Reviews of The Deadly Puzzle, by D.B. Silvis.
Reviewed by: Connor Parkinson
A must-read
One of the best books I’ve ever read. A deadly game for survival, you must read.
“The Deadly Puzzle” by Donahue Silvis is a gripping thriller that
plunges readers into a high-stakes game of cat-and-mouse. The
narrative centers around Jack Wayde, a private detective and former
Marine who becomes an unwitting participant in a deadly competition
orchestrated by the late Dr. Frederick Rhineman.
Dr. Rhineman, a brilliant chemist with a penchant for genetics and
revenge, has devised a formula capable of targeting and eliminating
specific nationalities.
Following Rhineman’s sudden death, sixteen letters containing clues
and puzzle pieces are mailed out, promising a secret cache of ten
million dollars and the lethal formula. Wayde, one of the recipients,
finds himself embroiled in a frantic race against time to prevent the
formula from falling into the wrong hands.
Silvis masterfully weaves a complex web of intrigue, suspicion, and
danger. The characters are well-developed, each with their own motives
and secrets. As Wayde navigates the treacherous landscape, he must
contend with foreign dignitaries and individuals from Rhineman’s past,
including three mysterious women who may hold the key to unlocking the
puzzle.
The tension escalates as the body count rises, and Wayde must use all
his skills to outwit his adversaries and uncover the truth before it’s
too late. “The Deadly Puzzle” is a thrilling read that will keep you
on the edge of your seat until the very end.
I am a big fan of puzzle mysteries; they are quickly becoming my
favorite genre to read, and Silva’s new story is definitely up there
among my favorites.
I had an amazing time with this book. It took me a while to read
because the book had heavy themes, but despite this, the story never
failed to keep me hooked, and I had the best time.