| | |  | Terrorism | Home » » Open Source | | | | | | | Description: | | What if a ship carrying a cargo of stolen Russian missiles bound for Iran was mysteriously hijacked? What if Israel was secretly behind the hijacking? What if the guy who fills the vending machines in the office break room figured the whole thing out?
Based on actual events, OPEN SOURCE is a geopolitical thriller that follows Casey Shenk, a Savannah, Georgia, vending route driver with an insatiable curiosity, as he uncovers a black-market arms deal-gone-bad and the truth behind a high-level plot to shape world politics. Casey draws his evidence from open sources; by reading beyond the headlines. When his theorizing catches the attention of the wrong people and anonymous threats turn deadly, Casey looks to Susan Williams, an intelligent, but insecure, analyst for the New York-based consulting firm Intelligence Watch Group for help. The two soon find themselves in the crosshairs and fighting to save their own lives, while preventing an even greater injustice that could affect the balance of power in the Middle East and plunge the world headlong into the next Great War.
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5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 Political IntrigueJun 14, 2011
By Maria Waddell
This novel was packed with excitement from beginning to end. International intrigue, spies, murders, assassins, and a vending machine operator! Who knew these would mesh into such a dramatic plot?
The only halfway negative thing I can think of is there were just so many characters, I had trouble keeping up with everyone. But there had to be that many to fulfill the whole storyline. It was my fault if I couldn't keep up with everyone! M.M. Frick did an excellent job with these characters, making them come to life - even the smaller background ones who only showed up once or twice. I could feel who these people were and what motivated them.
The action moves quickly and surprises were around every corner....errrm page turn. I kept trying to find a double agent - oh he's really a bad guy... no he is! I won't tell you if I was right or wrong, but it's a great book to read. Would make an awesome movie as well!
*Disclaimer: I received this book free from the author. I was not required to write a positive review.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Entertaining international adventureMar 19, 2011
By djforjesus
Just upon reading the prologue, Open Source, by Matthew Frick, has the reader quaking from suspense. This compelling adventure engages the reader from the start and does not let go. Frick's style is to reel in the reader slowly, relentlessly, bit-by-enticing bit.
The story begins on the high seas, with a ship being hijacked, at which point things only get worse for the main character, Casey Shenk, as he sets about to pursue justice. The author's knowledge of all things naval is evident; Frick is an active Naval officer, and his experience flavors the story with unmatched detail and authenticity. Real world events and true to life characters are woven expertly throughout, creating an historical appeal.
The visual imagery of this exciting book lends itself to the possibility of big screen applications. In the tradition of the Bourne series, readers will find this fast-paced adventure "right up their alley."
Simply put, Open Source is a compelling read with a riveting storyline that will be impossible to put down. For lovers of Vince Flynn novels, this international adventure book by Matthew Frick will not disappoint. From the breathtaking imagery of far away places to the details of naval traditions, readers will be talking about this book for some time to come. A must read for adventure lovers everywhere.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 The perils of a common bloggerAug 17, 2011
By AlxP64
Casey Shenk is an ordinary man, living an ordinary life, with a sub-ordinary job, two ordinary friends and one unusual passion: blogging about world politics. He speaks only English, has a rather pedestrian education and loves spending time in lower class bars: but he is curious about the world he lives in, he doesn't tire easily, and enjoys solving puzzles. The problem is that he also likes publishing his opinions and findings on the internet.
This is dangerous.
Intrigued by a bizarre news item, he uses his Google-fu to scour the public internet for clues and explanations; based on what he finds in open sources he assembles a plausible hypothesis, and posts it on his blog. The hypothesis is more right than wrong, and powerful people take notice; some see him as a problem to be solved once and for all, while others see him as a potential resource to be used.
"Open Source" is a good and unusual thriller. In contrast to the trend of ever more frantic action, the book returns to the humane pace of yesteryear, allowing the characters to eat, drink, sleep, think and work. The incipient relationship between the two main characters is well handled, and a joy to follow. The characters move at their own pace in a rich environment. The plot unfolds gradually, making the reader wish it would never end.
This book could be the beginning of an excellent series; I am looking forward for a continuation, or indeed for any new book by Matthew Frick.
(Scale: * - unreadable, couldn't finish. ** - bad or very bad, but readable. *** - good work, well worth its price. **** - very good in its genre. ***** - timeless masterpiece.)
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Great ReadingApr 16, 2011
By Barbara Hightower
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The best part of this book was the ending. The author has really done a good job on this book. His knowledge flows in just the right manner. This really could have been. The characters are all strong. This is not a book just for the guys with all the suspense and thrills any woman would want to read this book as well. It was hard for me to put down. I wanted to know what was going to happen next and how it was going to be taken care of. Hopefully there is another book coming along and I know it will be just as good.
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I could not put it down.Apr 08, 2011
By Matthew A. Farmer
This book is great, I wish I could write as well as the author to give this review justice. Like it says on the back of the cover it could have been "Torn from today's headlines." At $2.99 for a kindle you can't go wrong. And there is a sequel coming, so well worth looking into if you like series.
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