We all love the Bourne character, whether in books or on the movie screen.I persevered with this novel for that reason only.It was wordy and clumsy. It didn't flow easily and I skipped my way through to the interesting parts.I need to remember to NOT run off and automatically grab the next Bourne novel!

Opět slabý Bourne od Van Lusbadera. Ludlum už se v hrobě neobrací, ale rotuje jako vrtule. Děj se trochu rozjíždí až kolem poloviny (celkem cca 420 stran), do té doby je to bolestně ukecané. Relativně strhující je (jinak neuvěřitelně prázdný) příběh až ke konci. Samotný Bourne je tu popisován necharismaticky a povrchně. Celkově nudné, nezajímavé, generické, ukecané, hloupé. Za vše hovoří tato jedna citace: "Bourne vytáhl xxx z kapsy krabičku s cigaretami, rozdrtil je v prstech a hodil mu hrst ta...

Plot-3.5 StarsCharacters-4.5 StarsSetting-4 StarsOverall-3.5 StarsI wish again that they had half a star for rating.The first part of this book was like a dark erotica. It seems like Mr Lustbader wanted to write erotica but had to write another Bourne book. He compromised and came out with The Bourne Enigma. That being said, I still think Bourne is the best spy out there. My order for spies so far: Bourne, Fisher, Smith...and somewhere way down the list is Bond.This had the usual save the cheerl...

In his effort to elongate the Jason Bourne series, van Lustbader continues to steer the protagonist in ways Robert Ludlum would likely never have dreamt or possibly wanted. In this 'lucky' 13th instalment, Jason Bourne is approached in Frankfurt with a present from a close friend; a coin, etched with a curious rebus. Upon arriving in Moscow, Bourne sets out to attend the wedding of a close friend, General Boris Karpov, who is a high-ranking official in the country's FSB. Before Bourne has a chan...

average book starts of nicely but i think the author gets complacent or confused towards the middle the escapes by the main protagonists are too superhuman and unbelievable the end is hurried had to read to finish the series

With suspects dropping like flies, with the turn of every couple of pages I never thought I'd find out what the hell was gong on. It was the twisted maze of broken glass, and shredded metal that I've ever felt that I ran through in my bare feet, with Jason Bourne. I love this guy, but I feel like I would be terrified to be his friend , that my life as such would be totally expendable, not having the training and instincts that he possesses, from the organization that he hates with every fiber of...

I am a die-hard fan of Ludlum's novels. This is my first foray into Van Lustbader who has taken up the Bourne mantel, this being his 13th time. I wish I was as taken with this novel as I was with the originals. Bourne travels to Russia to attend the wedding of a Russian General who Bourne has a curious friendship with. Bourne is given a coin that is to provide a clue why the general wants to get together. But before the two can talk, the general is garotted on his wedding night and Bourne is acc...

Sometimes when a writer takes up writing another writers idea for a novel, it doesn't work. Having enjoyed Robert Ludlum's Bourne series, I was at first a little dubious that Eric Van Lustbader was the right person for this task. Having read the ones that he has written however, I'm convinced that he was. Another great thriller which I really enjoyed and I hope that there is another one in the series. I also hope that we see more of the new characters that have been introduced in this novel.

I received this book via a goodreads giveaway.This is another in the continuing episodes of Jason Bourne, basically in search of his lost memories. This episode begins on the eve of Jason’s good friend & fello spymaster, Boris Karpov’s wedding. Jason received a cryptic message from Boris via courier. The message is an old coin. Before Jason & Boris have the opportunity to discuss the cryptic message, Boris is murdered; embedded in the gash across Boris’ throat is a vert specific Star of David be...

A very average book . There are certain books which have a very cinematic feel to it and therefore seems pretty racy and interesting throughout, like most of the the Dan Brown books but this one was a hugely disappointing one. Having a certain few characters is okay but there were way too many, which sometimes is okay except the fact that, some of the characters were unnecessary and added nothing significant to the plot of the book and only made the book more longer and slower than required.

Wonder if the story is about Jason Bourne or Rebeka (Israeli agent - Sara)? Also, disappointed to see a very weak Jason Bourne running around trying to solve a puzzle rather than confronting bad guys and coming up on top. This Jason Bourne seems no match to the original Jason Bourne that was Ludlum original character.

A very average book.I'm a big fan of the spy genre so if you're not a big spy fan, this will probably be a 2/5 rated book for you.It took me quite a while to finish it and by the final third of the book I was dragging my feet just to finish it.Now, the problem with this book is the storyline is quite convoluted and dare I say unnecessarily complicated. There is a strong investigative treasure hunt quality to the storyline a la Dan Brown which feels a bit uninspired and not very interesting to re...

I do feel sorry for the Ludlum estate. This book reads like it was written by a college freshman. It is difficult to follow the sequence of events or conversations, pronouns and antecedents are jumbled. It is nowhere near the standard that Ludlum set and a sorry continuation of a great series. Let it rest and don't bother picking it up.Reasons? a) Poorly researched attempt at all things Russian;.b) physically impossible descriptions, Bourne does some wicked crazy moves, drives the fight in maste...

More of a 2.5 ... I enjoyed Ludlum's novels. The Bourne Enigma does continue the world of Jason Bourne in a modern setting of conflicts in Russia and the Middle East. The writing does not have the same depth, and I found myself comparing the two authors in their style and substance.

Fast paced, compelling story line. Enjoyable read.

I always love these books -- I listened to this on Audible, and it was about 15 hours. Parts did seem to drag out, but I like the vocabulary level and the characterization. The recording was good, as well, although I didn't love it.

Many, many Jason Bourne books have been spun by Eric Van Lustbader since the passing of the great Robert Ludlum. I have read most, if not all of them, and this is why I feel the book deserves three stars:There comes a point when so many characters are conniving to one-up or seek revenge against enemies both present and past that the story loses its traction. That is the problem with this one. When I put the book down and picked it up the next night, I always forgot who hated who even more. The a...

Really good book......Loved the movies, wanted to try a book. Not disappointed, at all. Enjoyed the Characters and the dialogue immensely.Now when I see the books at a great price I will buy and read some more of Jason Bourne adventures. Thanks, Amarillo Turtle

I bought this book. I enjoyed reading it. It was full of action/adventure. It is my first book by this author and first one in this series that I have read. I look forward to the next book in this series.

NOT GOOD. After reading the Bourne Ascendancy (book 12 in the series and I have read all in the series) I thought Eric Van Lustbader had found a way to finally make the series his own, maybe I was mistaken. If this is where the series is headed, I may have to give up. I will give Mr. Van Lustbader one more attempt. This book felt like Bourne turned into Alex Cross and was a detective instead of an assassin. Way, way, way too many shallow characters created and too many "oh I just read that wrong...