Embassy by Richard Doetsch
By Vook
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Description
This elegant, fun and easy to use application is available for your iPhone and iPod Touch.
Bestselling author Richard Doetsch has crafted an ingenious tale of suspense, intrigue, and magic, brought vividly to life with dazzling video components that advance the storyline and are seamlessly integrated into the narrative. It's not a book, it's not a video -- it's a vook!
NEW YORK CITY
Early one spring morning on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, Jack Kidd bursts into the Greek embassy with a beautiful woman handcuffed to his side. He threatens to blow up himself and his hostage if his demands aren't met.
OFF THE COAST OF CONNECTICUT
Eileen Mason, her three young daughters, and her wealthy father are in the midst of a 3-day sailing trip from Maine to New York. Little do they know, a bomb has been planted on board and they are under constant surveillance from an invisible adversary.
NEW YORK CITY
FBI agent Ryan Kelley has been dispatched to oversee hostage negotiations. Unbeknownst to his supervisors or colleagues, he has a deep and personal connection not only to the woman being held captive, but to the man who has put her life in danger. He will have to break all the rules to see this crisis doesn't turn into a catastrophe.
So many lives at stake -- and they are all the pawns of one man, a solitary figure who lingers at the back of the crowd gathered outside the Greek embassy. What does he really want? A legendary object of immense power that lies hidden in the basement of the embassy. An object that he is willing to kill in order to obtain.
Embassy is a surprising and utterly original thriller that blends a dash of fantasy with page-turning suspense. High-quality, original video integrated with the text brings this story dramatically and spectacularly to life.
What's New in Version 1.1
3 videos and some typo are updated.
Customer Reviews
Great idea!
There are plenty of ebook apps out there - but of all I've tried, Vook is the only one that offers a fantastic multimedia experience. I travel a lot and have always taken my Kindle along for those lonely hotel nights, wishing I had something better and with richer content. And who doesnt ALWAYS have their iPhone at their side! This is my first vook app, but certainly not my last! Bring on more!
An interesting combinations
The book is well written with a plot that makes you want to read on. The introduction of the video on a specific scene brings some refreshing view to the book. It would be nice to have bookmark or even page number on it, perhaps in the next version or in the next book.
Pretty Cool App for Reading While On the Go
At first I wasn't really sure what to expect with a Vook for my iPhone. I had already started reading Embassy (which is great so far) online on Vook.com, but when I heard the iPhone apps were released, I figured I'd grab it so I could finish the story and not have to sit at my computer to do so. So far so good. I'm enjoying the ability to take it with me wherever I go.
I like that the text is easy to read, and pages are easy to flick through. Plus, the videos look awesome on the iPhones screen!
My only complaint is that I wish there was a bookmark feature. Or, if there is I haven't found it yet.
Looking forward to more Vooks!
- $4.99
- Category: Books
- Updated: Oct 24, 2009
- Current Version: 1.1
- 1.1 (iPhone OS 3.0 Tested)
- 86.0 MB
- Language: English
- Seller: vook
- © 2009 VOOK
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch. Requires iPhone OS 2.2.1 or later.
