Exploited (The Kate Lange Thriller Series) Paperback – October 25, 2016

I can’t put the book down. These thrillers by Pamela Callow are captivating. A great read. I’ve enjoyed reading this Series.

Another fun and exciting book by Pam. It keeps your interest throughout and this one introduces new characters. Hopefully this won’t be the last book in the series.

In this, the fourth installment in the Kate Lange legal thrillers, we once again find her in a difficult situation, teetering between pain and pleasure. This emotional response applies to her personal life as well as to her professional activities. It also makes her feel something she had never liked – a rollercoaster, both thrilling and scary. And as we follow the story line, we realize that we, as readers, have also become part of the rollercoaster. We continue reading fast, trying to catch our breath, but in this instance the thrill is never over for us.The book opens with a prologue, and the action is set in the dead of night. These two words -- "dead" and "night" – are in the mind of Leah Roberts, a character whose actions make the plot unravel, and who is also aware of what she faces – death or darkness. But it is not that clear, and throughout the novel we become aware of the many opposites before us, as well as before the characters. There are “white hats” versus “black hats” – ethical hackers versus unethical ones. Still, everyone wonders, readers included, is there anything ethical about hackers? This question seems to be answered towards the end, but the doubt still remains with us, as it does with Kate and her new partner, Eddie – a brilliant addition and a better developed character in this novel.All the characters in this thriller are extremely well drawn. We not only accept their reactions and feelings but also share them. The characters seem to be caught in an infinite and endless journey, as in the number eight, the symbol of infinity, looping back to itself. Even though Kate and Randall are the center of the action, especially because of matters of the heart, we get to know all the other characters well, through their actions and through their words, and some of them through their computer screen names.Pamela Callow’s references to actions and feelings are described in her usual remarkable manner. A character in pain is in "a supernova of agony"; Kate wishes her heart “had a set of sliding doors that would close as smoothly and surely on Randall’s retreating back.”But we should also note that before the prologue, and even before the dedications, there is a quotation in italics from John Donne's famous poem: “No man is an island.” And, as we read Exploited, we understand what those words mean in this context, as we realize that every single action leads to another one, and so on, until all the actions are not only a continuation of the first one, but are also all connected. The thrill of the rollercoaster is still with us, even as we finish reading.

Privacy and Personal information remains that way as long as you or they can keep it from being hacked by "hackers." Whether they are amateur or professional hackers, it's not a game when careers, lives, society and security of millions of people, military included, is attacked and at stake. Kate Lange has left the big law firm and switched to defender of persons charged with criminal laws from prosecution. You'll have to read this book to find out what, how, who, and where Kate gets involved in all aspects of the world of hackers. Great read.

Another great book in the Kate Lange series, more suspense, action packed, and including past characters in a unique way in each book

I have read all 4 of the books and enjoyed them very much. The plot was realistic and moved at a good pace. The book held my interest and didn't take long to read. I like the characters of Kate and especially Ethan very much. I was disappointed and sad that he wasn't in this book. I do not like Randall; I believe Kate should be with Ethan and hope that he will be brought back into the story line. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.

After finishing the book I was in awe of the writer's mind and her art to forming such marvelous plots and characters.Although I will have tho confess the author's first novel Blew me away.Me Lange defending the victim who is also the villain was a nice twist.all the discussions and plots of cyper crimes were so very much in line with what's happenings.The conclusion was very heartwarming.I have read all of this author's novels and none have disappointed me.I am looking forward to the next episode in Ms Lange 's adventures.Keep up the great work Pamela Callow.

I still really liked the main characters and they are so interesting, I raced through all four books mainly just to get to know them better. I still recommend the series for this reason. I also find the author's writing skill way above average. The plots in each book have been basically interesting and well-developed. This last book. Though, was almost boring to read. I'm tired of the wishy-washy approach to romance. This particular read left me feeling like a good story was written, it was too short, so a bunch of filler was thrown in. And, there are too many characters being developed too fully versus their contribution to the story...example, Cooper and his marital issues - too distracting.

This book is indeed, another fantastic read. Can't wait for book five. Such excitement all the way through. You actually feel you are being propelled with the characters in the book. I appreciate the amount of research that must have gone into this story. So suspenseful. And, once again, right up there with the latest political news....and details of cyberspace. Thanks for such a good story...

a tremendously good read

Super Schreibstil und die Spannung ist bis zum Schluss garantiert

This is the 4th book in the series, all books are an enjoyable read, waiting eagerly for the 5th book, really recommend this author

I have really enjoyed this series, each book is a great story on its own, and the narrative flows smoothly from book to book. I get a wee bit distracted reading about locations that are near me, but that's part of the excitement, too. Looking forward to the next in the series!