Viper Island is a globe-spanning biotech thriller that follows former neurosurgeon-turned-covert-agent Molly Jones, now known as Amy Michaels, as she’s thrown into a high-stakes mission to protect a prominent philanthropist targeted by a shadowy assassin. The operation quickly unravels into a nightmarish hunt across Accra, Ghana, with deadly biological weapons, political intrigue, and military-level ambushes at every turn. From the glittering lights of a humanitarian gala to the gritty chaos of street markets and parking-lot shootouts, Moore delivers an adrenaline-packed story where the dangers are as invisible as they are deadly.

I had a blast reading this. Moore’s writing is fast and sharp, like a cinematic pulse running under every scene. The pacing is relentless, but it never feels exhausting. It just pulls you in deeper. The action scenes are slick and visceral, with an energy that made me grip the pages. There’s also real thought put into the science behind the threat. The DNA-targeting bioweapon isn’t just a sci-fi gimmick; it feels alarmingly plausible. But what really landed for me was Molly. She’s not some bulletproof superhero. She doubts. She hesitates. But she keeps moving, keeps protecting. That made her feel real, and someone I could root for.

The book walks a razor-thin line between thrilling and overwhelming. There were moments when the sheer amount of action and military chatter had me longing for a bit of quiet, just a second to breathe or reflect. And while the story is tight, I wanted more time with the team before chaos tore them apart. Still, those are small bumps in a ride that’s otherwise turbocharged. Moore isn’t just throwing grenades for the sake of noise—there’s real tension, clever plotting, and genuine emotion underneath all the shootouts and spy gear.

Viper Island is for readers who crave high-octane storytelling with just enough smarts to keep you thinking between heart-pounding moments. If you like James Rollins, Gregg Hurwitz, or early Vince Flynn, you’ll feel right at home here. It’s a wild, breathless run through the dark alleys of science, politics, and personal redemption. I’d recommend it to action lovers, thriller junkies, or anyone who wants to feel like they’re strapped to the side of a missile.

Pages: 400 | ASIN: B0FCLN3H8L