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Your Family is targeted in a terrorist ploy of cat and mouse.
What do you do? This is exactly what Jeff Foster's international espionage novel involves, to peek his reader with Jack Abbey's
predicament in "Perimeter – The Taking of the High Seas Explorer."
The author creates a suspenseful novel set at the
edge of espionage reality, bringing a Heightened touch of realism to the reader. Although the main character Jack, at times
flips through heroic and fearful emotions bringing his overall presences to a lesser impact, the conclusion of his involvement
comes all-together at the end.
Edgy, full of suspense beginning sets up the various factions involved. A bit confusing
at first with the introduction of several new characters and locations. But their play in this espionage game soon clears
up.
Although several places could have used tighter editing, the overall read and feel of the book was kept intact.
The author takes you on a fantastic trip to Belize and Mexico, capturing their visual scenery with his descriptive details.
In a world where computer chips and technology moves forward, enter Perimeter, realistically authenticating the 'what
if' factor when an important developmental chip gets stolen. Covert deception abounds to uproot a deadly underground Cartel's
plot. Adrenaline pumps away as Jack Abbey, along with a secret organization, try to locate and
Retrieve an important security
chip before an ex-employee has time to arm it. His fuel? to secure the safety of his family from this terrorist group.
Having
read Ludlum espionage books, I have to say Jeff Foster did an amazing job connecting his characters with the reader. A bit
of Stephen King's style is seen as well; descriptive details in the beginning acquaint you with the characters, then by halfway,
you're hooked to find out what happens to them.
Overall, a good read.
Reviewer: Lea Schizas – AllBooks Reviews.
www.allbooksreviews.com
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For fans of fast-paced international action in the best tradition
of masters like Allen Furst and John Le Carré comes Perimeter, a gripping marriage of high-tech gadgetry, espionage and intrigue.
Business owner Jack Abbey has laid his company and career on the line to develop the computer technology required
for a lucrative Department of Defense contract only to have that technology stolen and his whiz kid engineer murdered.
Thrown
into a situation beyond his comprehension, Jack quickly finds himself caught up in the power struggle between a brilliant
mastermind, whose compound in Belize is guarded with cutting-edge weaponry, and numerous international espionage agencies
that may or may not be acting in the best interests of the free world in their pursuit of this self-styled terrorist.
Author
Jeff Foster’s mastery of the chase is enhanced by rock-solid plotting and strong characterizations. His dark protagonist
Miguel and hulking henchman Caribe are as solidly crafted as the heroic Jack, his faithful partner Cliff, and the likeable
old warhorses Peachy and Smits—characters that breathe realism into a tale where much of the action takes place in the close
confines of a ship. Bristling with weapons and electronic gadgetry, the terrorists aboard the High Seas Explorer seem to have
the game well in hand as Jack and his outnumbered (and rather aged) allies wage a seemingly hopeless war against them with
time running out and Jack’s wife and daughter held hostage back home in the United States.
Foster is adept at blending
high-tech wizardry with non-stop action and just enough violence to hold readers hostage. The result is a satisfying standout
in the popular genre of international espionage.
Reviewed by Ellen Tanner Marsh
– New York Times Best Selling Author
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This is a good book! One of the best adventures I’ve read in
a long time!
Perimeter The Taking of The High Seas Explorer by Jeff Foster is a Must-Read!
Have you ever imagined
what you would do if you and your family were caught within a terrorist plot? Well, Perimeter by Jeff Foster will provide
that opportunity. It is an exciting story of a very reluctant hero and his family (both personal and business) who were pulled,
quite unexpectedly and unwillingly, into a world of terror! Jack Abbey is head of a small computer firm, Abbey Tech, specializing
in creating components needed for security systems. Having won a sub-contract for the primary part, the main processing unit,
Jack happily rewards Brian Frost, his hardware engineer and whiz kid, by allowing him to make the presentation directly to
Macrotell. This company has been commissioned by the Department of Defense to create a new high technology perimeter defense
system, which could incorporate existing weapons technologies. The presentation goes well…and the company representatives
are thrilled.
Only one problem then faced Brian—he had been so busy preparing for the presentation and the meeting,
that a primary body function had been postponed far too long. Making it to the bathroom, he noticed one stall occupied, but
immediately went on to a urinal. It was very well planned because—only a few minutes later, the other man casually left the
bathroom, leaving Brian dead on the cold tiles.
With shock and remorse, Jack learns of Brian’s death from Cliff Macen,
his security chief.
Then it dawned on him—the prototypes were gone! Jack had sunk everything and more into obtaining
and completing this contract. If the prototypes were not found, he would lose everything! He asked Cliff to
contact
Keri Moore, his software systems designer, and meet at the office, but Keri was more prone to criticize than consider how
to help.
Later, his wife hands him a threatening letter from a man who approached her at the grocery story.
Only
too soon Cliff calls and tells him that Keri has left the country. With little notice, Cliff wants Jack and him to follow
Keri.
In a whirlwind of confusion as to what is happening, he decides to follow his instincts and go with Cliff, sending
his wife and daughter to stay with her family.
Finally, Jack finds himself in Belize, a place he’d never even heard
of, and thinking that he is in way over his head.
And he is right! Along the way he learns that one or more people
at Macrotell was involved, and worst of all, that Cliff has been involved for months and has maneuvered Jack to be exactly
where he wanted.
Who are the good guys (guys that claim they represent a unit of the Department of Homeland Security
and the Defense Department) and who are the bad guys? Jack has only his instincts and the basic training he received in the
service. Now he’s being asked to fight against terrorists. And Keri is there with those terrorists! Is she, too, a traitor—has
she sold out his company and, even now, bringing up the prototype system into use?
As more and more information is
received, there is a real concern that the prototype perimeter system might be used, right there in Belize, to hold thousands
of people hostage—on one of the many cruise ships that routinely visit the country.
Perimeter is so fast-paced that
readers will find it hard to put down! The story rings true in an all-too-real time when terrorists roam the world, constantly
creating new ways to seek revenge, money, or recognition for their “cause.” The book is well written and effectively explains
the involved technology and its role in the development of defense systems. And, of course, the havoc such systems can also
cause.
What I enjoyed most were the characters! Foster has created individuals that become very real to the reader.
Jack Abbey’s in-laws are not only able to take care of his wife and daughter, they, along with their neighbors, work to fight
the terrorists. Additionally, one of the most important members of the formal team is a retired British officer who has lived
in Belize and worked many years to protect and serve his community there.
The use of characters—older family members,
neighbors, business associates¾who use their many years of experience to not just aid, but lead, in homeland security, helped
to create a much more realistic and exciting story.
Foster has gone beyond the books where a given terrorist act is
explored and resolved. Foster takes you into the lives of people like you and me who could be caught up into a world totally
alien from the lives we know.
This book is not only a fun read…it’s a memorable one! Don’t miss it!
G. A.
Bixler
IP Book Reviewer
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Perimeter is a high tension plot that's set out on the high
seas. Foster takes his readers as well as his main character, along for an exciting ride that includes new technology, dangerous
spies, and some wonderful co-horts. Each are exceptionally unique and brilliant three dimensional characters that readers
will become attached to and follow throughout the story.
-Writers Digest
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Perimeter: The Taking of The High Seas Explorer by Jeff Foster
is a story of suspense and espionage centering around the theft of new technology and terrorism. It kept me interested, wanting
to see what would happen next. While I don't generally seek out or enjoy books or movies about war or the military, I enjoyed
this one and would recommend it to those who enjoy the genre. - Michelle Ailene True for www.BookIdeas.com (author, ezine
publisher, newsletter columnist and writing workshop facilitator - www.michelleailenetrue.com)
Amazon.com reviews
“Most engaging, well written and keeps the reader on track.”
“A true page turner. The plot is a real twister”
“I
encourage anyone who lives vicariously through others, to read this book!”
“One of the very best 'reads' of the year”
“Gut-wrenching
and action packed”
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