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John Milton #7
Headhunters
Bury your enemies, and bury them deep.
John Milton thought he was done with Avi Bachman. The most dangerous man he's ever known has been incarcerated in Angola, the brutal Louisiana prison. Inmates rarely leave Angola. Once you go in, the only way out is in a box.
But Bachman is no ordinary prisoner. He was an assassin for the Mossad, and he has favours to call in.
Milton is in the Australian outback with an old friend and his flirtatious kid sister, looking for a summer’s peace to put his troubled mind to rest. But Bachman has other plans. He thinks that Milton killed his wife, and now he wants revenge.
From Australia to Israel, from Hong Kong to Croatia, here is the conclusion of this brutal chapter in Milton’s life. The two headhunters are on a collision course, and only one of them will walk away.
Mark Dawson is the new master of the page-turning thriller and more than 350,000 copies of the Milton series have been downloaded since it was first published. Don’t start this book in bed - you will lose sleep.
John Milton thought he was done with Avi Bachman. The most dangerous man he's ever known has been incarcerated in Angola, the brutal Louisiana prison. Inmates rarely leave Angola. Once you go in, the only way out is in a box.
But Bachman is no ordinary prisoner. He was an assassin for the Mossad, and he has favours to call in.
Milton is in the Australian outback with an old friend and his flirtatious kid sister, looking for a summer’s peace to put his troubled mind to rest. But Bachman has other plans. He thinks that Milton killed his wife, and now he wants revenge.
From Australia to Israel, from Hong Kong to Croatia, here is the conclusion of this brutal chapter in Milton’s life. The two headhunters are on a collision course, and only one of them will walk away.
Mark Dawson is the new master of the page-turning thriller and more than 350,000 copies of the Milton series have been downloaded since it was first published. Don’t start this book in bed - you will lose sleep.
484 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 11, 2015
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Mark Dawson was born in Lowestoft and grew up in Manchester and Chicago. He has worked as a lawyer and currently works in the London film industry. His first books, "The Art of Falling Apart" and "Subpoena Colada" have been published in multiple languages.
He is currently writing two series. Soho Noir is set in the West End of London between 1940 and 1970. The first book in the series, "The Black Mile", deals with the (real life but little known) serial killer who operated in the area during the Blitz. "The Imposter" traces the journey of a criminal family (think The Sopranos in austerity London and you'd be on the right track).
The John Milton series features a disgruntled special agent who aims to help people to make amends for the terrible things that he has done. Mark, as a child of the 80s, will freely admit that he watched a lot of The Equalizer in his youth.
Mark lives in Wiltshire with his family.
You can find him at www.markjdawson.com or www.facebook.com/markdawsonauthor.
http://eepurl.com/Cai5X
Mark Dawson was born in Lowestoft and grew up in Manchester and Chicago. He has worked as a lawyer and currently works in the London film industry. His first books, "The Art of Falling Apart" and "Subpoena Colada" have been published in multiple languages.
He is currently writing two series. Soho Noir is set in the West End of London between 1940 and 1970. The first book in the series, "The Black Mile", deals with the (real life but little known) serial killer who operated in the area during the Blitz. "The Imposter" traces the journey of a criminal family (think The Sopranos in austerity London and you'd be on the right track).
The John Milton series features a disgruntled special agent who aims to help people to make amends for the terrible things that he has done. Mark, as a child of the 80s, will freely admit that he watched a lot of The Equalizer in his youth.
Mark lives in Wiltshire with his family.
You can find him at www.markjdawson.com or www.facebook.com/markdawsonauthor.
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March 7, 2023
*Unfinished Business*
**4.5 Stars**
Well after the thrilling drama of the previous book ‘Salvation Row’ where Milton met his nemesis and one of the most dangerous men he has come up against Avi Bachman. They have a score to settle.
Bachman a Mossad Assassin is the best they have ever had, he has been in hiding for 10 years from Mossad assumed dead, he now finds himself in a pickle of Milton’s making and he has sensitive information that Mossad do not want in the public domain.
In the meantime Milton is in the Australian outback not listening to the news and when things turn grim he is up against it. Bachman knows he outmatches Milton but what will the outcome be? As it will literally mean that Milton will be fighting for his life.
Milton also has to evade the Sayanim - these are volunteers who work for the
Israeli national intelligence agency. The Mossad. The agency has men and women across the world, local assets that remain in deep cover until there is a need for them and they were activated.
Mossad field agents, or katsas, needed support as they prepared for operations in foreign countries. The Sayanim provided it.
They appear in any field be it lawyers, doctors, car salesmen etc. no one would ever know who they are, with this in mind Milton has his hands full. There is so much more to the story, including Ziggy a expert hacker with no common sense and Matilda the sister of Milton’s friend in Australia. Definitely not a bedtime read. I purposely started 2 different books but still this one worked it’s way into my thoughts….
**4.5 Stars**
Well after the thrilling drama of the previous book ‘Salvation Row’ where Milton met his nemesis and one of the most dangerous men he has come up against Avi Bachman. They have a score to settle.
Bachman a Mossad Assassin is the best they have ever had, he has been in hiding for 10 years from Mossad assumed dead, he now finds himself in a pickle of Milton’s making and he has sensitive information that Mossad do not want in the public domain.
In the meantime Milton is in the Australian outback not listening to the news and when things turn grim he is up against it. Bachman knows he outmatches Milton but what will the outcome be? As it will literally mean that Milton will be fighting for his life.
Milton also has to evade the Sayanim - these are volunteers who work for the
Israeli national intelligence agency. The Mossad. The agency has men and women across the world, local assets that remain in deep cover until there is a need for them and they were activated.
Mossad field agents, or katsas, needed support as they prepared for operations in foreign countries. The Sayanim provided it.
They appear in any field be it lawyers, doctors, car salesmen etc. no one would ever know who they are, with this in mind Milton has his hands full. There is so much more to the story, including Ziggy a expert hacker with no common sense and Matilda the sister of Milton’s friend in Australia. Definitely not a bedtime read. I purposely started 2 different books but still this one worked it’s way into my thoughts….
November 13, 2022
What will happen became more and more predictable, I'm kinda missing the suspense. I pretty much can listen to the audiobook while doing something else and didn't have a feeling I missed something.
Still find the series entertaining, though. And will continue the series.
Still find the series entertaining, though. And will continue the series.
September 3, 2015
Headhunters (book 7 in the John Milton series) is an excellent follow up to Salvation Row. We learn that Milton's nemesis, Avi Bachman is now incarcerated in the maximum security Louisiana State Penitentiary, but even from there he can call in assistance in a bid to break out. He still feels that he has unfinished business with Milton, those who have read Salvation Row will understand what I mean.
Meanwhile, Milton himself has left America, and ends up helping an old friend in Australia. Not in the way you might imagine, he is shearing sheep. It wouldn't be a Mark Dawson book if there were not plenty of action, and the reader will not be disappointed.
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series, and I am slightly disappointed that this is the last book ............. or is it?
Meanwhile, Milton himself has left America, and ends up helping an old friend in Australia. Not in the way you might imagine, he is shearing sheep. It wouldn't be a Mark Dawson book if there were not plenty of action, and the reader will not be disappointed.
I have thoroughly enjoyed this series, and I am slightly disappointed that this is the last book ............. or is it?
October 30, 2019
Having convinced himself that Milton killed his wife, former Mossad operative Avi Bachmann has gotten himself broken out of prison and is hellbent on revenge. Blackmailing his former employers into providing assistance, he's tracked Milton to Australia and doesn't care whether an innocent bystander might get caught up in his thirst for vengeance.
Eh, this one was pretty much that overblown "two super Alpha killers facing off" climax from the previous book repeated and stretched out into an entire novel. While I liked that we finally got some more international settings again, and having Ziggy, who was a fun character in the previous book as well, back in the mix made things more entertaining, I still felt this one was too longwinded and Avi two one-dimensional a character to make for a truly interesting adversary.
Eh, this one was pretty much that overblown "two super Alpha killers facing off" climax from the previous book repeated and stretched out into an entire novel. While I liked that we finally got some more international settings again, and having Ziggy, who was a fun character in the previous book as well, back in the mix made things more entertaining, I still felt this one was too longwinded and Avi two one-dimensional a character to make for a truly interesting adversary.
August 14, 2015
This is a departure from Dawson's usual Milton novels. It centers on several secondary characters from Salvation Row as well as Milton. And when I state 'departure' I write this in a good way.
Too many authors of long running series tend to make their protagonist too predictable and boring. To Dawson's credit, he is doing everything he can to avoid this. Kudos.
For those new to the series, reading Salvation Row is pretty much a 'must'. And, as Salvation Row was a hell of a story, that is a good thing for potential storyline followers.
Too many authors of long running series tend to make their protagonist too predictable and boring. To Dawson's credit, he is doing everything he can to avoid this. Kudos.
For those new to the series, reading Salvation Row is pretty much a 'must'. And, as Salvation Row was a hell of a story, that is a good thing for potential storyline followers.
October 25, 2021
Milton ain't Court Gentry or Jack Reacher but a badass just the same. He is somewhat vulnerable and very compassionate which makes him more real than some. That trait is appealing to me, no super-hero, but a good guy who is trying to make the world a better place. Of course, he is an international assassin, but hey, nobody's perfect, right?
April 3, 2016
I wont give you spoilers friends I would rather just urge all you thriller suspense lovers to read this trilogy it is right up there with Mark Dawson has well and truly found his place with the best thriller Authors today I will give this book 5 stars Its beyond me how a writer can maintain a level of taught high suspense in a story. I am just going to start on John Milton 8# and there is anther sequel coming the Author told me so and we have more sequels to some other thrilling trilogies we have enjoyed. Mark Dawson has a very interesting series of new offering in the next few months.
so i urge you i you want to read any of these trilogies go back to No1 in each case
just about to put my head into the next one happy reading
so i urge you i you want to read any of these trilogies go back to No1 in each case
just about to put my head into the next one happy reading
March 31, 2024
I think in this was probably the weakest book of the series so far.
The country hopping with no passport. The bank robbery. The REALLY annoying woman who never does what she’s bloody told.
I found the whole thing incredibly unbelievable, which for a series that I started to enjoy because I could believe it COULD happen, is really disappointing.
The country hopping with no passport. The bank robbery. The REALLY annoying woman who never does what she’s bloody told.
I found the whole thing incredibly unbelievable, which for a series that I started to enjoy because I could believe it COULD happen, is really disappointing.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 28, 2022
Milton meets his match when an old rival wants revenge.
Shaw takes the reader from country to
Country with detailed action.
Shaw takes the reader from country to
Country with detailed action.
November 17, 2016
Each book has opened with scenes that pull you right in and carrying any reader making it hard to get any sleep or anything else done! This one is no exception!
Great Britain, United States, Israel, and who knows how many more countries have them . . . if your talking assassins. They have a long reach, unlimited resources. John Milton left Louisiana, after being nearly beaten to death. When he left, his attacker was locked up in prison awaiting trial for murder. What John didn't know was going to hurt him! The prisoner used material he possessed to blackmail his former country of Israel to obtain his release. That long reach brought John and his attacker right back together again. From the dry sheep stations of Australia, to the borders of Croatia, one pursued the other!
Every book in this series has been as exciting as the biggest, most thrilling and suspenseful, roller coaster ride! The anticipation builds and builds to scenes playing out right before your eyes in vivid detail and realism -- be a witness to the deeds of John Milton!
Great Britain, United States, Israel, and who knows how many more countries have them . . . if your talking assassins. They have a long reach, unlimited resources. John Milton left Louisiana, after being nearly beaten to death. When he left, his attacker was locked up in prison awaiting trial for murder. What John didn't know was going to hurt him! The prisoner used material he possessed to blackmail his former country of Israel to obtain his release. That long reach brought John and his attacker right back together again. From the dry sheep stations of Australia, to the borders of Croatia, one pursued the other!
Every book in this series has been as exciting as the biggest, most thrilling and suspenseful, roller coaster ride! The anticipation builds and builds to scenes playing out right before your eyes in vivid detail and realism -- be a witness to the deeds of John Milton!
December 20, 2020
MAYBE SPOILERS...
At about 80 or 85% I was tempted to stop reading this book. Unfortunately, I couldn't throw my iPad when the author did something stupid and when John Milton, an assassin and all around killer, told Ziggy and Matty to leave town because he was going to meet the insane killer and he wanted them safely out of town. Well, guess what? Matty wasn't going to leave she was going after John, in case she could help him. OMG, how could the author have written something soooo stupid. AND you know Ziggy wouldn't let her go alone, and so they got caught by the insane bad guy, at which point I wished both of them would have been killed. This book lost 2 stars because of that stupidity.
No romance and the F-bomb was used 27 times.
As for the narration: Always a good job by David Thorpe.
At about 80 or 85% I was tempted to stop reading this book. Unfortunately, I couldn't throw my iPad when the author did something stupid and when John Milton, an assassin and all around killer, told Ziggy and Matty to leave town because he was going to meet the insane killer and he wanted them safely out of town. Well, guess what? Matty wasn't going to leave she was going after John, in case she could help him. OMG, how could the author have written something soooo stupid. AND you know Ziggy wouldn't let her go alone, and so they got caught by the insane bad guy, at which point I wished both of them would have been killed. This book lost 2 stars because of that stupidity.
No romance and the F-bomb was used 27 times.
As for the narration: Always a good job by David Thorpe.
February 5, 2019
Great follow on to the series
In this seventh book, John Milton is off to yet another part of the world, Australia. A violent, powerful man from the events in New Orleans has reappeared and is intent on finding and killing our hero. I like the vivid descriptions of place and people. The sheep farm in the outback, the train, the local bars - all of these are part of the fabric of the story line.
These books are not great literature but they are great fun. In a gray, cold, long winter, I’m enjoying getting away to John’s world.
In this seventh book, John Milton is off to yet another part of the world, Australia. A violent, powerful man from the events in New Orleans has reappeared and is intent on finding and killing our hero. I like the vivid descriptions of place and people. The sheep farm in the outback, the train, the local bars - all of these are part of the fabric of the story line.
These books are not great literature but they are great fun. In a gray, cold, long winter, I’m enjoying getting away to John’s world.
August 21, 2018
First book I did not enjoy. Matilda and Ziggy going back to "Help" Milton was a Jump the shark moment. Killed the whole book for me.
April 13, 2021
Once again, we start with a flashback, but this time we get the backstory of Avi Bachman, the man who almost killed our anti-hero in the last outing, Salvation Row. We learn how Avi faked his own death (not a spoiler), and how he plans to get out of Angola, the brutal Louisiana prison that he sent to after Milton managed to survive their previous savage encounter. Salvation Row made clear that Bachman would be getting out, and Milton would be his target.
Milton is visiting a friend in Australia, avoiding the world and becoming a sheep-shearing master. However, Bachman ruins Milton’s plans and when he and his friend’s sister are kidnapped, he realises that it can only be one man. Meanwhile, Milton’s hacker friend Ziggy Penn is managing to get himself tied up with the yakuza in Tokyo. Bachman arrives in Australia and he has significant help from an unexpected source, but Milton manages to elude his team and he is on the run, first helping Ziggy out in Tokyo, then heading to Europe to visit Bachman’s homeland, and then Croatia to meet what might be Bachman’s only friend.
As ever, the locations are well defined – I wonder if Dawson uses his plots as an excuse the travel (excellent planning!) so he can capture the feel of the outback in Australia and the hustle and bustle of downtown Tokyo. We learn little new about Milton in this episode, but that’s fine – it’s a good read, and the final confrontation is nicely wrapped up. Book 8 awaits.
Milton is visiting a friend in Australia, avoiding the world and becoming a sheep-shearing master. However, Bachman ruins Milton’s plans and when he and his friend’s sister are kidnapped, he realises that it can only be one man. Meanwhile, Milton’s hacker friend Ziggy Penn is managing to get himself tied up with the yakuza in Tokyo. Bachman arrives in Australia and he has significant help from an unexpected source, but Milton manages to elude his team and he is on the run, first helping Ziggy out in Tokyo, then heading to Europe to visit Bachman’s homeland, and then Croatia to meet what might be Bachman’s only friend.
As ever, the locations are well defined – I wonder if Dawson uses his plots as an excuse the travel (excellent planning!) so he can capture the feel of the outback in Australia and the hustle and bustle of downtown Tokyo. We learn little new about Milton in this episode, but that’s fine – it’s a good read, and the final confrontation is nicely wrapped up. Book 8 awaits.
July 7, 2021
I have read the previous six installments in the John Milton series and, sadly, this one is my least favorite. I have a pretty low threshold for entertainment in book form; so, for the most part, I still enjoyed reading it. Compared to its predecessors, it was simply less believable in a few areas. Ziggy was made out to be a hapless and half-witted tech genius, which made little sense given the hugely important and serious reliance Milton placed on him. Secondly, I like it better when my heroes prevail, even against the most heinous and dangerous bad guys, but Milton was really bested by Avi Bachman twice and only managed to take him out, in the third and final bout, by putting himself in a near-death predicament escaping more by luck than skill. The introduction of Matilda gave the story some intriguing, yet unfulfilled, sexual tension, so it remains to be seen if she reappears in future episodes (I'm all for it!). I admit to being a sucker for James Bond-like adventures; therefore, overall, despite a few weaknesses here and there, I still rated it a full 4 stars and look forward to #8 in the series...
December 11, 2018
Dawson has done a good job of rounding out our main character of Milton. I would argue that I want more from some of his side characters, as they can feel shallow at times, driven only by overarching themes (hacker, country girl). Even Avi was simply the bad guy, angry at Milton for killing his wife, but no matter how many times he was told he actually killed his wife, not Milton, it never got through. Why didn't we hear any of those internal struggles of Avi, where in the private moments, he did consider whether he actually fired the shot? He still would have had the same motivation to go after Milton, saying that Milton may not not have killed her, but he caused the situation to reach that point, so it is still his fault.
Regardless, this is a fun read that takes us to a few new countries and cities.
Regardless, this is a fun read that takes us to a few new countries and cities.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 14, 2021
The followup to the previous book where Milton's equal (or better) nemesis 'Avi backman' wants to take revenge on Milton as he thinks that Milton killed his wife.
I find this completly ludicrous that Avi didn't know he had accidentally killed her (not Milton) purely based on looking at his wife's bullet wounds - after all Avi was only one to fire an Uzi!
I found this part of the story kind on slow and obvious, but luckily the addition of a sub plot related to miltons friend hacker in Tokyo kept my attention. Plus the later "malware, high tech hack' tie in to the backman' story relating to the Mossad secret service is very interesting to me - maybe because I'm a software engineer and like techy geeky storylines.
If you ignore the Avi wife part, it was a good international romp, covering Tokyo, Israel etc.
I find this completly ludicrous that Avi didn't know he had accidentally killed her (not Milton) purely based on looking at his wife's bullet wounds - after all Avi was only one to fire an Uzi!
I found this part of the story kind on slow and obvious, but luckily the addition of a sub plot related to miltons friend hacker in Tokyo kept my attention. Plus the later "malware, high tech hack' tie in to the backman' story relating to the Mossad secret service is very interesting to me - maybe because I'm a software engineer and like techy geeky storylines.
If you ignore the Avi wife part, it was a good international romp, covering Tokyo, Israel etc.
August 29, 2025
Claude Boon (aka Avi Bachman) is back and looking for revenge on John Milton.
John has been working for a friend in outback Australia, shearing sheep, when Avi, who has enlisted the resources of Mossad, finds him.
In a case of wrong place, wrong time, the kid sister of Milton's old army buddy ends up kidnapped along with Milton, and while they manage to escape the initial kidnapping, staying free, and alive, is going to be somewhat more of a challenge.
We learn a bit more about Avi's back story here, and are reintroduced to Ziggy Penn once again.
I listed to the audio version of this book and found the narrator to be suited to the story.
Am I glad I read it - yes.
Was it a waste of my time - no.
Would I sit down and read it all over again - not really that kind of book - once you know how it ends, you know.
Would I read more by this author based on this book - yes.
John has been working for a friend in outback Australia, shearing sheep, when Avi, who has enlisted the resources of Mossad, finds him.
In a case of wrong place, wrong time, the kid sister of Milton's old army buddy ends up kidnapped along with Milton, and while they manage to escape the initial kidnapping, staying free, and alive, is going to be somewhat more of a challenge.
We learn a bit more about Avi's back story here, and are reintroduced to Ziggy Penn once again.
I listed to the audio version of this book and found the narrator to be suited to the story.
Am I glad I read it - yes.
Was it a waste of my time - no.
Would I sit down and read it all over again - not really that kind of book - once you know how it ends, you know.
Would I read more by this author based on this book - yes.
January 3, 2021
Headhunters is a high action thriller in the John Milton series. This book centered on Avi Backman trying to get his revenge on John Milton. It was a good book at 3.75 stars but not the best I have read in the series and a little long in all the chase elements through several countries. This series is billed as an English version of Jack Reacher which holds true in many ways but I would say it is also close to The Orphan X Evan Smoak series by Gregg Hurwitz. Headhunters was better than the lowest quality Reacher books but not as good as the best in the Reacher or Orphan X action series. Looking forward to reading the next book in this series as well.
August 11, 2021
Pretty good
I enjoyed this book except for one part near the end. I just can’t stand it when authors portray characters doing stupid things when they are not stupid characters. In this case it’s, “I’m sending you somewhere safe so you don’t get in the way.” but they don’t follow instructions. Instead they try to help out and ruin everything. The most unfortunate part of these situations is that its always a female that’s portrayed as being stupid. Just like its always the female that trips while running away. Drives me crazy. Other than feeding my pet peeve, its a pretty good book.
I enjoyed this book except for one part near the end. I just can’t stand it when authors portray characters doing stupid things when they are not stupid characters. In this case it’s, “I’m sending you somewhere safe so you don’t get in the way.” but they don’t follow instructions. Instead they try to help out and ruin everything. The most unfortunate part of these situations is that its always a female that’s portrayed as being stupid. Just like its always the female that trips while running away. Drives me crazy. Other than feeding my pet peeve, its a pretty good book.
May 27, 2022
Headhunters By Mark Dawson John Milton Book 7
A direct sequel to book 6 as we get to see the final outcome of Milton Vs Bachmann and in a nutshell this is the book.
It is what it is and doesn't dress itself up to be anything else other than a war between two highly skilled killers.
It's a lot of fun and the book flies by at a lighting pace as each assassin tries to out think and out fight the other.
It's written well and all the action is well choreographed however the plot is dumbed down for this to take place leaving no real room for anything else in its story.
It's a fun time but it is with out doubt the weakest in the series so far.
Just about worth you hard earned cash.
A direct sequel to book 6 as we get to see the final outcome of Milton Vs Bachmann and in a nutshell this is the book.
It is what it is and doesn't dress itself up to be anything else other than a war between two highly skilled killers.
It's a lot of fun and the book flies by at a lighting pace as each assassin tries to out think and out fight the other.
It's written well and all the action is well choreographed however the plot is dumbed down for this to take place leaving no real room for anything else in its story.
It's a fun time but it is with out doubt the weakest in the series so far.
Just about worth you hard earned cash.
December 9, 2022
3.5 really but feeling generous this spirit of giving season :) Amazing how quickly he heals from getting completely beat down by this guy time after time. Nice the women he won't actually let into his life end up helping save it not once , twice but three times. (really should have left town though , Ziggy is a fool for being so damned clever) Cool moment in Mossad when their tech was melting though not entirely sure it is something that could happen, yet. Seems John is getting closer to falling off the wagon and Matilda is one woman who may be able to help him with his life (though I thought that about the hurricane house lady as well) So I am now officially extending my visit with the land of Milton to see what good deeds he plans next.
August 12, 2017
Headhunters (John Milton #7) picks up right where book 6 left off. Avi Bachmann/Claude Boon is in jail, but he has leverage over the Mossad, so they break him out and let him pursue Milton again. Milton is blissfully unaware and shearing sheep in Australia (seriously).
The two engage in multiple standoffs around the world, and along the way Milton reunites with Ziggy. Penn At various points in the story, Bachman's invincibility and Milton's refusal to end him start to grate on you. But the rest of the story is good, if a bit farfetched at times.
The two engage in multiple standoffs around the world, and along the way Milton reunites with Ziggy. Penn At various points in the story, Bachman's invincibility and Milton's refusal to end him start to grate on you. But the rest of the story is good, if a bit farfetched at times.
March 18, 2018
I have submitted this review after listening to the audiobook of this book. I enjoyed the audio rendition, especially the Aussie accents.
Well we have moved to Australia, in John Milton's attempts to stay out off the official radar. However, a former foe has unfinished business, with out beleaguered hero.
I hate to give a great storyline away, but I will advise that this perhaps the best of this series, yet. Perhaps I am prejudiced, having a lot of the action in my backyard.
Well we have moved to Australia, in John Milton's attempts to stay out off the official radar. However, a former foe has unfinished business, with out beleaguered hero.
I hate to give a great storyline away, but I will advise that this perhaps the best of this series, yet. Perhaps I am prejudiced, having a lot of the action in my backyard.
June 7, 2018
A great read
I'm reading the John Milton series in order., I just finished #7. For me it's a really good story. While each book is great, read in order they become even better. Every government has assassins, sometimes they are necessary. But what happens if you're a government assassin and want to retire? What if you begin to realize you can no longer justify what is sometimes required of you? What if you just can't do it anymore? You don't have the option to walk away. You know too much. You become a liability. I highly recommend this series.
I'm reading the John Milton series in order., I just finished #7. For me it's a really good story. While each book is great, read in order they become even better. Every government has assassins, sometimes they are necessary. But what happens if you're a government assassin and want to retire? What if you begin to realize you can no longer justify what is sometimes required of you? What if you just can't do it anymore? You don't have the option to walk away. You know too much. You become a liability. I highly recommend this series.
March 11, 2023
I'm in two minds about this books. There were parts of it I really loved - but other bits that just really frustrated me. The plot is completely ridiculous but, for the most part, I was able to put that to one side. I think it was the ending. For me, so many of Dawson's endings just don't work. I also have a nasty feeling that Avi Bachman is going to turn into a Moriarty figure - Milton's nemesis who is defeated but never quite killed off and will re-appear in future when ideas have run low. 3.5/5
August 14, 2017
" He that studieth revenge, keeps his own wounds green"
In this his 7th book, Milton becomes the hunted and faces a formidable foe. But Milton is Milton and any fan will know that he is not a person to kill easily.
The problem with heroes like Milton (and Jack Teacher) it becomes difficult to keep the plots fresh but Mr Dawson does a better job than most.
A good action packed tale that stretches across the world and keeps the standard high.
In this his 7th book, Milton becomes the hunted and faces a formidable foe. But Milton is Milton and any fan will know that he is not a person to kill easily.
The problem with heroes like Milton (and Jack Teacher) it becomes difficult to keep the plots fresh but Mr Dawson does a better job than most.
A good action packed tale that stretches across the world and keeps the standard high.
February 26, 2020
Best Milton book yet
This is definitely the most I’ve ever read in a series of books. The Milton series are easy to read but have brought me into a world full of characters I genuinely want to keep reading about.
This book gets a little too close to death for Milton at times and is most certainly stretching him at his limits.
As I said before, this is the best in the series yet. Full of action and some interesting characters!
This is definitely the most I’ve ever read in a series of books. The Milton series are easy to read but have brought me into a world full of characters I genuinely want to keep reading about.
This book gets a little too close to death for Milton at times and is most certainly stretching him at his limits.
As I said before, this is the best in the series yet. Full of action and some interesting characters!
May 21, 2020
Exciting
Melton is unstoppable. Avi , his mortal enemy, escaped from prison, and has his sights on revenge. Melton is grabbed, along with Harry's sister. Now he has to keep her alive, but Avi is a fight he knows he can't win. Avi is unbeatable at hand to hand combat, and it's the only way Avi wants to deal with Melton. I loved this book, because again, Melton is unstoppable!
Melton is unstoppable. Avi , his mortal enemy, escaped from prison, and has his sights on revenge. Melton is grabbed, along with Harry's sister. Now he has to keep her alive, but Avi is a fight he knows he can't win. Avi is unbeatable at hand to hand combat, and it's the only way Avi wants to deal with Melton. I loved this book, because again, Melton is unstoppable!
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