📖 Overview
All Necessary Force is the second book in Brad Taylor's Pike Logan thriller series, following a covert counter-terrorism unit known as the Taskforce. Pike Logan and Jennifer Cahill work to prevent attacks on American soil while operating outside official government channels.
The plot centers on a mission to stop imminent terrorist threats, with Logan and his team racing against time across multiple international locations. Their investigation reveals connections between drug cartels, terrorist cells, and potential attacks that would devastate the United States.
The narrative draws from Taylor's own military background as a Special Forces Commander, incorporating tactical details and operational procedures into the story. The characters face both external threats and internal conflicts as they navigate the complex world of counter-terrorism operations.
This military thriller explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the moral implications of operating in grey areas to protect national security. Through its examination of modern warfare and terrorism, the book raises questions about the balance between security and ethics in the post-9/11 world.
👀 Reviews
Readers praise the tactical authenticity and military details, with many noting Taylor's real-world Special Forces experience adds credibility. Multiple reviews highlight the fast pacing and complex plot structure.
Positive feedback focuses on:
- Character development of Pike Logan and Jennifer Cahill
- Realistic dialogue between operators
- Technical accuracy of weapons and procedures
- Multiple interconnected storylines
Common criticisms mention:
- Too many characters to track
- Some find the violence excessive
- Several readers note confusion during perspective shifts
Ratings across platforms:
Goodreads: 4.31/5 (8,800+ ratings)
Amazon: 4.6/5 (1,900+ ratings)
"The tradecraft and operational details feel authentic rather than researched," notes one reader. Another states "The relationship between Pike and Jennifer evolves naturally without forced drama."
Critical reviews often cite "information overload" with military terminology and "difficulty following the numerous subplot threads."
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Without Sanction by Don Bentley A Defense Intelligence Agency operative confronts personal demons while pursuing terrorists in the Middle East after a mission goes wrong.
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🤔 Interesting facts
🔰 Brad Taylor served 21 years in the U.S. Army Infantry and Special Forces, including time as a Delta Force commander, bringing authentic military expertise to his Pike Logan series.
💥 The book is the second installment in the Pike Logan thriller series, which has grown to over 15 novels and become a New York Times bestselling franchise.
🎯 The plot's focus on a terrorist group targeting American infrastructure was influenced by real-world vulnerabilities identified during Taylor's military career.
🌍 Many locations featured in the book are places where Taylor personally conducted military operations, lending credibility to the international settings.
⚔️ The Taskforce organization in the novel is loosely based on actual U.S. counter-terrorism units that operate outside standard military protocols, though fictionalized for security reasons.