01/25/2016
In Donlay’s uneven sixth Donovan Nash novel (after 2015’s Aftershock), the Defense Intelligence Agency, which employs Nash’s wife, Lauren, sends her on a secret mission to Slovakia to extract an old flame of hers, Daniel Pope, who apparently has been blackmailed into designing a stealth jet capable of delivering a nuclear weapon. When the plane Lauren is aboard crashes somewhere in Eastern Europe, she survives only to find herself a target of the very people who want to use Daniel’s invention to commit a terrorist act. Donlay checks all the boxes of the genre: strong male lead (with an unlimited bank account, no less), capable friends with appropriate skills, and a lightning-fast pace. However, most of the characters are right out of central casting, and the excessive exposition can be jarring. Even so, Lauren is a standout, and she gives Nash a run for his money in smarts and determination; though Nash may be coming to her rescue, she doesn’t need him to. Agent: Kimberley Cameron, Kimberley Cameron Associates. (Mar.)
"Donlay checks all the boxes of the genre: strong male lead (with an unlimited bank account, no less), capable friends with appropriate skills, and a lightning-fast pace."
—Publishers Weekly
"Sharp dialogue and capable protagonists make for a compelling espionage novel. Philip Donlay’s Pegasus Down, the sixth book in his Donovan Nash series, is an action-packed thrill ride from the opening scene."
—Foreword Reviews
"Mr. Donlay has developed some amazing characters in this Donovan Nash Thriller series. In Pegasus Down he adds some new characters from Donovan's past, develops them very well and delivers a real punch with this latest installment."
—Fresh Fiction
"...chock full with non-stop action that is guaranteed to keep you at the edge of your seat."
—Manhattan Book Review
"Before you crack open Pegasus Down the new novel by Philip Donlay, you better buckle up: You’re in for a hell of a ride."—Killer Nashville Magazine
"On par with the best in suspense writing, the story plays out like an edge-of-your-seat movie, complete with danger, explosions, intrigue, betrayal and redemption. The extensive descriptions of aircraft jargon and technology bring a realistic dimension but may slow the story down for some readers. Even so, for anyone who loves action, intrigue and adventure, this one is an absolute must!"—InD'tale
"...you are in for the roller coaster ride of a thriller with Pegasus Down"
—BookLoons Reviews
Authors like Philip Donlay,who write teh pure thrillers, have capabilities and strengths I can only envy. Great pacing and twists. Bravo!"
—William Kent Krueger, Edgar Award-winning and New York Times best-selling author of Windigo Island
“[Deadly Echoes] is a heart-thumping ride that steams along, bringing our flawed world into pristine focus. Lots of mischief and mayhem, the characters fraught with danger, the plot hitting all the right notes.”
—Steve Berry, New York Times best-selling author of The Patriot Threat
“Donovan Nash is back—and is he ever. In Aftershock, the latest thriller from Philip Donlay, Donovan must travel to the jungles of Guatemala to save a woman from his past who has been kidnapped by the vicious killer known as The Serpent. Tense action, crisp dialog, and cool high-tech toys drive the story. Oh, and there’s even an erupting volcano. A great read.”
—D. P. Lyle, award-winning author of the Dub Walker thriller series
“Fans of Michael Crichton will not want to miss Deadly Echoes. Well researched and supremely entertaining, Philip Donlay has knocked this one out of the park!”
—Ward Larsen, USA Today best-selling author of The Perfect Assassin
“Philip Donlay’snewthriller,Zero Separation, is a timely and terrifying roller-coaster ride depicting the realities of the post-9/11 world.”
—Sheldon Siegel, New York Times best-selling authorof The Confession
"Donlay’s writing is crisp and direct. Every sentence serves its purpose, propelling the plot forward while aptly sharing relevant points from previous Nash adventures. The point-of-view characters offer unique perspectives, which combined make for well-developed one-two narrative punch. Furthermore, Donlay writes sharp, natural dialogue. While it’s peppered with jargon, the dialogue is neither burdensome nor difficult to grasp. Donlay, a pilot himself, layers context to clarify what might otherwise be arduous language.
Fans who love espionage, action, or thrillers will find great entertainment in this book. Being familiar with previous Donovan Nash novels is not a requirement for enjoying Pegasus Down. Donlay weaves important aspects of previous adventures into this tale, helping it stand alone within the Donovan Nash series.”
—6 New Heart -Pounding Indie Thrillers, Foreword Reviews
"Pegasus Down is another superbly crafted action/adventure suspense thriller from the pen of Philip Donlay and once again confirms him to be a master of the genre."
—Midwest Book Review
