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TCR Episode #143 | Nelson DeMille and Alex DeMille - BLOOD LINES

In this episode, New York Times bestselling authors Nelson DeMille and Alex DeMille prove that brilliance runs in the BLOOD LINES… We discuss their latest collaboration, an intricately constructed thriller that kept us guessing till the final page.
BLOOD LINES features the return of Army CID Special Agents Brodie and Taylor who are on the hunt for the cold-blooded murderer of one of their fellow agents.
Army Criminal Investigation Agents Scott Brodie and Maggie Taylor have been separated for five months following their last assignment, a dangerous mission in Venezuela to locate and detain an infamous Army deserter. Now, in Berlin, they are reunited and tasked with investigating the murder of one of their own: CID Special Agent Harry Vance of the 5th MP Battalion, an accomplished counterterrorism agent who had been stationed in western Germany, and whose body was discovered in a city park in the heart of Berlin’s Arab refugee community.The authorities suspect this is an act of Islamic terrorism, but Brodie and Taylor soon believe there is more to this case. The reason for Vance’s presence in Berlin is unknown, and as Brodie and Taylor work to discover what the murder victim was doing in the days and weeks preceding his death, they become immersed in the many conflicts and contradictions of modern Germany—the Arab refugee crisis, the dark legacy of the Cold War and the Stasi secret police, and the imminent threats of a rising neo-Nazi movement. At the same time, they are butting heads with the authorities—both German and American—and facing a possible threat from American intelligence agents who fear that Brodie and Taylor might have learned too much about US clandestine operations during their mission in Venezuela.Ultimately, Brodie and Taylor realize that the murder of Harry Vance was merely the prelude to a much more sinister future event—unless they can unravel the mystery in time to stop it.
Nelson DeMille is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty-two novels, seven of which were #1 New York Times bestsellers. His novels include The Maze, The Deserter (written with Alex DeMille), The Cuban Affair, Word of Honor, Plum Island, The Charm School, The Gold Coast, and The General’s Daughter, which was made into a major motion picture, starring John Travolta and Madeleine Stowe. He has written short stories, book reviews, and articles for magazines and newspapers. Nelson DeMille is a combat-decorated US Army veteran, a member of Mensa, Poets & Writers, and the Authors Guild, and past president of the Mystery Writers of America. He is also a member of the International Thriller Writers, who honored him as 2015 ThrillerMaster of the Year. He lives on Long Island with his family. You can learn more about Nelson by visiting: https://nelsondemille.net/
Alex DeMille is a director, film editor, and author of the New York Times bestselling novel The Deserter (written with Nelson DeMille). He grew up on Long Island and received a BA from Yale University and an MFA in film directing from UCLA. He has won multiple awards and fellowships for his screenplays and films, including The Absence, which was named Best Film at Comic-Con in 2012. He has edited numerous commercials, shorts, and independent feature films, among them My Nephew Emmett, which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short in 2018. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife and daughter. Learn more about Alex by visiting: https://alexdemille.com/
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TCR Episode #142 | Andrew Welsh-Huggins - END OF THE ROAD

In this episode, the Crew ventures to the end of the road to chat with journalist-turned-thriller author Andrew Welsh-Huggins.
In "The End of the Road," Myles's testimony should have landed Pryor, their one-eyed ringleader, in jail after a botched bank robbery, but Pryor escaped unscathed while Myles served time. Now, determined to leave his criminal past behind, Myles must kill Pryor to start anew. A violent clash between them leaves Myles in critical condition, prompting his girlfriend Penny to seek revenge and a chance at a normal life. Meanwhile, Pryor and his gang plan their biggest heist targeting an Ohio bank, with Penny in pursuit. As Pryor leaves chaos in his wake, this fast-paced rural noir showcases Andrew Welsh-Huggins' mastery of suspense and vivid characters, set in the heart of the Midwest.
Praise for The End of the Road:
A Library Journal Best Thriller Book of the Year
"An elegant crime story … packed with quirky, entertaining characters and told in flowing prose that has a life of its own…. Recommend this to action fans and to anyone who can respond to golden―if blood-soaked―prose."― Booklist
"A crackerjack crime yarn chockablock with miscreants and a supersonic pace." ― Kirkus
Andrew Welsh-Huggins is a reporter for the Associated Press in Columbus, Ohio by day and author of seven books in the Andy Hayes private eye series, featuring a former Ohio State and Cleveland Browns quarterback turned investigator, by even earlier in the day. He is the editor of the Columbus Noir anthology from Akashic Books, and the author of two nonfiction books, No Winners Here Tonight, the definitive history of Ohio's death penalty, and Hatred At Home, about the terrorism prosecution of three Ohio friends. His mystery fiction has appeared in Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, Mystery Weekly, and Mystery Tribune among others.
🔗 Connect with Andrew:
Website: https://www.andrewwelshhuggins.com/Twitter: @awhcolumbusFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AndyHayesMysteries/
Purchase "The End of the Road" at: https://penzlerpublishers.com/product/the-end-of-the-road/
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TCR Episode #141 | Ken Jaworowski - SMALL TOWN SINS

The Crew indulges in "Small Town Sins" with the brilliant Ken Jaworowski, a former New York Times critic turned author. In this episode, we delve into the story behind the story of "Small Town Sins," which Publisher's Weekly hails as a "satisfying thriller with finely drawn, highly sympathetic characters."
Join us on an exploration of Locksburg, Pennsylvania, a seemingly quiet town where secrets run deep. Meet its fascinating residents, including Andy Devon, a recovering addict determined to unearth a sinister secret; Callie, a compassionate nurse embarking on an unexpected adventure; and Nathan Stultz, the town's resident good guy whose newfound fortune unleashes both freedom and chaos.
We unravel Ken Jaworowski's masterful storytelling, where the veneer of small-town life conceals a world of suspense, secrets, and intricate characters. "Small Town Sins" delivers twists, turns, and a captivating look into the human condition.
Special co-host Jim Thomsen loved it, we loved it, and you'll love this book too. 
🔗 Connect with Ken Jaworowski:
Website: https://kenjaworowski.com/Twitter: @KenJaworowskiInstagram: @kenjaworowski
Purchase "SMALL TOWN SIN" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Small-Town-Sins-Ken-Jaworowski/dp/1250881676/
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TCR Episode #140 | Taylor Moore -RICOCHET

In this exciting episode of The Crew Review Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome back Taylor Moore for the third time! Join us as we dive into the electrifying world of his latest release, "RICOCHET," the third installment in the heart-pounding Garrett Kohl thriller series.
📚 Book Synopsis:DEA Special Agent Garrett Kohl is back and facing his most intense mission yet. Returning home to Texas after an elite CIA counterespionage assignment, Garrett's hope for a peaceful life is shattered when he's pulled into an off-the-books investigation. With his unique skill set as a deep cover narcotics agent and former Green Beret, Garrett partners with a diverse crew of outcasts and outlaws to stop extortionists and prevent devastating destruction in the Texas High Plains community.
🎙️ Highlights from the Episode:
Meet the Author: Taylor Moore joins us once again to share insights into his inspiration for "Ricochet" and the evolution of the Garrett Kohl series.Thrilling Espionage: We discuss the complex world of espionage and the challenges Garrett Kohl faces as he races against time to unravel a web of blackmail and sabotage.
Dynamic Characters: Dive into the diverse cast of characters, from Garrett Kohl himself to the ragtag crew of outlaws, each driven by their desire to protect their homes and loved ones.
Texas High Plains: Explore the wild and alluring backdrop of the Texas High Plains, a setting that plays a vital role in the story's intensity.
Action and Suspense: Discover how Taylor Moore masterfully builds tension and keeps readers on the edge of their seats throughout "Ricochet."
The Lightning Round: The usual shenanigans plus movie quotes, country music, and football.
📖 About the Author:Taylor Moore is the author of Firestorm and Down Range, which was nominated for the Barry Award for Best First Novel, named a Strand Magazine Best Mystery of the year, and selected for the Texas Library Association’s Lariat Reading List. He is a sixth-generation Texan who grew up on a farm and ranch northwest of Houston and is a former CIA Intelligence Officer who worked in both analysis and operations and later consulted for the Department of Defense in Theater Security Cooperation, Force Protection, and Counternarcotics. He now lives in the Texas Panhandle with his wife and two children, where he is a full-time author, screenwriter, and speaker. Ricochet is Moore’s third novel featuring Garrett Kohl..
🔗 Connect with Taylor Moore:
Website: www.taylormoorebooks.comTwitter: @97_taylormooreInstagram: @rtaylormoore97📚 Check Out "Ricochet" and the Garrett Kohl Series:
Purchase "Ricochet" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ricochet-Garrett-Kohl-Novel/dp/0063292378/
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TCR Episode #139 | Steve Berry & Grant Blackwood - THE 9TH MAN

Get ready for an edge-of-your-seat episode as the Crew sits down with bestselling authors Steve Berry and Grant Blackwood to unravel the secrets behind their latest heart-stopping thriller, "The 9th Man." 
Join us as we dive into the high-octane world of Magellan Billet operative Luke Daniels, who finds himself entangled in a deadly plot involving America's most infamous assassination.
In this riveting interview, we'll explore the twists and turns that lead Luke Daniels on a pulse-pounding journey to uncover the truth about that fateful day in Dallas. Brace yourself for a new perspective on the assassination and a web of conspiracy that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew.
Don't miss this gripping discussion with Steve Berry and Grant Blackwood as they take us behind the scenes of "The 9th Man," a thriller that combines history, espionage, and relentless suspense. Join us as we explore the enigmatic "ninth man" and the shocking revelations that could change history forever. Tune in for a roller-coaster ride filled with intrigue, danger, and unexpected twists you won't want to miss.
Steve Berry is the New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author of sixteen Cotton Malone novels, five stand-alone thrillers, and several works of short fiction. He has 25 million books in print, translated into over 40 languages. With his wife, Elizabeth, he is the founder of History Matters, an organization dedicated to historical preservation. He serves as an emeritus member of the Smithsonian Libraries Advisory Board and was a founding member of International Thriller Writers, formerly serving as its co‑president.
Grant Blackwood is the New York Times bestselling author of the Briggs Tanner series, (The End of Enemies, The Wall of Night, and An Echo of War), the co-author of the Fargo Adventure Series (Spartan Gold, Lost Empire, and The Kingdom) with Clive Cussler, as well as the co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Dead or Alive, with Tom Clancy, and the new thriller, The Kill Switch, with James Rollins. A U. S. Navy veteran, Grant spent three years aboard a guided missile frigate as an Operations Specialist and a Pilot Rescue Swimmer. Grant lives in Arizona, where he is working his own standalone series starring a new hero._________________________________________________________________
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TCR Episode #138 | Don Bentley - FLASH POINT

The entire crew assembled to welcome Don Bentley back to The Crew Reviews. Join us as we dive into the heart-pounding world of Tom Clancy's "Flash Point" and discover the high-stakes challenges that await Jack Ryan, Jr.
"Bentley proves himself a worthy successor to Tom Clancy" - Publishers Weekly
In this electrifying installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling series, Jack Ryan, Jr. faces his toughest test yet. As the son of a man who understood the price of freedom, Jack is about to learn firsthand the sacrifices demanded in the pursuit of justice.
When a routine surveillance mission takes a deadly turn, Jack finds himself thrust into a battle against an elusive enemy hell-bent on destroying the Campus. Racing against time, Jack's pursuit takes him to the volatile South China Sea, where a collision between rival nations threatens to ignite a catastrophic conflict. With the Campus under attack and Jack struggling to unravel the conspiracy, he becomes the de facto leader, shouldering the weight of a nation's hopes.
As tensions escalate and the mysterious adversary orchestrates a masterful plan to cripple the American government, China lurks on the brink of invading Taiwan. With limited resources and facing overwhelming odds, Jack and his battered team must prevent a war between the world's superpowers, all while fighting for their own survival within the tightening grip of danger.
Experience the relentless suspense and heart-stopping action as Jack Ryan, Jr. races against time to avert catastrophe. But in a world where every operation exacts a cost, the bill for this mission may prove too steep to bear.
Join us for an enthralling conversation with Don Bentley, as he takes us behind the scenes of "Flash Point" and reveals the challenges, thrills, and high-stakes twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss this captivating podcast interview featuring the masterful storyteller behind the Jack Ryan, Jr. series.
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TCR Episode #137 | Bill Schweigart - THE GUILTY ONE

The Crew interrogates Bill Schweigart about his fantastic new novel THE GUILTY ONE. Not allowed to take the fifth, Schweigart implicates himself as a damn fine author and a very funny man.
“A raw, visceral, hard-charging police procedural and a relentless thriller packed into one explosive novel. You’ll finish this book breathless.”—Lee Goldberg, New York Times bestselling author of Movieland 
A hero cop thwarts a brutal murder and can’t remember a thing about it. But memories return—and so do the nightmares in this breathlessly paced thriller for fans of David Ricciardi and Michael Connelly.Every town needs a hero—and Detective Cal Farrell fits the bill. He stopped an active shooter six months earlier, and now he’s become the darling of the Alexandria press. The problem is that Cal remembers nothing from that day. He’s working with a psychiatrist to recover his memories, but hasn’t had much luck.Then, on one of his morning runs, he is once again the first on scene for a grisly discovery—a body hanging impossibly high on a tree. Soon there’s another victim, killed by a blade and dumped in a ravine. As the bodies begin to stack up, each staged more gruesomely than the last, Cal sees a baroque pattern to the crimes that no one else seems to understand—something out of legend.As Alexandria dubs the serial killer “Old Town Jack,” Cal learns that the only thing a city loves more than creating a hero is tearing one down. And if he can’t get to the truth, this hometown hero might just be next in line for destruction.
The Other Side of Night is a thought-provoking, moving “head-spinner of a novel” (John Connolly) with intriguing narratives and plot swerves that will leave you reeling. By the end, you’ll be shaken as each piece slots satisfyingly into place.
Bill Schweigart is the author of THE GUILTY ONE and “Women and Children First,” as story co-written with James Patterson in THREE DAYS TO LIVE. He is also the author of The Fatal Folklore Trilogy, which includes THE BEAST OF BARCROFT, NORTHWOODS, and THE DEVIL’s COLONY. He is a former Coast Guard officer who from his experiences at sea to write the nautical thriller, SLIPPING THE CABLE and the romantic comedy, RUNNING LIGHT. Bill currently lives in Arlington, VA with his wife and daughter, who along with their monstrous Newfoundland and four cats, provide him with all the adventure he can handle..
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TCR Episode #136 | Gregg Hurwitz - THE LAST ORPHAN

The Crew is back... and so is Evan Smoak!
In this episode, the guys are joined by New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz to discuss his latest Orphan X thriller, THE LAST ORPHAN. 
As a child, Evan Smoak was plucked out of a group home, raised and trained as an off-the-books assassin for the government as part of the Orphan Program. When he broke with the Program and went deep underground, he left with a lot of secrets in his head that the government would do anything to make sure never got out.
He remade himself as The Nowhere Man, dedicated to helping the most desperate when they have nowhere else to turn, which landed him back on the government's radar. Having eliminated most of the other living Orphans, the government will stop at nothing to end the threat they see in Evan. But Orphan X has always been several steps ahead of his pursuers.
Until he makes one little mistake...
Now the President has him in her control and offers Evan a deal — eliminate a rich, powerful man she says is too dangerous to live and, in turn, she'll let Evan survive. But when Evan left the Program he swore to only use his skills against those who really deserve it. Now he has to decide what's more important — his principles or his life.
You can learn more by going to https://gregghurwitz.net/
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