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The Jefferson Key by Steve Berry

thereclamationproject's review against another edition

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3.0

It was exactly as I would have expected and that is to say mediocre. If you've read other books in the Cotton Malone series and enjoyed them, this won't disappoint. But if you're new to the series, I wouldn't start here.

spookysoto's review

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3.0

Rating: I liked it

fudgeelizabeth9's review against another edition

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adventurous dark informative medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

mnm2's review against another edition

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4.0

This was the first book that was set mostly in America.

I enjoyed this book and the historical tie-ins. I've read all of the Cotton Malone series, and unlike other series, this continues to be entertaing at a consistent level.

Looking forward to reading the Columbus Affair.

I have read all of Steve Berry stand alone books and only found one book that was not exciting the entire way through. (Third Secret).



raptorimperator's review against another edition

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5.0

I thoroughly enjoyed this addition to the Cotton Malone series. I loved the way Berry interwove his fictional privateer society with actually historic events and I greatly enjoyed having Cassiopeia tag along with Cotton. Now that they are an official couple, I hope to see much more of her.

cathodg's review against another edition

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2.0

Can't beat Steve Berry for good historical secret history thrillers.

afox98's review against another edition

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3.0

Entertaining book by Steve Berry, as always. I had high hopes for it because I love this author, and love American history. But I was let down just a tad. I had a hard time with several of the characters - their arrogance, pride, and in some cases, obliviousness. And there were some rather graphic violent scenes that were difficult too. Overall, an enjoyable read, but not my favorite Steve Berry book.

caslater83's review against another edition

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2.0

Not my ideal book.

The synopsis and the prologue were probably the best parts of the book. I did not feel drawn into the story. It dragged on and on and I ended up skimming through the book.

unacalle's review against another edition

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3.0

I gave it a 3 but it was really a 3.5.

In the year of 2022, why can we not have half stars????

maggie56's review against another edition

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5.0



OMG! This was one of his most recent books which I could not put down. The on going adventures of Cotton and Cass, their relationship with the two of them. Plus the government conspiracy along with the commonwealth. I think in the end what I love about Steve Berry's books are in the end when he sums it up with all the facts and true accounts that are within the story. I love all his books but this one topped it.