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  • A Frequent Peal of Bells

    Vinci Books Ltd. A Frequent Peal of Bells

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    a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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  • Exit Wounds

    Vinci Books Exit Wounds

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  • Dead Matters

    Vinci Books Dead Matters

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  • Dead Cool

    Vinci Books Dead Cool

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  • Sudden Death

    Vinci Books Sudden Death

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    Book SynopsisSome love stories end in death. A young man frozen in his armchair. Mysterious love letters that promise forever. A body abandoned on cold streets. And one woman who connects them all. When Sophie Carter finds her flatmate dead, it's just the beginning of her nightmare. As more victims surface, the evidence points to Sophie, and she realizes someone is methodically destroying her life. Detective Inspector Miranda Murphy knows coincidences can be deadly. But as she digs deeper, she uncovers a pattern more disturbing than random kills - these deaths tell a story, and Sophie Carter might be its final chapter. In a case where love and death walk hand in hand, can Murphy separate the innocent from the obsessed before another body drops?Sudden Deathis a haunting Eva McLean British crime thriller that proves the deadliest connections are the ones we never see coming. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the Detective Miranda Murphy Series:? ? ? ? ? I hope there are at least 20 more in this series. ? ? ? ? ? Love Murphy and Wilcox!. ? ? ? ? ? Top notch storytelling and characters? ? ? ? ? Love 'British' Detective Murphy? ? ? ? ? Twisty

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  • Dead Drop

    Vinci Books Dead Drop

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  • The Boathouse Killer

    Vinci Books The Boathouse Killer

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    Book SynopsisDISCOVER THIS SPELLBINDING SERIES OF COZY MYSTERIES SET IN THE SWEEPING LANDSCAPE OF NORFOLK. Successful businessman, Geoff Singleton, is found dead in the cabin of his cruiser on the Norfolk Broads.His wife's ex-partner suddenly appears, and a secret which someone does not want exposed merge into a countdown to catastrophe. When the body of a respected young entrepreneur is discovered, sat bolt upright with unseeing eyes, Detective Inspector Riley concludes its a heart attack. Ant and Lyn are suspicious, why would a fit man suddenly die?The deeper they dig, the more the inconsistencies mount.Convinced the police are wrong, the pair have just days to identify the killer - before DI Riley turns on them with the threat of arrest for perverting the course of justice.Will the killer be exposed? or will their evil scheming pay off?Set in the evocative landscape of Norfolk, this baffling cozy murder mystery, with its thread of humour and hint of romance between our two lead characters,will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. The Boathouse Killer is the third book in the Norfolk Cozy Mystery series that features fast-paced action, surprising plot twists and compelling characters. If you like the Faith Martin, Joy Ellis or Betty Rowland's Mysteries, then you'll love Keith Finney's Norfolk Cozy Mystery thrillers. Pick up The Boathouse Killer to discover this exciting series today!The original version of this book was first published under the pen name, Nigel Lockwood.

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  • Failure Drill

    Vinci Books Failure Drill

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    Book SynopsisJohn Phault has the quiet life he wants, investigating infidelity and insurance fraud...until a missing person case, plunges him into a deadly conspiracy. As the former DEA agent delves into the case of a missing honor student, he finds more questions than answers. Why would a promising young man arm himself heavily and vanish without a trace?As Phault races to unravel the mystery, he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets and lies and a serious threat to his own life. A gripping thriller in which a seasoned investigator must risk everything to uncover the truth and stay alive long enough to expose a sinister plot. ____________________________________________________________________What readers said about James Tarr's Conspiracy Thrillers????? Another winner from James Tarr????? I would have read it in one sitting except real life kept getting in the way. ????? Fast paced. Nothing predictable about the next plot twists. ????? I'm off to read the next in the series. Tarr has a unique mind and his stories are very entertaining.

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  • The Assassins List

    Vinci Books The Assassins List

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  • Special Counsel

    Vinci Books Special Counsel

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  • Coverup

    Vinci Books Coverup

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    Book SynopsisA dark secret lurks within the U.S. intelligence community, and those involved will stop at nothing to keep it buried. Adam Drake, convinced he knows the truth behind the coverup, is determined to expose the treachery that has cost countless lives, including that of a trusted FBI agent. As he unravels the threads of deceit, Drake discovers that someone in the government aided and abetted domestic terrorists to further their own political agenda during the previous summer's anarchist violence. When Drake becomes the target of an MS-13 ambush orchestrated by the betrayers, he decides it's time to take the fight directly to the Deep State. With danger lurking around every corner and powerful enemies closing in, Drake must risk everything to expose the truth and bring those responsible to justice. A fast-paced, action-packed thriller with a plot that could be tomorrow's headline. _____________________________________________________Praise for the Adam Drake series5.0 out of 5 stars Nonstop action!5.0 out of 5 stars Just What I Needed This Week5.0 out of 5 stars This will make you think about the future of America. 5.0 out of 5 stars A Chilling and Realistic Story5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Political/Terrorist Thriller5.0 out of 5 stars A Series Born to Be Read

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  • False Target

    Vinci Books False Target

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  • The Scole Confession

    Vinci Books The Scole Confession

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  • The Felsham Affair

    Vinci Books The Felsham Affair

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  • The Moving Stone

    Vinci Books The Moving Stone

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  • The Maleficent Maid

    Vinci Books The Maleficent Maid

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  • The Disappearing Doctor

    Vinci Books The Disappearing Doctor

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  • The Camden Killer

    Vinci Books The Camden Killer

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  • On the Money

    Vinci Books On the Money

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    Book SynopsisJustice is coming, no matter the cost. When someone he has sworn to protect dies in an apparent accident, Ryan Kaine knows better. Going undercover, he draws the attention of a drugs gang and their ruthless, faceless leader. But when violence erupts, Kaine won't back down-he's ready to take them on and deliver justice for the victim's family.

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  • On the Lookout

    Vinci Books On the Lookout

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    Book SynopsisStaying hidden is not an optionIn an age of facial recognition and constant electronic surveillance, Ryan Kaine is struggling to stay ahead of global security agencies. Then a child needs help and Kaine's team are the only people standing between him and a gang of violent thieves. But while Kaine looks out for others, who's looking out for him?

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  • On The Brink

    Vinci Books On The Brink

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  • On The Offensive

    Vinci Books On The Offensive

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    Book SynopsisA kidnapped daughter, a desperate husband and a team of ruthless killers. Ryan Kaine and his team have a deadly enemy to confront. Even Kaine is shocked by his merciless new foes. After months on the run, with government agencies still on his trail, Kaine needs to find a way to save the girl and somehow walk away alive. But this is not to be Kaine's day. Ryan Kaine is back in the breath-taking thriller On The Offensive. ________________________________________________________________The Ryan Kaine series has attracted more than FIVE THOUSAND five-star reviews. **** Better than Jack Reacher***** A modern Bond without the class and pomp***** Brilliant story lines, you just have to keep on turning the pages***** Brilliant read which steams along at a cracking pace, with relentless action.

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  • Deadly Pattern

    Vinci Books Deadly Pattern

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  • Vinci Books The Croydon Enigma

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  • Primal Nemesis

    Vinci Books Primal Nemesis

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  • Primal Redemption

    Vinci Books Primal Redemption

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  • Primal Renegade

    Vinci Books Primal Renegade

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  • Primal Deception

    Vinci Books Primal Deception

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  • Bitter Fruit Beneath

    Vinci Books Bitter Fruit Beneath

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    Book SynopsisCan she uncover the truth before it buries her?Eden Gray, a disillusioned lawyer, leaves the city behind to start her own law firm in her beloved Cornwall. However, her plans for a fresh start are derailed when she is coerced into defending Rowan Lutey, a teenage surrogate accused of burying a baby in an ancient witch pit.As archaeologists uncover the site's dark past, the Lutey family is thrust into the spotlight, facing a relentless media frenzy and personal attacks fueled by fear and superstition. Eden, abandoned as an infant herself, must confront her own buried feelings about her birth mother as she delves deeper into the case. As she risks her life to unravel the mystery and protect others from a manipulative and deranged killer, she discovers the truth about her client, her own abandonment, and an inner strength she never imagined she possessed. InThe Bitter Fruit Beneath, Julie Evans weaves a tale of secrets, strength, and redemption for fans of the series and newcomers alike. ______________________________________Praise forThe Bitter Fruit Beneath:? ? ? ? ? Totally captivating from beginning to end. ? ? ? ? ? I couldn't put this book down. A well-crafted story that had good pace, lots of surprising twists, and well-connected links. ? ? ? ? ? Julie Evans at her best. ? ? ? ? ? Such a great story, full of twists and turns, great characters, a great plot, and it moves along at pace. ? ? ? ? ? Brilliant read.

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  • The Poison Promise

    Vinci Books The Poison Promise

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  • The Spy

    Vinci Books The Spy

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    Book SynopsisLady Alexis knows only the pampered life of an elite debutant. That soon changes when she is forced to run away from her posh existence. Accidentally boarding the wrong ship, she is stranded in the French smuggling port of Gravelines. Unable to go back, she naively stows away in the wagons of a merchant bound for Paris. But England is at war with France, Napoleon rages on the continent, and Alexis finds herself facing even deadlier peril. Aran Forsythe is an English spy, playing the decadent rake in Paris. When he finds the beautiful Alexis in his cargo, he reluctantly becomes her protector. But the notorious spymaster Joseph Fouche has him under surveillance, and his pretense in Paris has begun to crumble. To avoid Fouche's clutches, Alexis must play the part of Aran's mistress and play it well. Inevitably the lines between reality and the role of lovers begin to blur, and their passion for each other ignites. When the maniacal General de Sole decides he must have Alexis, and nothing, even murder, will stand in his way, the game becomes doubly dangerous. Alexiss coming of age is a journey that takes her from innocent girl to heroic woman, in a battle to save herself and the man she loves...The Spy.

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  • Hardcover Homicide

    Vinci Books Hardcover Homicide

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    Book SynopsisNail guns have always terrified Harvey Beckett, and now she knows why. Harvey loves sharing the parking lot of her bookstore with the hardware store across the way, but when an unruly customer is killed in the lot one night, she begins to wonder if the men who own the store are responsible. A few inquiries and a bit of spying later, and Harvey and her best friend find themselves with nowhere to run. Will the killer be caught before the two women are silenced forever?

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  • The Washington Prophecy

    Vinci Books The Washington Prophecy

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    Book SynopsisUnraveling a conspiracy that could destroy nations. A deadly race against time begins when archeologist Nick Randall and his son John uncover a centuries-old conspiracy involving America's Founding Fathers. Their discovery of a mysterious relic tied to the fight for independence attracts the attention of Vasily Aminov, a mercenary seeking to unleash chaos on Western Civilization. As Aminov closes in, the Randalls battle to protect the relic and prevent a catastrophic global conflict. With the fate of the free world at stake, they embark on a high-stakes adventure to outsmart their adversary and unravel the shocking truth behind the Washington Prophecy. This gripping thriller takes readers on a heart-pounding journey through history and intrigue, where the line between patriotism and treachery blurs, and the consequences of failure are unimaginable. __________________________________________________Praise for the Nick Randall series:5.0 out of 5 Stars Excellent jungle action-adventure that grips you from the first page. 5.0 out of 5 Stars A real thriller5.0 out of 5 Stars Indiana Jones With Several Twists5.0 out of 5 Stars Fantastic Story5.0 out of 5 Stars This is such an exciting book!

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  • Justice Delayed

    Vinci Books Justice Delayed

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    Book SynopsisVengeance Served ColdFramed. Imprisoned. Now free and out for blood. Avery Collins spent seven years behind bars for a murder she didn't commit. Now she's hell-bent on exposing the truth and making her enemies pay. With her best friend and relentless PI Regina Baldwin at her side, Avery peels back layers of corruption reaching to the highest levels of power. As they dig deeper, a sinister web of greed, deceit, and murder unravels revealing the shocking truth behind Becky Whitfield's death. Armed with damning evidence, Avery transforms from victim to vigilante. One by one, she hunts down those who stole her freedom, serving ice-cold revenge to the powerful elite who thought themselves untouchable. In this pulse-pounding legal thriller by Rachel Sinclair, an innocent pawn becomes a ruthless predator. Justice Delayed, the explosive second installment in the Southern California Legal Thrillers series, is a high-stakes game of cat and mouse that will leave you breathless until the final page. The hunt is on. And Avery never misses her prey. ________________________________________________________________Praise for the Southern California Legal Thriller Series:? ? ? ? ? I loved this book very much? ? ? ? ? This has all the suspense and thrills that I enjoy. ? ? ? ? ? Strong women and great lawyers clash with the truth. ? ? ? ? ? Recommend it if you like legal thrillers? ? ? ? ? This is the 2nd in this series and I am hoping for more!!? ? ? ? ? First rate courtroom thriller with all the background? ? ? ? ? This book satisfies all who have ever felt wronged.

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  • The Trial

    Vinci Books The Trial

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  • One Last Bullet

    Vinci Books One Last Bullet

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    Book SynopsisA lethal assassin seeks peace, but first, he must confront the ghosts of his past and the man who shattered his world. Adrian Hell, a hitman haunted by tragedy, believes his time in the underworld is coming to an end. But before he can find solace, he must embark on a bloody crusade against Wilson Trenta powerful crime boss responsible for the deaths of Adrian's wife and daughter. With his loyal friend, Josh Winters, by his side, Adrian tears through the criminal underworld, dismantling Trent's empire piece by piece. But as his quest for vengeance takes him to darker places, Josh begins to question whether Adrian truly seeks closure or if he's lost himself to the abyss of his own pain. In this gritty tale paying homage to Kill Bill and John Wick, international bestseller James P. Sumner explores the depths of one man's anguish and the lengths he'll go to for justice. Can Adrian find peace after exacting revenge, or will his pursuit of retribution consume him, leaving only ashes in its wake?_____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Organized Crime, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars - Hell -- ohhh! Non-stop action infused with sarcastic humor and a gloriously unrepentant hero-killer made this a terrific read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Oh, this book was SO MUCH FUN!!5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

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  • Deadly Intent

    Vinci Books Deadly Intent

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    Book SynopsisHe found peace. He found happiness. Now he must find the truth. An unseen enemy is pushing the world to the brink of war. The greatest threat we have ever known just landed on the wrong doorstep. For two years, Adrian Hell has enjoyed his retirement. But one night, three strangers walk into his life and set in motion a chain of events that will shatter the life he fought so hard to build. Faces from his past and doubts about his future compel Adrian to pick up his weapons once more. To do what he does best. But when he finds himself in the middle of a large-scale conspiracy that threatens everyone's freedom, he realizes his will to do the right thing might not be enoughAn intense, gripping, intelligent storyline, filled with compelling characters and unforgettable action. Perfect for fans of Dan Brown and Lee Child. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

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  • A Necessary Kill

    Vinci Books A Necessary Kill

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    Book Synopsis_____________________________________________________________The #1 international bestselling thriller from James P. Sumner. _____________________________________________________________An impossible target. A necessary kill. Adrian Hell has nothing to lose and a cause worth dying for. The explosive events in Deadly Intent changed the world forever. Now, Adrian is separated from his allies and on the run, hunted by the U.S. government, who believe he was responsible for a devastating terrorist attack. But only he knows the truth. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

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  • Thicker Than Blood

    Vinci Books Thicker Than Blood

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    Book SynopsisWater runs deep. Blood runs deeper. Faced with a target he cannot kill, Adrian Hell must fight for his life against the people who once saved it. They made it personal. Now he will make them pay. Reunited with allies under the most difficult of circumstances, Adrian is hunted by the full might of a shadowy organization determined to change the world as we know it. His past holds the key to stopping them, but will he survive long enough to fire the most important bullet of his life?_____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Espionage, Politics, Terrorism, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

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  • Blowback

    Vinci Books Blowback

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    Book SynopsisYou can't outrun your past unless you bury it for good. A twist of fate puts Adrian Hell in the crosshairs of the Yakuza. Pushed beyond his limits, he will unleash a side of himself no one has seen before. Two years on from the heart-breaking events in Thicker Than Blood, Adrian has semi-retired in Tokyo. He takes low-level contracts to keep boredom at bay. He's found an unlikely love and an uneasy peace. But a ghost from his past is lurking in the shadows, looking to destroy everything he's worked for. Vengeance makes a powerful enemy. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Mystery, Organized Crime, Revenge, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

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  • Become Death

    Vinci Books Become Death

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    Book SynopsisHis greatest challenge. His final fight. Everything Adrian Hell knew was a lie. Now, he must discover the truth before it's too late. In the aftermath of Critical Strike, Adrian's world was shattered when he came face-to-face with someone he had long thought dead. The revelation destroyed all sense of his identity. Turning his back on his friends, his loved ones, and even himself, he alone must confront a disturbing truth that will change his life forever. The stunning conclusion to the award winning Adrian Hell series. _____________________________________________________GENRE: Action ThrillerKEY THEMES: Assassins, Conspiracy, Private Military, Vigilante Justice_____________________________________________________Praise for the Adrian Hell series5.0 out of 5 stars I'm hooked!5.0 out of 5 stars - Can't say edge of my seat; more like edge of a nonstop blockbuster! Fantastic read! With more twists and turns than a Fall Corn Maze. A definite MUST read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Folks, it doesn't get any better than this. (I wish I could give it more stars.)5.0 out of 5 stars - From the first page it was one of the best nooks I've ever read. 5.0 out of 5 stars - Fast paced and ferocious. Hell rocks! I absolutely loved this book.

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  • Second Life

    Vinci Books Second Life

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  • Open Chains

    Vinci Books Open Chains

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  • Run Time

    Vinci Books Run Time

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  • Defender

    Vinci Books Defender

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  • Hunter

    Vinci Books Hunter

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  • Avenger

    Vinci Books Avenger

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  • Helldiver

    Vinci Books Helldiver

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