Those in Peril By Wilbur Smith (Giveaway)

I have to say first off that I've never read any Wilbur Smith books before as I've always felt they would be far too masculine for my tastes. When the opportunity presented itself for me to read this new one, I did some research first to discover more about the book itself and to not be put off by my impression of the type of books this author writes. I really am happy that I did so as it made me think that this sounded an interesting read and I wasn't wrong!

We mostly follow the story through Hazel Bannock, an ex tennis player who wed and was widowed by an oil magnate. We see what happens when her teenage daughter is kidnapped and tortured by Somalian pirates and yes, it is quite graphic on some scenes involving both torture and rape but this IS the reality of what happens to the unfortunates who get caught up in this situation so I consoled myself with the fact that the victim I was so concerned over was fictitious.

We see snippets of the political hand wringing that must happen in these situations in the real world and we meet Hector Cross. Long time contractor of Hazel's late Husband, Hector provides security for Bannock Oil Corp in most countries but predominantly the Middle East. Even though he owns Cross Bow Security, Hector fights on the front line with his men to defend the companies property and in this case the family behind the company as well.

I really don’t want to give too much of the storyline away, it's masterfully woven together with some humorous moments amongst the horrors that we witness as we follow the characters. I laughed, I cried, I was nauseous and I cheered on each victory that came till I turned the last page!

PLEASE NOTE:

This giveaway has now ended and a winner has been selected

And now for the bit you're really interested in, the giveaway! Well, I have a second copy of this book to offer to my blog readers. To enter please:

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