Into the Fire

                                Chameleon by Remi Adeleke is Book One in A Black Box Thriller. 

First off, prepare yourself for a bona fide thriller. The Black Box arm of the CIA of course doesn't exist except when crucial permission is needed to do life-saving/country-saving things that are so far "above the paygrades" of everyone involved because of new intel that no one expected.

When that new intel involves someone from Kali Kent's past, his own critical decision requires him to do the unthinkable. 

The operatives in Black Box are all "chameleons" depending on who is the best fit for the job. Their talents are unsurpassed with the courage and unlimited determination to match, knowing that each mission might be their last. One female is in their group.

We meet Kali Kent and his boss in the first mission of the story. The tension begins hot and stays that way except for the flashbacks to Kali's childhood which are most likely very similar to or derived from author Remi Adeleke's past. From that mission, the jobs for Black Box personnel only accelerate. And not all of them are able to return to ship.

Interesting portrayal of the POTUS reminding me of a cross between certain incompetent presidents. And the Afghanistan portrayal/betrayal is ugly but superbly inserted.

Remi Adeleke is one fine writer. His metaphors and imagery are near perfect, work exceptionally well, and establish his writing chops. His grasp of tension, and his ability to write scenes that make the heart pound, the pages turn quickly, and the need to stop to take a breath(!) is outstanding. It's no surprise that his experiences show up in his writing, but the character establishment is also done well because these exceptional operators always have to conceal emotions and keep the personal to a minimum. Occasionally, he reverts to omnipresent POV (point of view) which, I think, is appropriate where it's done. As you can tell, I'm very impressed with this debut novel and hope to see many more/a series. This story ended with a mild cliffhanger so I'll be anxious to see what follows.   

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for thriller readers. Profanity is kept to a minimum.

Father, please bless Remi Adeleke and continue to shine your face upon him. Go before him, make his paths straight, and instruct him as he goes. Please give him more stories just for him to tell, direct, act, and/or produce. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.