Rating: 
Summary: Just a bad sequel
Review: After reading both of the books in this series I can say that my dissappointment is complete. Character development is nil, and what attempts are made are cliches. Whenever a character is about to do something, a sense of deja vu takes over. And well it should, you've read this stuff before, and the realism of the hardware and locales notwithstanding, the people in the book a less than zero.As far as plot development, forget it. There is a passing reference somewhere about a Seawolf submarine, so I guess that justifies the title. As far as problems to be solved, the author resorts to the "deus ex machina" method. You need some help, hey let's have one of the good guys be a sleeper agent for an allied power, who just "happens" to have a submarine off the coast (this was hinted at, but poorly done). I hate to say it, but this series seems like it was rushed to print to take advantage over the current military situation in the world. If this is the case, then shame on the publisher, and if this is just the author's best, maybe he should consider some serious rewriting. Don't bother with this book, you'll only be let down by your expectations. I know I was. Although on the plus side, now when I see the author's name on a book, I'll know to save my money.
Rating:
Summary: Just a bad sequel
Review: After reading both of the books in this series I can say that my dissappointment is complete. Character development is nil, and what attempts are made are cliches. Whenever a character is about to do something, a sense of deja vu takes over. And well it should, you've read this stuff before, and the realism of the hardware and locales notwithstanding, the people in the book a less than zero. As far as plot development, forget it. There is a passing reference somewhere about a Seawolf submarine, so I guess that justifies the title. As far as problems to be solved, the author resorts to the "deus ex machina" method. You need some help, hey let's have one of the good guys be a sleeper agent for an allied power, who just "happens" to have a submarine off the coast (this was hinted at, but poorly done). I hate to say it, but this series seems like it was rushed to print to take advantage over the current military situation in the world. If this is the case, then shame on the publisher, and if this is just the author's best, maybe he should consider some serious rewriting. Don't bother with this book, you'll only be let down by your expectations. I know I was. Although on the plus side, now when I see the author's name on a book, I'll know to save my money.
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Summary: Sixth Fleet Seawolf
Review: Another great novel by someone who knows the ropes. Lots of action and a great sequel to Sixth Fleet. Keep them coming.
Rating: 
Summary: Enjoyable - but not at full potential yet.
Review: CAPT Meadows has the potential to produce some really thrilling novels. This is his second novel and he appears to still be learning the trade. Like the first Sixth Fleet novel, this one sort of drags at the beginning and then takes off. I don't know what Meadows' warfare specialty was, but it must have been either surface warfare or aviation as he writes these scenes quite well. His subsurface scenes are also very good. I did not find the passages with the SEAL team very compelling and nothing in their character development led me to liking or caring about them. Hopefully future books will focus more on the traditional warfare scenes and less on special warfare (there are entire series on SEALs). The sacrifice of the USS John Rodgers was very well done, as was the USS Gearing attack in Book One. Meadows knows how to write a surface combat scene. I would have greatly preferred reading about the Roosevelt's action in the Red Sea rather than the plodding street scenes with the SEALs. Additionally, in Meadows' books, he mentions that the Navy has eight carriers at that time. He should mention, perhaps through a presidential briefing, exactly where the others are (Stennis in the Med, Roosevelt in the Red Sea, two others (which?) off Korea - remaining two in the yards?). Another positive comment on Meadows' series is the underlying intrigue that is slowing playing out and shaping the course of events. Meadows' plot is actually rather complex and he has succeeded in keeping me guessing. I would really hope that he devotes some future time to the Korean situation, but this series is titled Sixth Fleet - how about a Seventh Fleet series, Captain? Overall, this book is a satisfactory successor to the first. CAPT Meadows shows potential in this genre and I am eagerly awaiting Book Three. I would recommend this series to anyone looking for a casual read with some thrilling naval combat.
Rating:
Summary: Enjoyable - but not at full potential yet.
Review: CAPT Meadows has the potential to produce some really thrilling novels. This is his second novel and he appears to still be learning the trade. Like the first Sixth Fleet novel, this one sort of drags at the beginning and then takes off. I don't know what Meadows' warfare specialty was, but it must have been either surface warfare or aviation as he writes these scenes quite well. His subsurface scenes are also very good. I did not find the passages with the SEAL team very compelling and nothing in their character development led me to liking or caring about them. Hopefully future books will focus more on the traditional warfare scenes and less on special warfare (there are entire series on SEALs). The sacrifice of the USS John Rodgers was very well done, as was the USS Gearing attack in Book One. Meadows knows how to write a surface combat scene. I would have greatly preferred reading about the Roosevelt's action in the Red Sea rather than the plodding street scenes with the SEALs. Additionally, in Meadows' books, he mentions that the Navy has eight carriers at that time. He should mention, perhaps through a presidential briefing, exactly where the others are (Stennis in the Med, Roosevelt in the Red Sea, two others (which?) off Korea - remaining two in the yards?). Another positive comment on Meadows' series is the underlying intrigue that is slowing playing out and shaping the course of events. Meadows' plot is actually rather complex and he has succeeded in keeping me guessing. I would really hope that he devotes some future time to the Korean situation, but this series is titled Sixth Fleet - how about a Seventh Fleet series, Captain? Overall, this book is a satisfactory successor to the first. CAPT Meadows shows potential in this genre and I am eagerly awaiting Book Three. I would recommend this series to anyone looking for a casual read with some thrilling naval combat.
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Summary: Seawolf, WOW
Review: David Meadows first book was good, and sorry, not really worth writing home about, though I really liked it. This one is so much better. The characters and plot were brought together seamlessly. I was actually in tears while one our ships was sunk.
If the next installment is as good, I'll read through it just as fast. Keep them coming. Tom Clancy doesn't have a chance.
Rating:
Summary: Seawolf, WOW
Review: David Meadows first book was good, and sorry, not really worth writing home about, though I really liked it. This one is so much better. The characters and plot were brought together seamlessly. I was actually in tears while one our ships was sunk.
If the next installment is as good, I'll read through it just as fast. Keep them coming. Tom Clancy doesn't have a chance.
Rating:
Summary: The Sixth Fleet;Seawolf
Review: David Meadows has packed an incredible amount of action, technology, heroism, politics and evil doers into his second book. Tom Clancy should take some notes, it makes Op-Center look like a Dick and Jane primer. Captain Meadows really knows what he's writing about, I can't wait for his next book.
Rating:
Summary: The Tom Clancy of the 21st Century
Review: David Meadows is clearly the Tom Clancy of the new century. His knowledge of the Sixth Fleet and the countries of the Med is clearly evident on every page! Moreover, his characters are realistic three dimensional folks that draw you into the story. I am a Navy Reservist and I found these books impossible to put down. I highly recommend the Sixth Fleet series and his new Joint Task Force series to anyone who likes a great, action packed military story!
Rating:
Summary: The Tom Clancy of the 21st Century
Review: David Meadows is clearly the Tom Clancy of the new century. His knowledge of the Sixth Fleet and the countries of the Med is clearly evident on every page! Moreover, his characters are realistic three dimensional folks that draw you into the story. I am a Navy Reservist and I found these books impossible to put down. I highly recommend the Sixth Fleet series and his new Joint Task Force series to anyone who likes a great, action packed military story!
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