Ryan skillfully lays the groundwork for the tense confrontation that builds steadily through the book; this is a well-handled crime thriller, with Chavez, Plumb, and a heroic dog quickly finding themselves facing powerful, sophisticated enemies. The action, particularly at the novel’s climax, is sharply done and will satisfy pretty much any thriller fan. But the narrative’s strongest element is perhaps its most surprising: Both men at the center of the story are struggling to find better versions of themselves, and they largely succeed with each other’s help.

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This is a first effort for the author and I think it exceeds expectations. The story is well written and takes the reader through a new type of mystery. Not your traditional Grisham, Ludlum, Child, Clancy, etc. A lot of twists and turns from meeting all of the main characters to and through saving the country and maybe the world. For those who like mystery and thrills with unexpired twists and turns I highly recommend The Incident at Terlingua. I can not wait for the next adventures for Jake, Indie, Sheriff Chavez.

This book has a bit of everything--a person who needs to rebuild his life, an interesting town with a myriad of fun characters, a great dog and a thriller of a plot. In other words, almost anyone can enjoy the read. I give it five stars and hope more books will follow.

Great mystery/thriller. A most unusual combination of characters. After I got about 3 chapters in, I was hooked, and could not put the book down until I finished it. I could not guess what was coming next. Full of excitement and action. The characters were very relatable, and brought to life in this book. A great read!

An easy, entertaining and suspenseful read that made me want to keep reading even when I really should be doing something else. The main characters had interesting quirks that made them likable in their own way, and a wry sense of humor woven into the story and dialogue had me laughing out loud at times.

The characters are well developed and realistic. Whether you love dogs or airplanes best, there is something for everyone. Sci-fi, western culture, and civil engineering all play a part. My wife and I both enjoyed reading it. In the end the engineer wins.

Part western, part mystery, and part detective story—seasoned with just a hint of science fiction—it draws you in with its rich blend of styles. The novel features complex, relatable characters who evolve and reinvent themselves as the plot unfolds, all brought to life through sharp, witty dialogue and a wry sense of humor. Action-packed and cinematic, it’s the kind of story that begs to be adapted for the big screen. Overall, a thoroughly entertaining and memorable read.