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Pine Island Coast Florida Suspense #5
Breakwater
Florida’s Gulf Coast is not known for life threatening waves.
No longer with a government agency, Ellie O’Conner is finally enjoying the peaceful life she’s been hoping for. But when tragedy hits close to home, Ellie and her friends are sent reeling, trying to catch their breath.
After three decades with the DEA, Jet Jahner has gone into private investigation. When someone brings him a case about a missing girl, he struggles to find a worthy lead.
A cryptic email asking for help ends up leading Ellie down a path that yields more questions than answers.
And what they find just may send them both to the bottom.
But sometimes, the waves break hard.
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Dear Reader,
If you enjoy Wayne Stinnett’s Jesse McDermitt and Charity Styles, Dawn Lee McKenna’s Maggie Hamilton, Mark Dawson’s Beatrix Rose, Jeff Carson’s David Wolf, J. D. Robb’s Eve Dallas, or Melinda Leigh’s Morgan Dane, odds are you'll love reading my books too. So come on and join me, and get away to one of my favorite places for a few hours. I promise, you won't be disappointed.
Want to travel to Southwest Florida, stick your toes in the warm sand, and breathe in the tangy scent of the ocean? Maybe life hasn't afforded you the opportunity or the grandkids would rather go to Six Flags. I can relate...I have five kids of my own! While I can't personally get you to Southwest Florida, I can transport you to an intriguing world filled with delightful characters whose lives are filled with mystery, love, loss, and adrenaline.
Kind reviews can help far more than you know and won't go unnoticed as I keep writing and drumming up more Florida Suspense and Adventure Thriller Novels that you'll fall in love with.
Jack
No longer with a government agency, Ellie O’Conner is finally enjoying the peaceful life she’s been hoping for. But when tragedy hits close to home, Ellie and her friends are sent reeling, trying to catch their breath.
After three decades with the DEA, Jet Jahner has gone into private investigation. When someone brings him a case about a missing girl, he struggles to find a worthy lead.
A cryptic email asking for help ends up leading Ellie down a path that yields more questions than answers.
And what they find just may send them both to the bottom.
But sometimes, the waves break hard.
_____________________
Dear Reader,
If you enjoy Wayne Stinnett’s Jesse McDermitt and Charity Styles, Dawn Lee McKenna’s Maggie Hamilton, Mark Dawson’s Beatrix Rose, Jeff Carson’s David Wolf, J. D. Robb’s Eve Dallas, or Melinda Leigh’s Morgan Dane, odds are you'll love reading my books too. So come on and join me, and get away to one of my favorite places for a few hours. I promise, you won't be disappointed.
Want to travel to Southwest Florida, stick your toes in the warm sand, and breathe in the tangy scent of the ocean? Maybe life hasn't afforded you the opportunity or the grandkids would rather go to Six Flags. I can relate...I have five kids of my own! While I can't personally get you to Southwest Florida, I can transport you to an intriguing world filled with delightful characters whose lives are filled with mystery, love, loss, and adrenaline.
Kind reviews can help far more than you know and won't go unnoticed as I keep writing and drumming up more Florida Suspense and Adventure Thriller Novels that you'll fall in love with.
Jack
324 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 7, 2019
About the author
Jack Hardin
24 books50 followersJack Hardin currently lives in Arlington, TX, with his stunning wife and five kids. He grew up in an Army family and spent half his childhood living in Germany, traveling all over Europe prior to the fall of the Iron Curtain. At nine years old he walked through Checkpoint Charlie and into East Berlin just one year before the Berlin Wall came down. He holds a 2nd degree black belt in Taekwondo, is proficient with bo staff and nunchucks, and has taught women's self-defense.
Those alone do not make him awesome, but it all sounds really cool.
You’ll find Jack’s books to be in the same vein as Wayne Stinnett, Dawn Lee McKenna, and Randy Wayne White. In other words...dig in...you’re about to be seriously entertained.
Jack is driven by grace, the bedrock of his Christian faith. Shoot him an email and let him know what you think of his books. Or to give him your opinion of the moon landing, or whether or not you think it's a sin to squeeze the toothpaste tube from the middle.
jack@jackhardinauthor.com
Books 1-4 in the Pine Island Coast Suspense Series form one larger story arc, with everything tied up in Book 4. Books 5+ will all be standalone installments.
Connect with him on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/JackHardinAu...
Those alone do not make him awesome, but it all sounds really cool.
You’ll find Jack’s books to be in the same vein as Wayne Stinnett, Dawn Lee McKenna, and Randy Wayne White. In other words...dig in...you’re about to be seriously entertained.
Jack is driven by grace, the bedrock of his Christian faith. Shoot him an email and let him know what you think of his books. Or to give him your opinion of the moon landing, or whether or not you think it's a sin to squeeze the toothpaste tube from the middle.
jack@jackhardinauthor.com
Books 1-4 in the Pine Island Coast Suspense Series form one larger story arc, with everything tied up in Book 4. Books 5+ will all be standalone installments.
Connect with him on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/JackHardinAu...
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May 2, 2019
The first four books of the Ellie O'Connell series dealt with drugs and those who dealt them. This one deals with human trafficking. Ellie and Jet, formerly of the DEA, are searching for a young girl taken by operators of the sex slave trade. There are a couple of twists that keep the book interesting, giving it four stars instead of three for an otherwise normal tale.
April 13, 2019
Definitely another exceptionally outstanding masterpiece of Florida fun in the sun by Ellie and crew. This is a fast moving adventure with plenty of suspenseful episodes and enough great detective endeavors to satisfy any reader's expectations. Too, Ellie and her cohorts does an exceptionally outstanding job of rounding up the bad guys, as always!
Five stars, and more, for this compassionate piece of truly invigorating investigative techniques. Being a former Chief Deputy for a small County Sheriff's Office, I definitely have the utmost respect for any entertaining revelations of extraordinary police work, whether fictional or not. Mr. Hardin is one of the true experts in this filed, but he goes above and beyond in these descriptive"touch and go" episodes of realistic investigative techniques!
I have followed Ellie in all other episodes, and as always, I am looking forward to her next release, as it appears she will be heading back into the of espionage exploits of old. All of her stories are outstanding stories, that have distinctive storylines, andMr. Hardin's
Five stars, and more, for this compassionate piece of truly invigorating investigative techniques. Being a former Chief Deputy for a small County Sheriff's Office, I definitely have the utmost respect for any entertaining revelations of extraordinary police work, whether fictional or not. Mr. Hardin is one of the true experts in this filed, but he goes above and beyond in these descriptive"touch and go" episodes of realistic investigative techniques!
I have followed Ellie in all other episodes, and as always, I am looking forward to her next release, as it appears she will be heading back into the of espionage exploits of old. All of her stories are outstanding stories, that have distinctive storylines, andMr. Hardin's
April 11, 2019
Great book, Great series.
I was so glad when Break Water came out as I had read the whole series in about 2 weeks back in February and I was hooked. Ellie and friends did not disappoint, she is hell on wheels and her and Tyler are so cute. You can’t forget about her dog Citrus and Major and Jet and all of her friends. This is a series I will read time and time again. I can’t wait for the next book. I highly recommend this book y’all!
I was so glad when Break Water came out as I had read the whole series in about 2 weeks back in February and I was hooked. Ellie and friends did not disappoint, she is hell on wheels and her and Tyler are so cute. You can’t forget about her dog Citrus and Major and Jet and all of her friends. This is a series I will read time and time again. I can’t wait for the next book. I highly recommend this book y’all!
August 17, 2023
Ellie O’Connor has left the DEA and enjoys life in laid back Florida. The death of a friend puts her on a trail to see if it was actually a suicide. At the same time her DEA colleague Jet Jensen, now retired, is a PI looking for a teenage girl who disappeared. Soon they realize they are working the same, but larger, case. She and Jet find justice, but it’s Ellie in a ball gown and high heels who has all the moves. Good book.
April 23, 2019
Great Read!!
Non-stop action and suspense. Hardin is a master storyteller. The local color of Pine Island is spot on and for those of us who live in South West Florida we can envision the realness of his people. Ellie is a genuine hero. I hope Hardin is a prolific writer because I can't.get enough of this series!!
Non-stop action and suspense. Hardin is a master storyteller. The local color of Pine Island is spot on and for those of us who live in South West Florida we can envision the realness of his people. Ellie is a genuine hero. I hope Hardin is a prolific writer because I can't.get enough of this series!!
May 18, 2019
Ellie & Tyler keep me coming back
As stated above they drew me into the series. But Major, Jet and FU complete the mix. I know Pine Island and once considered moving there. However, Sun City Centre has my attention now. But will travel again with Ellie, Tyler & Jet when Jack finishes the next book.
As stated above they drew me into the series. But Major, Jet and FU complete the mix. I know Pine Island and once considered moving there. However, Sun City Centre has my attention now. But will travel again with Ellie, Tyler & Jet when Jack finishes the next book.
September 11, 2019
I have read the entire series and have enjoyed each equally. All have kept me reading long after my eyes have begged for closing! The subject matter is always interesting and informative. The suspense riviting.
I recommend this to all who enjoy a good suspense novel and willing to read start to finish with few stops.
I recommend this to all who enjoy a good suspense novel and willing to read start to finish with few stops.
August 7, 2023
I enjoy Ellie & other regular characters in this series. The topic of sex trafficking hits close to home. The target isn’t only immigrants or those without a support network. It happend to our daughter. We too had a ‘happy’ ending. I thought this topic could trigger me and it did slightly. It was handled well with the usual intrigue and suspense. Well done!
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May 16, 2019
Always a treat
My how time rolls on it seems the author as always comes thru with another great story that keeps the reader myself wanting more i have followed all the books and will continue thanks for the good time I receive from your books
My how time rolls on it seems the author as always comes thru with another great story that keeps the reader myself wanting more i have followed all the books and will continue thanks for the good time I receive from your books
June 2, 2019
Great book can't wait for the next one!
I love the way you write, it's easy to picture it in your mind.I like the characters,especially Ellie . I'm really looking forward to the next book!
I love the way you write, it's easy to picture it in your mind.I like the characters,especially Ellie . I'm really looking forward to the next book!
July 22, 2019
Well done!!!!
What is so significant about this book and author is that it has a message and a purpose. So often author's write as a means to provide income. Our author hopefully does make a living at his trade, but more importantly has a morale compass. Again Well Done.....
What is so significant about this book and author is that it has a message and a purpose. So often author's write as a means to provide income. Our author hopefully does make a living at his trade, but more importantly has a morale compass. Again Well Done.....
January 5, 2020
Another Good Read!!!
As always great story and characters. Well developed story and good twists and turns. I have loved every book in this series. Ready for the next story!!! Please keep them coming!
As always great story and characters. Well developed story and good twists and turns. I have loved every book in this series. Ready for the next story!!! Please keep them coming!
June 12, 2022
3.5 Stars
This book has a different feel from the previous four. Yes, the major storyline wrapped up in book 4 but something was missing from this story. It was still a good book, but it didn't have the tension/thrill of the previous books.
This book has a different feel from the previous four. Yes, the major storyline wrapped up in book 4 but something was missing from this story. It was still a good book, but it didn't have the tension/thrill of the previous books.
April 24, 2019
Another Jack Hardin Hit!!
Jack Hardin doesn’t disappoint in this stand alone novel featuring more pulse-pounding action and suspense!! Great read, Jack!! Keep ‘em comin’!!!
Jack Hardin doesn’t disappoint in this stand alone novel featuring more pulse-pounding action and suspense!! Great read, Jack!! Keep ‘em comin’!!!
August 7, 2019
Enjoyed book.
October 12, 2019
Ellie is at it again
Anxious to read next book. Read this series. I promise you will enjoy the series. I know I am and this is my second time to read it
Anxious to read next book. Read this series. I promise you will enjoy the series. I know I am and this is my second time to read it
January 18, 2020
Excellent stories plagued by a serious need for proof reading
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September 8, 2020Enjoyed it as I have the rest of this series.
December 3, 2020
This is another good and fun read. Good characters and plot. Will definitely hold your attention
February 11, 2021
Really are enjoying this series. Lots of twists and turns allowing for future plots. Waiting on the next one.
March 14, 2021
Trafficking
Elle does it again with her friends and family! She always trying to save the betrayed and weak. There is always a twist to surprise you.
Elle does it again with her friends and family! She always trying to save the betrayed and weak. There is always a twist to surprise you.
July 10, 2021
The legend continues. Looking forward to
the new direction
the new direction
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December 31, 2022Exciting and a quick read!
June 2, 2019
Love this author!
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