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Alex King #12
Hunter Killer
It had been a well-orchestrated defection when King put a Russian bio-weapons scientist on a British submarine under heavy gunfire. But he should have checked. Should have checked that the asset wasn’t contaminated. Tragically infected with the biological agent she was smuggling to the West, King has been burdened not only by her fate, but of the one hundred and eighteen men onboard the submarine when it disappeared.
Aurora is the world’s foremost green energy pioneer and operate an R&D facility onboard a ring of former oil rigs anchored in the Barents Sea. Now a UNESCO green sanctuary, no military presence is permitted within an area the size of France. Aurora has discovered the sunken British submarine and a neutral consortium has been contracted to salvage the vessel and tow it to the Faroe Islands, where the Royal Navy will take possession under the eyes of the world’s press.
With cutting-edge technology, weapons and a terrible secret on board, King is sent to defend Britain’s interests, but soon discovers foreign agents have a more deadly agenda.
Aurora is the world’s foremost green energy pioneer and operate an R&D facility onboard a ring of former oil rigs anchored in the Barents Sea. Now a UNESCO green sanctuary, no military presence is permitted within an area the size of France. Aurora has discovered the sunken British submarine and a neutral consortium has been contracted to salvage the vessel and tow it to the Faroe Islands, where the Royal Navy will take possession under the eyes of the world’s press.
With cutting-edge technology, weapons and a terrible secret on board, King is sent to defend Britain’s interests, but soon discovers foreign agents have a more deadly agenda.
405 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 22, 2021
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About the author
A.P. Bateman
44 books79 followersA P Bateman is the author of seventeen novels, with twelve of his titles reaching No.1 in Amazon's paid top 100 categories in all Amazon regions and four titles reaching No.1 in Kindle sales in the USA, UK, Canada and Australia.
He has a background in close protection and investigations which has given him a unique insight into the scenarios and locations his characters find themselves in.
His hobbies are swimming, driving, archery, shooting and food; his passions are travel and writing.
He has recently released his seventeenth novel - "Hunter Killer" - the twelfth book in the highly acclaimed Alex King series.
You can keep up with A P Bateman and discover more at his Facebook page: @authorapbateman or his website: www.apbateman.com
Reading Order:
The Rob Stone Series:
1) The Ares Virus
2) The Town
3) The Island
The Alex King Series:
1) The Contract Man
2) Lies and Retribution
3) Shadows of Good Friday (A series prequel)
4) The Five
5) Reaper
6) Stormbound
7) Breakout
8) From the Shadows
9) Rogue
10) The Asset
11) Last Man Standing
12) Hunter Killer
Standalone Novels:
Hell's Mouth
Unforgotten
Short Stories:
The Perfect Murder?
Atonement (an Alex King thriller)
He has a background in close protection and investigations which has given him a unique insight into the scenarios and locations his characters find themselves in.
His hobbies are swimming, driving, archery, shooting and food; his passions are travel and writing.
He has recently released his seventeenth novel - "Hunter Killer" - the twelfth book in the highly acclaimed Alex King series.
You can keep up with A P Bateman and discover more at his Facebook page: @authorapbateman or his website: www.apbateman.com
Reading Order:
The Rob Stone Series:
1) The Ares Virus
2) The Town
3) The Island
The Alex King Series:
1) The Contract Man
2) Lies and Retribution
3) Shadows of Good Friday (A series prequel)
4) The Five
5) Reaper
6) Stormbound
7) Breakout
8) From the Shadows
9) Rogue
10) The Asset
11) Last Man Standing
12) Hunter Killer
Standalone Novels:
Hell's Mouth
Unforgotten
Short Stories:
The Perfect Murder?
Atonement (an Alex King thriller)
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April 2, 2021
Yet another tantalising thriller
If there is one benefit of the recent lockdown it is that this, the twelfth in the Alex King series, has followed on so comparatively quickly after the last, Last Man Standing. All our favourite characters are here so starting Hunter Killer felt like being back in the family or slipping on a familiar and well-worn, comfortable jacket.
The sixth Alex King thriller was Stormbound and Hunter Killer is very much a sequel. In Stormbound, King had facilitated the defection of a Russian scientist. After a difficult journey, he has been able to transfer her to a Royal Navy submarine and thought his job was done but it was not to be. The submarine disappeared and the Russian scientist is infected with a killer disease. King’s job in Hunter Killer is to oversee the operation after the missing sub had been found and deal with the consequences. However, others also share his interest and will stop at nothing to get what they want.
As usual, Bateman’s writing is realistic and highly detailed to the point of being informative, especially when it comes to weaponry. This detail adds to the credibility of the plot and the pleasure of the reader who immediately senses that the author knows his stuff. There are subplots galore that add to the interest and although we always know that King will triumph there’s plenty of tension which adds a seed of doubt – will he be able to pull it off this time?
Although this might be the twelfth in the series it can be read as a stand-alone novel as the characters are as well developed in this as in The Contract Man which is the first of the Alex King stories. Many authors churn out a series almost as cash cows once they have found a popular character and developed a following. Bateman stands apart from this crowd and has the talent to maintain the freshness needed to retain the reader’s interest. I am addicted to the characters and look forward to the next.
mr zorg
Elite Reviewing group received a copy of the book to review
If there is one benefit of the recent lockdown it is that this, the twelfth in the Alex King series, has followed on so comparatively quickly after the last, Last Man Standing. All our favourite characters are here so starting Hunter Killer felt like being back in the family or slipping on a familiar and well-worn, comfortable jacket.
The sixth Alex King thriller was Stormbound and Hunter Killer is very much a sequel. In Stormbound, King had facilitated the defection of a Russian scientist. After a difficult journey, he has been able to transfer her to a Royal Navy submarine and thought his job was done but it was not to be. The submarine disappeared and the Russian scientist is infected with a killer disease. King’s job in Hunter Killer is to oversee the operation after the missing sub had been found and deal with the consequences. However, others also share his interest and will stop at nothing to get what they want.
As usual, Bateman’s writing is realistic and highly detailed to the point of being informative, especially when it comes to weaponry. This detail adds to the credibility of the plot and the pleasure of the reader who immediately senses that the author knows his stuff. There are subplots galore that add to the interest and although we always know that King will triumph there’s plenty of tension which adds a seed of doubt – will he be able to pull it off this time?
Although this might be the twelfth in the series it can be read as a stand-alone novel as the characters are as well developed in this as in The Contract Man which is the first of the Alex King stories. Many authors churn out a series almost as cash cows once they have found a popular character and developed a following. Bateman stands apart from this crowd and has the talent to maintain the freshness needed to retain the reader’s interest. I am addicted to the characters and look forward to the next.
mr zorg
Elite Reviewing group received a copy of the book to review
May 31, 2021
Best books I've read in a long time
I'm 64 and have read books for the last 50yrs it take a lot to keep me interested especially in 12 sequels but these books have kept me glued to everyone....I have enjoyed every one immensely and been educated about things I wouldn't have dreamed of . Mr Bateman thank you I will definitely be reading your other books.
I'm 64 and have read books for the last 50yrs it take a lot to keep me interested especially in 12 sequels but these books have kept me glued to everyone....I have enjoyed every one immensely and been educated about things I wouldn't have dreamed of . Mr Bateman thank you I will definitely be reading your other books.
February 28, 2024
Hunter kills
I've just watched Vigil in the BBC and it was interesting to see inside a UK Nuclear sub while reading about subs in this
story. I enjoyed the two separate plot lines births was a little rushed in places, this sub text with the CIA agent is being but clumsy in this story . Still, an enjoyable read.
I've just watched Vigil in the BBC and it was interesting to see inside a UK Nuclear sub while reading about subs in this
story. I enjoyed the two separate plot lines births was a little rushed in places, this sub text with the CIA agent is being but clumsy in this story . Still, an enjoyable read.
April 30, 2021
Thriller a minute
Caroline and Alex face daunting odds on separate missions. We see how far Caroline will go to right a wrong. Alex is his usual, at all costs, self doing everything and more to complete his mission. A great quick read.
Caroline and Alex face daunting odds on separate missions. We see how far Caroline will go to right a wrong. Alex is his usual, at all costs, self doing everything and more to complete his mission. A great quick read.
May 24, 2021
Another great thriller...but
Sadly, it seems this Arctic thriller "gave birth" to another story plot just as it was getting going. Normally, like with a sandwich, more is better. But not here. Tell the lead story. Then add the second one as a bonus feature?
Sadly, it seems this Arctic thriller "gave birth" to another story plot just as it was getting going. Normally, like with a sandwich, more is better. But not here. Tell the lead story. Then add the second one as a bonus feature?
May 31, 2021
Excellent read
Good writing as usual from Mr Bateman coupled with a great set of characters and a great story. Alex king never fails to please. A great way to pass my work coffee breaks.
Good writing as usual from Mr Bateman coupled with a great set of characters and a great story. Alex king never fails to please. A great way to pass my work coffee breaks.
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July 22, 2021Interesting read
There is an interesting mingling of plot lines that each involve characters from the previous installments of the series. The central protagonists seem to be moving even more to the edge of the establishment setting. I wonder where this might lead
There is an interesting mingling of plot lines that each involve characters from the previous installments of the series. The central protagonists seem to be moving even more to the edge of the establishment setting. I wonder where this might lead
October 23, 2022
Hunter Killer
A good spy novel.
King is tasked with blowing up a British sub lying on the sea bed.
The crew are presumed dead and MI5 cannot risk enemies getting the technology.
However spies and submarines from their enemies are also in play.
A good spy novel.
King is tasked with blowing up a British sub lying on the sea bed.
The crew are presumed dead and MI5 cannot risk enemies getting the technology.
However spies and submarines from their enemies are also in play.
July 23, 2021
Superb stories
Just discovered this author and ripped through all 12 books
Now will have to wait and see if he writes any more in this series
Just discovered this author and ripped through all 12 books
Now will have to wait and see if he writes any more in this series
August 11, 2021
Great read
As always great story line that could easily been true in this modern age. So looking forward to the next one.
I am sure it will be another great read.
As always great story line that could easily been true in this modern age. So looking forward to the next one.
I am sure it will be another great read.
November 8, 2021
Alex King is up there with Jack Reacher as a ruthless but totally believable hero. Realistic narrative and satisfying outcomes have led me through all 12 of these novels. Highly recommended.
March 18, 2022
Brilliant
Another brilliant read, very enjoyable, hopefully there will be more from Alex King in the future, together with the expanding team
Another brilliant read, very enjoyable, hopefully there will be more from Alex King in the future, together with the expanding team
September 11, 2022
It's always a pleasure to join Alex on his action packed missions.
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