Title: Archangel Fallen
Author: C.W. Lemoine
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 1514294834
Pages: 412
Genre: Espionage thriller
Reviewed by: Krista Schnee, Hollywood Book Reviews
Hollywood Book Reviews
Cal “Spectre” Martin found himself in the woods of Louisiana after a bewildering series of events; he was a wanted man, staying with his childhood mentor until he was able to rest and find a way forward. He struggled to make sense of the events of the past few weeks, beginning with being shot down during a mission in Syria to the eventual loss of his fiancee and an assassination attempt on his own life. Surviving these events had only been the beginning for Martin as he had been framed for the murder of those officers who had been tasked with his protection. Now he only wanted to make things right while protecting those he loved.
It was with the deaths of friends and loved ones—as well as his current feelings for FBI Agent, Michelle Decker—that Martin began to gather information about these events and the possible motivations behind them. Working through unofficial sources and utilizing his own training and experience as a former government agent and fighter pilot, he gradually reveals an international conspiracy that may reach the upper levels of the government. Before he can gain justice for those involved, he must first fight all those who want him imprisoned or dead. The fate of his country and the safety of his loved ones will ultimately depend on the actions and skill of Martin.
In Archangel Fallen, the third of the Spectre series, C.W. Lemoine provides readers with an engaging continuation of the story of Spectre. Although squarely within the genre of espionage thrillers, Lemoine’s latest novel is intriguing in its use of contemporary political trends and news in the development of the plot. Indeed, unlike other thrillers that often use fantastic technology and plot twists, Archangel Fallen is all too believable, which serves to make the book even more riveting. As a part of this, Martin and Decker—along with many of the other main characters—are heroic and yet entirely convincing.
C.W. Lemoine’s latest work is an entertaining thriller that will be sure to draw a wide range of readers into its intricate storyline. With its balance of action and character development, Archangel Fallen offers something that will satisfy even the most intelligent reader seeking a diversion. Additionally, unlike other books in the same genre, Lemoine’s book avoids the pitfall of becoming bogged down in military lingo and so is easily accessible to everyone. This third book in the Spectre series gives readers a compelling read, an escape into the world of international espionage and skilled fighter pilots. C.W. Lemoine’s Archangel Fallen will be sure to delight any adult reader seeking an action-packed, political thriller.