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Joseph Cox: Dark Wire (2024, PublicAffairs) 5 stars

The inside story of the largest law-enforcement sting operation ever, in which the FBI made …

Wow! This reads like a thriller!

5 stars

I need more of this book! Cox's masterful storytelling draws you into the shadowy world of international crime, where the FBI's audacious sting operation unfolds with heart-pounding suspense. Honestly, it reads like a crime thriller, but the fact that it's true makes it even more gripping.

While I initially struggled to keep track of the many players involved (seriously, there are a lot of names!), the narrative is so compelling that I was quickly swept up in the action. The colorful nicknames, like the unforgettable "Microsoft," certainly helped!

With every page, the stakes get higher, and I found myself constantly on the edge of my seat, wondering if the operation would be compromised. The tension was palpable! Cox's ability to build suspense is truly remarkable.

This book is a testament to the ingenuity and determination of law enforcement in the face of sophisticated criminal networks. It's a must-read for anyone interested in true crime, cybercrime, or just a darn good story.

And, like a good TV series, I'm already craving a sequel! The vast amount of data collected by Anom during this operation must hold countless more stories waiting to be told. I'm eager to see Cox delve deeper into the operations of specific criminal organizations. This book has opened a Pandora's Box of fascinating possibilities.

–This review was drafted by A.I. (Gemini) with a fairly lengthy prompt containing my opinions. I then edited the draft and have posted it. –