Rising Phoenix [NOOK Book]

Rising Phoenix An American Crisis

Rising Phoenix is a story that does a fascinating job in focusing on the success and failure of America's war on drugs. It is a human story that makes reader's think about what can be justified in our society and cannot be. It makes people wonder what we must sacrifice for a better world and if it is worth sacrificing. In Rising Phoenix, Reverend Simon Blake is convinced that drugs are the cause for America's lack of morals and ethics, and that drugs are responsible for the death and violence that surround the headlines day in and day out. Determined to do something about it, Blake searches for a way to rid America of drugs once and for all. Enter John Hobart, Blakes security chief and ex-DEA agent who claims he has the solution to the problem. To poison the narcotics supply and give addicts the choice to quit or die. With that a mysterious and cunning right wing group is born lead by Hobart who is a manipulative, trained, cold blooded killer that knows law enforcement procedures front and back. When the FBI gets word of the sinister plan, they assign Mark Beamon, the best special agent in the bureau the task of stopping the slaughter before it starts, not realizing that it is already too late. When the poisonings begin, the country begins debating the issue of right and wrong, millions approving of the poisonings millions opposing the lethal actions. The chain of events that follow will thrust Beamom into a world he knows all too well, a world of political maneuvering, deception, scandal, violence and death that will put his career and life on the line. Beamon will have to face the issues in his personal life while at the same time taking on the most unrelenting and ruthless opponent he has ever faced. It is five star action and top notch writing by one of the best authors of mystery and supense that leads to an adrenaline pumped climax and powerful finale.

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New twist on "Just Say No"

Rising Phoenix was my first Kyle Mills book I have subsequently started reading Burn Factor (another good read). In Rising Phoenix, you have a person(s) trying to address our drug problem / policy. Their idea; no demand = no supply. This puts a new twist on "Just Say NO".

Awesome!

I read this book in one sitting! I was spellbound as to what would happen next. It was very well written and I look forward to reading more books from him. I'm sure that being friends with Clancy had a lot of influence in his writings. Wonderful book!

Frighteningly Believable

I bought this book on a lark many years ago, but it has proved to be one of my favorite 'FBI novels.' Kyle Mills delivers a plan to destroy the drug trade that is so plausible that I had trouble separating the book from reality. There were times I expected to turn on the TV to CNN or the like and see a story about people dying from poisoned narcotics. Mills manages to cover every angle to give this book realism, even exploring how crime syndicates within the U.S. would turn such a costly situation to their advantage. The writing is very well done, especially for a first time author. I think this book is a great example for budding authors who are trying to improve the way they use point-of-view. Most of all, this book is just fun.

Incredible!

Kyle Mills is definitely moving up to the ranks of Tom Clancy. Rising Pheonix, along with Storming Heaven, are probably some of the best books I have read, period.

Expeditiously paced reading that infuses readers with genuine excitement.

I thought this novel was put together quite well. Kyle mills actually had me rationalizing with his characters reasoning behind this mythical horrific act, and cataclysmic events surrounding it. It was a real thrill ride from beginning to end. I think Kyle Mills is a writer to look for in the future, and I am looking forward to reading free fall.

A Rather Unusual, Macabre Thriller

The premise is downright spooky (a bunch of paramilitary types randomly poison the US illicit drug supply). Mills keeps you dreading the onset of the plotters' killing, and deftly handles the inevitable political firestorm that would result from such actions. The characters themselves are unexceptional, with the exception of the plot's mastermind. One of the book's primary instances of suspense is handled in a delicious manner--the scene headings (with date) are used to let the reader know that certain decisive events have already taken place, but their outcome and implications aren't revealed until later! Not a book for those with weak stomachs for following the actions of cold-blooded mass murderers, but a fascinating window into the extremist psyche for the rest of us.

A Thought Provoking Thriller Not to be Missed

Rising Phoenix is a great investigative adventure novel that places itself amongst Fredrick Forsyth thrillers. It is indeed compulsive reading that offers a good debate to a losing and hypocritical war on drugs that costs the government billions of dollars a year, and eight far-right men who attempt to do what the government can't while trying to avoid the FBI and drug cartels. The reader is kept guessing as to how the book unfolds. The sequel Storming Heaven I found even more exciting to read, but noticed a slight change in the lead charachter Mark Beamon's persona. Advise to future critics who review this book: Don't give it three stars if you've only read one chapter! This book deserves all the credit that Tom Clancy gives it.

Excellent reading

I found this book great reading, the plot was beleiveable and well presented. Suspence till the last page, very good.

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