Tranquility Denied (Jonathan Brooks, Book 1)

by A.C. Frieden

Book Overview

Hotshot maritime lawyer Jonathan Brooks may finally be in over his head. He can't find evidence that his client's ship was rammed by a U.S. Navy vessel--evidence he needs to win his trial and help his... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0974793418
• ISBN13: 9780974793412
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: Avendia Publishing
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Page Turner

Great book. It grabs you from page one and you don't want to put it down. Even if you are not into political intrigue, you will still thoroughly enjoy this book. I see this excellent book as a made for TV thriller or possibly on the big screen. A.C. Frieden is an excellent writer. Hopefully there will be more books from him in the near future.

Move over, Grisham

This book captivated me from the moment I started reading. A.C. Frieden has created characters, namely Jonathan Brooks and his sexy Russian ally, Mariya, who fascinate the reader and each other. Not only is this a story of international intrigue, but a love story between brothers as Jonathan Brooks investigates the death of brother, Matt. This book also left me wondering if perestroika ever really existed, or was it just a Russian ploy. Know Thine Enemy and look for more A.C. Frieden!

Excitement and mystery await!

If you love a good mystery, thriller, and spy plot, then this is the novel for you. "Tranquility Denied" is a quick read, providing heart pounding chapters of excitement, wonder, and curious deduction as you attempt to figure out what main character Jonathan Brooks will uncover next. This was my first opportunity reading something from author A.C. Frieden, and definitely not the last!

Frieden Keeps You Guessing

Maritime lawyer, Brooks, is working on a case which should end up with a simple, albeit large, settlement. However, when the case is just about lost, he begins to uncovers lies, which lead to major coverups, and he is compelled to dig deeper and deeper, in spite of overwhelming threats to him, his loved ones, and anyone daring to help or befriend him. From New Orleans, to Sweden, to Moscow this story is riveting and a real page-turner. Character development is quick, to-the-point, and with just the right amount of detail. The story line, twists, turns, and takes you on a roller coaster ride ending with some surprising revelations. A.C. Frieden has done a magnificent job putting together an exceptional story which is very complex, yet easy to read. This is an outstanding novel that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a good adventure filled with suspense.

a top notch author

How great is the cost of truth? How far would you go to discover what is being kept from you, from the world? In A.C. Frieden's novel "Tranquility Denied," readers witness the literal depths of one man's quest for answers. Lawyer Jonathan Brooks is having a hard time with his current case. It's no wonder as it seems there is a government cover-up going on. When a U.S. Navy captain lies under oath in regard to his ship seemingly ramming another ship in the North Sea, things just don't add up. Brooks is warned not to venture too far nor dig too deep, but apparently he doesn't like being told what to do. In search of clues, he travels across the ocean where he finds much more than he hoped for. Being followed wasn't warning enough for him to stop his digging and soon he is in grave danger. Nearly everyone who helps Brooks falls victim to violence of some sort. Someone is trying desperately to keep things under wraps. Every new clue reveals a much bigger sinister plot, one that involves an international roster of players and a play list of biological warfare, Cold War games and spies around every corner. From an absolutely appalling Russian jail to sultry scenes of New Orleans, from the Kremlin to Washington D.C. to an island in the Baltic Sea, Brooks leaves no stone unturned. Will he survive his own curiosity? Frieden is a top notch author. His plot is deep and twisted and full of excitement to the very end. His characters are full of life right up until the moment that many of them are murdered. His attention to detail is superb and his flare for storytelling deserves applause. "Tranquility Denied" is a fascinating read that will have you looking over your shoulder to see if anyone is following you. Review by Heather Froeschl.