Hostage in the Keys

Florida Keys Adventure #22

by Matthew Rief

On a seemingly normal morning in Key West, Logan Dodge finds himself in the wrong place at the wrong time. An innocent passerby, the former Navy SEAL witnesses a young man being abducted and is taken at gunpoint as well. Before he knows what’s happening or why, Logan is blindfolded and imprisoned aboard an offshore yacht.

While being held hostage, Logan learns that the young man he’s chained alongside is far more influential and valuable in the global political arena than he could’ve possibly imagined. With staggering ransoms demanded and vicious threats made, the chances of survival seem dire.

But there are some men you don’t cross. Some warriors who can’t be caged. Outnumbered, outgunned, and alone, Logan must find a way to escape and rain poetic justice upon his enemies like never before.

It’s kill or be killed. And Logan Dodge is about to break loose.

Genres: Adventure

322 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 4, 2024

About the author

Matthew is the author of the Florida Keys Adventure Series and the Jason Wake Novels. He's always had a deep rooted love for adventure and the ocean. He loves traveling, diving, rock climbing and writing adventure novels.

Reviews

[Rhonda Puleo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing

This is the third (4th?) time I've read Rief's Logan Dodge series. Somehow, I fell two books behind, and since today was Thanksgiving, I had to read both in one day. It's a hard life I lead. I recently gave up cooking on Thanksgiving. It's hard for me to make large meals anymore, and since my kids are grown and married, it gives them a chance to spend time with their opposite's families. What I do is invite whomever wants to join me at a local buffet we all love on Friday, and I get to give thanks for so much then. So, as I write this, I'm listening to Jesse Rice, an artist Rief wrote into this story. Give him a listen, but start the series from the beginning. Even though each book can be read as a stand- alone novel, Rief continues to grow his characters throughout the series. I guarantee you that you won't have a bad read from any of the stories, but you will have more to be thankful for if you start from the beginning.

[Ricki · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another formulaic Logan Dodge adventure. This time, he's kidnapped with another person while jogging in the keys. The other jogger turns out to be the son of the President of Bolivia. Why he is in the States, much less the keys isn't fully explained but the kidnappers were hired by an enemy of his father's.

The storyline follows Logan in his escape, their rescue and the second attempt on both Logan and the young jogger. The only parts of his books that seem extremely far-fetched is Logan's daughter Scarlet constantly "helping" any was she can- it's just odd for a teenager.

[Terry LaMont]

As usual, Matt Rief writes a good, if somewhat predictable story that will hold your attention. His fictional characters residing in the Florida keys is very reminiscent of the old Travis McGee series. Perhaps not as gritty or overtly sexual as the Travis McGee, still, well written and interesting to me. I will continue to read these novels. I gave it 4 stars due to it's predictability. Better than the standard airport reading material.

[G.Richard Mccafferty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another good read

Book started a little off at first or the usual but did it ever pick up after that lots of twists and especially in the end when the real traitor steps forward and the ending is quite a surprise. Ok now have a good day rain is bad here in Costa Rica ciao from my Scottie pup Bobbie and i...

[Philip · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mr. Rief pens a great adventure

Logan gets taken on a ride that looks like a kidnapping. The bad are sloppy and Logan escaped with the victim! However, Ange and crew rescue Logan and the victim and get them back to Key West. Then things change and Logan and Ange adapt and survive and clean up the mess! A good story with many twists and turns !

[Linda Winner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent!

This is my first time reading this author but it definitely won’t be my last. Since I lived in the Keys for several years I always enjoyed anything set in the Keys. I definitely recommend this book and the author! Now I have to go to the first book and catch up!

[Jan Stenberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Keys Hostage

Another really good book. There are moments in the read that you know something exciting\dangerous is going to happen. But there are multiple scenarios that could happen. This one definitely kept me guessing.

[Don Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Logan Dodge Adventure

I enjoyed this book, along with the others, since so much of the narrative by Matthew Died is familiar. I'm impressed by his knowledge of the Navy SEALs, armament and boats and that makes his stories more believable.

[Bill · Rating 2 out of 5]

Shucks, m’am, t’wernt nuthin’

So many twists after the fact. This dynamic family never falters, nor do their friends. The bad guys get their just desserts, and, in the final scenes, the heroic family has ice cream!

[Slympicins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again... Another fantastic can't put down read. Ready for the next adventure.

[KerryO · Rating 5 out of 5]

So good to see Ange and Scarlett unknowingly join forces to rescue Logan. This series continues to deliver!!!

[Marilyn L. Fleming · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great read

I can hardly wait for each new book to come out. Now waiting on Book 23. Logan is a real man.

[Vincent T Farren Jr · Rating 5 out of 5]

crash

Great action packed book. Great story line At times I couldn’t put the book down. Thanks Matthew Rief for another wonderful book. I really enjoyed it

[Diane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great action packed book .Loved the story line and at times I couldn't put the book down -exciting

[Patricia Gendron · Rating 5 out of 5]

A classic Logan Dodge page burner

Action packed plot flow. Great character development of all key players. The author cheated a bit in getting Logan captured because normally he would not allow this to happen. Keep them coming.

[Susan Cardinal · Rating 5 out of 5]

always action packeda

If you love fast paced, edge of your seat action, this author is for you! A family and friends that take care of business!

[Ken McAnally · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fast read….is great read.

Got too quickly to the end. I enjoyed every page and I will wait , impatiently, for the next one.

[Kris · Rating 5 out of 5]

The latest book had a few twists, made it an interesting read

[Dwight Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great page turner. With surprise
twists and great endings. Shows the skill
and knowledge needed to stay the sharp
end of the spear.

[Dora K · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first book by this author, and I really enjoyed it. It was action-packed and just the right length, with good characters. I will read more of his books.

[Bill Frey · Rating 5 out of 5]

always a great read

I love the way it takes place in the keys and the characters seem so real. A great read that keeps me interested start to finish.

[FRANK HICKS · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good Short Story

As with all his books I enjoyed it. Passes time and can read one quick. Will continue with his others books.

[Jill Dull]

Not Believable
Would NOT recommend
cheap books from Amazon are NOT worth it - AVOID
great fight scences, then boring detail, then great fight scenes, All including bashing into something
UGH

[Don Blank · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read

I throughly enjoyed this book. It had a good story line and kept me interested throughout the entire story. I recommend reading this book.

[Thomas Meurling · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like this series, however it started to be a bit predictable.
But with this book, the author broke to format just enough to make it much more interesting. Good job!

[Edwrd Poole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series can't wait for another great book