Bøger af Brian Shea

Seeking justice for her father's murder, Leads Hatch halfway across the world.A ruthless warlord stands in the way.Hatch is forced to take a stand.And it very well could be her last. On the trail of her father's killer, Hatch finds the path leads to a remote village in Africa. A vicious warlord controls the area in a stranglehold of violence. Hatch finds a fight she never sought, but one her personal code won't let her walk away from. Outnumbered and outgunned, Hatch is forced to hold nothing back if she ever hopes to get out alive.

They were promised a simple job. Now they're fighting for their lives.When a so-called "easy op" to protect business tycoon Drake Cryer on a shady deal goes horribly wrong, former Delta Force operative Shepherd and his top-notch partner Lucky are faced with a situation that's quickly spiraling into chaos. The pair are catapulted into a deadly mission to escape the clutches of a vicious Russian warlord.Forced to team up with the infamous Darcy Brothers-a legendary mercenary duo with an uncanny ability to cheat death-Shepherd and Lucky must push their skills to the brink if they want to get out alive.But they're stranded deep in hostile territory. With a sinister extortion plot hanging over the head of the CEO they swore to protect, Shepherd and his team will need to dance with the devil as they carry out a cunning plan to escape the country in one piece.Death lurks around every corner-because nowhere is safe when you're Among Wolves.As the explosive sequel in the action-packed Shepherd and Fox thriller series, USA Today bestselling authors Brian Shea and Kristi Belcamino bring you a suspense-fueled thrill ride that's perfect for fans of Stieg Larsson's The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, David Baldacci's The Innocent, and Jack Carr's The Terminal List.

Seeking answers to her father's death.Hatch finds herself in a small town outside of Las Cruses, New Mexico.Controlled by a vicious street gang.A family caught in the crossfire.Hatch sets out to make things right. The quaint town of Luna Vista, turns out to be anything but. A ruthless gang runs a section of the town. In searching for the truth about her father's past, she's pitted against a criminal network that exposes the town's dark secret. Hatch puts her life on the line to help a boy escape the clutches of the gang. Her act puts her in peril. She finds herself in a battle as treacherous as any she's faced before, against an enemy hellbent on stopping her. Danger lurks around every corner. Hatch 's code, a simple one, Help good people and punish those who hurt others, may prove more difficult a task as the forces against her mount. A whirlwind of threats converge like the unpredictable desert weather and threaten to crash down upon her. Not afraid of a good fight, Hatch prepares herself for her most difficult battle of her life. Downburst is designed with the dynamic pacing and story telling fans of L.T. Ryan and Brian Shea have become accustomed to. This sequel is filled with twists and turns, and the relentless pacing that will keep readers turning pages until the very last word.

Hatch sets out in relentless pursuitTo save the one that got away.She finds herself surrounded by a sea of enemies, And the price for keeping her promiseMight just cost Hatch her life.Don't miss the explosive sixth installment of the Rachel Hatch thriller series!Failure has never been an option for Rachel Hatch. A promise made to a teenage girl trapped by a powerful human trafficking ring must be kept.Hatch's search takes her deep into Mexico where the rules are different and the enemies are numerous. Finding the girl is only half of the problem. Getting her back home proves to be just as difficult, if not more so.With two rival cartels on the brink of war and Hatch caught in the middle, she must use everything in her arsenal to survive.

THEY KILLED THE WRONG GIRL. RACHEL HATCH WILL MAKE THEM PAY. USA TODAY & Amazon 2-million copy bestselling author L.T. RYAN has teamed up with police detective Brian Shea for this debut novel in the gripping Rachel Hatch mystery thriller series. Ex-Army criminal investigator Rachel Hatch is a drifter. No home. No commitments. Until her sister's drowning drags her back to the town she left fifteen years ago. Convinced her sister's death was no accident, Hatch partners with the local sheriff, Dalton Savage to uncover the truth. Every answer unlocks another question, and as the investigation begins to unravel, Hatch and Savage find their lives on the line. Hatch is forced to use her special set of skills - forged on the field of combat - to learn the truth about her sister and bring those responsible to justice. The first novel in one of the most highly-anticipated collaborative series this decade, DRIFT is a tightly woven story, with deeply-developed and endearing characters that will have you rooting for them at every turn, set at an exhilarating pace that will keep you turning pages late into the night.

Some people can't start over.Some pasts you can't outrun.And when Rachel Hatch's past comes back to haunt her, The only thing she can do is what she does best.Fight. Rachel Hatch returns to Hawk's Landing after closing the chapter on her father's death. She wants nothing more than to reconnect with her family and to find a new sense of normal. But sometimes the gap between what you want and what you get is as wide as a canyon. A death on a neighboring reservation has Sheriff Dalton Savage and his small department working overtime to figure out the truth. Hatch tries to maintain her distance from the case. As the case investigation progresses, Hatch's past comes crashing back. To save the people who matter most in her life, Hatch must make the ultimate sacrifice.

Michael Kelly-a man shackled by duty-is hell-bent on taking down Boston's most untouchable gangster. His adversary? Connor Walsh, the brutal Irish mob boss who has dominated the city's underworld, untouched and unchallenged, for decades. Kelly is no stranger to danger. This mission, to dismantle the kingpin's empire from the inside out, requires him to shed his badge, cross the blue line, and plunge headfirst into the city's gritty underbelly. But first, Kelly must survive a sham prison sentence to complete the first act of his dangerous subterfuge: a ninety-day stint in MCI-Cedar Junction, the prison better known as Walpole. With just two days left to freedom and each heartbeat counting down the seconds until he reunites with his daughter, Kelly's plans derail dramatically. A new inmate stokes the fires of rebellion, throwing the prison into violent chaos. When a guard is taken hostage, Kelly is faced with a harrowing choice: seek sanctuary...or risk his life for the endangered guard. In the heart of Walpole, where every corner promises a deadly game of survival, Kelly makes the only choice he can live with. As the riot spirals out of control and a punishing Nor'easter bears down on the state, Kelly charges headlong into the belly of the beast. Every second counts. Every decision could be his last. The question is, how far will he go to save the guard...and himself? From the corridors of power to the cellblocks of Walpole, Into the Gray is a nerve-racking journey into the darker corners of crime and retribution. A gripping exploration of loyalty, sacrifice, and the thin line between law and chaos. Prepare to be captivated by this intense, atmospheric thriller. _________________ What readers are saying: "...remarkable..." "...dark and gritty..." "...awe-inspiring novel." "Brian Shea has done it again." "Definitely for fans of Robert Parker's Spenser series."

"Booker Johnson, an Emmy-winning TV reporter on the brink of losing everything, stumbles upon a horrific crime scene in South Florida. Teaming up with no-nonsense police detective Brielle Jensen, they dive into the case, unraveling a web of deception, manipulation, and murder that reaches the highest echelons of power. As Booker uncovers the sinister truth behind a mysterious group pulling the strings, he finds his own life in jeopardy. With personal troubles brewing and powerful forces trying to silence him, he must risk it all to expose the truth. As the stakes continue to rise, can Booker bring the mastermind to justice and reveal their dark secrets to the world? Will the truth set him free, or will it be his final broadcast?" --

The Raven is back. And this time, he's not playing games. The aide of a powerful U.S. Senator is killed in a mysterious car crash in a remote part of the Tahoe National Forest. Twelve hours later and fifty miles away, ATF Agent Lexi Mills is called away from her honeymoon to defuse a bomb in an active bank robbery where a sniper's bullet nearly takes her out. Clues found at both scenes point to one person-the Raven. Lexi and her partner, Nathan Croft, are on the hunt for the notorious criminal mastermind who has eluded them for months. Their efforts uncover a sinister plot involving the Raven and a controversial high-tech weapons project. A conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power in the federal government. With the president threatening to kill the experimental project, increasingly desperate attempts to defy her result in a rising body count. Peeling back layers of deceit, Lexi realizes the unholy alliance has its sights set on something that could bring the country to its knees: their next target is the president. Now the hunter has become the prey, and the Raven is closing in. One wrong step could be Lexi's last. Mills and Croft must risk everything to stop an assassination. When lives are at stake, no matter how remote the chance of success, Lexi Mills refuses to back down. REMOTE is the fifth novel in the pulse-pounding Lexi Mills series by award-winning writer and retired US Air Force officerStacy Lynn Miller and former detective and WSJ Best-Selling author Brian Shea. Packed with explosive action and heart-stopping suspense, this book is a must-read for fans of Lee Child and David Baldacci.

As a brutal serial killer terrorizes a migrant camp on the Polish border, an FBI profiler must get inside his twisted mind...before another little girl is killed.On the border between Poland and Belarus, thousands of migrants are struggling for survival. But illness and unsanitary conditions aren't the worst of it.The first girl's death is too brutal to be an accident. The second sends a wave of panic through the camp.When the third body is discovered, there's no escaping the horrifying truth: a serial killer is on the loose inside the camp, and the local authorities are powerless to stop him.FBI profiler Sterling Gray is an expert at reading troubled minds. On loan to Interpol, he is called in on behalf of the Polish government to assist in identifying the killer. Gray goes undercover as a member of the Doctors Without Borders program, using his time inside the camp to profile the killer, but quickly finds other dangers lurking around every corner.Gray's profile of the killer leads to a swift arrest, but something doesn't feel right. And when a new shocking truth emerges, Gray must risk everything to return to the camps.or another little girl will die.The clock is ticking. The hunt is on for the Butcher of Belarus.USA Today bestselling author Ty Hutchinson and former detective and WSJ Best Selling author Brian Shea deliver a fast-paced mystery series filled with twists, perfect for fans of James Patterson and Michael Connelly.______________________What readers are saying: "...perfect..." "Buckle Up!" "...danger and suspense..." "...thoroughly gripping and intense..." "Brian Shea and Ty Hutchinson are at the top of my list of best writers."

As FBI Agent Sterling Gray races to catch a serial killer hunting women in the American heartland, a chilling set of similar murders appears in London.For FBI profiler Sterling Gray, every day in the Bureau's Behavior Analysis Unit is another shot at redemption. A chance to make up for the lives he failed to save in the past. And a chance to banish his nightmares once and for all.But a new nightmare is about to begin...When multiple women go missing from a university campus in Iowa, the FBI sends Special Agent Gray, rising star of the BAU, as their lead investigator. The clock is ticking. The killer keeps each woman alive for only three days before dumping their bodies in a cornfield.But when Interpol suddenly contacts him about a similar investigation in London, Sterling's case is turned on its head.Now Gray must follow the trail of a killer known only as The Mirror Man. To profile this diabolical man, Gray must enter the killer's twisted mind. Think how he thinks. Feel how he feels. Gray must become a dark reflection of himself, staring back from the mirror.But this time, the killer is on to his game.And the hunter is about to become the prey...The riveting first novel in the Sterling Gray FBI Profiler series. From USA Today bestselling author Ty Hutchinson and former detective and WSJ Best Selling author Brian Shea. HUNTING THE MIRROR MAN is a fast-paced mystery filled with twists, perfect for fans of James Patterson and Michael Connelly.______________________What readers are saying: "...ingenious..." "...it's just that good." "Agent Sterling was fantastic." "...the coolest nerd in law enforcement..." "The situations are intense, the characters are riveting, the story is shocking. Very Highly Recommended."

A suspicious disappearanceA father's long quest for justiceConnected by a secret spanning over twenty yearsKelly sets out to expose the truthAs a killer aims to silence him foreverThe son of Boston Police Chief Tom Ryan goes missing on a harbor cruise. As the suspicious circumstances around his disappearance take shape, Detective Michael Kelly soon finds this case has startling implications that hit home, both personally and professionally.With Barnes on administrative leave, Kelly is partnered with Homicide's newest member, Mark Cahill, a rising star coming off an impressive tour of duty with BPD's Narcotics Unit. The two face incredible odds as they set out to uncover the COLD HARD TRUTH.The fifth installment in the Boston Crime Series showcases Kelly's indomitable tenacity as he faces off with a dangerous criminal hellbent on ensuring that the truth never sees the light of day.

Acclaimed author Brian Shea is back with SIGN OF THE MAKER, the fourth book in his heart-pounding Boston Crime Thriller Series."Brian Shea is the real deal," -Steve Konkoly, USA Today Bestselling Author of the Ryan Decker SeriesWhen a bomber targets the city he loves, Detective Kelly must decide how far he'll go to stop them.A blast rips through downtown Boston on an early October morning and Detective Michael Kelly races to the scene. But before he can begin to make sense of the attack, another explosion sends shockwaves through the city.Reeling, and desperate for answers, Kelly and his team begin a citywide manhunt. The only clue from the blast site leads Kelly to an inmate - who is less than eager to help.As Kelly hones in on the forensics, his source reveals the killer's next targets. Armed with this knowledge, Kelly and his team rush to get out ahead of the mysterious murderer.But with the city at stake and the clock literally ticking, one wrong move could have catastrophic consequences.Can Kelly catch the bomber before time runs out?___________________________What readers are saying about Brian Shea and SIGN OF THE MAKER: "I loved it!" "...by far his best!" "Definitely recommend this read!" "Excellent plot, well developed characters with a great ending!" "Doesn't get better than a former Boston detective spinning Boston crime stories."

From the acclaimed author of ITW Award finalist Murder Board comes a searing case that will drive Detective Michael Kelly to the brink."Brian Shea is the real deal," -Steve Konkoly, USA Today Bestselling Author of the Ryan Decker SeriesBoston Homicide Detective Michael Kelly has just been called to a gruesome crime scene at a church. A priest has been murdered, and Kelly's bosses see a media circus in the making. Kelly sees a connection to a cold case that has haunted him for years.With the FBI now involved, Kelly must use instincts honed on the tough streets of Dorchester to help investigators stay one step ahead of a cruel killer. And he must rely on the lifelong bonds forged on the streets where he grew up to provide him with answers.Because this murdered priest was just the first step on an unrelenting path of vengeance-and the killer isn't going to stop until his own twisted brand of justice gets served.Brian Shea brings his background as a former detective to write propulsive, tautly plotted thrillers, and The Penitent One is his most intense book yet.

With two street gangs on the brink of war, Detective Michael Kelly must solve a murder before the entire town goes up in flames.Boston Homicide Detective Michael Kelly just took his latest case. It seemed simple enough: a convenience store clerk gunned down in cold blood.There's just one catch...the store was under the protection of the Irish mob.Now the city is a powder-keg, and Kelly must solve the murders before it explodes in further bloodshed.______________________________BRIAN SHEA has served as both a military officer and law enforcement Detective. His authentic crime fiction novels have been enjoyed by countless readers around the world. Recommended for fans of Michael Connolly's Harry Bosch, David Baldacci's John Puller, and James Patterson's Alex Cross.______________________________What readers are saying: "... it was everything I hoped for." "This is another masterful Brian Shea crime thriller! He never disappoints!" "Fast paced with an ending you didn't see coming. Have already pre-ordered book three." "I have read police fiction books by many, many authors. None of them, absolutely none, are as intense and exciting as Bleeding Blue." "Not only a great thriller with plenty of twists and action to hold your attention, but also some powerful moments the author's experiences surely had a hand in writing."

On the tough streets of Boston, justice requires a detective who isn't afraid to break the rules. Recommended for fans of THE DEPARTED and BOSCH. "Brian Shea is the real deal. A veteran detective turned thriller author...It truly doesn't get any better..." -Steve Konkoly, USA Today Bestselling Author of the Ryan Decker Series _______________________________ The crime sent shockwaves through the entire city. But for Boston homicide detective Michael Kelly, the case hits particularly close to home. Kelly was born and raised only a few blocks from where the girl's body was found. He still has friends living in the old neighborhood. Some are cops. Others run the Irish mob. And when Kelly's investigation uncovers a shocking conspiracy, he realizes that he'll need to use all of his unique connections to solve the case. Because Kelly is determined to bring the killer to justice. Whatever the cost... _______________________________ The first novel in the most suspenseful crime series to hit bookstores in years. Written by a former detective, Murder Board is perfect for fans of Michael Connolly's Harry Bosch, David Baldacci's John Puller, and James Patterson's Alex Cross. "...a superbly written and suspenseful thriller..." -T.R. Ragan, NYT Bestselling Author "With his background as a cop, Brian Shea adds a dose of realism to his writing few authors can match...." -Jeff Carson, Author of the Bestselling David Wolf Series

When a senator's daughter is found dead in a Boston alleyway, former FBI agent Nick Lawrence is called into action.A powerful new drug has hit the streets of Massachusetts, and overdoses are skyrocketing to epidemic proportions. Senator Buzz Litchfield's daughter is the latest opioid death, and he wants justice. Law enforcement is being told to take the gloves off; to come down hard on the rampant drug rings that have plagued the area.Nick Lawrence and the Valhalla Group are tasked with taking down the distribution network, and must partner with Boston's elite Tactical Narcotics Team to get the job done.But just as they're about to make a bust, things go south. And Nick realizes that in the war on drugs, corruption is everywhere. And nothing is what it seems.___________________________Praise for Brian Shea and MURDER 8: "Awesome story and great characters!" "Highly entertaining and nail-biting suspense." "...cancel your plans and read this book today." "Action, Suspense, Corruption and ends with a bang!" "An excellent book and series that I would highly recommend. Don't miss this one."BRIAN SHEA has served as both a military officer and law enforcement Detective. His authentic crime fiction novels have been enjoyed by countless readers around the world. His books are recommended for readers who enjoy Michael Connolly's Harry Bosch, David Baldacci's John Puller, or James Patterson's Alex Cross.

Another school shooting. Another senseless act of violence. But this one is different. It isn't random. It was orchestrated by a mysterious outsider. And it's just the beginning. "This is Shea at his absolute best." The warning was released soon after the first school shooting. It came from an untraceable source, and threatened a similar violent incident at one school in each state across the country. Soon the entire nation is plunged into a state of panic. As law enforcement desperately searches for the group responsible, former FBI agent Nick Lawrence is called up by an old friend. They need Nick's unique set of skills to find and stop a twisted criminal mastermind...before he claims his next victims. _______________________________________ Praise for Brian Shea: "...quick-moving, exciting, and eventful." -Booklife Prize Critic's Report "Shea's background in law enforcement gives the well-researched book authenticity." -The Williamson County Sun _______________________________________ What readers are saying about Brain Shea and the Nick Lawrence Series: "Thought provoking and deliciously controversial." "There's no fluff in this book. Every word pulls you toward the climax." "The world is no longer black and white, and this book shines a brighter light than most." _______________________________________ BRIAN SHEA has served as both a military officer and law enforcement Detective. His authentic crime fiction novels have been enjoyed by countless readers around the world. His books are recommended for readers who enjoy Michael Connolly's Harry Bosch, David Baldacci's John Puller, or James Patterson's Alex Cross.

FBI Special Agent Nick Lawrence is in hot pursuit of a brilliant serial killer. He's also the next target on the killer's list. The serial killer is known as The Ferryman. His series of unpredictable and horrific murders have terrified the residents of Austin, Texas, and stymied local law enforcement. Special Agent Cheryl Simmons of the FBI's Behavioral Analysis Unit is known throughout the Bureau as a legend among their elite profilers. For the better part of the last four years, she's devoted herself to tracking The Ferryman, and this may be her best chance to catch him. For the killer has chosen fellow FBI Agent Nick Lawrence as his next victim. Why? No one knows. When will he attack? No one knows that either. But the Ferryman is coming. Soon. And using Nick as bait is the only way to catch him... Shea's third book in the Nick Lawrence series delivers the knockout punch fans have come to expect. BURNING TRUTH is a fast-paced thrill ride filled with twists that will keep you guessing until the very end. _______________________________________ What people are saying about Brian Shea and BURNING TRUTH: "Couldn't put it down once I started with it." "Outstanding novel; my favorite of this past year." "Shea's third book in his series is nothing short of another hit." "I'm heavily invested in these characters. Still highly recommend! This is a fantastic series." "The characters in his books are defined so well through descriptions and dialogue that I feel I have met them." _______________________________________ BRIAN SHEA has served as both a military officer and law enforcement Detective. His authentic crime fiction novels have been enjoyed by countless readers around the world. His books are recommended for readers who enjoy Michael Connolly's Harry Bosch, David Baldacci's John Puller, or James Patterson's Alex Cross.

For a young victim of human trafficking, FBI Agent Nick Lawrence is the only hope. "A gripping and action-filled storyline make this sequel a standout page-turner." -Booklife Prize Critic's Report Nick Lawrence rejoins his old unit, the FBI's Violent Crimes Against Children task force. The career move puts him in Austin, Texas-and onto the case of a young girl on the run. She's been thrust into a foreign land against her will. Armed only with a set of skills bestowed by her father, she embarks on a perilous journey to keep a promise-as she is hunted by a ruthless human trafficking ring. Nick teams up with local law enforcement, intent on saving the girl and dismantling the criminal organization trying to reach her first. But as a greater conspiracy unfolds, Nick finds himself in a deadly game of cat and mouse. The opposition is more powerful than he could have imagined-and they're intent on silencing him, and the girl, forever. With his second installment in the Nick Lawrence Series, Shea delivers a fast-paced, thrill-filled sequel to its well-received predecessor, KILL LIST. ________________________________ What people are saying about Brian Shea and PURSUIT OF JUSTICE: "...an engrossing and entertaining read!" "I found myself identifying with every character's personality in this book." "Fast paced thriller relevant to human trafficking going on today on a global scale." "If you have any doubt that former military make great law enforcement heroes, then Nick Lawrence will convince you. If you doubt that they can also make great writers... Shea will do the same. I'm convinced and plan to follow both of them." ________________________________ BRIAN SHEA has served as both a military officer and law enforcement Detective. His authentic crime fiction novels have been enjoyed by countless readers around the world. His books are recommended for readers who enjoy Michael Connolly's Harry Bosch, David Baldacci's John Puller, or James Patterson's Alex Cross.

They call him the Raven.His mistake was picking the wrong agent to cross.Now the hunt is on.Fresh off her victory over Tony Belcher and his Aryan extremists, seasoned ATF agent Lexi Mills finds herself in the crosshairs of a new and deadly enemy-a killer who uses intricate weapons of destruction as his signature calling card.When a small West Texas town is rocked by a high-profile murder trial, a powerful suspect faces a judge he can't buy off. As the trial captures the media spotlight, Lexi discovers a mysterious connection between the suspect and a man at the top of her most-wanted list-and is quickly catapulted into the toughest investigation of her career.Hot on the trail of an elusive killer who has already put one ATF agent in a body bag, Mills and her newfound ally Nathan Croft must plunge into a deep pool of corruption and conspiracy to unearth the true identity of the Raven.But with every step forward the danger increases and the pressure mounts. Lives are hanging in the balance.and something is about to blow.PRESSURE is the fourth novel in the explosive Lexi Mills series by award-winning writer and retired US Air Force officer Stacy Lynn Miller and former detective and WSJ Best Selling author Brian Shea. A propulsive action thriller with an unforgettable heroine, perfect for fans of Lee Child and David Baldacci.________________________What readers are saying: "...exhilarating..." "...jaw dropping..." "...hold your breath..." "...fast-paced, full-of-action..." "Time is of the essence and the hunt is on."