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Discovered though that the print was tinier than a "pocket book" edition. Excellent book. Loved and was captivated by the story. I'll ask/look for the larger print books. Must be getting older.
As Lincoln begins to look at the case he also starts to feel that perhaps his cousin has been framed, as well as several other people over a period of time by an ingenious serial killer who uses data collection technology, identity theft, and manipulated crime scene evidence to ruin the lives of innocent people.As Lincoln Rhyme digs deeper into the case he comes into contact with a company called SSD, a data collection provider, and soon realizes how easily lives can be watched and manipulated by an unknown and unseen third party. His protagonist, Lincoln Rhyme, while trying to prevent a murder in England and catch an elusive hitman is suddenly thrust into a scenario that brings him closer to home and reveals some detail about Rhyme's earlier years as a teenager. Jeffery Deaver's "The Broken Window" comes at you like a train coming out of a tunnel. If it's on a computer file then it must be true. He finds himself thrown into a murder case that involves his cousin Arthur Rhyme, somebody that he used to be close to but for some reason both men eventually distanced themselves from each other. Arthur has been accused of murder and the circumstantial evidence is overwhelming; in fact, too overwhelming and too circumstantial. Deaver's latest novel brings to the forefront the right to privacy versus the ability of both government and private industry to know the whereabouts, habits, ideas, and personal traits of its citizen. There are frequent references to George Orwell's "1984," and Aldous Huxley's "Brave New World." If you have never read either of these novels then you have missed two of the most chilling and true visionary tales ever written
The characters are well-developed and believable and the story flows as smooth as a high-speed Internet connection. Once again Linc is forced into the savior role and Amelia once again finds herself in trouble.
Ever wonder if someone was collecting personal information about you. Ever feel as though you are be watched.
The story revolves around forensic science and tracing computers to solve the case and track down the bad guy.who has ties to Rhyme's past. In Jeffery Deaver novel The Broken Window, we are shown the underground world of identity theft.
Jeff Deav explains in pain-staking detail what these creeps look for, how they access your info, the amount of time required to do such acts, and more. The writing is top-notch.
I would also highly recommend reading Ashes Divide by Clarence Cage: Ashes Divide my favorite novel of 2009.
I'm never disappointed by Jeffrey Deaver and this is one of his best. Real-life identity theft issues are woven seamlessly into the plot. Great suspense; I literally couldn't put it down.
I can't believe I wasted my time on this drivel. This book is 350 pages too long. Stay away at all costs.
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