Red Arrows in Camera - Keith Wilson

So, I have recently been handed Red Arrows in Camera by the publishers of Haynes, and to be honest, I have been pleasantly surprised!

What makes an impact with you about this book is the stunning pictures. There is an allure with the Red Arrows that makes every man turn into that 8 year old boy who is awe inspired by planes. The sheer detail is breath taking especially with the shots in flight.

However, do not think that this is simply a picture book, there is plenty of history and in depth analysis of the planes, after all this is a Haynes inspired book!

I personally love the history, it brings you closer to the planes and a feeling of respect is stored up as you carry along the book, for the jets as well as the men who man them.

Keith Wilson, aviation photographer and journalist, gets an access all areas pass to the Red Arrows as well as the pilots and ground crew.

This is a pure dad book.

I highly recommend it to men who just have not quite grown up yet, and never will!

50p goes to the RAF Charity with every book sale which is a lovely touch.

Killing House - Chris Mooney & Black Banners - Ali H.Soufan

The Killing House – Chris Mooney
Imagine your son being kidnapped, you must not tell anyone and the only way for him to survive is to kill your partner. Protagonist, Malcolm Fletcher is a former FBI profiler, drafted in to investigate missing child cases with daunting circumstances. Thrilling from the word go. Mooney creates suspense in droves. The twists and turns are breath taking. Quite chilling and may not be for the squeamish but you could guess that from the title 4/5

The Black Banners – Ali H.Soufan
There are many books about September 11th; however this real life story is fascinating. Soufan is an agent for the FBI, who takes it upon himself to walk us through the motives of the most ruthless of terrorist organisations, Al Qaeda. Soufan exposes how the US could have prevented the attack. A gripping encounter of one mans tribulations, coming face to face with men willing to destroy human life while sacrificing their own. 5/5

Review from Sorted-Magazine Nov issue available from all WHSmith, Sainsburys stores , online download and app from sorted-magazine.com

Mark Anderson

Writer and Book Reviewer

The Face-to-Face Book and the 20th Century by DK

The Face-to-Face Book - Ed Keller and Brad Fay
Bored of being constantly told that we are moving into a faceless world of communication? Here is a fascinating look into that preconception. Keller and Fay reveal that less than 5% of all communication is through online social networks and that they have far less influence on day to day living. Are we being sold another gold rush? The Face-to-Face book gives the reader a rethink about the rhetoric of social media evangelists 3/5

20th Century – Richard Overy
Packed full of the most important events of the 20th Century. Overy goes to great depths to portray the moments that have shaped our world, from the incredible feats of engineering, to countless conflicts and much more. I have never been so engrossed in a book that arguably depicts man’s most incredible century. The photographs are beautifully captivating and give a sense of awe, wonder and pride as well as shame. Great gift for dads 5/5

Review from Sorted-Magazine Nov issue available from all WHSmith, Sainsburys stores , online download and app from sorted-magazine.com

Mark Anderson

Writer and Book Reviewer

Concrete Faith – Matt Wilson and The Fear Index – Robert Harris

Concrete Faith – Matt Wilson

Starting a church plant is daunting; there are so many twists, turns, ups and downs. Take the Eden Network highlighted in this book, 15 years and going strong. Concrete Faith takes us on a journey spreading the gospel in an urban context, emphasising struggles and rewards. Less hyper-spirituality, more hands on healing communities from Manchester to London. They will say “This land that was laid waste has become like the Garden of Eden.” Ezekiel 36:35. 4/5


The Fear Index – Robert Harris

Fear drives us to desperate places. Main character Dr Alex Hoffman makes his fortune working with a successful financial algorism which follows geo-political events of the world to make predictions on the markets. Author Harris, does well to make the reader sympathise with a billionaire as the main character. “The Fear Index”, lends itself to surprise, murder and intrigue. Unquestionably a page turner but will split opinion. More topically fashionable than timeless classic. 3/5

Reviews from my book review column in Sorted Magazine available online, WHS and Sainsburys.

Mark Anderson