Brad Thor dazzles thriller-readers with a fresh backdrop and environment to the gun-toting action sequences fans have come to expect in abundance. This time, Harvath’s mission takes him deep into the heart of the exotic Asian subcontinent. Rising Tiger raises the bar for Scot Harvath.
Harvath is pulled out of the Afghan theater after rescuing an ally to investigate the murder of an American diplomat in India. With a deadly conflict brewing between India and China, Harvath teams up with a street-smart cop, Vijay, and a tenacious RAW agent, Asha, as their paths cross through raging shootouts and shady backwaters of the criminal frontier in India. Taking more of an investigator than operator role here, Harvath must solve the American’s murder before a deadly plan takes fruition and plunges America into another war.
Thor’s impressive research of Indian culture goes a long way to establish the authenticity and vividness of each experience described thoughtfully in the narrative. From the distinctive smells of Indian street food to the bright festivals, the details help readers clearly visualize Harvath’s escapades with a touch of humor and lightheartedness in an otherwise grave and intense storyline. Rising Tiger incorporates important topics pertaining to religious and political stability of the region and I was pleasantly surprised to see an informed approach to the subject matters without leaning into heavy bias for any one side of the equation.
The hot and heavy action is another huge positive point in Rising Tiger. There’s no loss of momentum or interest in any way whatsoever throughout the chapters as Brad Thor keeps you entertained with non-stop shootouts and sticky situations handled with realistic purview. The urban and dense setting makes for some exciting showdowns with enemy combatants.
Rising Tiger benefits greatly from Harvath’s venture into a lesser explored region and Thor’s exquisite storytelling that catapults readers with sheer excitement into the spotlight of fast-paced twists and turns. Previously I had pegged Black Ice as the most fun I had with a Brad Thor thriller, but Rising Tiger has officially claimed that spot now.
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