warheads. The Brits were highly trained to repel any such attacks made during the transit. Though, through a turn of events they were not trained for what was to happen this time when they were forced to defend their priceless cargo. It was a twist that no one saw coming. The fate of the United Kingdom, perhaps the world was at stake.
I send my thanks to NetGalley and Thistle Publishing for this ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.
Jihad, a holy war issued from an Islamic militant group had been declared on the people of Britain. Specifically, the city of London is under attack. Unlike foreign invaders, these merciless strikes had come from terrorist cells residing within the welcoming borders of Britain. Putting an end to it or at very least, slowing it down fell mostly to the infamous operational skills of the Secret Intelligence Service - MI6.
Khan, a battle-hardened Afghani soldier from the war on terror had shot down a highly prized E-3D military aircraft with shoulder-held surface-to-air missiles - Stingers. A coordinated suicide bomb attack killing and wounding innocent bystanders accompanied the doomed aircraft within just minutes of each other. Like falling dominoes, shortly thereafter, twenty children were savagely slaughtered in their classroom, blood oozing from their slit throats. Great Britain had fallen into a state of shock.
When Khan, the aircraft bomber learned of the school massacre, he was beside himself. Harboring disgust toward his countrymen, he could stand it no more. It had come time to end the senseless Jihad and offer his assistance to British intelligence officer Major Matt Quill.
Filled with hate for each other, the two opposing warriors discovered a common interest: they both suffered the loss of a loved one during the distasteful war on terror. Both felt it was time to stop the carnage that consumed the panic-stricken city. A common bond was shared; two of the most unlikely patriots joined forces. In a sense, they had become blood brothers.
A sensational act of terrorism had been initiated by terrorist leader Saladin that when completed would bring Britain to its knees. Potentially, millions could die. The plan called for a strike on a convoy that was shipping nuclear warheads. The Brits were highly trained to repel any such attacks made during the transit. Though, through a turn of events they were not trained for what was to happen this time when they were forced to defend their priceless cargo. It was a twist that no one saw coming. The fate of the United Kingdom, perhaps the world was at stake.
I send my thanks to NetGalley and Thistle Publishing for this ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.
November 24, 2018
This is a fast-paced action-packed thriller about middle eastern terrorists on the ground in London; the writing is tight and precise, and the main characters are fully fleshed out. I felt like there were gaps left in the tech expert good guy, Raj Hussain's background, but they'll probably get addressed in a sequel. There were several bits that had me pause in appreciation for this author's expertly efficient encapsulation of complex historical, military and political information. It makes sense that Nick Pope previously worked for the British Ministry of Defense. At the outset I have to say I was taken aback a bit by his calling his proofreading author wife "Professor Pretty" in the Acknowledgements, but then I was gratified to note that the person in charge of the good guy operation is a respected and capable woman.
In the middle there was a line that bothered me for its repetition: "engaging a group of men engaged in what were..." which I would've let go if it weren't followed closely with "citing reasons of security reasons". Then there was the major plot point I just couldn't get on board with: the switch in allegiance of Ashraf Abdul Khan suddenly becoming "blood brothers" with SAS officer Maj. Matt Quill. If this book had a proper ending I would have given it another star, but as it is, I feel robbed by its abrupt cliff-hanger nature, and in a way misled by the title.
In the middle there was a line that bothered me for its repetition: "engaging a group of men engaged in what were..." which I would've let go if it weren't followed closely with "citing reasons of security reasons". Then there was the major plot point I just couldn't get on board with: the switch in allegiance of Ashraf Abdul Khan suddenly becoming "blood brothers" with SAS officer Maj. Matt Quill. If this book had a proper ending I would have given it another star, but as it is, I feel robbed by its abrupt cliff-hanger nature, and in a way misled by the title.
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November 15, 2018As the combined forces of MI5 and the SAS confront ruthless Islamic fanatics bringing jihad to the UK, two former enemies are reluctantly paired together to combat the threat.
Two deadly but very different terror attacks bring carnage to London on the same day: a suicide bombing in the heart of Soho, and the shooting down of a military aircraft taking part in a ceremonial fly-past. Simultaneously, a previously-unknown Islamic radical calling himself Saladin declares a caliphate in the UK and decrees that all British Muslims should rise up against the infidel state.
The initial terror attacks are followed by sickening atrocities at Jewish schools, and in response to Saladin’s message, disaffected Muslim youths heed the call to arms, establishing Sharia patrols that bring terror to the streets. Others undertake lone-wolf marauding terror attacks. The resultant backlash plays into the hands of a charismatic right-wing politician and threatens to ignite a race war.
The Prime Minister authorises the creation of a multi-agency team, codenamed Artemis, led by an experienced MI5 analyst. This elite new unit brings together top experts from MI5, MI6, GCHQ and the SAS, in a desperate race against time to hunt down the terrorists before they can complete their murderous plan. They’re joined by a former enemy whose knowledge and skills might just be the key to unlocking the entire plot – if he can be trusted.
My Thoughts:
Unfortunately I 'm DNF it as I'm writing this , I was really hhoping to at least like this because I usually love reading this type of thriller but there was nothing about that I liked or enjoyed, it felt like it kept jump all over the place in fact that's what it did, one moment you was reading about a screen that was happening and the next you was some where else in the story ,it got confusing after a while so at just 16% I'm DNF it, with that said I want to say thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for reaching out to me and asking me to read it and review it , in change for my honest opinion which this is.
Two deadly but very different terror attacks bring carnage to London on the same day: a suicide bombing in the heart of Soho, and the shooting down of a military aircraft taking part in a ceremonial fly-past. Simultaneously, a previously-unknown Islamic radical calling himself Saladin declares a caliphate in the UK and decrees that all British Muslims should rise up against the infidel state.
The initial terror attacks are followed by sickening atrocities at Jewish schools, and in response to Saladin’s message, disaffected Muslim youths heed the call to arms, establishing Sharia patrols that bring terror to the streets. Others undertake lone-wolf marauding terror attacks. The resultant backlash plays into the hands of a charismatic right-wing politician and threatens to ignite a race war.
The Prime Minister authorises the creation of a multi-agency team, codenamed Artemis, led by an experienced MI5 analyst. This elite new unit brings together top experts from MI5, MI6, GCHQ and the SAS, in a desperate race against time to hunt down the terrorists before they can complete their murderous plan. They’re joined by a former enemy whose knowledge and skills might just be the key to unlocking the entire plot – if he can be trusted.
My Thoughts:
Unfortunately I 'm DNF it as I'm writing this , I was really hhoping to at least like this because I usually love reading this type of thriller but there was nothing about that I liked or enjoyed, it felt like it kept jump all over the place in fact that's what it did, one moment you was reading about a screen that was happening and the next you was some where else in the story ,it got confusing after a while so at just 16% I'm DNF it, with that said I want to say thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for reaching out to me and asking me to read it and review it , in change for my honest opinion which this is.
September 19, 2018
Thank you Net Gallery, Thistle Publishing and David Haviland for a kindle copy of Blood Brothers by Nick Pope.
We start in the beginning as the author tells us about his career of 21 years as a civilian employee of the ministry of defense and the people that encouraged him to write this book. I feel this is important to the readers to know because it helps to put this book in prospective that the author knows the inner work told in this story.
It starts in Afghanistan on Sept 17th 2008 with Matt Quill as a spotter, SAS captain and leader of a 16 man troop. Quill and his team through communication intercepts are under surveillance to find a messenger named Ashraf Abdul Khan, who in turn may lead the troop to the read HVT's (high value targets).
Chapter one skips to present day and Khan living in London, but goes by a different name. He lives like all of us but the people around him don't know he's a terrorists, Unbeknownst to Khan, he's not the only terrorist and on the same day there are 2 terror attacks. Land and sky. Eventually no one is safe not Jews, not gays, etc.
Quill is also back and is now a Major and hasn't forgot about his Afghanistan days. Eventually Quill finds out the one of the first terrorists attacks are by Khan and can't believe it. SAS teams set out to captor Khan. There's a lot of killing in this book by terrorists and soon it is learned that it's coming from a higher power, a man name Saladin. I hope I didn't give too much away.
As much as I'm not into reading about terrorists, haters, and mass murders I took a chance on this book from David Haviland from Thistle Publishing (who is also mentioned at the beginning of book which I found cool) I'm glad he offered it to me. I really liked this book Blood Brothers it's story line, the wit. Even if there are very sad times in this book that left my jaw dropped there were a lot more fist pumping I was doing and saying yessss. I highly recommend this book to family and friends, specially male.
The fight between Quill and Khan made the book for me.
Cherie'
We start in the beginning as the author tells us about his career of 21 years as a civilian employee of the ministry of defense and the people that encouraged him to write this book. I feel this is important to the readers to know because it helps to put this book in prospective that the author knows the inner work told in this story.
It starts in Afghanistan on Sept 17th 2008 with Matt Quill as a spotter, SAS captain and leader of a 16 man troop. Quill and his team through communication intercepts are under surveillance to find a messenger named Ashraf Abdul Khan, who in turn may lead the troop to the read HVT's (high value targets).
Chapter one skips to present day and Khan living in London, but goes by a different name. He lives like all of us but the people around him don't know he's a terrorists, Unbeknownst to Khan, he's not the only terrorist and on the same day there are 2 terror attacks. Land and sky. Eventually no one is safe not Jews, not gays, etc.
Quill is also back and is now a Major and hasn't forgot about his Afghanistan days. Eventually Quill finds out the one of the first terrorists attacks are by Khan and can't believe it. SAS teams set out to captor Khan. There's a lot of killing in this book by terrorists and soon it is learned that it's coming from a higher power, a man name Saladin. I hope I didn't give too much away.
As much as I'm not into reading about terrorists, haters, and mass murders I took a chance on this book from David Haviland from Thistle Publishing (who is also mentioned at the beginning of book which I found cool) I'm glad he offered it to me. I really liked this book Blood Brothers it's story line, the wit. Even if there are very sad times in this book that left my jaw dropped there were a lot more fist pumping I was doing and saying yessss. I highly recommend this book to family and friends, specially male.
The fight between Quill and Khan made the book for me.
Cherie'
September 24, 2018
I was blown away by this book. It reads like a Hollywood movie full of twists and turns on every page and with the daily threat of terrorism hanging over our heads these days it was a scary but also hopeful read that we have a lot of forces fighting to protect us every day.
November 29, 2018
Blood Brothers by Nick Pope
4 Stars
Enemies can be good friends
An SAS captain, Matt Quill and his men were in Afghanistan attempting to eliminate the target, Ashraf Abdul Khan. Many years later, the same target shot down a large military plane over London with the Stinger RPG.
More chaos ensued when terrorists attacked the LBGTQ pride led by men from the Middle East.
A gay couple were beaten up by the yobs who were the radicalised Muslims enforcing Sharia law. There were also suicide bombers at the football stadium.
The leader called himself, Saladin (after the famous Caliph during the Christian Crusades of the Holy Land in the 12th Century), and claimed responsibility for the attacks in the UK, saying that they were the Zionist state killing the Muslims. Saladin wanted the UK to be the Caliphate state with Sharia law.
Quill led the actions with his men to bring Khan and Saladin to justice. Khan made a surprise move to change the course of the operations.
This is an excellent action-adventure and thrilling story which I liked.
Caesar XIII
Breakaway Reviewers received a copy of the book to review
4 Stars
Enemies can be good friends
An SAS captain, Matt Quill and his men were in Afghanistan attempting to eliminate the target, Ashraf Abdul Khan. Many years later, the same target shot down a large military plane over London with the Stinger RPG.
More chaos ensued when terrorists attacked the LBGTQ pride led by men from the Middle East.
A gay couple were beaten up by the yobs who were the radicalised Muslims enforcing Sharia law. There were also suicide bombers at the football stadium.
The leader called himself, Saladin (after the famous Caliph during the Christian Crusades of the Holy Land in the 12th Century), and claimed responsibility for the attacks in the UK, saying that they were the Zionist state killing the Muslims. Saladin wanted the UK to be the Caliphate state with Sharia law.
Quill led the actions with his men to bring Khan and Saladin to justice. Khan made a surprise move to change the course of the operations.
This is an excellent action-adventure and thrilling story which I liked.
Caesar XIII
Breakaway Reviewers received a copy of the book to review
October 21, 2018
Aircraft's going down, bombs exploding. Just another day of terrorism, in the UK. A multi agency team is being brought together to fight before the streets of London run red with blood. Add in an enemy who is willing to help, but can he be trusted? Will they be able to find and stop the threats? This book was fascinating and thrilling. Scary, because these things happen really happen. . I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who likes stories of military action. I received this book from Net Galley and Thistle Publishing for a honest review and no compensation otherwise. The opinions expressed are my own.
August 4, 2019
Blood Brothers delivers both an action-packed story as well as provocative concepts which speaks to current events. The narrative is easy enough to follow but involves complex issues and reflects the “jumping around” that events would take in a real-life terrorist attack. Well-written and tight, Blood Brothers is a page-turner. Pope creates interesting characters while being able to conceive of different worlds that each character, major and minor, inhabits. Especially thought-provoking is his idea of putting two men from opposing camps together, working toward a common goal. Excellent read!
April 6, 2020
This was a great thriller, it kept me hooked right from the start. Two terror attacks on the same day in London and the Muslim leader Saladin declaring that all British Muslims should rise and revolt against the state leads to a spate of unrest. Planes are shot down, Jews are targeted, Nick Pope created a gripping tale here full of action. It's fast paced and a captivating, a must for fans of terrorist warfare. Bad guy turns good is a very interesting twist and contributed well to this story. I give it 4 stars.
October 5, 2018
Author Nick Pope was as a former MOD employee in a great position to have realistic background for this book.
I found it a genuine can’t put it down book ,with bang up to date issues providing a scary scene
I imagine there were some difficult topics to be written in, and I think they were well handled
Not having read this author before I will defiantly look out for more from him
Thanks to Thistle publishing for the chance to read this
I found it a genuine can’t put it down book ,with bang up to date issues providing a scary scene
I imagine there were some difficult topics to be written in, and I think they were well handled
Not having read this author before I will defiantly look out for more from him
Thanks to Thistle publishing for the chance to read this
March 15, 2019
Wow, couldn't put this book down! It is a dark book given that it deals with radical terrorism as the main theme and scary as the many scenarios that play out in the plot are, it's also hugely compelling. A very fast paced read that jumps from incident to incident and gathers pace and tension with each one. Highly recommended!
November 30, 2019
Blood brothers
This book was very well written. There was excitement and although at times a little dull but that is necessary. The only thing I did not like was the way in which the book ended. If there had been a fallow up book I would have like that but I don't think there is one.
This book was very well written. There was excitement and although at times a little dull but that is necessary. The only thing I did not like was the way in which the book ended. If there had been a fallow up book I would have like that but I don't think there is one.
November 30, 2018
A terrifying scenario that could be all too real. Nick Pope creates a gripping tale of good versus evil. Coordinated terrorist attacks across London have caused wide-spread panic. After a particularly gruesome attack, the number 2 bad guy decides to change sides. Can he truly help take down the leader? Can we trust him? Has he really flipped or is this part of the coordinated attacks?
This story reads like an action film. There are airplanes being shot down, guns being fired, blood everywhere. And yet, the attention to detail and the realism offered about the government response to such an event make this a compelling read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC in exchange of my honest opinion.
This story reads like an action film. There are airplanes being shot down, guns being fired, blood everywhere. And yet, the attention to detail and the realism offered about the government response to such an event make this a compelling read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC in exchange of my honest opinion.
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