Meet New Books
Book Cover

Eye of the Storm

Book 1 in the series:Sean Dillon

Save:
Find on Amazon

'Eye of the Storm' by Jack Higgins follows the story of Sean Dillon, a former IRA hitman turned mercenary, who gets involved in a plot to blow up 10 Downing Street. As the plot unfolds, Dillon navigates through various locations, including Jersey, London, Dublin, Belfast, and Glasgow, while being chased by British Intelligence. The writing style is described as fast-paced, with interesting plot twists and good use of current events, making it an enjoyable escapism read for fans of action and intrigue.

In the book, Sean Dillon is portrayed as a skilled and resourceful character, known for his meticulous planning and execution skills when it comes to targeting high-profile political figures. The storyline involves a complex web of alliances and enemies, with Dillon crossing paths with British Intelligence led by Major Charles Ferguson, adding layers of suspense and intrigue to the narrative.

Characters:

The characters, including the main protagonist Sean Dillon, are portrayed with either charm or stereotype, though they often lack emotional depth.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is direct and action-driven, though it often lacks emotional depth and can be seen as formulaic.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative follows Sean Dillon, an assassin during the Gulf War, as he navigates political intrigue and threats of terrorism, though it suffers from some predictability and repetitiveness.

Setting:

The setting revolves around the geopolitical landscape of the first Gulf War, with key scenes in various major cities.

Pacing:

The pacing is predominantly fast-paced, though it can slow down at times due to repetitive elements, before picking up towards the conclusion.
IT WAS JUST before dark as Dillon emerged from the alley and paused on the corner. Rain drifted across the Seine in a flurry of snow, sleet mixed with it and it was cold, even for January in Paris. He...

Notes:

The book 'Eye of the Storm' is the first in a series of 22 featuring Sean Dillon.
Sean Dillon is an ex-IRA gunman and a skilled mercenary.
Jack Higgins is a pseudonym for the author Harry Patterson.
The story is set during the time of the first Gulf War.
Dillon is described as a short blonde Irishman who is also a talented actor.
He is known for his ability to use costumes and make-up for disguises.
The plot involves targeting a major political figure to aid the Iraqi war effort.
British Intelligence, led by Major Charles Ferguson, pursues Dillon throughout the story.
The book features characters that are often reflective of stereotypes.
Higgins' writing style is described as fast-paced but sometimes formulaic.
Readers have noted that the storyline can feel repetitive at times.
The book culminates in a major terrorist attack in London.
'Eye of the Storm' sets the tone for a series filled with action, intrigue, and suspense.

From The Publisher:

Elusive master terrorist Sean Dillon reemerges during the Gulf War when Saddam Hussein hires him to assassinate Margaret Thatcher, and only Martin Brosnan can stop him.

Reader Stats (1):

Want To Read (1)

About the Author:

Jack Higgins lives on Jersey in the Channel Islands. The author of dozens of bestsellers, most famously The Eagle Has Landed, he served three years with the Royal Horse Guards in Eastern Europe during the Cold War, and subsequently was…

 
Meet New Books is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a way for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to products and services on amazon.com and its subsidiaries.
When you click the Amazon link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commision, at no cost to you.