I found this to be one of the more enjoyable Patterson books I've read of late and although there was nothing really ground breaking I did enjoy the story as we delved into the military world, uncovering a covert group commiting grotesque and mindless murder. I did find the parts that dealt with Cross's personal life a bit sickly sweet, especially his time with Jamilla, but thankfully these weren't a large part of the story. Overall a good holiday read.