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The Omega Network
Chase Bennett, a chamber of commerce troubleshooter, begins to believe that a huge corporation is trying to involve him in a plot that involves money laundering, political corruption, telecommunications fraud, and narcotics
- GenresChristian FictionMystery
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First published June 1, 1995
About the author
Thomas Locke
29 books302 followersThomas Locke is an award-winning novelist with total worldwide sales of seven million copies.
His work has been published in twenty languages, and critical acclaim includes four Christy Awards for excellence in fiction and his 2014 induction into the Christy Hall of Fame.
Thomas divides his time between Florida and England, where he serves as Writer In Residence at Regent's Park College, Oxford University. He holds a lifelong passion for epic fantasy, science fiction and techno-thriller stories.
Thomas's screenplay adaption of EMISSARY is under development as a feature film with a British production company.
Contact Thomas at info@tlocke.com
His work has been published in twenty languages, and critical acclaim includes four Christy Awards for excellence in fiction and his 2014 induction into the Christy Hall of Fame.
Thomas divides his time between Florida and England, where he serves as Writer In Residence at Regent's Park College, Oxford University. He holds a lifelong passion for epic fantasy, science fiction and techno-thriller stories.
Thomas's screenplay adaption of EMISSARY is under development as a feature film with a British production company.
Contact Thomas at info@tlocke.com
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July 29, 2022
4,25 stars - English Ebook
Chase Bennett, a chamber of commerce troubleshooter, begins to believe that a huge corporation is trying to involve him in a plot that involves money laundering, political corruption, telecommunications fraud, and narcotics. Before he knows he is kniedeep in it.
When's the last time you read a good clean mystery? Unfortunately most mystery writers are a little short on the clean side, or else short on the good side. In "The Omega Network", Thomas Locke excels on both points.
Chase Bennett works for the chamber of commerce in a Florida town, but as a result of his connections he soon finds himself uncovering a major criminal network, with money supplied by narcotics being used to corrupt politicians and force the establishment of a mega casino.
The big boys behind the bad business go to any lengths to make sure their ambitions to bring gambling to Florida succeed.
Soon Chase finds his own life threatened because of the corruption and connections he has discovered.
The ending I found somewhat weak, and Locke doesn't capitalize on the suspense that he has built up. So maby in the next book. Or do I want to much?
But it's surley a good mystery story, liberally sprinkled with a tinge of romance.
Not only is it good, it's also clean.
Locke is himself a Christian, me to, and he brings across a subtle Christian message without being superficial or preachy.
There are no artificial conversion stories, but just the ordinary struggles of believers living in a corrupt world.
This a great read, but this good clean mystery will leave you with a new perspective on gambling in my opinion atleast.
You won't be gambling by reading this book, because it's a guaranteed winner!
Chase Bennett, a chamber of commerce troubleshooter, begins to believe that a huge corporation is trying to involve him in a plot that involves money laundering, political corruption, telecommunications fraud, and narcotics. Before he knows he is kniedeep in it.
When's the last time you read a good clean mystery? Unfortunately most mystery writers are a little short on the clean side, or else short on the good side. In "The Omega Network", Thomas Locke excels on both points.
Chase Bennett works for the chamber of commerce in a Florida town, but as a result of his connections he soon finds himself uncovering a major criminal network, with money supplied by narcotics being used to corrupt politicians and force the establishment of a mega casino.
The big boys behind the bad business go to any lengths to make sure their ambitions to bring gambling to Florida succeed.
Soon Chase finds his own life threatened because of the corruption and connections he has discovered.
The ending I found somewhat weak, and Locke doesn't capitalize on the suspense that he has built up. So maby in the next book. Or do I want to much?
But it's surley a good mystery story, liberally sprinkled with a tinge of romance.
Not only is it good, it's also clean.
Locke is himself a Christian, me to, and he brings across a subtle Christian message without being superficial or preachy.
There are no artificial conversion stories, but just the ordinary struggles of believers living in a corrupt world.
This a great read, but this good clean mystery will leave you with a new perspective on gambling in my opinion atleast.
You won't be gambling by reading this book, because it's a guaranteed winner!
February 21, 2024
A good clean mystery. (4 stars)
When’s the last time you read a good clean mystery? Unfortunately most mystery writers are a little short on the “good” side, or else short on the “clean” side. In “The Omega Network”, Thomas Locke excels on both points.
Chase Bennett works for the chamber of commerce in a Florida town, but as a result of his connections he soon finds himself uncovering a major criminal network, with money supplied by narcotics being used to corrupt politicians and force the establishment of a mega casino. The big boys behind the bad business are prepared to go to any lengths to make sure their ambitions to bring gambling to Florida succeed. But as Chase discovers, behind the big money of the casinos are bad people. Soon Chase finds his own life threatened because of the corruption and connections he has discovered.
The ending is somewhat weak, and Locke doesn’t capitalize on the suspense that he has built up. But that aside, it’s a good mystery story, liberally sprinkled with a tinge of romance.
Not only is it good, it’s also clean. The language is decent, and the main characters are church going people who strive to live decent lives not marred by adultery or violence. Locke is himself a Christian, and he brings across a subtle Christian message without being superficial or preachy. There are no artificial conversion stories, but just the ordinary struggles of believers living in a corrupt world.
The focus of the corruption that Locke exposes is the evil of legalized gambling. In the process of reading this mystery, you’ll be confronted with some shockingly accurate facts about gambling, the corruption it creates, and the destruction it causes in the lives and communities of “ordinary” gamblers. Locke shows convincingly that because legalized gambling is a great money-spinner for the government, the authorities often turn a blind eye to the moral and social destruction it inevitably results in.
Not only is “The Omega Network” a great read, but this good clean mystery will leave you with a new perspective on gambling. You won’t be gambling by reading this book, because it’s a guaranteed winner.
When’s the last time you read a good clean mystery? Unfortunately most mystery writers are a little short on the “good” side, or else short on the “clean” side. In “The Omega Network”, Thomas Locke excels on both points.
Chase Bennett works for the chamber of commerce in a Florida town, but as a result of his connections he soon finds himself uncovering a major criminal network, with money supplied by narcotics being used to corrupt politicians and force the establishment of a mega casino. The big boys behind the bad business are prepared to go to any lengths to make sure their ambitions to bring gambling to Florida succeed. But as Chase discovers, behind the big money of the casinos are bad people. Soon Chase finds his own life threatened because of the corruption and connections he has discovered.
The ending is somewhat weak, and Locke doesn’t capitalize on the suspense that he has built up. But that aside, it’s a good mystery story, liberally sprinkled with a tinge of romance.
Not only is it good, it’s also clean. The language is decent, and the main characters are church going people who strive to live decent lives not marred by adultery or violence. Locke is himself a Christian, and he brings across a subtle Christian message without being superficial or preachy. There are no artificial conversion stories, but just the ordinary struggles of believers living in a corrupt world.
The focus of the corruption that Locke exposes is the evil of legalized gambling. In the process of reading this mystery, you’ll be confronted with some shockingly accurate facts about gambling, the corruption it creates, and the destruction it causes in the lives and communities of “ordinary” gamblers. Locke shows convincingly that because legalized gambling is a great money-spinner for the government, the authorities often turn a blind eye to the moral and social destruction it inevitably results in.
Not only is “The Omega Network” a great read, but this good clean mystery will leave you with a new perspective on gambling. You won’t be gambling by reading this book, because it’s a guaranteed winner.
September 17, 2020
Amazing writing around a spell-binding story.
Thank you, Thomas Locke! I found myself enthralled by the beautiful writing; lick-off-the spoon rich prose. I was encouraged by the fact that we are are never alone in our struggles and fascinated by the growth of character through the book. Couldn't put it down, yet was left with eternal thoughts I'll carry with me.
Thank you, Thomas Locke! I found myself enthralled by the beautiful writing; lick-off-the spoon rich prose. I was encouraged by the fact that we are are never alone in our struggles and fascinated by the growth of character through the book. Couldn't put it down, yet was left with eternal thoughts I'll carry with me.
January 3, 2022
Lots of action
I’m a fan of Davis Bunn and just recently found his Thomas Locke books. Same great writing and absorbing storylines. I’m looking forward to reading many more Thomas Locke books
I’m a fan of Davis Bunn and just recently found his Thomas Locke books. Same great writing and absorbing storylines. I’m looking forward to reading many more Thomas Locke books
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