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Donovan Creed #6

A Girl Like You

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A Girl Like You (A Donovan Creed Novel) is the next step in the evolution of hit man and former CIA assassin, Donovan Creed.


When Rachel Case goes to the doctor for a routine blood test, scientists are astonished to learn she possesses a gene no one else on earth seems to have—a gene that holds the key to protecting the world from the deadliest pandemic in history. When government operatives kidnap Rachel in order to develop a vaccine, her lover, Donovan Creed, realizes the only way he can find Rachel is to enlist the help of her current husband, Sam.


A Girl Like You is “A sure-fire hit!” Another laugh-out-loud thriller in the tradition of Saving Rachel and Wish List.


Every ten seconds, twenty-four hours a day, a John Locke novel is downloaded somewhere in the world! Authors, book reviewers, bloggers, newspaper and radio interviewers, and fans across the globe John Locke is one of the most creative contemporary talents in America today.

178 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 1, 2011

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John Locke

55 books390 followers
Librarian Note: There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name. See this thread for more information. This is the novelist (2x spaces), not the philosopher (1x space).


New York Times best-selling author John Locke is the international best-selling author of sixteen books in four different genres. He is the 8th author in history to have sold one million eBooks on Kindle. Locke has had four books in the top ten at the same time, including #1 and #2. His Donovan Creed thriller series has sold more than 1,700,000 copies since January, 2011, and foreign rights have been acquired by six major publishers for Spanish, Catalan, Italian, Japanese, Polish, Hungarian, and Lithuanian translations. (Amazon's brief biography)

NY TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR!

8th MEMBER of the KINDLE MILLION SALES CLUB!

First self-published author to hit #1 on Amazon/Kindle!

First self-published author to hit Kindle Million Sales Club!

John sold 1,100,000 eBooks in 5 months by word of mouth!

John wrote and published 6 best-selling books in 3 separate genres in 6 months, part-time!

John has had 4 of the top 10 eBooks on Amazon/Kindle at the same time, including #1 and #2! He’s also had 6 of the top 20, and 8 of the top 43 at the same time!

Every eBook John Locke has written and published has become a best-seller.

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Profile Image for Eric_W.
1,954 reviews428 followers
May 17, 2011
Here’s another contender for the best opening line to a book: “MOST PEOPLE WOULD think getting bit on the balls by a water moccasin while sitting on the toilet in their own home would be the worst thing that could happen that day.” Sam Case learns the hard way that not helping Donovan Creed may reap all sorts of bad things. Including the fake amputation of his leg.

Again, I really am enjoying John Locke’s Donovan Creed series. And what a deal: all are available for $.99 for your Kindle. As I have noted in other reviews in the Creed series, they are a combination broad farce, comic Bondian thriller, and mystery. All are competently written and occasionally include side-slapping comedy and witty repartee.

In this one, Creed, whose face has been surgically altered into the most handsome man in the world to hide his former identity, is looking for his married girlfriend Rachel (Sam’s wife) because as it happens she is naturally immune to the great Spanish flu virus of 1918 (which, of course, originated in Kansas,)and Creed speculates she has been kidnapped by the government to harvest her eggs and blood so a vaccine will be available in case terrorists use the flu as a terror weapon. “By the time it hit Spain it was so deadly they called it the Spanish Flu. And it’s been called that, ever since.” I hold up my hand. “You mean to tell me that because a single pig in Kansas ate some duck shit one morning, 100 million people died?” “Yes.” (Did I mention the tongue in cheek nature of these stories?) Since Creed is a Homeland Security assassin and counter-terrorist (and Homeland Security countenances every imaginable crime in order to deter terrorism,) he has access to all sorts of sophisticated tools and Lear 60 to ferry him around.

How can you not like a book that has lines like this: “Damn right you haven’t. And her perfect breath dances behind teeth as pure and white as the 3,617 words Melville used in Chapter 42 to describe how white the whale was. “ and referring to a character’s shillelagh, “Have you ever hit anyone with it?” “No, but my grandmother claims to have used it to beat off the men in her neighborhood.” “My grandmother used her hand,” I say. “Excuse me?”

Droll, indeed.
Profile Image for Brenda H.
1,042 reviews91 followers
June 18, 2016
Donovan Creed is not a nice guy. He's an assassin for hire with his own set of rules. Because Creed is often used by the government for unsavory work, he gets a lot of leeway (and support) in his non-government work.

In general, the Donovan Creed series is a quirky, twisted, roller-coaster thriller ride. Often the dialogue is cheesy, the action over-the-top and the protagonist (anti-hero?) bigger than life, but the book still manage to be a fun, quick and mindless read. These are the books you can go to after a slog through other heavy, depressing, pretentious reads just to escape for a bit. This is a love-it or hate-it kind of series. I RECOMMEND THAT YOU READ THEM IN ORDER.

Amazon description: When Rachel Case goes to the doctor for a routine blood test, scientists are astonished to learn she possesses a gene no one else on earth seems to have—a gene that holds the key to protecting the world from the deadliest pandemic in history. When government operatives kidnap Rachel in order to develop a vaccine, her lover, Donovan Creed, realizes the only way he can find Rachel is to enlist the help of her current husband, Sam.
Profile Image for Giovanni Gelati.
Author 24 books883 followers
April 11, 2011
I have some new things to talk about; yes besides the stuff I yapped about last week, yes, it is true. New stuff already! Here is the deal; I am adding a new segment to my blogtalk show, it is going to be all about writing process. Basically a panel of authors is going to discuss a facet of writing each month and hopefully something new can be learned and we can each get something from it. Let’s face it, gas is going through the roof, trying to get to one of these authorfests is tough and costly so I thought why not have one that is not only live, but also archived so you can go back to it anytime you want and get what you may need to help understand what you are reading or writing better. Just a thought, so the first one I have put together is going to be on May 11th at 11.30am EST. The panel you ask, who is it, what are the names you have collected for this intense show right out of the gate. Drum roll please!!Thank you. Here you go: Paul Levinson, Vincent Zandri, CJ West, B.R. Stateham, and last but not least Big Daddy Abel. I guess the joke would then go; What do you have when you have an Author/Musician/College professor /Media Guru, a Best Selling Kindle Author, a Self –Published Wizard, a Hard- Boiled multi-genre author, and a Rocker/Humorist? Why you have the first G-ZONE writers’ panel. I need to come up with a spiffy name for it; hopefully it will come to me soon. If you are an author and are within the sound of my post, contact me and I will be happy to include you in any of the activities I have going: The panel, The Improvised Digital short Story, guest posting, the blogtalk radio show, I think that is it. Just grab me and we can talk. Now onto our first novel of the week:
“A Girl Like You (A Donovan Creed Novel) is the next step in the evolution of hit man and former CIA assassin, Donovan Creed.
When Rachel Case goes to the doctor for a routine blood test, scientists are astonished to learn she possesses a gene no one else on earth seems to have—a gene that holds the key to protecting the world from the deadliest pandemic in history. When government operatives kidnap Rachel in order to develop a vaccine, her lover, Donovan Creed, realizes the only way he can find Rachel is to enlist the help of her current husband, Sam. A Girl Like You is “A sure-fire hit!” Another laugh-out-loud thriller in the tradition of Saving Rachel and Wish List. Every ten seconds, twenty-four hours a day, a John Locke novel is downloaded somewhere in the world! Authors, book reviewers, bloggers, newspaper and radio interviewers, and fans across the globe agree: John Locke is one of the most creative contemporary talents in America today.”
I just love John Locke’s style and I thoroughly enjoy the substance of his writing. Wait you say, this guy is one of the most prolific sellers on Amazon today how can I feature him in a week when I am just doing just self-published authors and “independent “ publishers. He is not a big six guy and is a fine example of how it is done. Notice the pricing on his work, $.99 per novel. Have you read one of these and been able to figure out the outcome, or not laughed at all? I was busting a gut in the very beginning, I am not giving it away, but if you cannot laugh at this stuff, then you have no funny bone or are totally devoid of having a good time at all. Is this Shakespeare, no, and thank God for that. This is some of the best entertainment you will receive for this kind of money. How he gets me to laugh, shake my head, and ask myself: How did he do that? or He got me again, is beyond me. I plan on saving my change up till the next one comes out, a buck is a buck, and I know I got my hard earned dollars’ worth in this. Donovan Creed rules! John Locke Rocks! I can’t wait to download another one into my Kindle.
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Profile Image for Marjolein.
532 reviews19 followers
January 20, 2018
Hilarious, mindless fun! There's action, mystery, and a big dose of humor. This was my first Donovan Creed novel, but I'm going to read the other ones too.
Profile Image for Michelle Johnson.
407 reviews11 followers
March 9, 2015
This one was the best Donovan Creed so far. I was hooked within minutes.

Even when I'm reading other books, I reach for Donovan Creed first.

Yes, he's twisted. Yes, it's full of ridiculous scenarios.

But this book is a wild, fun ride on an adventure roller coaster.

Every page leaves waiting for the next surprise.

I especially love how Donovan is becoming nice, dare I say? I love his character. And I love John Locke's writing.

The only thing that keeps it from five stars is my own ego. How can I give a book of this nature five stars when I'm reading things like Swiss Family Robinson and Pride and Prejudice. I'll keep reading Donovan Creed as long as John Locke keeps writing about him.
Profile Image for Beth (Beth~a~holic).
51 reviews6 followers
January 15, 2012
Throughout the series, Locke's books have mutated into quirky pieces of "art". Well art might be a strong word but let me explain. As with most art, you stand back in admiration of somebody else's creativity. That is the same way I feel when reading a Creed novel.

Even though this book was short and sweet, with under 200 pages, it still had a lot of action, sharp humor and skin-crawling suspense. It is a bit cheesy (yet funny) that Creed makes numerous references to "a book he's read (or will write)" which links to previous books written by Locke. I love the last line in the book: "Then the chip in my head starts to buzz..."
Profile Image for Ken Rossignol.
Author 67 books70 followers
November 14, 2011
Another unpredictable book from John Locke. Following the journey to track down his kidnapped girlfriend, Donovan Creed exercises his great powers at breaking into homes and cutting off legs to bring about the extraction of information from those who always know what is best for mankind. One lesson of this novel is that government officials who are willing to allow you to make a sacrifice for the good of humanity don't want to be the first in line for that stuff. Don't miss this book.
Profile Image for Rebecca Saxton.
51 reviews17 followers
March 2, 2012
Absolutely wild, laugh out loud fun to read. I recommend for anyone looking for a quick read with non stop action.
Profile Image for Yvonne Strahn.
92 reviews
November 4, 2025
Creed is still in love with Rachel even though she is still married to Sam. After their vacation in Florida, Rachel’s mental health had taken a turn for the worse. Creed sets her up in a secure penthouse with a psychiatrist/companion approved by Creed. Creed gets a phone call informing him Rachel had been taken. The companion was given a drug that induced a heart attack. Thank goodness the penthouse is above a undisclosed medical facility so she was given assistance. Turns out Rachel went to a doctor for blood work, and it was discovered she had a gene scientists want so they could study it and make a serum to protect against a deadly pandemic from the past. Her husband Sam gets involved thanks to Creed, and the race is on to save her.
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1,634 reviews52 followers
June 14, 2018
What a ridiculous book! :) Completely my fault for numerous reasona:

1) as I picked this up in abargain bin, didn't realise it was 6th in a series
2) I didn'I realise what type of book it was!
3) The opening chapter - snake, toilet, bite, ouch - is pretty much my worst nightmare. The scenario keeps me up at nigh with my fear of snakes. BUT it was the best part of the book haha.

Nevertheless, it was entertaining and I'd give it 2.5. Story was whack.

Profile Image for Janice.
470 reviews
April 27, 2020
Another book in this series that I thoroughly enjoyed. It is odd to me that I picked this particular book to read while we are in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. I had no idea that this book was, in part, about finding the vaccine for the Spanish Flu that killed so many people during that Pandemic. I highly recommend this series.
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1,562 reviews26 followers
July 22, 2020
Donavan Creed, over-the-top insane assassin.
Not just any snake, a water moccasin. I may never be able to use the toilet in the dark again.
How Donovan deals with the woman-abusing-prize-fighter was hilarious.
Profile Image for Joshua.
36 reviews2 followers
September 12, 2017
These books are silly to me, but this one was EXTRA silly in my opinion.
619 reviews3 followers
February 15, 2019
Another interesting book!

Wow! Another great plot with plenty of twists and turns to keep you turning the pages. Next book in the series, please.
Profile Image for Laura.
41 reviews1 follower
October 1, 2023
if I could give this book a -40, I would
25 reviews1 follower
January 12, 2025
Donovan Creed is the man

Another great adventure with lots of excitement, some hilarious, some scary and always extremely entertaining!!! I'm heading for #7 right now!!!
270 reviews2 followers
October 28, 2016
A bit more like the first two. Hoping the author is back on track!
Profile Image for Harry.
319 reviews421 followers
July 4, 2012
Continuing with my pursuit of the lone Hero (see reviews for Joe Pike novels, John Rain novels, and Jack Reacher novels) Donovan Creed is probably the most unique character I came across.

I'd never heard of John Locke until I received my Kindle DX in the mail. Locke made his fame and fortune self-publishing his books in the Kindle world. For the Kindle, his books are ridiculously inexpensive (around $0.99 to $1.99). I was surprised at what I read and hooked from the start. Unlike my other series books, however, there is a difference in the books in terms of ratings...so I have not given them the standard 4 or 5 star ratings across the entire series.

First of all, the books are short but packing a powerful punch, a mixture of excellent humor (left me laughing at the insanity of what I was reading) and the grim reality of a hero who kills people. Lethal people introduces us to Creed, the business he is in, his side-kicks and his insane relationship within his own world and certainly the world most of us live in (let's just say Creed is not fit to live a normal life and does not understand it). Get ready for a roller coaster ride and, above all...enjoy! You will find that towards the end of each book you will be filled with disappointment that the ride is over...and almost certainly you will hunt down the next Donovan Creed thriller.
Profile Image for Gordon Wulff.
84 reviews13 followers
November 7, 2013
Another roller coaster that never disappoints . There is a reason he is a best selling Author and has a loyal cadre of OOU's following his very new release .

A new Author creating the same buzz and sharing similar rankings .

Without by E.E. Borton Without
Suffer by E.E. Borton Suffer
Abomination by E.E. Borton Abomination
E.E. Borton
Profile Image for amber.
155 reviews1 follower
May 28, 2011
I'm not going to lie...the Donovan Creed series has very little literary value... I felt like I was potentially getting dumber as I read them:)

That being said...they are short, entertaining (in that perfectly mindless sort of way...I enjoy a good mindless read occasionally), and best of all, they're only .99 each on the Kindle! Most entertaining $7 I've spent in awhile...and the 7 books lasted me a full week:)
859 reviews
August 6, 2011
I hadn't read a donovan creed novel before. It was a stunningly fast read. I liked the story ok, but I didn't love the characters. Maybe I had to read the other ones first to get to know Creed better. One thing, I feel like I have a pretty good idea of past books so I suspect to read these in order might be a little frustrating because there is probably a fair amount of rehashing past stories
Profile Image for Steve S. Grant.
Author 5 books16 followers
July 11, 2012
‘A girl like you’ is the first book I bought on my new Kindle. This is like renting ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’ the first time you go the video store (which I also did). Did I like the story? I am shocked by the entertainment value of Mr. Creed’s adventures. What a great way to discover talented authors.
Profile Image for Patress Persons.
1 review2 followers
September 13, 2013
This was my first John Locke novel. It was quite enjoyable right up until I got to the final chapters - the intrigue fell apart and I think he had a difficult time ending the novel, however the last paragraph builds the intrigue right back up for the next book. I think I will try the first novel in the series to see how that book was since A Girl Like you is actually book 6 of the series....
Profile Image for K.R. Bankston.
Author 55 books92 followers
April 5, 2011
The book was a great read, honestly I'm a little pissy about the ending, but even that I'll chuckle about. Loved Donovan's character. Everyone meshed well and the humor was just in the right places. Definitely worth the time and effort to enjoy it. Great job!! I definitely recommend it!
Profile Image for Nikki.
78 reviews10 followers
September 16, 2011
This was the first book by John Locke. It was chosen a book club reading. The book was fun and I love Donovan Creed. He's something. You can't really describe him. Locke did an excellent good with Donovan's character. I love suspense and murder mysteries.
220 reviews1 follower
June 7, 2012
good again. rather addicting. not HUGE on the 'back story,' but we're getting bits and pieces. His girlfriend's husband, Sam, long out of the picture, continues to figure a bit too prominently for my liking. Creed is his usual superman-self. Doesn't dissapoint.
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393 reviews12 followers
March 1, 2013
once I started Donovan Creed (or whatever his name is) i was hooked. John Locke is a truly LOL writer. his stories are delicioulsy unbelievable (and i do mean unbelievable) in the most entertaining, thrilling and gripping way. i have them all, and read them back to back.
798 reviews1 follower
May 31, 2015
Every time I read these books I find myself smiling, there is so much to enjoy if you like the quirky characters and speedy plots. I love reading other reviews and the fact that there is one 5* for every 1*
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