Assessment:
Plot/Idea: When international crime invades his family, Dr. Zack Winston is willing to do what the authorities are not. But he must find the line between protecting his family and succumbing to bloodlust in this robust crime thriller. In book three of the Dr. Zach Winston series, Krentz catches up with the titular character, hitting the ground running while also establishing enough of the past circumstances to catch up new readers.
Prose: Krentz’s writing is confident, effectively detailed, and displays a clear knowledgeable about medicine.
Originality: Doctors and hospitals are assumed to be safe, but Death Agent chillingly turns that idea on its head.
Character/Execution: Dr. Winston is the imperfect antihero fans of medical thrillers crave. Krentz is an accomplished storyteller who delivers a tightly wound mystery that subverts expectations.
Date Submitted: August 12, 2024
"Great thriller!! Intense psychological thriller!!
Flawed, complex characters and terrific ER action scenes and fight scenes."
"Death Agent by Mike Krentz leaves one second-guessing and longing to find out what happens in subsequent chapters. The twists and turns in the flawlessly flowing plot put me on the edge of my seat, and I loved how Mike utilized suspense to great effect. I couldn't wait to find out how everything was connected, especially with the cartel. Mike also ensured all events were vividly captured, which helped me to create a mental picture of what was happening as the events unfolded. The characters were well-developed, and the steady narration also added to the overall appeal of the book. The reader will also appreciate the accuracy of the medical terminologies used, which is an indication that the book was well-researched. This was an amazing read, and I look forward to reading something else by Mike Krentz."
An action-packed medical thriller with a clever plot and twists and turns throughout, Death Agent will keep readers engrossed from beginning to end. In this tense suspense thriller from Mike Krentz, the author has skillfully woven an intricate and riveting narrative. This demonstrates the author's mastery of character development and thorough research, leading to a well-crafted and compelling plot. Featuring a complex cast of interesting characters, where the villains are as bold as the heroes, the story delivers high levels of performance, and the protagonist is just pure likability and will resonate with many readers. All the elements readers love in action novels are included in this story: good versus evil, vengeance, justice, and an ongoing thrill ride. I was blown away by the unexpected ending! A must-read for any fan of medical thrillers or murder mysteries!
-- Reviewed by Angelique Papayannopoulos for Readers' Favorite
