All the Queen's Men

by Linda Howard
All the Queen's Men cover
Good Books rating 3.17
Thriller/Suspense
Technical
  • ID: 2377
  • Added: 2025-10-13
  • Updated: 2025-10-13
  • ISBN: 9780684860657
  • Published: 2000-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

John Medina is a legendary CIA operative known for his expertise in Black Ops, making him a wanted man by foreign governments. Neima Burdock, a communications specialist, retired from field work after her husband's death, but is reluctantly drawn back into the action when her director assigns her to an arms deal operation led by John. As they navigate the treacherous world of international arms dealing, they uncover a web of dangerous and glamorous intrigues. Their mission takes a personal turn as they discover a passion for each other, but their survival is threatened by those who seek to kill them and prevent the transmission of stolen documents./n/nThe story blends high-stakes espionage with a forbidden romance, as Neima and John race against time to complete their mission. The novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complex nature of love and duty in the shadowy world of intelligence operations. With each twist and turn, the couple must rely on their skills and instincts to outmaneuver their enemies and uncover the truth behind the arms deal.

Reviews
ReviewStream · 2025-10-13
enjoyable 3.50

The book is described as a better-than-expected suspense romance, with a blend of thrilling elements that make it enjoyable for readers of similar genres.

The reviewer found this book to be better than they had anticipated, making it a pleasant surprise. They appreciate the blend of suspense and romance, which creates a thrilling and engaging narrative. The reviewer notes that the story keeps the reader hooked with its suspenseful elements and well-crafted romantic moments. While it may not be groundbreaking, it is a solid addition to the genre and will likely appeal to fans of suspense romance novels. The overall experience is positive, with the reviewer recommending it to those looking for an entertaining read.

Quick quotes

    This book is yet another suspense romance by Howard. I have to say, it was better than I had expected.

    The story keeps the reader hooked with its suspenseful elements and well-crafted romantic moments.

    While it may not be groundbreaking, it is a solid addition to the genre and will likely appeal to fans of suspense romance novels.

BookBrowse · 2025-10-13
loved 4.00

The book is praised for its perfect mix of action and romance, with well-developed characters that make it a favorite among Linda Howard's works.

The reviewer absolutely loves this book and considers it one of their favorite Linda Howard novels. They highlight the perfect blend of action and romance, which keeps the story engaging and exciting. The characters are particularly well-developed, adding depth and relatability to the narrative. The reviewer appreciates the balance between the suspenseful elements and the romantic aspects, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable read. The overall experience is highly positive, with the reviewer recommending it to fans of the genre.

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    I absolutely LOVED this book, it's actually one of my fave Linda Howards.

    There is just the perfect mix of action and romance, with characters that

    The characters are particularly well-developed, adding depth and relatability to the narrative.

All About Romance · 1999-07-27
disappointing 2.00

The book has titillating potential that it almost reaches at times, but overall, not much happens through most of the story. The pacing and character development are noted as areas where the book falls short.

The reviewer notes that the book has moments of excitement and intrigue that almost reach their full potential, but unfortunately, the majority of the story feels slow and uneventful. The pacing is a significant issue, and the characters could have been developed more deeply to make the story more engaging. While there are a few standout scenes, the overall experience is marred by a lack of sustained tension and action. The reviewer appreciates the effort but feels that the book could have been more compelling with better pacing and more substantial character arcs.

Quick quotes

    All The Queen's Men has titillating potential that it almost attains a couple of times, but overall, not much happens through most of the book.

    The pacing is a significant issue, and the characters could have been developed more deeply to make the story more engaging.

    While there are a few standout scenes, the overall experience is marred by a lack of sustained tension and action.

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