On The Black

This was a very entertaining read and quite engaging. I really enjoyed it.

The luck of this character in getting out of situations and the hi-tech equipment that he managed to procure as a just in case escape scenario required suspension of disbelief, but it worked for me.

The writing style made it easy to read and follow. Spelling, the use of jive for jibe, and a few others that I can't recall were a bit distracting and I wish I had kept track for the author.

That said, I am a very effective proofreader - and available for hire. I tend to notice misspellings as a pattern recognition kind of thing. They pop off the page at me without actually needing to read it. It's a weird obsessive thing, but I should probably put it to work in show more service of literature at some point. show less

I honestly thought this book was just excellent! I'm a big Theo Cage fan anyway, but I think this is my favourite book of his so far!
It centres around ex CIA agent Rice and his attempts to live off grid and away from the organisation that wont let him go.
There were great, strong characters in this book like Grace and the Razer's, thrilling life or death scenarios on every other page and even some unexpected romance. It has everything!
As someone that loves cars and machines, I particularly loved this line from the book 'A Kenworth is a thing of beauty, an audacious chrome juggernaut that hums like a B-52. With a control center like a 747', its so good, Theo Cage has a wonderful descriptive way with words ensuring that you can easily show more picture it in your mind.
Books like this excite me so much, I couldn't wait to read the next page! Absolutely a 5 star book! show less

On the Black is an extraordinary story of an ex-spy who just wants to be left alone. But, everyone knows that the only EX-spy is a DEAD spy. When armed men show up at his wilderness cabin, it's all he can do to escape with his life. Rice is on the run from the mercs at GI, and somehow keeps meeting up with others who need help. This book is a thrilling page-turner that I had a hard time putting down!

On the Black by Theo Cage is an interesting take on the government agent gone rogue in retirement. The agent left government service and the government was trying to kill him. They got his wife instead of him at one point in time. He went in to hiding on a mountain in Washington state for 10 years.

He has finally been located. They are trying to capture him using contractors under the control of the former head of the CIA. He escapes the first attempt on the mountain, resulting in the death of one of the agents.

The story of why he is on the run and the steps he has taken to protect himself and his surviving friends and family. This story is released in bits and pieces throughout the story.

While on the run again, he meets up with two show more women. One on the run from he mob and one a good samaritan who treats him after a wreck and hides him. These characters along with two friends who have been helping on the run help reveal the good side and the human side of the hero of the story.

After this last attempt to capture/kill him by the ex-CIA head and former President, he is out for revenge. He is also helping the woman on the run from the mob get revenge and freedom from the mob.

I thoroughly enjoyed this story. It had a few unbelievable moments as do most thrillers. You began to like the hero as the story about his past is slowly released and the human side of him came out. show less

This is a well-written book, by an author who has a feel for characters in the story. The story moves at a brisk pace, with a few necessary side trips, that are all very relevant. The transitions are, for the most part, seamless; we are never left scratching our heads and wondering, "What was he thinking?". I enjoyed the descriptions of all the locations. They were accurate and lent credence to the author's research for the story.There is nothing more damaging to a good story than sloppy research; it takes the reader's attention away from the things we are supposed to be enjoying. The hero is a Warrior, he has the skills of a Seal, the soul of a philosopher, and the heart of a patriot. The female characters are strong, adaptable women, show more who think for themselves and are seldom a hindrance to the hero or the storyline. There are several twists and turns to the plot and I guarantee you will not be bored. I love the way the author leaves just enough of an opening for more books with these folks, there is room to develop several of the characters into continuing adventures. Although this book is currently "free" on Amazon, I was provided with a copy by The Review Club, in return for my honest opinion. I recommend you get it and enjoy it; even if you miss the "free" period and it goes back up in price, it will be worth it. show less

I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I have read every Theo Cage book I can get my hands on. He has an uncanny ability to keep me reading well into the night. To know Theo Cage is to willingly lose sleep. IMHO that is a worth wile arrangement.

To the point - a review of On the Black. This is an extraordinary action tale that spans the country from coast to coast. It is non-stop action replete with some pretty neat techo-gadgets. I marvel about the author's ability to come up with so many adventures that flow seamlessly together. The characters, and their different impact on the story are a major high point in the success of the book.

I think On the Book is very good. Continuous action, multiple show more intersecting plot lines, and the confluence of the plots into an excellent ending. Of course I knew that the guy would get the girl at the end, I would have been bummed if Britt had died.

Take my suggestion and get all of Theo Cage's books. He is an excellent writer that will keep you entertained for many hours. show less

On the Black is an action packed page turner. I usually do not like spy or mob novels. However, Theo Cage did a great job of intertwining the two.

Rice is an ex-black ops Navy Seal who has secrets. He has been hiding away on Mt. Ranier for the last 10 years. All he wants is to be left alone. Unfortunately, the ex-CIA director has had private mercenaries hunting him and they found him.

Addie is a young girl in hiding from the mob. She has secrets too and was put in the WITSEC program to keep her safe. She has been on the run for the last few years. Addie believes only Addie can keep herself safe.

Their two worlds collide and it is a race to try and keep themselves alive.

This is the first book I have read by this author and I am impressed. show more It is well written, the characters are well developed and I love the fast pace. It was hard to put down because I just wanted to know "what next?" show less