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by Jack Higgins (Author) "Jake Cazalet was twenty-six years old when it happened, the incident that was to have such a profound effect on the rest of his life..." (more)
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The President's Daughter is to thrillers what Hong Kong is to movies: hyperphysical and flashy, filled with international menace, and perfectly choreographed so there's no wasted action whatsoever. And like those movies, the book's a wonderful ride, particularly if you don't ask too many questions after you climb aboard. The characters are strictly Central Casting: a gallant war-hero president twitted by terrorists, a craggy old pro called out of retirement, an I.R.A. scoundrel with a heart of ... well, brass at least. The daughter of the title is a comely French countess (of course), who's kidnapped by a nefarious group of Israeli extremists. In return for her safety, they want Dad to nuke several Arab countries. Will he be forced to push the button, or will a trio of agents be able to reach her in time? Typical of the genre, the book's pull is the intelligence of the villains multiplied by the ingenuity of the heroes. The President's Daughter scores highly on both and readers itching for a globe-trotting game of cat-and-rat won't be disappointed.


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Jake Cazalet was 26 years old when he rescued a young Frenchwoman in Vietnam. Their short, passionate affair resulted in a daughter, Marie, unknown to Jake during his meteoric rise from decorated war hero to senator to U.S. president. Now, he meets her briefly before her mother's death, and all agree her identity must be kept a secret. But someone has found out, and Marie's life is in danger unless the president meets terrorists' demands. Enter Brigadier Gen. Charles Ferguson and his man in the field, Sean Dillon, former IRA terrorist, who have reigned supreme in Higgins's Angel of Death (1995), Eye of the Storm (1992) and other novels. Dillon, an unforgettable character, is invincible at escape and unforgiving in battle, while Ferguson functions as the nerve center and master manipulator. Higgins devotees and fans of espionage and suspense will line up for this.
-?Terrill Persky, Naperville, Ill.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Standard Higgins, but not nearly as good as he used to be, April 9 2001
By Mark S. Winger (Wood Dale, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Presidents Daughter (Paperback)
I have been a Higgins fan for a long time, but I am somewhat mystified as to why I still read him at this point. I think it's because I was so enthralled by "The Eagle Has Landed" years ago, and some of his other older books and the quick read that you get. However that being said, Higgins follows the same formula for every book and if you have read at least 3 of his books, then you know what is coming at every stage of the game. "The President's Daughter" is no different from a dozen other Higgins novels I have read. What I do appreciate is it's a quick read that's entertaining and doesn't make you think hard. If you want to give one Higgins book a shot, then read "The Eagle Has Landed", this was when he was at his best and is a quality novel. If you are a Higgins fan, then you'll read this book regardless, just don't be surprised that it doesn't stand out from many of his other books.

So what's the recommendation overall. If you are looking for a quick mindless read with adventure, then this is for you. If you want a book with a lot more substance and a believable adventure tale, then you need to look elsewhere.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The President's Daughter, April 3 2001
By Ricky C. Nelson (Commerce, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Presidents Daughter (Paperback)
Ever since I read "The Eagle Has Landed" in the 70's, I have been a fan of Jack Higgins. Sean Dillon returns in "The President's Daughter". The President of the United States, Jake Cazalet, fathered a child during a brief affair while he was in Vietnam. Only he and the child's mother knew her true paternity, or so they thought. Almost thirty years later, the president's daughter, Marie de Brissac, is kidnapped by Israeli terrorists who hope to get Cazalet to support an effort by the US government to bomb Arab countries like Syria and Iraq. Cazalet opposes the initiative, and calls on Sean Dillon, ex-IRA enforcer now working for the British to try to find Marie and rescue her. In the meantime, this group kidnaps Dillon's colleague, Chief Inspector Hannah Bernstein. After finding out where the women are held, Dillon and American Blake Johnson stage a daring rescue. The suspense is taut, and I found it impossible to put down this excellent novel by the master of the thriller, Jack Higgins.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Less 1 star from his usual 3 (or 4 for his best works), Mar 30 2001
This review is from: Presidents Daughter (Paperback)
The scenario : an extremist pro-Israel terrorist group has access to the most sensitive Intelligence of the UK and the US, and also the US President's secret - an illegitimate daughter. They kidnapped her to force the President to launch surgical nuclear strikes against Israel's primary adversaries in the Middle-East.

Then, the plot just went on a completely wrong angle. They kidnapped Sean Dillon to act as their messenger to the President. Though what happened later were not bad for an action thriller, I keep wondering why did they want to get a man like Sean Dillon, and more importantly, Charles Ferguson, involved. They could have convinced the President they got the girl and they mean business without involving people who eventually caused their downfall.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Quick, Enjoyable Read, but not Tolstoy
Hey fellow readers, this is another of Jack Higgins action-packed thrillers. It is not Tolstoy and it was never intended to be. Read more
Published on Mar 3 2001 by P. Connors

5.0 out of 5 stars Review by Barney
In 1969, Jake Cazalet saved the life of a Frenchwoman in Vietnam, and a brief passionate affair ensued. Read more
Published on Nov 17 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Good Read!
I am beginning to become a fan of Sean Dillon. He has been used very effectively by Higgins as a hero role. This book held my attention throughout. Read more
Published on Nov 12 2000 by Melvin Hunt

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read
A true marvel. Written by the master, Jack higgens. About a ex-terrorist that joins with a FBI agent to undertake a mission that can change everyone's life. Read more
Published on Oct 22 2000 by Hikmat Assi

5.0 out of 5 stars Good movie plot
I really liked this book. The pacing was fast and kept my attention at all times. I liked the main characters. Read more
Published on Sep 12 2000 by Nancy L. Ricker

2.0 out of 5 stars "The Presiden's Daughter"
If you like books that have a lot to do with the CIA and the secret service this is for you. There was much talk of different types of government officials. Read more
Published on Jun 9 2000 by dan trackter

4.0 out of 5 stars A Unique Thriller from Higgins
The president of the US has a daughter from an affair with a French woman in Vietnam. When a terrorist group learns the girls identity, it's up to British agent, ex-terrorist... Read more
Published on May 22 2000 by Larry Eischen

4.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
In 1969, during the Vietnam War. Jake Cazalet and his friend Teddy saved the life of a Frenchwomen. Jake ended having a brief affair, she disapeared from his life. Read more
Published on Mar 27 2000 by Logan Cradick

2.0 out of 5 stars A poor reading from a one time master.
Another Sean Dillon book from a weakened Jack Higgins. It's obvious now that a classic author has fallen into a series writer like Gerard De Villiers. Read more
Published on Aug 4 1999 by Georgiadis Pelopidas

1.0 out of 5 stars In a word.....TERRIBLE!
The plot has a lot of potential, but no development. The story is undescriptive to the point of being difficult to follow, and the characters themselves have about as much depth... Read more
Published on Jun 13 1999

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