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Peter Black #6
The Last Run
FATE HAS AN IRONIC SENSE OF TIMING...
Hardened ex-hitman Peter Black is back working the dark corridors of the CIA. It just so happens that fate has an ironic sense of timing. His first week back coincides with the unleashing of a cataclysmic virus that plunges the world into unparalleled turmoil. The sole antidote hides in a secret lab hidden beneath Sudan’s burning desert. But with the country on the verge of civil war, the CIA’s initial extraction mission fails, losing the vital cure in a maelstrom of savage violence.
As the clock ticks and desperation grows, Peter is thrown into the conflict’s raging heart, racing to retrieve the cure while evading deadly threats. Navigating a gauntlet of hostile soldiers, renegade rebels, ruthless bounty hunters, cunning Russian agents, thieves and scoundrels, Peter strives to pull humanity back from the brink of annihilation in this thrilling tale of survival, courage, and redemption.
Hardened ex-hitman Peter Black is back working the dark corridors of the CIA. It just so happens that fate has an ironic sense of timing. His first week back coincides with the unleashing of a cataclysmic virus that plunges the world into unparalleled turmoil. The sole antidote hides in a secret lab hidden beneath Sudan’s burning desert. But with the country on the verge of civil war, the CIA’s initial extraction mission fails, losing the vital cure in a maelstrom of savage violence.
As the clock ticks and desperation grows, Peter is thrown into the conflict’s raging heart, racing to retrieve the cure while evading deadly threats. Navigating a gauntlet of hostile soldiers, renegade rebels, ruthless bounty hunters, cunning Russian agents, thieves and scoundrels, Peter strives to pull humanity back from the brink of annihilation in this thrilling tale of survival, courage, and redemption.
- GenresThriller
307 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 24, 2023
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David Archer
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David Archer was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. He is a fiction author and novelist, writing in the mysteries and thrillers genre. His approach to writing is to hit deep, keep you entertained, and leave you wanting MORE with every turn of the page. He writes mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels, all of which are primed to get your heart pumping.
David Archer was born and raised in Bakersfield, California. He is a fiction author and novelist, writing in the mysteries and thrillers genre. His approach to writing is to hit deep, keep you entertained, and leave you wanting MORE with every turn of the page. He writes mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels, all of which are primed to get your heart pumping.
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November 24, 2023
I enjoyed the previous books though I think #5 was a significant drop in quality compared to the earlier ones.
But this. What the heck? Feels like it was written by an entirely different author.
Also, entire SCENES are stolen right from the classic movie The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. It can sometimes be a bit charming with some references to things like that but it feels like entire chapters are more or less copy/pasted from the script and just "modernized" a bit. Spoilers follow:
Maybe I am overreacting a bit here but there's a fine line between homage and plagiarism and the author(s) here just stomped right across it and are comfortably far on the wrong side of it IMO. Embarrassing.
But this. What the heck? Feels like it was written by an entirely different author.
Also, entire SCENES are stolen right from the classic movie The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. It can sometimes be a bit charming with some references to things like that but it feels like entire chapters are more or less copy/pasted from the script and just "modernized" a bit. Spoilers follow:
Maybe I am overreacting a bit here but there's a fine line between homage and plagiarism and the author(s) here just stomped right across it and are comfortably far on the wrong side of it IMO. Embarrassing.
January 4, 2024
A little drawn out with Peter facing death in every battle.
And the fate of the world rests on a child with the serum caught in a country's internal war and the US:
* only has 1 person trying to find and extract her over the course of a few days. Chuck Norris apparently wasn't available.
* US is afraid to send in any help for extraction because of a 3rd world internal war, even if the fate of the world is at hand. Really??? And to make it better/worse they send only 1 helicopter with 2 people. Guess the full force of our military wasn't available. Painful to read this play out.
And the fate of the world rests on a child with the serum caught in a country's internal war and the US:
* only has 1 person trying to find and extract her over the course of a few days. Chuck Norris apparently wasn't available.
* US is afraid to send in any help for extraction because of a 3rd world internal war, even if the fate of the world is at hand. Really??? And to make it better/worse they send only 1 helicopter with 2 people. Guess the full force of our military wasn't available. Painful to read this play out.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 17, 2023
A new but more lethal Covid
Peter is tasked with finding a missing undercover CIA agent. Unbeknownst to Peter, his real task is finding a young girl who has a lethal disease injected into her, a disease that she is immune to. His task is endangered b an old nemesis, Timmy, who is now a Russian agent. The Russian is bent on killing the girl to stop her from becoming the antidote to the disease released by the Russians. ENJOY!
Peter is tasked with finding a missing undercover CIA agent. Unbeknownst to Peter, his real task is finding a young girl who has a lethal disease injected into her, a disease that she is immune to. His task is endangered b an old nemesis, Timmy, who is now a Russian agent. The Russian is bent on killing the girl to stop her from becoming the antidote to the disease released by the Russians. ENJOY!
January 15, 2024
CC1
This is y best Peter Black book yet !!! Peter goes back to CIA without Mikey or his girlfriend knowing. He adapts to the assignment then gets caught up war in Sudan. Then he finds out Tommy (Hunter) is involved on the Russian side. So it becomes a contest between both to get Leila to America!! The Rat saved his life twice and no one will know! Absolutely fantastic!!! 20 stars plus!!!! Thanks, Carl Clause
This is y best Peter Black book yet !!! Peter goes back to CIA without Mikey or his girlfriend knowing. He adapts to the assignment then gets caught up war in Sudan. Then he finds out Tommy (Hunter) is involved on the Russian side. So it becomes a contest between both to get Leila to America!! The Rat saved his life twice and no one will know! Absolutely fantastic!!! 20 stars plus!!!! Thanks, Carl Clause
October 25, 2023
OMG. What a phenomenal read this was. This had all the action and tension we have come to expect from this series, once again glued to every page. But for me , this felt so real , given the history of the area that the action was set.
A masterful piece of action thriller suspense.
Wholeheartedly recommend this for your reading pleasure.
A masterful piece of action thriller suspense.
Wholeheartedly recommend this for your reading pleasure.
December 8, 2023
Exciting series. Continual places of danger and escape
This series is exciting with so much action. The different countries make that more interesting. I am no good with names so I often skip trying to pronounce them. The story was good enough to keep turning pages til the end. Keeping previous characters showing is good even if it BB the bad guys.
This series is exciting with so much action. The different countries make that more interesting. I am no good with names so I often skip trying to pronounce them. The story was good enough to keep turning pages til the end. Keeping previous characters showing is good even if it BB the bad guys.
November 6, 2023
Whilst this was certainly action packed and kept me turning pages, I felt that the whole reason for the mission (a new virus threat to the world) was glossed over at the end. If you're happy to read the book for the thrill and excitement of the action, then it's certainly enjoyable.
November 30, 2023
reality stinks
The enemies of America never stop trying to destroy everyone and everything around us. What we ask of our people to safely secure our lives goes beyond comprehension.
This is such a story- fictional yet scarily nonfiction.
The enemies of America never stop trying to destroy everyone and everything around us. What we ask of our people to safely secure our lives goes beyond comprehension.
This is such a story- fictional yet scarily nonfiction.
February 11, 2024
Worse one yet
I think I’m gonna give up with the series. Way too much fluff. Peter the master assassin is beaten in ability by the rat and “he’s not beaten yet” is like a chorus. Bye Pete
I think I’m gonna give up with the series. Way too much fluff. Peter the master assassin is beaten in ability by the rat and “he’s not beaten yet” is like a chorus. Bye Pete
March 18, 2024
I hadn't read anything by this author before, so maybe that explains a lot. I expected to learn more about the toxin the Russians were cooking up, but all I learned was how many martial arts Peter was an expert in, and how well he and The Rat could fight.
May 13, 2024
The good, the bad, and the ugly
The author needs to give full credit to Sergio Leone of spaghetti western fame since he stole many of the elements of his story directly from the above referenced movie.
The author needs to give full credit to Sergio Leone of spaghetti western fame since he stole many of the elements of his story directly from the above referenced movie.
November 18, 2024
Thought provoking and frightening....
In a world filled with tumult and hostility, there is an ever increasing need for the services of those elite operatives who can steer the helm to safety and a facade of "normal" for the masses. Such is the life for Azrael.....Solid 5+ stars!
In a world filled with tumult and hostility, there is an ever increasing need for the services of those elite operatives who can steer the helm to safety and a facade of "normal" for the masses. Such is the life for Azrael.....Solid 5+ stars!
October 30, 2023
Unrelenting Suspense
Really was enthralled by the developing characters. The bad guy turning out to be the good guy was certainly engrossing.
Really was enthralled by the developing characters. The bad guy turning out to be the good guy was certainly engrossing.
November 4, 2023
Not up to par
Too many twists & turns, ups & downs & way too much graphic descriptions of villains & violence & too many good guys killed.
Too many twists & turns, ups & downs & way too much graphic descriptions of villains & violence & too many good guys killed.
November 7, 2023
Awesome story, characters and non-stop action.
November 16, 2023
Another edge of the seat roller coaster ride
Great plot, great characters and storyline.
A proper edge of the seat ride.
Only took a few days to read
Great plot, great characters and storyline.
A proper edge of the seat ride.
Only took a few days to read
November 19, 2023
Just like Rapp
Black has started his new job for the CIA. His son thinks he works on a merchant ship. What happen when Dad's away, the world is saved!
Black has started his new job for the CIA. His son thinks he works on a merchant ship. What happen when Dad's away, the world is saved!
December 22, 2023
Great story.
I liked this one for the action and the characters. I would recommend it to any one of my friends.
I liked this one for the action and the characters. I would recommend it to any one of my friends.
December 25, 2023
the good,bad & the ugly
References was amusing. It was a good read. Looking forward to next one 7 more words 4 more words done
References was amusing. It was a good read. Looking forward to next one 7 more words 4 more words done
December 26, 2023
Loved it!
Lots of action and I loved how the story alternated between characters view points! What's next for us and Peter Black
Lots of action and I loved how the story alternated between characters view points! What's next for us and Peter Black
December 28, 2023
Deadly but exciting
What a terrific novel we can all relate to after COVID. Extreme measures to find the girl who can save the world.
What a terrific novel we can all relate to after COVID. Extreme measures to find the girl who can save the world.
January 4, 2024
Last run
Peter finds himself going against an old acquaintance and he needs to be able to use his abilities and keep those with him safe
Peter finds himself going against an old acquaintance and he needs to be able to use his abilities and keep those with him safe
February 13, 2024
Pretty bad. Previous ones were ok but this was trash.
March 22, 2024
This guy always getting captured
He can't be that good, always getting captured in the most Dumb. and simple ways !
Too much dumb shit for a guy with all that training!
He can't be that good, always getting captured in the most Dumb. and simple ways !
Too much dumb shit for a guy with all that training!
June 28, 2024
Great read
The books in the series never disappoint. Rh3 Last Run is intelligently written, great plot. Very timely, too. Enjoyed this book a lot. Highly recommend
The books in the series never disappoint. Rh3 Last Run is intelligently written, great plot. Very timely, too. Enjoyed this book a lot. Highly recommend
July 11, 2024
Hard to read. Seems like it was written by someone else!
February 18, 2025
Crap
A lot of words and lack of story. Hyperbolic nonsense . Could have been told in half the time and in a lot better language.
A lot of words and lack of story. Hyperbolic nonsense . Could have been told in half the time and in a lot better language.
January 4, 2024
Sandy
Agree with other reviews, a step up from the last book. Action pretty relentless. 'The Rat' a good characters, your love of him changes throughout.
Agree with other reviews, a step up from the last book. Action pretty relentless. 'The Rat' a good characters, your love of him changes throughout.
June 5, 2024
very good read
Very enjoyable read, really identified with the Characters and the fast moving storyline. Now onto the next book in the series
Very enjoyable read, really identified with the Characters and the fast moving storyline. Now onto the next book in the series
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