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Dead Drop [Marc Miller #3]
SLEEPING WITH THE ENEMY
“He was a criminal who sold weapons illegally, purchased sex slaves and had people whacked. In every other respect, I liked the guy.”
In order to begin moving on with his life, former pro diver Marc hatches a plan to infiltrate a criminal gang. It goes wrong from the outset. Especially when he’s presented with a romantic dilemma.
Then, while taking part in an audacious scheme in the middle of the Mediterranean, he realises he’s not the only one with a secret agenda.
“He was a criminal who sold weapons illegally, purchased sex slaves and had people whacked. In every other respect, I liked the guy.”
In order to begin moving on with his life, former pro diver Marc hatches a plan to infiltrate a criminal gang. It goes wrong from the outset. Especially when he’s presented with a romantic dilemma.
Then, while taking part in an audacious scheme in the middle of the Mediterranean, he realises he’s not the only one with a secret agenda.
219 pages, Paperback
Published January 4, 2021
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Tom Dawn
5 books12 followersAuthor of the Marc Miller action thrillers Dead Drop, Acts of Revenge and Descent
Also Knights of the Blackdowns published in 2020.
Also Knights of the Blackdowns published in 2020.
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April 16, 2021
A thriller, the third in a series about Marc Miller, a professional diver. The novel is set in various Mediterranean countries. Marc, whilst on bail, awaiting trial in Malta, becomes involved with a very complicated and chancy delivery of illegal arms out at sea.
This isn’t my usual genre of novels and but found it an interesting read, judging the work from a general perspective. I liked the cover and the blurb on the back; they certainly grabbed the readers’ interest. The book starts really well and sets the scene immediately. ‘Dead Drop’ is written in the first person; and is a fast moving story full of intrigue and danger. The author keeps up the pace right up to the last chapter. The description of the ‘dead drop’ was exciting. The principle characters are well depicted, and it’s clear that Marc Miller is dealing with a ruthless gang of criminals.
For me, there was one major problem with this novel. There were no admirable characters for the reader to identify with. There was nobody that I could be rooting for. Marc Miller certainly didn’t come over as a good guy. He seemed to be almost as much a criminal as the callous, amoral gang he was working for. There is plenty of conflict, but insufficient conflict between the bad and the good for me.
If reading adventure escapism is what you enjoy, this would be a good choice for you.
This isn’t my usual genre of novels and but found it an interesting read, judging the work from a general perspective. I liked the cover and the blurb on the back; they certainly grabbed the readers’ interest. The book starts really well and sets the scene immediately. ‘Dead Drop’ is written in the first person; and is a fast moving story full of intrigue and danger. The author keeps up the pace right up to the last chapter. The description of the ‘dead drop’ was exciting. The principle characters are well depicted, and it’s clear that Marc Miller is dealing with a ruthless gang of criminals.
For me, there was one major problem with this novel. There were no admirable characters for the reader to identify with. There was nobody that I could be rooting for. Marc Miller certainly didn’t come over as a good guy. He seemed to be almost as much a criminal as the callous, amoral gang he was working for. There is plenty of conflict, but insufficient conflict between the bad and the good for me.
If reading adventure escapism is what you enjoy, this would be a good choice for you.
January 6, 2021
I've really enjoyed writing the Marc Miller series (which you can read in any order). After this, his third book, Marc and I shall be taking another break while I complete another project. I do like seeing other people's feedback (mostly!) so please do say what you liked about the book (or otherwise).
There is some violence in the novel, which sensitive readers may find difficult.
From my point of view, Marc's life appears as chaotic as ever, and his place in the world remains uncertain. However, in the course of this story he began to understand his own motivations better, especially in respect of his intimate relationships. Had he enjoyed this self-awareness earlier in the series, perhaps the stories would have gone a different way.
There is some violence in the novel, which sensitive readers may find difficult.
From my point of view, Marc's life appears as chaotic as ever, and his place in the world remains uncertain. However, in the course of this story he began to understand his own motivations better, especially in respect of his intimate relationships. Had he enjoyed this self-awareness earlier in the series, perhaps the stories would have gone a different way.
October 17, 2021
Fast paced thrilled - reminded me of a James Bond film!
January 12, 2021
On form. Contains one of the most dramatic suspense scenes you will ever read. Recommend reading.
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