The Third Target: A J. B. Collins Novel: A J. B. Collins Series Political and Military Action Thriller (Book 1) Kindle Edition

You know it's not your normal every day novel when a former CIA director endorses the book and its plot is ripped from the pages of today's headlines. In this, his latest book, Joel Rosenberg paints a chilling picture of what the Middle East might look like if current trends continue. With an insider's knowledge and a sizzling pen, Mr. Rosenberg spins a vivid tale of politics, intrigue, deception and betrayal.From the devastated concrete jungles of Syria and the desert sands of Jordan, to the carpeted halls of Washington D.C. and the dark cursed cells of Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, this edge of your seat thriller follows the terrifying and bloody trail left by ISIS, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. Woven into this heart pounding tale is an underlying thread of modern Middle Eastern history told from the perspective of a talented author and Washington insider. Personally, I couldn't help but sometimes wonder where the fiction ended and a veiled version of the real story began.This novel really builds the tension and action towards the last part of the book and leaves some major unanswered questions for what I hope will be a sequel.I can say this was an entertaining read with an underlying history that deserves our attention. Told from a Biblical Christian world view this novel offers a unique take on current events that will leave you thinking long after you've finished the last page.

I've read several of Joel C. Rosenberg's books and am a fan -- although some times I feel he goes a little overboard in his books describing his religious viewpoint towards End Times prophesies. However, while the topic is touched on briefly in this book, it is definitely not a cause for concern!My review won't provide a summary of The Third Target as this can be read about in the Amazon Book Description above; but rather will provide my opinion as to why I'd highly recommend this book. All I'll say is that the premise of the book is built around these "What if" questions: 1) What if Radical Islamist extremists were able to seize control of a cache of chemical weapons in Syria that were overlooked or not reported to the U.S. disarmament teams?; and 2) What if these Radical Islamist extremists chose to use the threat of these weapons to seize control of a key Middle East country and to establish a violent caliphate?In my opinion, The Third Target is one of the most exciting, edge-of-the seat plot-driven thrillers I've read in quite awhile for several reasons, with four of the most major reasons being that: 1) the author has (as usual) done his homework regarding the subject matter of this book; 2) the subject matter is so topical that you might expect one day to read about it in the headlines of your favorite newspaper (although let's hope the book's subject and plot remain a work of fiction) 3) Rosenberg writes in a style that results in the reader feeling that he/she is not just a "reader" but an actual "participant" in the middle of all the plot, and 4) the book is filled with enough action and twists and turns that, by the time you finish it, you'll need to sit for awhile to catch your breath.Having said all of the above, before deciding to read this book, readers must understand that some suspension of disbelief is required and, more than that, that the end of this book is NOT the end of the story. By this I mean the ending is a "cliffhanger" and that you'll have to -- feel compelled to -- read Rosenberg's sequel to The Third Target, called The First Hostage. I've already obtained my copy and will be reading it very soon!

J. B. Collins is a very successful foreign war correspondent working for the New York Times. He followed in the footsteps of his grandfather who did some pretty foolish things. However, J.B. may have just trumped anything his grandfather could have ever done by taking an invitation to meet in person with one of the leaders of ISIS in Syria. Already a torn country ravaged by its civil war, Syria has become a stronghold for many followers of the Al-Qaeda split off and are very dangerous. J. B. gets his interview and manages to safely get away, but not before he can confirm that ISIS has procured chemical weapons. But will his interview put a target on his back once his story goes public? Or will ISIS keep him around as long as they can use him?Rosenberg is well known for his end times novels and this is no exception. He keeps the novel on a fast pace with lots of action in a very realistic current events setting. J.B. embodies everything that Rosenberg typically has for a main character. He is successful. He has a job that puts him in the line of fire for current events. And he is not a Christian, yet. But he has people in his life that urge him to give his life to Christ.I really enjoyed this book. The current events make you think about what could happen today. The tension keeps you moving through the book at a fast pace. And the potential love interest makes you root for the romance within the suspense. I can’t wait to read the next one!

Yet once more, an excellent point from Joel Rosenberg. Written with a clear eye on current events and the added bonus of its relationship to the Holy Bible and its prophecies!A really good thing about Joel is his gift and ability to present a terrific story without foul language and the total absence of blasphemy. All Joel's books are 'clean' of such gutter language. It can be achieved without depleting the thrust and impact of the story. If Joel can so easily do it why do other authors seem so determined to inject swearing and blasphemy?Do they think it will sell books? Well not to me! Thanks to Joel for his strength of character and determination to be separated from foul and offensive language

Another brilliant read from a great author. The old hackneyed phrase unputdownable ,which is used by some reviewrs of very ordinary books,but in this case it is totally true,the book kept me reading until the wee small hours..I have to say though,the ending took the wind right out of my sails ,but I expect and hope that this indicates a sequal to follow. I most certainly hope so. Keep up the good work Mr.Rosenberg,!!!

A gripping page turner which is right in line with current events in the middle east. Always enjoy this author's books and look forward to the next one.

Joel Rosenberg is a prolific author and has his finger on the prophetic and geo-political pulse. I hope everyone gets a chance to read this book and get your eyes opened to the potential threats that lie ahead. Thanks Joel for keeping us informed. I highly recommend your work

ONCE AGAIN JOEL C. ROSENBERG WRITES A BOOK WHICH BOTH BELIEVERS AND NON BELIEVERS CAN SEE HOW THESE EVENTS UNFOLD AS PROPHESIED IN THE OLD TESTAMENT. RIVETTING TO THE END. CANNOT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE.