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SpyCo #5
Assignment: Alaska
With billions of dollars of mineral rights at stake, a Russian agent is dispatched to assassinate the Governor of Alaska. SpyCo chief J. Carlton Moore pulls James Burke and Lyndsey Moore from their long-deserved vacation in Hawaii and sends them into the frozen wilds of Alaska to intercept the enemy operative. A thrilling read that moves at breakneck speed, Assignment: Alaska will keep you guessing until the very end.
105 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 5, 2017
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About the author
Craig A. Hart
127 books331 followersCraig A. Hart is a writer of thrillers. In a past life, he was also director for Northern Illinois Radio Information Service, a broadcast outreach that brought daily news and information to the visually impaired.
In 2015, Kindle Press published his literary novel BECOMING MOON. NPR affiliate Northern Public Radio featured BECOMING MOON in their Winter Book Series, and it won Best Novel of Summer 2015 from Pinnacle Awards. He is also the author of the historical mystery NIGHT AT KEY WEST, which is based on true events.
In 2016, he publishing SERENITY, the first book in the popular Shelby Alexander Thriller Series. Serenity alone has been downloaded over 400,000 times by eager readers.
In 2022, he launched the Maxwell Barnes Adventure Thriller Series, co-written with S.J. Varengo. The award-winning first book in that series, MAYAN SHADOWS, was published on May 11, 2022. Two more books follow in that series: MAYAN THUNDER and MAYAN TEMPEST.
A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Craig lives in Iowa City, Iowa with his wife, sons, insane dog, and anti-social cat.
In 2015, Kindle Press published his literary novel BECOMING MOON. NPR affiliate Northern Public Radio featured BECOMING MOON in their Winter Book Series, and it won Best Novel of Summer 2015 from Pinnacle Awards. He is also the author of the historical mystery NIGHT AT KEY WEST, which is based on true events.
In 2016, he publishing SERENITY, the first book in the popular Shelby Alexander Thriller Series. Serenity alone has been downloaded over 400,000 times by eager readers.
In 2022, he launched the Maxwell Barnes Adventure Thriller Series, co-written with S.J. Varengo. The award-winning first book in that series, MAYAN SHADOWS, was published on May 11, 2022. Two more books follow in that series: MAYAN THUNDER and MAYAN TEMPEST.
A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Craig lives in Iowa City, Iowa with his wife, sons, insane dog, and anti-social cat.
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September 10, 2018
Assignment series:
Assignment: Athens #1 - A well written little spy story. Not in Ludlum's league, but Hart does a good, simplistic job. The prologue starts the ball rolling with favors of Mr. Majestyk and The Mechanic, which made me laugh. While this isn't my favorite story, I love the other books I've read from this author, especially the Serenity Series.
If you like Assignment: Athens, prepare to get your socks knocked off with Serenity. I am curious to see if the next book in the SpyCo series will be as well written as the Serenity, which by the way are all 5-star books. 4*
Assignment: Paris #2 - Another well written spy story from a good storyteller. The characters are believable, the fast paced plot twists and the humor rampant. Mr. Majestyk is replaced with James Bond, but the story still rocks. 5*
Assignment: Istanbul #3 - Another well written little spy story. The books in this series are getting better, as most good things do with age or practice, and the reader has a fast paced, suspense filled story laced with humor. I recommend reading the series from the beginning as the well developed characters pop in and out from various books. Plus, why not, they're a fun way to spend a couple of hours. 5*
Assignment: Sydney #4 - Again, another well written, suspense filled novel that keeps the reader immersed in the story while having fun reading it, too. The characters are interesting and the plot is well thought out, plus there's the signature humor found in this series and other Hart books. 5*
Assignment: Alaska #5 - These stories get better and better. A well written, action packed, humorous novel that keeps the reader in stitches while glued to the pages. Some of the characters have returned from previous stories and get more interesting. The well thought out plot and the return of Dot makes the intrigue rock. I noticed a new coauthor and can tell a difference with his contribution.
Update: I found the coauthor did not help write this book; it was written strictly by Mr. Hart. This is my favorite book of the series so far, including Dublin #6. The other books are missing him not being the only writer, but I understand his reason. 5*
Assignment Dublin #6 – Another well written little spy story. Dot appears again; she’s my favorite character. The gang’s off again with a new assignment, which if you read the other books, you know what to expect. A quick read done in a couple hours, good for relaxing. 4*
Assignment: Athens #1 - A well written little spy story. Not in Ludlum's league, but Hart does a good, simplistic job. The prologue starts the ball rolling with favors of Mr. Majestyk and The Mechanic, which made me laugh. While this isn't my favorite story, I love the other books I've read from this author, especially the Serenity Series.
If you like Assignment: Athens, prepare to get your socks knocked off with Serenity. I am curious to see if the next book in the SpyCo series will be as well written as the Serenity, which by the way are all 5-star books. 4*
Assignment: Paris #2 - Another well written spy story from a good storyteller. The characters are believable, the fast paced plot twists and the humor rampant. Mr. Majestyk is replaced with James Bond, but the story still rocks. 5*
Assignment: Istanbul #3 - Another well written little spy story. The books in this series are getting better, as most good things do with age or practice, and the reader has a fast paced, suspense filled story laced with humor. I recommend reading the series from the beginning as the well developed characters pop in and out from various books. Plus, why not, they're a fun way to spend a couple of hours. 5*
Assignment: Sydney #4 - Again, another well written, suspense filled novel that keeps the reader immersed in the story while having fun reading it, too. The characters are interesting and the plot is well thought out, plus there's the signature humor found in this series and other Hart books. 5*
Assignment: Alaska #5 - These stories get better and better. A well written, action packed, humorous novel that keeps the reader in stitches while glued to the pages. Some of the characters have returned from previous stories and get more interesting. The well thought out plot and the return of Dot makes the intrigue rock. I noticed a new coauthor and can tell a difference with his contribution.
Update: I found the coauthor did not help write this book; it was written strictly by Mr. Hart. This is my favorite book of the series so far, including Dublin #6. The other books are missing him not being the only writer, but I understand his reason. 5*
Assignment Dublin #6 – Another well written little spy story. Dot appears again; she’s my favorite character. The gang’s off again with a new assignment, which if you read the other books, you know what to expect. A quick read done in a couple hours, good for relaxing. 4*
April 10, 2020
A cool spy thriller!
Another SpyCo story, this being book 5 and this time James Burke and his partner Lyndsey are sent to Alaska to protect and save a Governor from being assassinated by the North Korea’s rouge government who send their top agent a man called Karazmovsky to kill him in order to gain billions of dollars of mineral rights. Lots of action as always and once again the colourful character his handler from his previous adventure a old woman who had worked with the CIA after the war and is called “Dot” she adds more fun to the story. This story keeps you guessing and there is as always a twist at the end
A very easy going read with lots of twists but an enjoyable short read that keeps your interest and isn’t too taxing or complicated.
Another SpyCo story, this being book 5 and this time James Burke and his partner Lyndsey are sent to Alaska to protect and save a Governor from being assassinated by the North Korea’s rouge government who send their top agent a man called Karazmovsky to kill him in order to gain billions of dollars of mineral rights. Lots of action as always and once again the colourful character his handler from his previous adventure a old woman who had worked with the CIA after the war and is called “Dot” she adds more fun to the story. This story keeps you guessing and there is as always a twist at the end
A very easy going read with lots of twists but an enjoyable short read that keeps your interest and isn’t too taxing or complicated.
December 8, 2017
Agents Moore and Archer have their vacation in Hawaii cut short when they are needed in Alaska due to an imminent death threat to the Alaskan Governor.
It was fun to have Moore and Archer teamed up again. They are my favorite characters in the series. This is a fun story with well developed characters, a strong plot line, and a nice surprise ending.
Craig A. Hart keeps delivering a quality product that doesn't disappoint.
It was fun to have Moore and Archer teamed up again. They are my favorite characters in the series. This is a fun story with well developed characters, a strong plot line, and a nice surprise ending.
Craig A. Hart keeps delivering a quality product that doesn't disappoint.
February 11, 2018
Assassination Attempt
John Burke and Lynsey Archer are sent to Alaska to keep the governor from being assassinated by a Russian assassin. Along the way some interesting characters are introduced along with Dot. Dot, the senior agent, who looks like someone's grandma, is their handler. She was also Burke's handler in Assignment:Sydney. She, once again, brings humor to the story.
John Burke and Lynsey Archer are sent to Alaska to keep the governor from being assassinated by a Russian assassin. Along the way some interesting characters are introduced along with Dot. Dot, the senior agent, who looks like someone's grandma, is their handler. She was also Burke's handler in Assignment:Sydney. She, once again, brings humor to the story.
December 7, 2017
I absolutely love this series of action and adventure. Very captivating and interesting read. I could not put it down. Wonderfully written with strong characters. I want to read more from this author. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
December 10, 2017
Another fun SpyCo adventure
What a great adventure this was. The Russian, crazy and ruthless, didn't disappoint! Dot added the comedy...again. I do enjoy her banter! Burke and Archer being their super spy selves and Rainwater added some roughness! Loved it! Thanks again!
What a great adventure this was. The Russian, crazy and ruthless, didn't disappoint! Dot added the comedy...again. I do enjoy her banter! Burke and Archer being their super spy selves and Rainwater added some roughness! Loved it! Thanks again!
December 31, 2017
When billions of dollars of mineral rights are at stake ,an important Alaskan official is supposed to be assassinated by a Russian. Two of Spyco’s finest are pulled from vacation to solve the problem. Love all of these books in the series. Hopefully it will never end.
January 20, 2018
another great read in this series plenty of action with a great story i liked having burke and archer back and dot whos once again very funny and we see a new charecter rance who i think could make another appearance at some stage
September 12, 2018
Great reading
Enjoyed this fast paced book. Kept my interest to the very end.
My first SpyCo book. Now I have to go back and read the other 4.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes an easy but interesting book
Enjoyed this fast paced book. Kept my interest to the very end.
My first SpyCo book. Now I have to go back and read the other 4.
I recommend this book to anyone who likes an easy but interesting book
December 3, 2018
Gripping read
This is Book 5 in the SpyCo series. Each one is better than the previous one. I look forward to more. While this is a novella; therefore, short, it keeps you turning the page wanting more.
This is Book 5 in the SpyCo series. Each one is better than the previous one. I look forward to more. While this is a novella; therefore, short, it keeps you turning the page wanting more.
January 3, 2021
North to Alaska.
I am having a hard time, describing my feelings about this book. I enjoyed the story. I even understood about Gregerovsky and his attention to detail. I felt it lacked the amount of tension and danger I would have liked to see.
I am having a hard time, describing my feelings about this book. I enjoyed the story. I even understood about Gregerovsky and his attention to detail. I felt it lacked the amount of tension and danger I would have liked to see.
February 18, 2018
Again I love all of the characters and the story lines and plots are outstanding. I will always look forward to the next installment. Dublin here we come!
March 14, 2018
Chill out with Burke and Linsey in a fast paced assignment in Alaska, with an intriguing plot, and an re-appearance of one of my favorite characters from Assignment Sydney
July 13, 2020
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Lots of action!
I feel like I'm getting a vacation to these places and along for the ride!
Lots of action!
I feel like I'm getting a vacation to these places and along for the ride!
December 29, 2017
This was another Good book by Craig Hart and S J Varengo. Burke Archer again doing what they do well together. Again meeting Dot and Rance a new person made it almost impossible to put book down. Wonderful storyline
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