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Harvey Bennett #15
The Russian Betrayal
A military facility in the Russian Arctic. A mysterious new chemical compound. A man who wants to wipe the CSO off the map. This is The Russian Betrayal. Deep in the icy terrains of the Russian Arctic, a new mystery unfolds.A research facility barely a speck on the map hides secrets that could tip the balance of global power. When a distress call reaches Harvey Bennett's team, they are plunged headfirst into a world of intrigue, betrayal, and life-threatening danger.Zachary Bennett draws Harvey and his team into the seedy backstreets of Moscow, hoping to find answers as to who has stolen his research.As they navigate treacherous terrains and unforeseen threats, they stumble upon a conspiracy much bigger than they imagined. Tied to a powerful manufacturing company and pursued by a merciless mercenary group, the team is caught in a whirlwind of treachery and deceit.But Harvey Bennett isn't one to back down.With the cunning and resilience that his fans have come to expect, Bennett delves deeper, trying to unravel the mystery. And when a voice from the past joins the fray, Harvey realizes the challenge is not just about survival—it's a race against time to prevent a global catastrophe.For fans of James Rollins, Dan Brown, and Clive Cussler, anyone wanting a nonstop, fast-paced thriller of epic proportions will be in good hands!
316 pages, Paperback
Published November 8, 2023
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Nick Thacker
111 books442 followersNick Thacker is a thriller author from Texas who lives in Hawaii. In his free time, he enjoys reading in a hammock on the beach, skiing, drinking whiskey, and hanging out with his beautiful wife, two dogs, and two daughters.
For more information, visit Nick online at www.nickthacker.com
In addition to his fiction work, Nick is the founder and lead of Sonata & Scribe, the only music studio focused on producing “soundtracks” for books and series. Find out more at www.SonataAndScribe.com.
In addition to his fiction work, Nick is the founder and lead of Sonata & Scribe, the only music studio focused on producing “soundtracks” for books and series. Find out more at www.SonataAndScribe.com.
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November 21, 2023
A breathtaking chase through Northern Russia
Harvey and his team are investigating a company in Russia that has the slime mould. However things don't go according to plan from when the plane lands onwards as they are hunted by mercenaries. They do find out more about the company and Harvey also gets back in contact with Mr. E. Betrayal happens in different ways....
This is a highly entertaining novel full of suspense, intrigue, fighting, a sprinkling of humor and some intriguing science, along with a romantic spin as the two Bennett brothers continue to investigate the slime mould and discover more about the Faction's ultimate plan....
Harvey and his team are investigating a company in Russia that has the slime mould. However things don't go according to plan from when the plane lands onwards as they are hunted by mercenaries. They do find out more about the company and Harvey also gets back in contact with Mr. E. Betrayal happens in different ways....
This is a highly entertaining novel full of suspense, intrigue, fighting, a sprinkling of humor and some intriguing science, along with a romantic spin as the two Bennett brothers continue to investigate the slime mould and discover more about the Faction's ultimate plan....
November 6, 2023
The CSO group led by Harvey Bennett hasn't heard from their benefactor in a long time. However; with Harvey's brother now in the fold they are trying to figure out what exactly is going on in Russia, especially regarding the slime mold.... When the team travels to Russia, they find out that they've been betrayed and it all seems to come from the highest levels of their organization... Who can they trust? And can they survive the betrayal?
If you're a Harvey Bennett fan, you definitely don't want to miss this one....
If you're a Harvey Bennett fan, you definitely don't want to miss this one....
November 22, 2023
Got to love Harvey
I always like Harvey and Reggie. It's the appeal of an ordinary guy changing the world with the help of his friends. The book reads quick. At times the writing seems a bit mundane, but I think that lends to the feel of Harvey being human. He's fallible and loses his temper. He makes mistakes and figures it out.
This story was better than the previous book. The slime mold is getting a little old, but I'm glad we might be returning to the conspiracies that involved the team in older books. Read it and enjoy.
I always like Harvey and Reggie. It's the appeal of an ordinary guy changing the world with the help of his friends. The book reads quick. At times the writing seems a bit mundane, but I think that lends to the feel of Harvey being human. He's fallible and loses his temper. He makes mistakes and figures it out.
This story was better than the previous book. The slime mold is getting a little old, but I'm glad we might be returning to the conspiracies that involved the team in older books. Read it and enjoy.
November 25, 2023
Thacker has done it again
Loved the plot line Andy as usual Nick Thacker has tied the ends up neatly.
This can be read as a stand alone book, however you are cheating yourself if you don't read the other books in the series.
The ending hints of the next book in the series, but don't be fooled as the CSO team always turns a simple
mission into a convoluted chase to get where they need to get before the world goes to heck in a hand basket. Never a dull moment.
Loved the plot line Andy as usual Nick Thacker has tied the ends up neatly.
This can be read as a stand alone book, however you are cheating yourself if you don't read the other books in the series.
The ending hints of the next book in the series, but don't be fooled as the CSO team always turns a simple
mission into a convoluted chase to get where they need to get before the world goes to heck in a hand basket. Never a dull moment.
October 31, 2023
A quick but fun read…
I read for a break from reality. But I like my books to suggest the impossible in a realistic way. I almost made this a four star review because the author could have fine tuned this one more. However, it kept me entertained for a few hours keeping the current pain and discomfort of life at bay for a while, so it accomplished it’s purpose.
I read for a break from reality. But I like my books to suggest the impossible in a realistic way. I almost made this a four star review because the author could have fine tuned this one more. However, it kept me entertained for a few hours keeping the current pain and discomfort of life at bay for a while, so it accomplished it’s purpose.
November 11, 2023
Another page turning novel
Once again Nick puts out a page turning Harvey Bennett thriller. I have read the entire Harvey Bennett series and once you think it will be nearing its end it doesn’t. I can’t wait to see where it goes from here. If you enjoy thriller novels this is a very enjoyable series.
Once again Nick puts out a page turning Harvey Bennett thriller. I have read the entire Harvey Bennett series and once you think it will be nearing its end it doesn’t. I can’t wait to see where it goes from here. If you enjoy thriller novels this is a very enjoyable series.
May 23, 2024
I’ve read almost all the books in the series and have enjoyed them all. But, at the beginning of this one, I thought there was a little bit too much of how much Ben is centered on himself and likes to have others wait on him. he may be a good guy, but you have to wonder when he’s ever going to grow up and do his share of taking care of things and sharing chores with Julie.
November 16, 2023
good and bad
It’s not the type of book I usually read but I found it to be a page turner. I devoured it until the end. Then it became a cliff hanger. Would have given it more stars except for the end disappointment.
It’s not the type of book I usually read but I found it to be a page turner. I devoured it until the end. Then it became a cliff hanger. Would have given it more stars except for the end disappointment.
November 17, 2023
fantastic thriller
Another great Harvey Bennett novel. Rivetting and worthy of the reading time. Character development is great. Some authors spend half the book telling a backstory, if anything Thacker doesn’t give you enough. I was straining to remember the last book.
Another great Harvey Bennett novel. Rivetting and worthy of the reading time. Character development is great. Some authors spend half the book telling a backstory, if anything Thacker doesn’t give you enough. I was straining to remember the last book.
December 8, 2023
A military base which is hardly a speck on the map may hide the biggest danger to the free world. Now he has found out about it and he will need a team to stop it ruining others against Russia. Can he stop it? How can he do it? See just what is going to happen next
December 11, 2023
Incredible
This story is a continuation of the previous book. Highly recommend that you read it first, otherwise you won’t have a clue what slime is.
Always a cliffhanger with a surprising ending.
This story is a continuation of the previous book. Highly recommend that you read it first, otherwise you won’t have a clue what slime is.
Always a cliffhanger with a surprising ending.
December 14, 2023
Not his best
This book felt like the first movie in a two movie conclusion to a series, an almost waste of time. I have really enjoyed the Harvey Bennett series as a whole, but this book fell short. Hopefully the next one is better.
This book felt like the first movie in a two movie conclusion to a series, an almost waste of time. I have really enjoyed the Harvey Bennett series as a whole, but this book fell short. Hopefully the next one is better.
December 31, 2023
Always a Great Read
Once again, this series delivers. I am a little tired of the slime mold, but I trust that loose end will be tied up soon. Great character development. Plenty of action.
Once again, this series delivers. I am a little tired of the slime mold, but I trust that loose end will be tied up soon. Great character development. Plenty of action.
August 21, 2025
When easy thought jobs become the hardest.
Being chased by some killers when the job is suppose to be in and out. Mercenaries make it more difficult. In this read they spend more time running from them than getting the job done.
Being chased by some killers when the job is suppose to be in and out. Mercenaries make it more difficult. In this read they spend more time running from them than getting the job done.
November 15, 2023
Brilliant just finished reading the Russian betrayal(Harvey Bennett thriller book 15)
As always very good read can’t wait for book 16
As always very good read can’t wait for book 16
November 16, 2023
Another fast paced adventure.
I got hook on page seven and couldn't put the book down. This writer gets better as he puts Harvey's adventures together.
I got hook on page seven and couldn't put the book down. This writer gets better as he puts Harvey's adventures together.
November 16, 2023
To Russia With.......Love?
Ben and his friends are headed back to Russia to find out what they are doing with the slime mold. Lots of action and surprises.
Ben and his friends are headed back to Russia to find out what they are doing with the slime mold. Lots of action and surprises.
November 19, 2023
Next book please!
As usual Nick Thacker doesn’t disappoint. The C.S.O. Team are in the thick of it again. A great read and eagerly awaiting the next instalment.
As usual Nick Thacker doesn’t disappoint. The C.S.O. Team are in the thick of it again. A great read and eagerly awaiting the next instalment.
December 14, 2023
good read
This was a great read and better than the last one for sure. I know I’ll keep reading Nick Thacker
This was a great read and better than the last one for sure. I know I’ll keep reading Nick Thacker
January 10, 2024
Have a tissue handy and set aside two days (or be prepared to stay up WAY past bedtime) for this compelling, action-packed quest to prevent an apocalypse.
February 16, 2024
I know this is a work of fiction, but, it makes you wonder how many things are going on in the world that we don't know about. Great read.
May 4, 2024
Harvey does it again
The crew embarks on another mission. Suspense and action follow. Will Harveys luck hold out, will the team be successful
The crew embarks on another mission. Suspense and action follow. Will Harveys luck hold out, will the team be successful
August 26, 2024
I’ve read, and loved, this whole series. Non stop action with loveable heroes, combined with outlandish disasters. Definitely recommend
December 4, 2023
The Russian Betrayal - a review by Rosemary Kenny.
Harvey 'Ben' Bennett and the rest of the CSO team - Ember, Zack, Donovan, Julie and Reggie - are catapulted headlong into extreme danger, as the slime mould Zack developed for good, has been mutated, and is headed into the cold depths of Russia, en route to an evil Faction, who'll create global disaster for their own ends.
With multiple assassins on their trail - in scenes that could be straight from a James Bond movie - and a 'mission impossible' to complete. Can Ben and all his friends survive such foes?
Nick Thacker never takes his foot off the pedal of the 'runaway train to adventure,' as the mysterious Mr E. spells out another global mission for the CSI Team.
Find out what it's all about in The Russian Betrayal, by getting your hands on a copy today!
Harvey 'Ben' Bennett and the rest of the CSO team - Ember, Zack, Donovan, Julie and Reggie - are catapulted headlong into extreme danger, as the slime mould Zack developed for good, has been mutated, and is headed into the cold depths of Russia, en route to an evil Faction, who'll create global disaster for their own ends.
With multiple assassins on their trail - in scenes that could be straight from a James Bond movie - and a 'mission impossible' to complete. Can Ben and all his friends survive such foes?
Nick Thacker never takes his foot off the pedal of the 'runaway train to adventure,' as the mysterious Mr E. spells out another global mission for the CSI Team.
Find out what it's all about in The Russian Betrayal, by getting your hands on a copy today!
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