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Ryan Savage Thriller #1
Savage Coast
**Recently re-released. Please double-check that you haven’t read or purchased in the last few weeks.**
FIRST, find the killers.
SECOND, disrupt their agenda.
And then make them pay, whatever the cost...
After two weeks on a secret mission in Central America, Ryan Savage has barely returned home to Key Largo when a critical investigation begins to unravel before his very eyes.
As he and his partner race to uncover the truth, Ryan nearly stalls out as a horrific tragedy hits a little too close to home.
And when he finally surfaces, he discovers that nothing is what he thought.
But then he never was one to go down without a fight.
The Florida Coast is about to get Savage.
If you love books by Wayne Stinnett, Jack Hardin, Cap Daniels, or Jeff Carson, you’ll love Ryan Savage.
The boat’s leaving the dock—get Savage Coast and join the pulse-pounding ride now…
FIRST, find the killers.
SECOND, disrupt their agenda.
And then make them pay, whatever the cost...
After two weeks on a secret mission in Central America, Ryan Savage has barely returned home to Key Largo when a critical investigation begins to unravel before his very eyes.
As he and his partner race to uncover the truth, Ryan nearly stalls out as a horrific tragedy hits a little too close to home.
And when he finally surfaces, he discovers that nothing is what he thought.
But then he never was one to go down without a fight.
The Florida Coast is about to get Savage.
If you love books by Wayne Stinnett, Jack Hardin, Cap Daniels, or Jeff Carson, you’ll love Ryan Savage.
The boat’s leaving the dock—get Savage Coast and join the pulse-pounding ride now…
234 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 19, 2019
957 people are currently reading
108 people want to read
About the author
Jack Hardin
22 books49 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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Displaying 1 - 29 of 29 reviews
November 11, 2019
An entertaining, fun read, with humorous banter between the main characters, suspense, action and a surprising twist at the end. Another story about being careful who trust. And most of the action takes place in the Florida Keys. I’m a sucker for Florida books, starting way back with John D. MacDonald's Travis McGee series. (I used to do some work in Bahia Mar Marina back in the '70s. If you don’t know the reference, you should really read the series. You won’t regret it.) Well-written start to a new series. I’ve already downloaded book #2 from Kindle Unlimited. From the book and experience: "There was something about walking into an island bar that causes all your worries to slip from your shoulders.” That and a grouper sandwich will do it every time.
March 9, 2025
Don’t think this guys knows knows what a complex sentence is. Not scared of his taekwondo belt.
October 26, 2019
Great Read
This books definitely hit the mark! Great character development, suspense, comedy, action, surprise - all neatly wrapped up in a 3 hour read. You won’t want to put this down. I’m excited to see what Savage’s next adventure will be!
This books definitely hit the mark! Great character development, suspense, comedy, action, surprise - all neatly wrapped up in a 3 hour read. You won’t want to put this down. I’m excited to see what Savage’s next adventure will be!
December 22, 2019
An awesome and fun read! Ryan Savage deals out justice with an iron hand and a steady aim. Jack Hardin and Jason Briggs together have a great new series!
October 9, 2020
This book is in my wheelhouse. It is the genre that I like, and the author(s) did a really good job of telling and developing this story. It is not long, 212 pages, so it took me about 3 hours to finish, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Ryan, Brad, Roscoe, Amy, Kathleen, and the others were the kind of characters that you like in this kind of story. The plot twisted together like strands in a rope, and when you realize what and why it is happening, you think ... I should have seen that. If you like the action adventure type of books, particularly those that are set in the Florida Keys, you will love this book. I recommend it.
June 17, 2021
Full throttle
The action doesn’t stop and the cases are always evolving. The characters and their dynamics are fun. I love how the book opened with a major scene and then backtracked…it made me all upset as we got to know the characters and I fell in love with their work and friendship chemistries. Great dialogue and vivid descriptions. This was a fun book full of crime solving, intrigue, betrayal and action. Ryan is a cocky but sweet character with some baggage and one heck of a job. This seems like a good series and I look forward to more of his and Brads cases and friendship, hopefully more of RC and the bar, Amy and the beautiful descriptions of the keys and boats!
The action doesn’t stop and the cases are always evolving. The characters and their dynamics are fun. I love how the book opened with a major scene and then backtracked…it made me all upset as we got to know the characters and I fell in love with their work and friendship chemistries. Great dialogue and vivid descriptions. This was a fun book full of crime solving, intrigue, betrayal and action. Ryan is a cocky but sweet character with some baggage and one heck of a job. This seems like a good series and I look forward to more of his and Brads cases and friendship, hopefully more of RC and the bar, Amy and the beautiful descriptions of the keys and boats!
November 1, 2019
What a great start to a series by a promising new author! I can't wait to read the rest as they come out!
February 20, 2020
Picked this one to read because Jack Hardin is listed as co-author. In reality he just added his name to a re-release of a book written by Jason Briggs. This is all laid out in the "Forward" of the novel. At just over 200 pages it's almost a novella rather than novel. Quick read.
Pretty standard Florida Keys thriller. Ryan Savage works as an investigator for an off shoot of Homeland Security. As the reader learns early on, he doesn't follow the usual law enforcement rules of arrest.
Not as well written as Hardin's other work, Ellie O'Connor thrillers, but it will keep your attention if this genre is in your wheel house. As it's part of Amazon's Unlimited library, it's free to read. Part of a series, but with recurring characters, not a continuing story.
Pretty standard Florida Keys thriller. Ryan Savage works as an investigator for an off shoot of Homeland Security. As the reader learns early on, he doesn't follow the usual law enforcement rules of arrest.
Not as well written as Hardin's other work, Ellie O'Connor thrillers, but it will keep your attention if this genre is in your wheel house. As it's part of Amazon's Unlimited library, it's free to read. Part of a series, but with recurring characters, not a continuing story.
August 6, 2022
Most definitely a "who dunnit" series of ongoing adventures that you will enjoy following!
Definitely five stars worthy from beginning to end! The Author's uncanny descriptiveness of each and every exciting episode will certainly appease your innermost expectations! No slow downs throughout this compelling series of realistically motivated investigative reporting that successfully depicts how crooked some good guys can become, when money is involved!
Mr. Hardin is unsurpassed in his descriptive storylines that successfully maintains your undivided attention immediately, and never falters throughout this compelling series of realistically motivated investigative techniques! Too, the character selections were outstandingly portrayed from beginning to end! Their actions will appease your innermost expectations cover to cover!
I am a western folklore follower, but will enjoy an exceptionally outstanding mystery ever once in a while. I have read some of Savage's other stories, but apparently bypassed this one for some reason! Do yourselves a favor and enjoy this compelling series of unending investigative techniques, as I assure you to be completely entertained throughout the entire series of unending investigative techniques!!!😃
Definitely five stars worthy from beginning to end! The Author's uncanny descriptiveness of each and every exciting episode will certainly appease your innermost expectations! No slow downs throughout this compelling series of realistically motivated investigative reporting that successfully depicts how crooked some good guys can become, when money is involved!
Mr. Hardin is unsurpassed in his descriptive storylines that successfully maintains your undivided attention immediately, and never falters throughout this compelling series of realistically motivated investigative techniques! Too, the character selections were outstandingly portrayed from beginning to end! Their actions will appease your innermost expectations cover to cover!
I am a western folklore follower, but will enjoy an exceptionally outstanding mystery ever once in a while. I have read some of Savage's other stories, but apparently bypassed this one for some reason! Do yourselves a favor and enjoy this compelling series of unending investigative techniques, as I assure you to be completely entertained throughout the entire series of unending investigative techniques!!!😃
July 22, 2022
Ryan Savage is an investigator for a Homeland Security agency, whose base of operations is Southern Florida and the Caribbean. Fast paced with great descriptions of the locale. Interesting characters involved in preventing a timely threat to the American heartland. Can’t wait for book #2 of this series.
December 26, 2020
Savage Coast was a fun read. The action was non-stop, the characters believable, and the plot held my interest from beginning to end. I liked the setting in Key Largo and the Keys in Florida. Ryan and Brad, his partner, catch international bad guys. I'll read more by Jack Hardin.
September 12, 2021
Great Characters, Action, and Locations
An excellent book! Plenty of adventure and intrigue, good guys and bad guys, with lots of interesting twists to the plot. This could be made into a really good movie!
An excellent book! Plenty of adventure and intrigue, good guys and bad guys, with lots of interesting twists to the plot. This could be made into a really good movie!
December 21, 2019
Great book
Really good reading, loved the story line and all the characters. I like books set in the south and on the oceans. Looking forward to the next one.
Really good reading, loved the story line and all the characters. I like books set in the south and on the oceans. Looking forward to the next one.
May 19, 2020
Good read. page turner to the end
August 14, 2020
Well done
March 2, 2021
Fast paced, engrossing and well put together. Good book/series for those that love adventure
March 4, 2021
wonderful
a great book by a wonderful author ( new to me) awesome story telling with great characters and action. on to the next book
a great book by a wonderful author ( new to me) awesome story telling with great characters and action. on to the next book
March 7, 2021
ok 2.5 really
March 18, 2021
Always explosive
Plenty of action and suspense,characters are humorous and full of surprises. Will definitely read more books by this author again.
Plenty of action and suspense,characters are humorous and full of surprises. Will definitely read more books by this author again.
September 1, 2021
Suspenseful story
Enjoyed the story line and was very surprised by the end. Really good narrator. Would read more from this author.
Enjoyed the story line and was very surprised by the end. Really good narrator. Would read more from this author.
October 9, 2021
A thriller!
It's 0100 and I couldn't put Savage Coast down. A fun filled adventure worth your time. Don't pass up the chance to read this one.
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It's 0100 and I couldn't put Savage Coast down. A fun filled adventure worth your time. Don't pass up the chance to read this one.
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November 3, 2021
Great Story
Well thought out characters and story. If you like suspense, action, drama, and a little heart break this is for you. Great read.
Well thought out characters and story. If you like suspense, action, drama, and a little heart break this is for you. Great read.
July 7, 2022
Very enjoyable work
From the very start jack sets the pace and hooks you in. Hard to put down. Ok. I closed down once and finished next day. On to next one !!
From the very start jack sets the pace and hooks you in. Hard to put down. Ok. I closed down once and finished next day. On to next one !!
February 4, 2025
Savage Coast by Jack Hardin
Enjoyed this first book of the Ryan Savage series. I’ll look forward to reading book 2. long time fan of Jack Hardin’s writing.
Enjoyed this first book of the Ryan Savage series. I’ll look forward to reading book 2. long time fan of Jack Hardin’s writing.
June 7, 2025
This is a good start to a new series.
June 12, 2021
Fantastic!
There was definitely not a dull moment through out this none stop action read! I highly recommend this entertaining story!
There was definitely not a dull moment through out this none stop action read! I highly recommend this entertaining story!
November 26, 2019
Savage coast
Loved the characters and storyline. I c an see so many ways you can take ryan and brad on adventures main land keys Caribbean looking forward to there next adventure also for me your book was a page Turner already downloaded book 2
Loved the characters and storyline. I c an see so many ways you can take ryan and brad on adventures main land keys Caribbean looking forward to there next adventure also for me your book was a page Turner already downloaded book 2
November 23, 2020
Time well spent
A very good read on a rainy afternoon. The characters are well developed and the plot has a number of twists and turns. The accuracy of the Florida setting adds to the credibility.
A very good read on a rainy afternoon. The characters are well developed and the plot has a number of twists and turns. The accuracy of the Florida setting adds to the credibility.
April 9, 2020
A very good book.
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