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Blind Scorpion, Iran's Nuclear Sting - Book 1: He could walk away a hero...but for which country? Kindle Edition

by Mike Wells (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.8 out of 5 stars 342 ratings
(Note: This book was previously published as Mushroom in the Sand. Please do not purchase this title if you have already read that book). Readers of Tom Clancy, Brad Thor, Stephen Hunter, John Le Carre will enjoy this fast-paced, international spy thriller. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fast paced and suspenseful, it features a surprising range of highly likable characters…a thoroughly well-researched book by a person in the know.” - Claude Forthomme, former United Nations worker ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Suspense, intrigue, and betrayal - the game of spy versus spy where corruption, espionage and the quest for the ultimate power rule, governments have their ways, and Iran is no exception.” - Dii, Amazon Top 500 Super Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I found it impossible to put down. Thrilling, suspenseful as it dove into the world of espionage among world powers. Fast paced and based loosely on world events of WMD’s.” - Jeff Mattice, Book Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Masterpiece! Timely, fast paced and hard to put down. Would make a helluva movie!” - Fred Bowditch, Book Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What interests me more is the depth of his knowledge (clearly the author has a passion for it) about nuclear technology and how people can use it to destroy things. In addition to that, we have many big players in the book: MOIS, Mossad, US and Russia, all in it for various reasons.” - Ailyn Koay, Book Reviewer BOOK DESCRIPTION The BLIND SCORPION is a Top Secret computer program for simulating nuclear weapons explosions and the catastrophic havoc they wreak. Dr. Ross Shaheen, the developer of the software, is living the American dream. Between his internationally-recognized nuclear weapons research career at the prestigious Berkeley Lab and his picture-perfect family in the San Francisco suburbs, it's a good life that can only get better...until he is lured into lecturing before an elite group of scientists in the country of his birth: Iran. The seven thousand mile trip takes Shaheen back to the land of the lion and the sun, yet it also delivers to Iran's very doorstep an important American citizen with a Top Secret security clearance. It soon becomes clear what the Iranians are really after: the BLIND SCORPION. The coveted software is the key to advancing their clandestine nuclear weapons program without the rest of the world being able to prove its existence. Shaheen becomes entangled in a twisted web of espionage, corruption and survival, putting to the test not only his secret knowledge but also the very core of his allegiance to the land he now calls home. If he lives, Dr. Ross Shaheen could walk away a hero. The question is, for which country?
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00YT8F0EK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mike Wells Books
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 2, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 674 KB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 100 pages
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  • Book 1 of 3 ‏ : ‎ Blind Scorpion
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    3.8 out of 5 stars 342 ratings

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Mike Wells is an American bestselling author of more than 25 "unputdownable" thriller and suspense novels, including Lust, Money & Murder and Passion, Power & Sin. He is also known for his young adult books, such as The Mysterious Disappearance of Kurt Kramer, The Wrong Side of the Tracks, and Wild Child, which are used by English teachers in high schools and colleges worldwide. Formerly a screenwriter, Wells has a fast-paced, cinematic writing style. His work is often compared to that of the late Sidney Sheldon, with strong and inspiring female heroes, tightly-written scenes, engaging action/dialogue, and numerous plot twists. He currently lives in Europe and has taught in the Creative Writing program at the University of Oxford.

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Customers find the book engaging with its intriguing topic and good plot, with one customer noting it serves as an interesting lead-in to the series.

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"This 1/3 of a book was a good read and did hold my interest very well. I would give it 4.5 stars if it were a whole book...." Read more

"This novel is informative, current to world events and very plausible. The characters are very authentic, no super heroes or super villains...." Read more

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  • Jjspina
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nuclear Power Can Be Frightening!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2015
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    Blind Scorpion is a different kind of thriller for Mike Wells but it delivers nonetheless. Dr. Ross Shaheen, a nuclear weapons career scientist, is embroiled in a dangerous trip to his former homeland of Iran to be a guest speaker at a university. He doesn't trust anyone and fears for his life and the lives of his family but is forced to accept this invitation. What the Iranians don't know, or do they, is he is undercover for the FBI.

    He is the son-in-law of a prominent Russian official who also is watching his back along with the USA. He has important information that Iran needs to complete their nuclear bomb. Will he give this information to them? Will his family's safety be threatened if he does not comply?

    There are many questions to be answered in book 2 as the story continues. An enjoyable read that ended too quickly.
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  • Robert Gates
    4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting lead-in to the series
    Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2020
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    It kept the readers interest and desire to keep reading, So many interesting twists in the story
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  • cbanks
    3.0 out of 5 stars Well written, but a book should be a whole book.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2015
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    This 1/3 of a book was a good read and did hold my interest very well. I would give it 4.5 stars if it were a whole book. I just don't get the idea of people putting partial books online. If I buy a paper book it isn't 1/3 of a book. So why do it like this? I understand you are trying to get people hooked to buy the rest of the book, but let me read book number 1 with a beginning, middle, and end and I just might buy book number 2. As it is, I think I'll pass on anymore of this format as I don't know what I'm getting into when I start to invest my time to read only 1/3 of a book.
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  • Dwaine
    5.0 out of 5 stars Engrossing, not long winded with words designed to fill pages.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2020
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    This novel is informative, current to world events and very plausible.
    The characters are very authentic, no super heroes or super villains. Everyones perspective is explained and realistic.....Great Job fellas.
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  • casey e.
    2.0 out of 5 stars It's ok
    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2019
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    It's ok
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  • Kindle reade
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting as well as informative. Much research was done to create the mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2017
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    Of suspenseful knowledge of how dangerous espionage can be. Enjoyed it. Page turner. Recommended this level of suspense to a friend who also enjoys books.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Not bad
    Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2016
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    A good plot that had portions that did not present themselves well.
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  • Qittie deKay
    3.0 out of 5 stars It's not a BAD story, but it fell a bit flat
    Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2015
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    I had to fight through this, to be honest. It's not a BAD story, but it fell a bit flat. Some of the dialogue read like a cheesy spy show, which threw me from the story altogether. The MC wasn't convincing in some places. His mind-set jumped primarily from "I'm a family man!" to "Dang, this chick is hot." Which...I guess maybe is forgivable and probably more realistic than I give it credit for, but at the same time the plot contradicts what this mindset leads to. MC is an Iranian naturalized into America, a nuclear scientist with some top secret clearance, and yet he willfully puts himself into bad situations with people he shouldn't be speaking to, much less the things he speaks about. The plot just didn't do it for me, unfortunately. Meh. Just overall, meh.
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  • Sunseeker
    5.0 out of 5 stars The end came too soon ...
    Reviewed in Canada on November 5, 2015
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    I became engrossed in this book very quickly. It is beautifully written and the lack of grammatical errors is a godsend. That alone would garner five stars!!

    Polished and professional, the story moves quickly and captures one's attention and interest. There is a detailed technical section, but it is so integral to the story and a much needed explanation.

    I highly recommend this book. I can't wait to continue the story. It came to an end just as I became totally involved.
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  • Ade
    5.0 out of 5 stars A superb read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 29, 2017
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    A well written part one of a good story. I'm looking forward to reading the next two books. A believable story that keeps unfolding as you read.
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  • Connie Marbaniang
    5.0 out of 5 stars blind scorpion
    Reviewed in India on October 4, 2018
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    a good book by a great author,though,its the first time that ive read his book,a must read for all thriller readers,well written
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  • manny rothman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Blind scorpion
    Reviewed in Australia on June 16, 2017
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    Was a good book with some good action and good characters with a good ending looking forward to the next book
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  • Prema
    5.0 out of 5 stars made great reading
    Reviewed in India on December 5, 2016
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    Very well written ,made great reading
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