Brad Taylor – The Devil’s Ransom
I really liked the combination of insider threat, hacking, and man on the run. A complex and intriguing set of problems that Pike and Jennifer tackle the Task Force way!
Mark Greaney – Burner
Great to see Court and Zoya back together as they attempt to keep a man that has stolen records from a Swiss bank. Records that bad people and spy agencies alike do not want exposed.
Andrews & Wilson – Dempsey
An amazing intense and gritty story that has Dempsey playing the long game. He starts his infiltration via a Russian prison where he does what Dempsey does. Survive, make friends, and plans for the future. Once out the intensity and action jumps to another level, in Brian and Jeff style, to a very satisfying ending.
Jack Stewart – Unknown Rider – Debut Novel
Colt Bancroft must survive a dangerous game of spy-vs-spy, where trusting the wrong person could cost him his life. This is an excellent combination of state-of-the-art US Naval aviation and spying. Looking forward to the second book in the series.
TR Hendricks – The Instructor – Debut Novel
Derek Harrington, retired Marine Force Recon and SERE instructor is doing his best but it’s not enough. There’s a group that wants what he teaches, and the money will help. His instincts tell him there is something more going on. As he and a friend in the FBI close in on the group’s real intent, Derek goes from teaching to practicing as the students hunt him down.
Very Honorable Mention
Tess Gerritsen - The Spy Coast
John Adams – Second Term
Ama Adair – A New Game
Chris Hauty – Storm Rising
Eric Bishop – Ransomed Daughter
Still in my 2023 TBR
Steve Urszenyi – Perfect Shot
Don Bentley – Weapons Grade
I.S. Berry – The Peacock and the Sparrow