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Mike Monahan

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in Bronx, New York, The United States

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Suspense, Mystery & Thrillers, History

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Mike Monahan was born in the Bronx, NY. His father and grandfather were NYC Police officers so it was only natural that he follow the same "calling" and continue the proud family tradition. Scuba diving became a hobby that grew into a passion sending the Bronx cop across the globe in search of famous shipwrecks to explore. Mike Monahan earned the coveted gold detective shield before retiring from the NYPD. He has since turned his police and scuba experiences into writing thriller novels. Barracuda is the first of these novels. New hobbies include sea kayaking, fishing, bike riding, golf, scuba and cruising upstate NY on his motorcycle. The author is living the bachelor life again living in a waterfront condo in NY. ...more

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Average rating: 3.7 · 143 ratings · 35 reviews · 10 distinct works • Similar authors

	Barracuda by Mike Monahan (Goodreads Author), Monahan, Mike 3.47 avg rating — 95 ratings — published 2007 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Armageddon Denied 4.14 avg rating — 28 ratings — 10 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Treasure of Hart Island: A Novel 3.92 avg rating — 12 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Phantom of Penn Station 4.25 avg rating — 4 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Intricate Art of Making Old Friends by Neil Hetzner, Mike Monahan (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) 4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Job's New Job by Neil Hetzner, Mike Monahan (Goodreads Author) (Illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Perilous Adventures of Dot and Dash by Neil Hetzner, Mike Monahan (Goodreads Author) (illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Armageddon Reignited 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — published 2025	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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A serial killer is on the loose and hiding in the abandoned tunnels and catacombs beneath New York's iconic Penn Station. Women are not safe waiting for trains on dark platforms late at night. It's Christmas week and several women have been reported missing. Local newspapers have dubbed the felon, The Phantom. NYPD Detective Mick O'Shaughnessy has been tasked with hunting down the Phantom. Micko m Read more of this blog post »

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message 12: by Mike

Mar 18, 2025 08:03AM

The first book in my new trilogy.
Armageddon Denied thrusts readers into the turbulent world of geopolitical intrigue and looming global catastrophe. The story kicks off with the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, leaving behind an array of untold dangers, from abandoned allies to the looming threat of nuclear material falling into the wrong hands. As multiple global powers vie for dominance, the novel seamlessly weaves together the military's role in the South China Sea, the Taliban's resurgence, and a daring rescue mission involving a rogue Task Force. The narrative focuses on Detective Mike O'Shaughnessy, a weathered NYPD officer, who is unexpectedly pulled into a covert mission with the elite Task Force Pineapple to rescue stranded American assets from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. Alongside him is Ameen, a former interpreter for U.S. forces, who holds vital information about an imminent terrorist attack on U.S. soil. As the story escalates, the race to prevent a nuclear dirty bomb plot in New York intensifies, leading the characters from the chaotic streets of Kabul to the tense skies of international politics. Brimming with action, intrigue, and a chilling portrayal of modern warfare, Armageddon Denied explores the volatile relationships between the U.S., China, Russia, and extremist groups. With humanity’s fate hanging in the balance, only courage, loyalty, and tactical brilliance stand between civilization and destruction.

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message 11: by Paul

Feb 08, 2017 06:42PM

If you want to have a rollicking good time reading about 'cudas that make JAWS look like a minnow, check out Mike Monahan's Barracuda series of three high-octane underwater adventures.

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message 10: by D.A.

May 23, 2009 10:58PM

My new book, The 9 Ghosts of Samen's Bane
is available now.

[image error] Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

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message 9: by Mike

Mar 12, 2009 10:34AM

Thanks Robert. I wish you great success with your projects as well.

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message 8: by Robert

Mar 10, 2009 06:57PM

Thank you for the kind invitation and good luck with your projects.

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message 7: by Ilyn

Mar 08, 2009 07:01PM

Hi Mike. My pleasure. Thank you for the good wishes.

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message 6: by Mike

Mar 08, 2009 05:21PM

Hi Beth,
A creature feature writer needs mystery author friends :-)

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message 5: by Beth

Mar 08, 2009 05:00PM

Hi Mike,
Thanks for befriending this mystery author!

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message 4: by Mike

Mar 08, 2009 11:41AM

Hello Ilyn,
Thanks for the warm reception. :-) I see you have a few writings in process and I also wish you good luck on all your ventures for 2009. I think I will peruse your groups.

Best of luck,
Mike Monahan
author of
Barracuda

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message 3: by Ilyn

Mar 08, 2009 11:21AM

Hello Mike,

How are you? Thank you for being my friend. Good fortune on Barracuda. I wish you all the best for 2009 and always.

Please visit these groups when you have a chance: Happy & Brainy Group, To the Glory of Man, Reason Reigns, and Goodreads Tea Party. Have a marvelous week. Warmest regards.

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message 2: by William

Jan 08, 2009 07:28AM