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Return Of The Starfighter (Black Eagle Force Book 3) Kindle Edition

4.4 out of 5 stars 206 ratings

The People's Republic of China demands repayment of trillions in gold of our massive federal debt...now! President Annette Thompson refuses.
Rogue military elements within the Red Chinese government, led by megalomaniac Admiral Huang Meng secretly neutralize all of the US top line fighters, bombers and missiles. America is virtually defenseless.
With an armada larger than any seen since D-Day, Meng and his forces are set to invade the west coast of America. Their daring plan is to capture and hold California, Oregon and Washington states in payment for the multi-trillion dollar debt and their belief that China actually discovered America in 1422, seventy years before Columbus.
With overwhelming sea and air power, including their own version of the F-22 stealth fighter and a pair of fast catamaran ultra-super nuclear carriers, the Chinese have numerical and qualitative superiority over the decimated U.S. forces.
General Jack Stewart steps in with a bold plan to reactivate the "Old Iron" in storage at the Davis-Monthan boneyard. Can he pull off the defense of the United States with the help of forty and fifty year old aircraft? The ultra-secret and deadly Black Eagle Force is tasked to assist the interception the massive Chinese invasion fleet at all costs. The fate of America hangs in the balance.
IF YOU LIKE CLANCY, LARRY BOND, DALE BROWN, HUNTER AND COONTS, THIS BOOK FITS RIGHT IN!

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IF YOU LIKE CLANCY, LARRY BOND, DALE BROWN, HUNTER AND COONTS, THIS BOOK FITS RIGHT IN! MILITARY ACTION/TECHNO!Outstanding novel!! A blueprint for America's futureThe Return of the Starfighter is the third in the Black Eagle Force series hits a grand slam homerun! The returning kick-ass-take-no-names characters are joined by some new Patriots to fight off an invasion by China and the story roars to life like the supersonic interceptor F-104 aircraft it is named for, The Starfighter.Doran Ingrham USMC (ret.)

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A new political thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Could this really happen?

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B009ECAX52
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ TIMBER CREEK PRESS
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 14, 2012
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.2 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 488 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0984882076
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 3 of 8 ‏ : ‎ Black Eagle Force
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Customers find this book to be a fantastic and entertaining read with a good mix of old and new technology. Moreover, the story features plenty of original ideas and is fast-paced, with one customer describing it as an awesome action-packed ride. Additionally, they appreciate the character development, with one review highlighting the characters' strong patriotic beliefs.

45 customers mention "Readability"42 positive3 negative

Customers find the book entertaining and enjoyable to read, with one mentioning it's a must-read for fans of Clancy.

"...and I really liked it if your into aviation history then this is a good read" Read more

"...Most of it was fast moving and interesting. I don't know if the time frame they used in the story could actually have worked...." Read more

"Good read, love the technology advances that the author envisions...." Read more

"...All are great reads!!..." Read more

7 customers mention "Technology"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the technology in the book, with one mentioning a good mix of old and new elements, and another highlighting the use of older fighter planes.

"...The involvement of a bunch of older fighter planes was awesome...." Read more

"...The use of old school technology mixed with high intensity action made for an excellent read." Read more

"This book was a good mix of old and new technology blended together to fight off a modern armada. It was well-thought out and interesting to read." Read more

"Good read, love the technology advances that the author envisions...." Read more

6 customers mention "Concept"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's concept interesting and innovative, with plenty of original ideas.

"...Farmer has expanded on the Black Eagle Force universe with an interesting concept; what if the newest Navy and Air Force technology could be..." Read more

"...impossible difficulties by means of the most imaginative and innovative of strategies, laid the foundation for a potentially greater satisfaction,..." Read more

"...Some fantastic ideas from technology on the cutting edge enhance this read into the can't-put-it-down category." Read more

"...Though the concept was intriguing, with the Chinese twin-hulled catamaran type carriers, the fact that our retired aircraft could be re-furbed in no..." Read more

6 customers mention "Pacing"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, describing it as fast-paced, with one customer noting it's a great read that feels timely.

"...I am a huge fan of the F8 Crusader!!! Great story line and fast moving...." Read more

"Fast moving and interesting. Better than Blood Ivory or Scared Mountain. Interesting with what is happening in the world. Enjoyed it." Read more

"This book is fast paced and could possibly come true in the future.The action is exciting and the plot is very plausible...." Read more

"Clancy worthy. This book is a fast read by an author that has a good grasp of facts. Kept me going" Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning the strong patriotic beliefs of the characters.

"...The action is exciting and the plot is very plausible. Good character development, but it would be easier for a reader to start with the first book..." Read more

"...The story was very good and I really enjoyed the characters that were portrayed in the story...." Read more

"...Good technical explanations but somewhat tedious. Interesting characters. Not up to the level of other authors in this type of fiction.." Read more

"Great view into the world of SOF, and great development of characters. You feel you know all of them by the end of the book...." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2023
    This is an outstanding novel. I read this book a few years ago, and have reread it again. This and all the Black Eagle Force books are outstanding. I have read them all, and I wish another the set of BEF. Books would come out.
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2012
    I just finished reading this book. (Actually, I read all three of the Black Eagle Force books in order 1. Black Eagle Force Sacred Mountain 2. Black Eagle Force Eye of the Storm and this book). All are great reads!! I really enjoyed how fast this book moved and the overall big picture story. The involvement of a bunch of older fighter planes was awesome. It was a thrill to go back and research and remember all of the information about the old F105, F106, F111, F4 and F8. I am a huge fan of the F8 Crusader!!! Great story line and fast moving. This book reminded me of some of Tom Clancey's early writing - especially Red Storm Rising.

    Stienke and Farmer - keep them coming!!! Great job.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2013
    Overall, I liked the book a lot. The air-to-air combat scenes were well written, realistic, and exciting. Frankly, there should have been more of them, particularly in the last chapters.

    There was no real resolution or drama about the evil Chinese admiral. That was a bit disappointing.

    In summary, it was a good book that kept my attention.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2013
    Ken describes to a "T" what the Chinese Communist want to do to our country - move in and set up for business. The entire story is very scary for those of us who pay attention to the news, and know what is going on in the world. The "Blue water Navy" the Chinese dream of isn't very big now, but give them another ten years and this exact scenario could be seen on our local news channels!!! This is a must read for any fans of Clancy, Cussler, and Dale Brown. The action is hot, and the results are more than satisfing!!!
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2019
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    KF./BS. have. penned the third novel in the Black Eagle Force series, which contains the elaborate Chinese war plan. The Chinese will use their updated sea force to attack the United States. The United States falls into this potential trap with eyes wide open. That was the plan, but the retired men of the different sections of the service SAVED the day. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2012
    A very unlikely plot both in its basic premise and its execution. The idea of the country's air forces being totally unusable is a real stretch of the imagination. However, the idea of recalling guys who flew century series fighters in the 60s and 70s, is a bit too much to swallow. While I'm sure they certainly would jump at the chance to fly again, how many would be able to handle the rigors of jet combat, or could leave a job or family to take part in a pipedream? Also, the unmothballing and modifications necessary for the old fighters from the boneyard, seems to have happened almost instantly. Where did the required stockpiles of spare parts come from so quickly? The use of everyone's call was never prevalent in the Air Force, and sounds like a re-run of Top Gun. At the time frame of the story, there were no F-106s to be had at the boneyard. They had all been shot down as high speed target drones at Tyndall and Holloman AFBs. I can imagine that any ex-carrier pilot reading this story would certainly swallow his gum at the thought of one of the recalled pilots catching the #2 wire on his first carrier landing in seven years. Numerous typos are another distraction. Considering all the above, the reader is asked to make too much of a mental leap for this book to be highly recommended. Its only saving grace is the well done air combat scenes.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2020
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    Mr. Farmer has expanded on the Black Eagle Force universe with an interesting concept; what if the newest Navy and Air Force technology could be neutralized with old-school weapons? The main character accidently discovers that there is a subtle flaw in modern stealth systems that could lead to their being tracked and destroyed by older fire-control systems. His efforts in validating and correcting the discrepancy lead to the discovery of a plot to attack the United States itself! The second half of the story details how legacy fighters and their crews are brought back to defend the nation after a cyber attack grounds the fifth-generation fleet.
    Mr. Farmer can spin an engaging story, and his military experience colors the details vividly. If you have not read of Black Eagle, the book stands well on its own. BUT...you really should get your hands on the series and enjoy!
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2013
    This was the first novel by Buck Steinke I have read. I look forward to reading more. It was a very satisfying read; the good guys won! The manner in which we won, overcoming impossible difficulties by means of the most imaginative and innovative of strategies, laid the foundation for a potentially greater satisfaction, which this author duly provided.

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