James David Jordan's Double Cross ~ Reviewed

Double Cross
by James David Jordan
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 400
B & H Publishing Group
ISBN: 0805447547


Product Description:

Raised by a father who was a former Special Forces officer, Taylor is beautiful and brilliant and knows how to take care of herself. But she is haunted by her past and the sacrifice her father made to save her from a brutal rape when she was seventeen. After a controversial stint in the Secret Service, she has become the most prominent private security specialist in America. When she discovers the body of a former client's top assistant, all the evidence points to embezzlement and suicide. But Taylor has no way of knowing that her mother, who ran out when Taylor was nine, is about to reappear and lead her down a twisting path of danger and deceit. It's a road that won't end until they reach the spot where Taylor's father died-where Taylor learns some sacrifices can never be earned.


Review:

4/5 Stars

After finishing the first book "Forsaken", I was eager to read the sequel "Double Cross" and I was not disappointed. It is good to note, that this book could easily be enjoyed read as a stand alone as well. The suspense and the action in this book was on a level up from Forsaken and the pages were turned even faster. I was astonished at how fast I read the book, but I just wanted to get to the next scene.

This novel reunites a mother and child in a unique way and takes a reader through a gambit of emotions on whether or not they will appreciate the mother. The depth of character is realistic and invites a reader to delve into their own relationships looking at joys and woes. I recommend the reading of books by James David Jordan and look forward to more in the future myself.

Reviewed by: Margaret Chind

Bonus Review:

Tough and savvy, former Secret Service agent Taylor Pasbury makes a living as a security consultant and has established a reputation for being able to handle any circumstance. Her strength and experience serve her well when she plunges into a complicated case of possible murder and embezzlement. She must succeed in unraveling the puzzle before whoever is responsible comes after her. As the stakes rise, a new challenge emerges—the unexpected return of the mother who abandoned her years ago. At the worst possible time, the wounds of the past resurface and painful secrets come to light.

The characters are richly developed, real and quirky, and the mystery well-paced. A smooth, compelling read that pulls you into the lives of flawed people wrestling with matters of faith and forgiveness in the midst of life’s trials.

Reviewed by: Sarah Sawyer

Bonus Review:

“Double Cross” is the second novel in a series by James David Jordan. This book, not to be confused with a title of the same name by James Patterson, is a suspense thriller following the former Secret Service agent Taylor Pasbury. Her story this time deals with the fallout after the death of prominent televangelist Simon Mason. This tragedy came at the hands of Muslim extremists in the Middle East while they held his daughter Kasey hostage. His death should have been the end to all injustice that happened around Simon Mason Ministries but now the target is Taylor. Taylor’s viewpoint is expressed throughout the book.

Having not read Mr. Jordan’s first book “Forsaken,” I did not feel that I missed out on anything since he seemed to summarize what happened in it well as this story first began. I appreciate it when author’s do this so that I do not feel lost and can pick up the story from any book. “Double Cross” has a great suspense character in Taylor Pasbury. It is like following Jason Bourne, Jack Ryan or Jack Bauer from their points of view. I hope that Mr. Jordan continues this character so I can follow it as long as James Patterson’s Alex Cross character has continued for him. This is my first reading of a James David Jordan book and I must say that I am impressed. I give it 4 out of 4 stars.

Be blessed!

Reviewed by: Brad Evans