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Six American men live behind a protective facade, their real work hidden from neighbors and friends. Different in countless ways, they are intimately the same in one: at any moment their lives can be altered with a phone call, and their actions may change the world.They are Special Ops. And one team's mission is about to hit certain jeopardy status when the discovery of an Al Qaeda base in Venezuela becomes secondary to thwarting the transport of a nuclear weapons expert from that training camp to Iran. Informed by the true combat experience of Captain Jeff Struecker and finessed by award-winning novelist Alton Gansky, Certain Jeopardy is an immersing and pulsating fictional account of what really happens at every level of a stealth engagement: the physical enemy encounter, the spiritual war fought within a soldier, and the emotional battles in families back at home.
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 400
Vendor: B & H Publishing Group
Publication Date: 2009
| Dimensions: 8.40 X 5.50 X 1.03 (inches)
ISBN: 0805448535
ISBN-13: 9780805448535
Availability: In Stock
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Six American men live behind a protective façade, their real work hidden from neighbors and friends. Different in countless ways, they are intimately the same in one: at any moment their lives can be altered with a phone call, and their actions may change the world.They are Special Ops. And one team’s mission is about to hit certain jeopardy status when the discovery of an Al Qaeda base in Venezuela becomes secondary to thwarting the transport of a nuclear weapons expert from that training camp to Iran.Informed by the true combat experience of Captain Jeff Struecker and finessed by award-winning novelist Alton Gansky, Certain Jeopardy is an immersing and pulsating fictional account of what really happens at every level of a stealth engagement: the physical enemy encounter, the spiritual war fought within a soldier, and the emotional battles in families back at home. Endorsements:Certain Jeopardy by Jeff Struecker and Alton Gansky is like the TV show The Unit on steroids! A group of six men appear to live normal American lives, but at any time they can be called to report to a Special Operations group performing actions for the safety of their country at the risk of their lives. The men are called to Venezuela to investigate rumors of a Al-Qaeda training camp. Instead they stumble into the kidnapping of a nuclear scientist who can empower Iran to create their own nuclear weapons. To rescue him and his family that is being held hostage for his cooperation will force them to use every skill they know and may cost them their lives. I'm not usually a fan of military thrillers, but this book grabbed me on page one and didn't let go until I finally remembered to breathe again at the end. Struecker has served several tours of duty himself, so the writing gives an inside look at secret military operations and the incredible amount of skill and fortitude needed by its members. The action is written so that every scene is almost cinematic; I could see it play out in my head. Interspersed are scenes of the families at home coping with never knowing where their loved ones are or if they will come home. Together they create a powerful look at Army life. I hope that the authors will revisit this team, because I would love to read more! --Christy's book blog
Chaplain (Captain) Jeff Struecker is a decorated member of the United States Army’s most elite fighting corps whose personal experiences in Mogadishu, Somalia, were written about in the New York Times bestseller and major motion picture Black Hawk Down. In thirteen years of active duty, he also fought in Operation Just Cause in Panama and Operation Iris Gold in Kuwait. As a chaplain Jeff has done multiple tours in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom. He uses his personal story of survival on the battlefield to tell others how they, too, can be prepared for any circumstances life may bring. Struecker and his wife, Dawn, have five children, and live in Georgia.Alton Gansky is a Christy Award-nominated and Angel Award-winning author who writes to stimulate thinking about spiritual matters. He served as a pulpit minister for twenty years and has published nearly thirty books.Alton and his wife, Becky, have three children and five
Certain Jeopardy by Jeff Struecker and Alton Gansky is like the TV show The Unit on steroids! A group of six men appear to live normal American lives, but at any time they can be called to report to a Special Operations group performing actions for the safety of their country at the risk of their lives. The men are called to Venezuela to investigate rumors of a Al-Qaeda training camp. Instead they stumble into the kidnapping of a nuclear scientist who can empower Iran to create their own nuclear weapons. To rescue him and his family that is being held hostage for his cooperation will force them to use every skill they know and may cost them their lives. I'm not usually a fan of military thrillers, but this book grabbed me on page one and didn't let go until I finally remembered to breathe again at the end. Struecker has served several tours of duty himself, so the writing gives an inside look at secret military operations and the incredible amount of skill and fortitude needed by its members. The action is written so that every scene is almost cinematic; I could see it play out in my head. Interspersed are scenes of the families at home coping with never knowing where their loved ones are or if they will come home. Together they create a powerful look at Army life. I hope that the authors will revisit this team, because I would love to read more! - Christy's book blog
Sit down and strap yourself in for this adrenaline filled story of a Special Ops team doing what they do best. Eye opening and thrilling Jeff Struecker and Alton Gansky combine combat experience with writing skill and show it off to full advantage. I was anxious to get beyond the early chapters and into the thick of things but getting to know the individual soldiers, their nicknames and personalities, is essential to the reading experience. While this book appealed to my adventurous side it also connected emotionally as the plight of the soldier's loved ones is also laid bare. Dealing with what life throws at us all, but having to leave with little or no notice to places unknown other than the certainty of danger, the sacrifices of our armed forces and their families is highlighted with accuracy and intensity. Leavened with humour and spiritual insight this book will appeal to both men and women. Certain Jeopardy is an excellent first foray into fiction by Captain Jeff Struecker - I hope he will be back with Sgt. Major Eric Moyer's band of brothers soon! - Relz Reviewz
I like the fact that this group of men are so close and they have each other’s backs, through thick or thin. From the first page to the last page the action doesn’t let up. The storyline is believable and the characters are heartfelt. No matter how difficult the times got, these men never gave up on their faith in God. I picked up this book and started reading it and in a matter of a few hours I had finished it. Captain Jeff Struecker and Alton Gansky make a good duo. - Cheryl's Book Nook
"Jeff Struecker is the kind of man heroes look up to. Certain Jeopardy only barely qualifies as fiction - it's that plausible. His deep personal connection with the U.S. military is stamped on every page, and will hit you hard. Read it." - Chuck Holton
I liked this book. I would give it 7/10. If I saw other books by this author, I would probably be likely to read them. It was the story of a nuclear scientist and his family who are kidnapped by corrupt people in order to exploit his knowledge and the attempts of American special-ops to rescue them. In the background are also the stories of the special-ops and their families back at home. It was a book that kept me guessing. - southeastcountrywife,
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I had such a hard time holding this book to read it! I needed to bite my nails because of the continuous action and suspense, but then I couldn't turn the pages fast enough! What's a reader to do?
To say I loved Certain Jeopardy is an understatement. Co-written by Alton Gansky and Captain Jeff Struecker, these pages merge the skills of a novelist with the insights of an Army Ranger. This story literally explodes with drama, danger and an unwavering desire to serve God and country.
When a six-man team flies to Venezuela to eyeball a suspected terrorist camp, their mission takes on new meaning. The kidnapping of a nuclear scientist and his family ups the stakes, creating a situation where failure to respond could result in the deaths of millions of innocent people. But taking action puts all six soldiers in the bulls-eye.
The military aspect of this story joined forces with a compassionate and compelling look at the personal lives of these men. From chain-of-command issues to the chain reactions unleashed with the firing of the first bullets, each moment in this novel feeds into the literary firepower that propels this story forward. As the final pages turn, the authors give readers an encompassing look at all angles of this military operation, stopping only for a conclusion that closes a door that could easily open again.
These people, their purposes and their passions are revealed with sensitivity and insider knowledge. The men that make up this team will hold readers captive with their dedication to home and country. Screams of rage and pain are drowned out by vows of loyalty and love. Grab a tissue, and be ready to give these characters a salute when the book closes. - http://www.inthelibraryreviews.net
Average Rating: 5 out of 5 stars(5 out of 5 stars)
6 of 6 Reviews Showing: 5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by ruth (taylors sc), January 26, 2010 Being a 'non-military' person, I found some of the book really nerve-wracking! Don't know if I have the kind of faith that kept those men sane. One reviewer said a next book is in the making? Great! I, too, hope for it to arrive soon. 5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Richard Mabry (Frisco, TX), September 13, 2009 Captain Jeff Struecker, a decorated former US Ranger, and Alton Gansky, award-winning author, have teamed up to produce a novel that is filled with action and populated with unforgettable characters. While a clandestine operation is taking place in Venezuela, drama continues on the home front as families battle with the problems created by the absence of their loved ones.
Despite its setting, the novel deals with emotions and decisions with which the reader can identify. There's tension on every page, and I found myself coming back to this book in every spare moment, anxious to see how the story would unfold. There were mixed emotions when I turned the last page--satisfaction at a story well-told and sadness that there was no more to read. But I hear there's a sequel in the works, and I look forward to reading it. Soon, I hope. 5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Toni (Sandy), July 28, 2009 Loved this book! It is one of those books that you have to read in one or two sittings because you can't stand not knowing what happens. I'm very impressed with this new author and can't wait for more. I loved how he developed the main characters so you felt as though you knew them and were living their lives along side of them. Action packed, great story. Makes you SO proud of those who serve in the military who risk their lives each day to protect us. 5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Julie Sines (Shelby, MI), June 22, 2009 The team of Captain Jeff Struecker and Alton Gansky should be congratulated for writing such a spell-binding Christian novel! The book revolves around an Army Ranger Team and the "Certain Jeopardy" they find themselves in. This book is riveting from page one until the very end. I certainly hope this writing team is working on a sequel! A Five-Star Read! 4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Lisa Boyce (Pittsburgh, PA), May 04, 2009 From the very beginning to the last page, this book was riveting. It seemed very authentic, not just in the military realm, but also in the daily lives of the men from the Ranger unit. In fact, that was one of the things I appreciated the most—-the glimpses into the personal lives of the men. So often, authors write about a unit’s forays into dangerous situations but neglect to mention that they have problems with wives and kids just like civilians have. I've read a lot of Tom Clancy novels, and Certain Jeopardy ranks right up there as far as the military terms and situations are concerned.
I finished the book in 1-1/2 days and already want to read what happens next! I hope the publisher has a sequel planned. 4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Christy Lockstein (Oconto Falls, WIsconsin), April 02, 2009 Certain Jeopardy by Jeff Struecker and Alton Gansky is like the TV show The Unit on steroids! A group of six men appear to live normal American lives, but at any time they can be called to report to a Special Operations group performing actions for the safety of their country at the risk of their lives. The men are called to Venezuela to investigate rumors of a Al-Qaeda training camp. Instead they stumble into the kidnapping of a nuclear scientist who can empower Iran to create their own nuclear weapons. To rescue him and his family that is being held hostage for his cooperation will force them to use every skill they know and may cost them their lives. I'm not usually a fan of military thrillers, but this book grabbed me on page one and didn't let go until I finally remembered to breathe again at the end. Struecker has served several tours of duty himself, so the writing gives an inside look at secret military operations and the incredible amount of skill and fortitude needed by its members. The action is written so that every scene is almost cinematic; I could see it play out in my head. Interspersed are scenes of the families at home coping with never knowing where their loved ones are or if they will come home. Together they create a powerful look at Army life. I hope that the authors will revisit this team, because I would love to read more!
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