Rogue Threat

I recently finished both of A.J. Tata's books and found it impossible to put them down. The combination of the hidden plots, technical accuracy and continuous flow of action and intrigue make both books remarkable. I look forward to the September release of Hidden Threat. I am sure it will not disappoint. If you were even thinking about purchasing a good thriller, A.J. Tata is the writer for you.

Having survived the Battle of the Philippines against the Japanese, former CIA field agent Matt Garret heals from his physical wounds, but not mentally. He grieves the loss of brother Zachary who died in the Sudden Threat combat, but also remains outraged by the duplicity in DC that led to his sibling's death and an unnecessary war. His new mantra of trust no one is put to the test by Peyton; who comes to his assistance. Meanwhile, effective and efficient terrorist attacks on American soil leave thousands dead. Those directing the assault begin an invasion deployment. Matt leads a counterinsurgency against the terrorists as both sides understand they will die for their cause. From start to finish, General (Retired) Tata provides an action-packed twisting thriller that grips the audience throughout though the argument of deliberate action on the part of terrorists to suck the Americans into Iraq seems a conspiratorial stretch; a more logical premise is the stupidity of the superiority of the neo Ugly American. The part that feels plausible is the cautionary mantra to trust no one as mass murder on a scale that makes the Twin Towers look like a drive-by will frighten the reader because it seems so possible. Fans will relish this exhilarating military-political thriller as General Tata makes the Pogo case that the enemy is us. Harriet Klausner

Since Tom Clancy has apparently taken a leave of absence from writing good books (let alone writing ANY books), it was nice to see so many authors step up in an attempt to fill the void which has been vacant for several years now. So MANY have tried valiantly to TRY and assume Clancy's Seat of Power, and for the most part, nobody has really written more than one novel on par with his best works (Torpedo by Jeff Edwards--no relation btw--is one, and I am patiently waiting for the follow-up) but while author after author scratches the surface of assuming the throne, so far I've not seen any serious contenders...til now. I submit that AJ Tata IS the author who not only can do it, but already HAS. Brad Thor is an awesome author, as is Vince Flynn and many other techno-thriller writers, but almost NONE of them write with the authority that I sense with Mr. Tata. I got a sense of what was coming with his excellent first book, 'Sudden Threat', but with 'Rogue Threat' he has officially become what I consider the premiere techno-thriller author in print today. What scares me--and I DO mean frightens the you-know-what outta me--is how utterly possible this story seriously is. Could it happen? I certainly PRAY it doesn't, but oh my gosh, it very well COULD. The sense of realism is on virtually every page, and while there were elements of Hollywood Inspired action sequences, the sheer majority of the story remains VERY well-written and all-too-real in my opinion. Was the events on 9/11 just the first of a three-part concerted effort to bring America to its knees? The unfortunate answer to that is, quite possibly. I know that our Intelligence Services have thwarted several planned attacks that were kept quiet for some reason or another and after reading 'Rogue Threat', it just makes me wonder if some of those were actually parts 2 & 3 of a story that is expanded upon here? We may never know the answer to that, but this book really makes you think about the safety of the country. I suppose I've read too many thrillers such as this that makes me wonder, but all things considered, just ONE of the prices we pay to live in a free society is also what inherently makes terrorist attacks so easy to carry out here. Without spoiling anything, let me say that AJ Tata has been quickly added to my short-list of must-read authors. Oh, and for those of you on the fence wondering whether or not Mr. Tata is as good as I say...you can find out yourself, you really don't have to take my word for it. Pick up either of his books (but I'd recommend getting them both) and soon you'll be singing his praises, too. Just read the other reviews posted here and you'll notice I'm not the only one who believes this. Yeah, he really IS that good.

AJ writes with the authenticity of someone who has been there and seen it from the front lines. He combines realistic political scenarios and realism in the action. I have read them all -- Lee Child, Brad Thor, Vince Flynn, Clancy, Gandt, Coonts, Brown, etc... and while I love 'em all -- they now have someone to chase. Tata's realism puts him above the rest. The storyline grabs you from the first chapter until the last and Matt Garrett's strength as one of the good guys make him as solid and realistic a hero as they come. Rogue Threat follows up on Tata's action-packed Sudden Threat -- if you have the chance get 'em both. I promise that you will not be disappointed.

Rarely has one novel so captured my attention from the opening pages. Author A. J. Tata delivers us a real knockout punch with his debut terrorist thriller "Rogue Threat." He does not wade through the pages but plows right ahead and into the story plot right from the beginning. His writing style is easy to follow and it is packed with adrenaline and action. It will be hard for the reader to put down once they start reading it. The story deals with side issues such as brotherly love and revenge but the main plot makes 9-11 pale by comparison. We are talking some full scale mass destruction that is not so far fetched and that is what should scare the hell out of the readers. It is not such a fantasy plot as it appears. That realism makes the story plot move at greater speeds through the reader's brain and emotionally hook them into what is happening. There is a mystery man whose life has been saved and who is programmed to kill a terrorist. He doesn't know who he is nor does he recall his past but his enemies know all too well. The author takes us along on his mission as we jump out of an airplane with him and begin our hunt for the "bad guys." There is enough action in this book for four novels and enough twists and turns to delight all fans of thriller novels. But the heart of the book is in the author's well developed characters. They are alive and feel like real people. His bad guys are really bad and the heroes are not perfect. However, you will find yourself rooting for Matt Garrett, our former CIA operative as he puts the pieces of the puzzle together and discovers a conspiracy. The story is riveting entertainment at its best! One of the very best thriller novels I have read this year. The writer has talent and one can only speculate how great his next novels will be like; but this one is a must read book. It receives the MWSA's top book rating of FIVE STARS.