book reviews
A thrilling adventure novel, undeniably timely and current, Enshallah has captured the imagination of all Americans concerned with the War on Terrorism. Witnesses to terrorists attacks and evils stemming from extremists of Islam, the reviewers below not only recognize heroes when they see them, but are in many cases recognized as heroes themselves. Enshallah gives you an up-close look at the real face of al Qaeda and the importance of fighting terrorism.
PAUL VALLELY
Rarely do I ever read a book a second time, but I have just finished reading this book again, as it is a great story. “Enshallah” (Arabic for the phrase “God Willing”) is a fast-paced adventure filled with danger and intrigue starting in pre-9/11 America and continuing in the Arabia and the Middle East of today. The story focuses on American college graduate Yasmina al Amar, who becomes a U.S. covert agent assigned to Saudi Arabia to gather intelligence, and is uncovered by the head of al Qaeda in the Kingdom. She is marked for death but makes a harrowing escape. Her escape and the travails she experiences crossing the Arabian Desert to freedom, as well as the payback she gives to her enemies, shocks the reader as Yasmina transforms from an untested Western-trained combatant into a ferocious warrior. In an exciting finish, she exacts a brand of vengeance upon her enemies that they have only known in the distant tribal memory of their Bedouin ancestors.
This is an extremely well written and researched book that describes the effects of
al Qaeda and radical Islam, not only on one person and her family, but also on our nation through the detailed descriptions provided by the author. From Dearborn, Michigan to the deserts of Saudi Arabia and Yemen, the author describes the fight that is taken to the enemy. I particularly enjoyed the story-line and the inter-twining of the heroine’s family destiny and tragedy, and their incredible allegiance to the United States. The author displays a truly unique skill in both understanding and describing the terrorist networks and how they operate internationally to spread fear and hate against the West. Further, the development of each character in the story is superb, as they are not only truly believable, but the reader feels them living and breathing.
“Enshallah” is a book that you’ll find very tough to put down once you get started. Not only is it a thrilling story, but it provides us with an up close look at the real face of al Qaeda. This is an action novel by an incredibly talented author that needs to be followed up with sequel(s). What will be Yasmina’s next mission?
I recommend this work to everyone simply for the joy of reading a well written book and a great story.
LARRY R. BUTTERWORTH
“A riveting post 9/11 thriller that grips you early-on and tightens that grip as you race through the concluding chapters. Laced with intense drama, sex, torture, and unimaginable terror - all the ingredients that our enemy in this war on terror, Al Qaeda, uses to instill fear throughout the civilized world.
The author, who has lived and traveled extensively throughout the Middle East, tells the reader more in this thrilling novel about how Al Qaeda and its network functions than you’re likely to ever learn from the major news media.
A BIG TIME WINNER!!!! - AND MORE EPISODES TO FOLLOW.”
L. BARTLETT
Wait until the bad guys see who is coming after them now!
E.D. COOPER
Yasi Al Amar is a new American Hero. We can't wait for her next assignment.
W.J. MAJOR
This is a great story we need to read now. Impossible to put down after you start.
The following reviews are from
Amazon Readers:
WOW
Pick it up and you can't put it down. Spellbinding, fast paced and so today. Yasmina is this eras James Bond... but edgier. Looking forward to a sequal.
Gripping and intense!
I couldn't put this book down! A post 9/11 story from a unique perspective. Fast paced, portraying a powerful main character. This woman is great! I will be looking for the next novel.
PHENOMENAL!!
Enthralling characters and a twisting plot. I couldn't ask for a more intriguing and passionate story. The main character is such an energetic, fierce and spirited soul! Great fast paced reading. I want more!
Let's get the next sequel!
Great story. We need an American hero in the war against terror and the fact that she is a woman is even better. Good writing. Very exciting book
Gotta have more!!
Action packed novel that breathes what the real world of covert ops and tribal revenge combined can exact. Bad guys beware!! Yasi is a "today" heroine who is sure to survive and bring us more excitement.
Superb Summer Reading
This is a very enjoyable story, wonderful reading and so very topical since it deals with al Qaeda terrorism from 9/11 to today. The author provides America with a true hero in our war on terrorism, named Yasmina al Amar, someone we need today, and even better that she is both realistic and believable. How wonderful that this is not another James Bond lookalike character. The story is electrifying with suspense, plenty of action, realistic characters that live and breathe, and are well developed by the author. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire adventure as I read this incredible book, and especially the parts dealing with the Middle East, which were very real to me. What a great find for summer reading. This is an author with a lot of talent. I only hope there will be a sequel out soon.
Can't wait for the movie
Hollywood take note: this is a powerful story rich with plot twists and action. The heroine inspires and attracts the reader; James Bond has nothing on her.
BLOCKBUSTER
A riveting post 9/11 thriller that grips you early-on and tightens that grip as you race through the concluding chapters. Laced with intense drama, sex, torture, and unimaginable terror - all ingredients that our current enemy in the war on terror, Al Qaeda, uses to instill fear throughout the civilized world. The author is a splendid story-teller and at the same time educates the reader about the real Al Qaeda and its extensive network. A thrilling "real time" novel!!!
OUTSTANDING!!!!
One hell of an exciting story! The pace never lets up and the story is riveting. I have read this book twice and will probably read it at least one more time! The fierce intensity of the main character, Yasi, combined with her unrelenting passion for both revenge and reckoning, are reminiscent of "Mr. Clark" in the techno-thriller genre.
The following reviews are from
Barnes and Noble Readers:
I couldn't put this one down!
I can't wait for another one! This story was so capturing and intense.....the characters just got a hold of me and I was taken for a ride! I loved this powerful story of a woman who portrays true courage and commitment.
Action Packed
If you enjoy fast paced, page turning adventure you will love this book. Great characters, great story and some of the detail leaves you wondering just how much of it could be true. It's a don't miss.
Outstanding!!!
One hell of an exciting story! The pace never lets up and the story is riveting. I have read this book twice and will probably read it at least one more time! The fierce intensity of the main character, Yasi, combined with her unrelenting passion for both revenge and reckoning, are reminiscent of 'Mr. Clark' in the techno-thriller genre.
Great read
Wonderful story. Gripping suspense and studied details about the Middle East. Give me another...soon.
Awesome Book! Can't wait for the sequel
This is a great book. It depicts what a 'True American Warrior' really is. A must read for any American.
A Great Read!
I just finished an extremely enjoyable novel with well written and well-developed, realistic characters that live and breathe throughout a truly unique and intriguing storyline. It is titled “Enshallah” and is written by M.M. Terrence who I have not heard of before. It is a wonderful adventure/spy story, and is nearly impossible to put down once you start reading it. It is very topical since it deals with al Qaeda terrorism from 9/11 to today, is action packed, and provides America with a true hero in our war on terrorism named Yasmina al Amar, something we need today, and even better that she is genuine and believable. How wonderful that this is not another James Bond look-alike character. The story is electrifying with suspense, plenty of action, and a unique twist at the end. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire adventure as I read this incredible story, and I especially liked the parts dealing with the Middle East, which I found to be very “real”. What a great find for summer reading. This is an author with a lot of talent, and one hell of a story. I eagerly commend this book to you. I only hope there will be a sequel out soon.