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The Assassin's Betrayal
HARD-HITTING PULP ACTION – AS THE BULLETS BLAZE IN A SCORCHED EARTH SHOWDOWN THEY’LL DISCOVER WHAT TRULY MATTERS MOST.
In the cold, lonely world of hired guns, Malakai is a legendary trigger-puller. The victim of a twisted, abusive childhood that left him both physically and emotionally scarred, blood and bullets have become his religion. Once partnered with Gabriel Asher before he walked away, Malakai stayed with the Company, honing his lethal skills to become the quintessential lone wolf assassin.
When he is contracted to stop the Syndicate—a powerful Japanese crime organization—from blackmailing the chairperson of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Malakai discovers someone is playing Judas and he needs to flush them out before he gets burned.
As the chaos and carnage escalate, his life gets complicated by the arrival of a mysterious woman who may have even more scars on her soul than he does. But is she really who she says she is? With betrayal all around him, Malakai knows one wrong move could cost him his life.
When the Syndicate hires a ruthless assassin named Jesus to hunt him down, Malakai knows the only way to survive is to fight fire with hellfire.
Publisher’s Note: The Assassin’s Betrayal has been updated with new characters, major revisions, and an exhilarating new ending in this brand-new edition.
In the cold, lonely world of hired guns, Malakai is a legendary trigger-puller. The victim of a twisted, abusive childhood that left him both physically and emotionally scarred, blood and bullets have become his religion. Once partnered with Gabriel Asher before he walked away, Malakai stayed with the Company, honing his lethal skills to become the quintessential lone wolf assassin.
When he is contracted to stop the Syndicate—a powerful Japanese crime organization—from blackmailing the chairperson of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Malakai discovers someone is playing Judas and he needs to flush them out before he gets burned.
As the chaos and carnage escalate, his life gets complicated by the arrival of a mysterious woman who may have even more scars on her soul than he does. But is she really who she says she is? With betrayal all around him, Malakai knows one wrong move could cost him his life.
When the Syndicate hires a ruthless assassin named Jesus to hunt him down, Malakai knows the only way to survive is to fight fire with hellfire.
Publisher’s Note: The Assassin’s Betrayal has been updated with new characters, major revisions, and an exhilarating new ending in this brand-new edition.
297 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 21, 2021
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July 29, 2023
HARD-HITTING PULP ACTION – AS THE BULLETS BLAZE IN A SCORCHED EARTH SHOWDOWN THEY’LL DISCOVER WHAT TRULY MATTERS MOST.
The Assassins... Book 2... Great Action.... Fast Paced... Great Ending.... Just a fraction above Book 1, but two great books. Please continue with The Assassin's Series.
In the cold, lonely world of hired guns, Malakai is a legendary trigger-puller. The victim of a twisted, abusive childhood that left him both physically and emotionally scarred, blood and bullets have become his religion. Once partnered with Gabriel Asher before he walked away, Malakai stayed with the Company, honing his lethal skills to become the quintessential lone wolf assassin.
When he is contracted to stop the Syndicate—a powerful Japanese crime organization—from blackmailing the chairperson of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Malakai discovers someone is playing Judas and he needs to flush them out before he gets burned.
As the chaos and carnage escalate, his life gets complicated by the arrival of a mysterious woman who may have even more scars on her soul than he does. But is she really who she says she is? With betrayal all around him, Malakai knows one wrong move could cost him his life.
When the Syndicate hires a ruthless assassin named Jesus to hunt him down, Malakai knows the only way to survive is to fight fire with hellfire.
Both very close to the same story, Book 1 and Book 2 but understanding the story going forward, very clear and reading most books you will understand.
Just enjoy the strong, powerful action
Five stars. fast action filled rollercoaster.
The Assassins... Book 2... Great Action.... Fast Paced... Great Ending.... Just a fraction above Book 1, but two great books. Please continue with The Assassin's Series.
In the cold, lonely world of hired guns, Malakai is a legendary trigger-puller. The victim of a twisted, abusive childhood that left him both physically and emotionally scarred, blood and bullets have become his religion. Once partnered with Gabriel Asher before he walked away, Malakai stayed with the Company, honing his lethal skills to become the quintessential lone wolf assassin.
When he is contracted to stop the Syndicate—a powerful Japanese crime organization—from blackmailing the chairperson of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Malakai discovers someone is playing Judas and he needs to flush them out before he gets burned.
As the chaos and carnage escalate, his life gets complicated by the arrival of a mysterious woman who may have even more scars on her soul than he does. But is she really who she says she is? With betrayal all around him, Malakai knows one wrong move could cost him his life.
When the Syndicate hires a ruthless assassin named Jesus to hunt him down, Malakai knows the only way to survive is to fight fire with hellfire.
Both very close to the same story, Book 1 and Book 2 but understanding the story going forward, very clear and reading most books you will understand.
Just enjoy the strong, powerful action
Five stars. fast action filled rollercoaster.
July 21, 2021
Another Hardcore action story from a guy who loves his action movies.
Well written, easy to read, and a story that doesn't let up.
Once again, as stated, a reprint that has had a full overhaul so that it reads like a totally new book.
The start of what will be hopefully a long running series.
Well written, easy to read, and a story that doesn't let up.
Once again, as stated, a reprint that has had a full overhaul so that it reads like a totally new book.
The start of what will be hopefully a long running series.
July 21, 2021
Absolutely the Best Hardcore Action Ever!
Readers looking for a visceral combination of raw, redemptive drama mixed with unflinching violence and a touch of romance, this more than fulfills any such desire! No slow spots; only high speed page-turner action throughout!
Readers looking for a visceral combination of raw, redemptive drama mixed with unflinching violence and a touch of romance, this more than fulfills any such desire! No slow spots; only high speed page-turner action throughout!
March 8, 2025
good read
August 3, 2025
Good read
It is a bit over the top, but it is an easy read, good story and likable characters. Highly recommend.
It is a bit over the top, but it is an easy read, good story and likable characters. Highly recommend.
August 13, 2021
Can A Story About Assassins Have A Soft Ending?
After reading this book I am conflicted. Can you have a soft ending to a story about an assassin's life and exploits? I'll not answer that for you but you'll need to read this book and its prequel. You'll read of plenty of death, wounds, beatings and gun play. You'll read about plots and conniving and worse against enemies, real and perceived. But through it all both books, this one especially, will show you something you never thought you'd read about in thrillers like this. And that is this, don't figure the ending out too soon. You just might be wrong.
After reading this book I am conflicted. Can you have a soft ending to a story about an assassin's life and exploits? I'll not answer that for you but you'll need to read this book and its prequel. You'll read of plenty of death, wounds, beatings and gun play. You'll read about plots and conniving and worse against enemies, real and perceived. But through it all both books, this one especially, will show you something you never thought you'd read about in thrillers like this. And that is this, don't figure the ending out too soon. You just might be wrong.
December 14, 2021
I’m glad Allen is getting the reviews he’s gotten for his “the Assassins” series. Writing is not an easy task. I’m also glad I read through them both, and in particular, this one today. To me, both novels are the same: Killer kills really bad guys, meets girl who always has a perfect rear end, he falls for her, as she awakens a still voice within his being that indicates he’ll change and you’re off to the gory ending. The end.
January 23, 2022
Amazingly awesome
I love this newer series. Mr Allen is a different kind of writer, he gets at the character's inner emotions and personality better than most. I absolutley love the way he writes. Keep them coming.
I love this newer series. Mr Allen is a different kind of writer, he gets at the character's inner emotions and personality better than most. I absolutley love the way he writes. Keep them coming.
February 8, 2022
Wowzers
This is my kind of book. Great characters,great plot, can't put down booking absolutely loved every fix king minute of it. Can't wait to read more of his books. These two were fantastic.
This is my kind of book. Great characters,great plot, can't put down booking absolutely loved every fix king minute of it. Can't wait to read more of his books. These two were fantastic.
April 22, 2022
Great series!
I now have another author to follow. What a great series with action and no filler. Love how the Asher and Malakai story developed. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series!
I now have another author to follow. What a great series with action and no filler. Love how the Asher and Malakai story developed. I'm looking forward to the next book in this series!
August 16, 2021
Fun
Sorry for the previous review regarding an Edit. The car got swapped. Just was reading too fast. Looking forward to the next read.
Sorry for the previous review regarding an Edit. The car got swapped. Just was reading too fast. Looking forward to the next read.
November 16, 2021
Sadly DNF. I struggled on to about 50% but it just became s story about malaki and a whore(sic) I'm not interested in any kind of love story so I got bored quickly by this & gave up.
December 19, 2021
Good Series
I have read both 1 & 2 in this series and hope there is more coming. Action packed with twists and turns.
I have read both 1 & 2 in this series and hope there is more coming. Action packed with twists and turns.
February 13, 2022
The Assassins
The two books were AWESOME! The adventures, the characters, the writing were all great! I am looking forward to more!
The two books were AWESOME! The adventures, the characters, the writing were all great! I am looking forward to more!
May 2, 2022
quick read
Nice book 2. A quick read but some over the top action. I rolled my eyes a time or two, but read the entire book.
Nice book 2. A quick read but some over the top action. I rolled my eyes a time or two, but read the entire book.
December 31, 2022
4 Stars
The Assassin's Betrayal (The Assassins Book #2) by Mark Allen.
Full review still to come.
The Assassin's Betrayal (The Assassins Book #2) by Mark Allen.
Full review still to come.
August 7, 2023
Enjoyed this installment a lot. It's been a while since I read the first in the series, so it was great to get back into this author's world.
October 6, 2025
Hardcore pulp action with Malakai. Awesome!
January 19, 2022
Good action novel
Like “The Assassin’s Prayer,””The Assassin’s Betrayal” was a good “ blood and guts” action novel. The author knows his weapons well, and his non-stop action/thriller holds your attention from start to finish.
Like “The Assassin’s Prayer,””The Assassin’s Betrayal” was a good “ blood and guts” action novel. The author knows his weapons well, and his non-stop action/thriller holds your attention from start to finish.
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