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RJ Reviews wrote: ↑27 Nov 2024, 23:14 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Mendacity" by Bryan Clark.]

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3 out of 5 stars

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Brayden Smith has always dreamed about joining the US Special Forces. He navigates through several military departments and grueling training courses until the opportunity to join the US Special Forces presents itself. He vows to dedicate his life to the fight against the ever-increasing drug trafficking and corruption. In the heart of South America, he fulfills treacherous missions, believing that he is making a difference. But the roots of corruption run deeper than he thinks, and he soon finds himself in perilous conditions after being captured by the drug cartel members. Will he be able to escape with his life? Who is the mysterious pale-skinned captor? How deep has the corruption taken root? Is every mission to eradicate the drug cartel a façade? If these questions intrigue you, grab a copy of Mendacity by Bryan Clark.

As a distinguished veteran, the author draws from his rich experiences in Special Operations to create a military fiction that is both intriguing and realistic. Brayden is a believable character. He is witty and intelligent. His curiosity and tendency to disobey orders lead to many nail-biting adventures, adding to the richness of the narrative. From a naïve, playful, and flirty athlete, Brayden becomes a highly trained and dedicated Special Forces member, fighting on the frontline against drug trafficking. The corruption and conspiracy parts are written authentically. This suspenseful tale has humor, deceit, betrayal, courage, and resilience. Throughout the story, the line between the right and the wrong often blurs, leaving us debating our perceptions of the truth.

Unfortunately, the book needs another round of thorough editing. The typographical and punctuation errors disrupted my reading speed. The narrative follows two parallel timelines. While it allows us to learn about Brayden’s past life and journey to become a Special Forces operative, it slows down the story. While the ‘present day’ storyline is captivating and suspenseful, the ‘past day’ storyline becomes tedious. It is full of details of different departments of the US Armed Forces that I found unnecessary and irrelevant. It may appeal to military enthusiasts, but for general readers, those parts kill the suspense of the other storyline. In my opinion, the climax is predictable. For all these reasons, I rate this book 3 out of 5.

I recommend this book to readers interested in the workings of military departments and spy networks. The author, a veteran himself, delves deep into the intricacies of these departments’ functionalities. Nothing is as seen in this book, and Brayden’s struggles to save himself and his idealism keep readers invested despite the lack of professional editing.

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Mendacity
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RJ Reviews wrote: ↑27 Nov 2024, 23:14 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Mendacity" by Bryan Clark.]

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3 out of 5 stars

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Brayden Smith has always dreamed about joining the US Special Forces. He navigates through several military departments and grueling training courses until the opportunity to join the US Special Forces presents itself. He vows to dedicate his life to the fight against the ever-increasing drug trafficking and corruption. In the heart of South America, he fulfills treacherous missions, believing that he is making a difference. But the roots of corruption run deeper than he thinks, and he soon finds himself in perilous conditions after being captured by the drug cartel members. Will he be able to escape with his life? Who is the mysterious pale-skinned captor? How deep has the corruption taken root? Is every mission to eradicate the drug cartel a façade? If these questions intrigue you, grab a copy of Mendacity by Bryan Clark.

As a distinguished veteran, the author draws from his rich experiences in Special Operations to create a military fiction that is both intriguing and realistic. Brayden is a believable character. He is witty and intelligent. His curiosity and tendency to disobey orders lead to many nail-biting adventures, adding to the richness of the narrative. From a naïve, playful, and flirty athlete, Brayden becomes a highly trained and dedicated Special Forces member, fighting on the frontline against drug trafficking. The corruption and conspiracy parts are written authentically. This suspenseful tale has humor, deceit, betrayal, courage, and resilience. Throughout the story, the line between the right and the wrong often blurs, leaving us debating our perceptions of the truth.

Unfortunately, the book needs another round of thorough editing. The typographical and punctuation errors disrupted my reading speed. The narrative follows two parallel timelines. While it allows us to learn about Brayden’s past life and journey to become a Special Forces operative, it slows down the story. While the ‘present day’ storyline is captivating and suspenseful, the ‘past day’ storyline becomes tedious. It is full of details of different departments of the US Armed Forces that I found unnecessary and irrelevant. It may appeal to military enthusiasts, but for general readers, those parts kill the suspense of the other storyline. In my opinion, the climax is predictable. For all these reasons, I rate this book 3 out of 5.

I recommend this book to readers interested in the workings of military departments and spy networks. The author, a veteran himself, delves deep into the intricacies of these departments’ functionalities. Nothing is as seen in this book, and Brayden’s struggles to save himself and his idealism keep readers invested despite the lack of professional editing.

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Mendacity
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon | on iTunes