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 Third Transmission"This lightning-paced and brilliantly written novel (is) thumping, pumping, tightly configured and deftly researched. A new series of missions link together like chain mail in an astonishing plot-weave that works so well, you could peel it off the pages and slap it on a movie screen. The author writes with such intelligence and visual ferocity, one can actually hear the bullets slapping into metal, figuratively see the explosive action sequences mushrooming into life, intently feel the crushing devastation on his characters' hearts. Whilst dodging these figurative bullets and leaping from mentally-bound explosions during my reading of Third Transmission, one question kept occurring to me, over and over again. And the question was this: who on earth is Jack Heath?"-- Tania McCartney, author of Riley and the Curious Koala "I liked this book from its opening pages - a sci-fi thriller that's just violent and scary enough to be fun."
"Excellently researched and seemed to be written effortlessly. I read it in one sitting . . . really seamless; incredibly enjoyable . . . also has one of the most satisfying conclusions to a novel that I have ever (and read that as EVER) read."
"Heath embraces scientific technology fact and theory and uses his hero’s speculations and discoveries to allow the reader access to the wildest of possibilities. Recommended for futuristic adventure lovers."
"A memorable book with bits of this and that, all neatly sewn together to make an irresistable story. An intricately woven plot . . . full of suspense every step of the way. I couldn't put it down. Third Transmission will take the world by storm."
 Money Run"Really, really hard to put down."
"The right mix of humour, suspense, intrigue, action and that character-driven stuff your English teacher is always going on about. It's part-24, part-Alias, all-kickass, and a highly recommended read."
"It's edge of your seat and you don't stop guessing until the very last page. Brilliant."
 Remote Control"With Remote Control Heath has cemented his place as a young writer of true talent. He has once again delivered the goods to his readers with a story that is both exhilarating and unpredictable."
"Big improvement on the first, and that's saying something. I love this book."
"To no one’s surprise, Remote Control is just as fast paced as its prequel The Lab. Readers are immediately immersed in a sea of nonstop action that keeps things interesting."
"A great sequel to The Lab, lots of action and an interesting end . . . "
"Of course I think it's good. Why would you even ask me that? Wait - this isn't going on the website, is it?"
 The Lab"The compelling and memorable protagonist stands out even against an intricately described and disturbing city whose vividness makes the place's questionable fate a suspenseful issue in its own right for readers. Heath balances the flashy fight scenes with enough introspection to please both lovers of action and fans of character development, and readers will appreciate the sharp realism of the slight but highly clever twist at the end that emphasizes the complexity of this setting where good will never really triumph, only hold back darkness a bit at a time."
"Spy stuff, battles, rescues, car chases, explosions, escapes, and surprisingly well-oiled wheels within wheels."
"Every page is chock full of action and suspense, and the imagery is so vivid you can place yourself in Six of Heart's shoes. A fast-paced read, this book is perfect for anyone who likes fights and stealth missions and fighting robots."
"Fans of Anthony Horowitz's Alex Rider or James Patterson's Maximum Ride series will be hooked on this novel. An action-packed, suspense-filled story."
"Heath's writing is fast-paced, the escapes and scenarios clever, and the dystopian setting gives the story added substance and allows room for some philosophizing."
"The Lab is full of widescreen craziness. Stuff blows up on every page . . . The perfect book to get a smart tween hooked on science fiction."
"Whilst The Lab is written for young adults it will appeal to a much wider audience. So if you have a teenage son, nephew or brother, use them as an excuse to get your hands on a copy of The Lab."
"A mysterious and action-packed novel that is sure to please any 007 fans."
"Clever, original. Hooked."
"Poses some interesting ethical questions regarding cloning, robotics and our future."
"Starts with a dramatic action scene and continues to be action-packed until the very last page. There are seriously very few pages in this novel that don’t include a fight scene, chase scene, or danger. All this makes for an undoubtedly exciting and edge-of-your-seat suspense filled story that is quite difficult to put down."
Those are just the favourable reviews, of course. If you're searching for unfavourable reviews of Jack's books, then his official website seems like a ridiculous place to look.
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