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Billy Beckett #5
Out of Bounds: A Thriller
Billy Beckett has reached more than a half-million readers.
Harley ‘Ace’ Winters is a professional golfer who has fallen on hard times. He hasn’t won a tournament in years, and a formerly trivial hobby has turned into a dangerous addiction that threatens to bring him to ruin.
Eddie Pickett is a musician on a meteoric rise. But demons from his past hound his footsteps and jeopardize his future.
In the fifth installment of the best-selling Billy Beckett series, Billy has a dark cloud hanging over his head as his father’s dreaded illness has taken a turn for the worse. Despairing but undaunted, the agent’s tenacious nature rears its head. There’s a reason he has garnered a reputation as an agent who is willing to take chances. Sometimes those chances pay off, and sometimes they explode in spectacular fashion.
Though he knows risk is involved, he decides to take on both Ace Winters and Eddie Pickett as clients. As Billy learns more about his new charges, it becomes clear that each man has mysterious secrets that could turn deadly. Billy and his inner circle quickly find themselves tangled in two dangerous webs. Can Billy and his team steer their clients through treacherous waters? Or will the revelations prove a deadly maelstrom capable of leaving death and destruction in its wake?
Ranging from the lush greens of Hilton Head to the stark beauty of Red Rocks, Out of Bounds is a riveting novel filled with twists and suspense that will leave you gasping for air.
Harley ‘Ace’ Winters is a professional golfer who has fallen on hard times. He hasn’t won a tournament in years, and a formerly trivial hobby has turned into a dangerous addiction that threatens to bring him to ruin.
Eddie Pickett is a musician on a meteoric rise. But demons from his past hound his footsteps and jeopardize his future.
In the fifth installment of the best-selling Billy Beckett series, Billy has a dark cloud hanging over his head as his father’s dreaded illness has taken a turn for the worse. Despairing but undaunted, the agent’s tenacious nature rears its head. There’s a reason he has garnered a reputation as an agent who is willing to take chances. Sometimes those chances pay off, and sometimes they explode in spectacular fashion.
Though he knows risk is involved, he decides to take on both Ace Winters and Eddie Pickett as clients. As Billy learns more about his new charges, it becomes clear that each man has mysterious secrets that could turn deadly. Billy and his inner circle quickly find themselves tangled in two dangerous webs. Can Billy and his team steer their clients through treacherous waters? Or will the revelations prove a deadly maelstrom capable of leaving death and destruction in its wake?
Ranging from the lush greens of Hilton Head to the stark beauty of Red Rocks, Out of Bounds is a riveting novel filled with twists and suspense that will leave you gasping for air.
323 pages, Paperback
Published January 31, 2023
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Kelly Hodge
7 books34 followersKelly Hodge spent over three decades in sports journalism in his native Tennessee. He's a graduate of East Tennessee State University and lives in Johnson City, TN with his wife, Jo Ann, and their goldendoodle, Zoe.
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March 2, 2023
Kelly Hodge is back with another explosive thriller in the Billy Beckett series. Using the unique angle of a sports and music agent as protagonist, Hodge provides the reader with an interesting approach to an investigative thriller. Hodge has done well with this series, originally a collaborative effort with another author I quite enjoyed reading. Hodge has all the tools for a great series and I can only hope that he will keep things going.
Billy Beckett has had better days. While his successful agent business keeps attracting new clients, his father’s illness has taken a turn for the worse. Beckett is scrambling to make sense of it all, while trying to keep his head in the game. He has two new potential clients, both of whom would be great additions, but they need his attention.
Harley ‘Ace’ Winters is a golfer who has lost his drive, with winning tournaments a thing of the past. Eddie Pickett is a musician who has a bright future ahead as he climbs in the charts. Both men have skeletons in their closets that threaten to drag them down, which forces Beckett to spend more time helping their images than he should.
Beckett thrives to ensure his newest clients are safe and taken care of, but there is no guarantee that it will not come crashing down. As things intensify, there is an ongoing concern that both Ace and Eddie may prove to be too much for the agency, leaving Beckett to choose between his career and their personal livelihoods. The choice is not as easy as it may seem, especially for an agent who thrives on risk. Kelly Hodge pens another winner and leaves readers gasping as they seek answers to many of the issues presented herein.
I have long admired Kelly Hodge for his work on this series, the only books of his that I have read. Hodge has a great way of pulling the reader into the middle of the story with a strong narrative and ever-advancing momentum. Wonderfully crafted characters with backstories of their own provide some lighter aspects to the novel, offsetting the darker storylines that fill much of the content. Key plot developments are, as usual, perfectly fitting within the larger story and offer the reader some chilling realisations throughout the novel’s climactic build. I can only hope Kelly Hodge has more in store for Billy Beckett, as I am sure many fans are eager to see where things are headed.
Kudos, Mr. Hodge, for another wonderful book. You have a great handle on this series and I know Scott Pratt would be proud with the work you’ve done.
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Billy Beckett has had better days. While his successful agent business keeps attracting new clients, his father’s illness has taken a turn for the worse. Beckett is scrambling to make sense of it all, while trying to keep his head in the game. He has two new potential clients, both of whom would be great additions, but they need his attention.
Harley ‘Ace’ Winters is a golfer who has lost his drive, with winning tournaments a thing of the past. Eddie Pickett is a musician who has a bright future ahead as he climbs in the charts. Both men have skeletons in their closets that threaten to drag them down, which forces Beckett to spend more time helping their images than he should.
Beckett thrives to ensure his newest clients are safe and taken care of, but there is no guarantee that it will not come crashing down. As things intensify, there is an ongoing concern that both Ace and Eddie may prove to be too much for the agency, leaving Beckett to choose between his career and their personal livelihoods. The choice is not as easy as it may seem, especially for an agent who thrives on risk. Kelly Hodge pens another winner and leaves readers gasping as they seek answers to many of the issues presented herein.
I have long admired Kelly Hodge for his work on this series, the only books of his that I have read. Hodge has a great way of pulling the reader into the middle of the story with a strong narrative and ever-advancing momentum. Wonderfully crafted characters with backstories of their own provide some lighter aspects to the novel, offsetting the darker storylines that fill much of the content. Key plot developments are, as usual, perfectly fitting within the larger story and offer the reader some chilling realisations throughout the novel’s climactic build. I can only hope Kelly Hodge has more in store for Billy Beckett, as I am sure many fans are eager to see where things are headed.
Kudos, Mr. Hodge, for another wonderful book. You have a great handle on this series and I know Scott Pratt would be proud with the work you’ve done.
Love/hate the review? An ever-growing collection of others appears at:
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February 2, 2023
gambling and intrigue with golf playing mobsters
This story revolves around a co headed by an agent who habitually takes on clients who have problems. Billy feels he can make all things better. Fortunately he has a very rich friend.He has a cop father, and lost his mother in an accident. Losing his brother to suicide orphaned him. Surrounded by strong women, fbi connections, the story is a page turner. Very enjoyable.
This story revolves around a co headed by an agent who habitually takes on clients who have problems. Billy feels he can make all things better. Fortunately he has a very rich friend.He has a cop father, and lost his mother in an accident. Losing his brother to suicide orphaned him. Surrounded by strong women, fbi connections, the story is a page turner. Very enjoyable.
September 18, 2025
Out of Bounds was a good read. Another book in the Billy Beckett series with the usual cast of characters. Billy the Music and Entertainment Agent takes on two new clients…one a has been golfer and a popular musician. Billy cannot seem to get clients that do not have some sort of story and potential impact on the company. In this case the has been golfer has a gambling problem which finds him trouble. The musician himself is fine, however, there are mysterious issues surrounding him. Billy and the team try to keep the golfer out of trouble and work to save him, while trying to get answers behind the mystery with the musician.
Billy also has unfortunate issues within his own life…between being there for his ailing dad and keeping himself out of trouble that found him through one of his client. This book was well put together and I enjoyed reading it all the way through.
I was a little disappointed for a couple of reasons. First, there were quite a few grammatical/wording errors. And secondly, I felt like something was missing as the issue surrounding the musician came to an end. Overall, I can see giving this book four starts, however, I still gave it five stars because I enjoyed it and well as how it made me feel like I was a part of the Beckett family.
Billy also has unfortunate issues within his own life…between being there for his ailing dad and keeping himself out of trouble that found him through one of his client. This book was well put together and I enjoyed reading it all the way through.
I was a little disappointed for a couple of reasons. First, there were quite a few grammatical/wording errors. And secondly, I felt like something was missing as the issue surrounding the musician came to an end. Overall, I can see giving this book four starts, however, I still gave it five stars because I enjoyed it and well as how it made me feel like I was a part of the Beckett family.
March 24, 2024
please continue with the Billy Beckett series
I pray 🙏🏿 this not the end of the Billy Beckett series. I would love to read plenty more stories of Billy, Claire, Jackson and Zander. My heart was so broken for Franklin losing his battle and especially for Billy losing his favorite hero and father. Billy now stands alone with no family. I know he miss his dad because his dad was his best friend. I wish the author would humor me, and let Claire and Billy be a couple and stop trying to match her up with others. She’s perfect for Billy and his father wanted them together also. Author Hodge, please write more Billy Beckett books. I’m now your number one fan.
I pray 🙏🏿 this not the end of the Billy Beckett series. I would love to read plenty more stories of Billy, Claire, Jackson and Zander. My heart was so broken for Franklin losing his battle and especially for Billy losing his favorite hero and father. Billy now stands alone with no family. I know he miss his dad because his dad was his best friend. I wish the author would humor me, and let Claire and Billy be a couple and stop trying to match her up with others. She’s perfect for Billy and his father wanted them together also. Author Hodge, please write more Billy Beckett books. I’m now your number one fan.
February 8, 2023
Out of Bounds
I really enjoyed this Billy Beckett story. As he takes on two new clients: one a blue grass musician and a fading golf pro with a hidden gambling problem, things really begin to unravel. The musician has a missing mother and the golfer has more problems than his debts. Billy needs help from his best friend Zander, Claire, his partner, and his Dad who is sadly dying.
I really enjoyed this Billy Beckett story. As he takes on two new clients: one a blue grass musician and a fading golf pro with a hidden gambling problem, things really begin to unravel. The musician has a missing mother and the golfer has more problems than his debts. Billy needs help from his best friend Zander, Claire, his partner, and his Dad who is sadly dying.
April 6, 2023
Writing this as someone who’s jumped into the middle of a series.. it’s a pretty good novel. The beginning chapter with a woman in trouble, had me expecting a gruesome crime novel only to start the story with a music/sports agent. I kept waiting for the woman to enter the story but then when she did I almost missed her.
Overall I like the characters and wouldn’t mind hearing more about them. I did not find myself super attached to them though.
Overall an enjoyable read!
Overall I like the characters and wouldn’t mind hearing more about them. I did not find myself super attached to them though.
Overall an enjoyable read!
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July 11, 2023
Billy Beckett and beyond
The fifth installment of the Billy Beckett series brings us closer to who Billy is as a person, a professional, a friend and a son. While we know his dogged person representation of his clients can take him to the edge, we follow Billy as he accompanies his father in his personal journey through the last chapter of his life. A book well worth reading and sharing with a friend.
The fifth installment of the Billy Beckett series brings us closer to who Billy is as a person, a professional, a friend and a son. While we know his dogged person representation of his clients can take him to the edge, we follow Billy as he accompanies his father in his personal journey through the last chapter of his life. A book well worth reading and sharing with a friend.
September 21, 2024
Spoilers ahead? Loved the serious story
This series has been enjoyable reading. I don't want to spoil anything for others. I would, however, like to point out the discrepancy of Billy's relationship with Holly Grace. In book 3 they barely started dating. In book 4 it was said they had dated for years. He had dated Rachel for years. I was disappointed Ty Nelson wasn't mentioned in book 5.
This series has been enjoyable reading. I don't want to spoil anything for others. I would, however, like to point out the discrepancy of Billy's relationship with Holly Grace. In book 3 they barely started dating. In book 4 it was said they had dated for years. He had dated Rachel for years. I was disappointed Ty Nelson wasn't mentioned in book 5.
December 29, 2023
Intriguing
This book keeps u intrigued from start to finish. The characters are well introduced and extremely believable within the context of their introductions. Not one character is bigger than life. Most of these people are just trying to do a job. Kelly Hodge good job.
This book is entertaining and enjoyable
This book keeps u intrigued from start to finish. The characters are well introduced and extremely believable within the context of their introductions. Not one character is bigger than life. Most of these people are just trying to do a job. Kelly Hodge good job.
This book is entertaining and enjoyable
February 6, 2023
Excellent Read!!
Love Billy Beckett and his friends. The intrigue of all the characters he comes across in his business dealings make for interesting reading. Very much enjoyed this book to the very end.
Love Billy Beckett and his friends. The intrigue of all the characters he comes across in his business dealings make for interesting reading. Very much enjoyed this book to the very end.
February 10, 2023
Perfect addition to the series
Loved this edition of Billy Beckett. As someone involved in the admin side of sports, I appreciate some of what he endures with his crazy clients. This book had two good examples.
Loved this edition of Billy Beckett. As someone involved in the admin side of sports, I appreciate some of what he endures with his crazy clients. This book had two good examples.
March 4, 2023
Good series! The characters who are supposed to be likeable are, the ones who aren't, aren't. I honestly don't think this series gets the attention it should. VERY interesting. It might even make an interesting TV show, depending on how it was cast. But I'd still rather read the books.
May 22, 2023
Enjoyable series
Each book in the Billy Beckett series builds on the previous stories, yet can stand alone. New characters step into and out of the narrative, introducing twists and interesting side notes. Time well spent!
Each book in the Billy Beckett series builds on the previous stories, yet can stand alone. New characters step into and out of the narrative, introducing twists and interesting side notes. Time well spent!
August 6, 2023
Billy Beckett book five
An agent who works closely with athletes and entertainers can't seem to avoid murder and mayhem. Makes for intriguing plots and characters in a series that a reader won't want to put down until the last page.
An agent who works closely with athletes and entertainers can't seem to avoid murder and mayhem. Makes for intriguing plots and characters in a series that a reader won't want to put down until the last page.
September 8, 2023
Three Stories
I liked the story as it played out. Three stories were in this book and each story was interesting. The characters were interesting and complex. Anyone who likes to solve mysteries would enjoy reading this book. Two mysteries solved and a wonderful life ending.
I liked the story as it played out. Three stories were in this book and each story was interesting. The characters were interesting and complex. Anyone who likes to solve mysteries would enjoy reading this book. Two mysteries solved and a wonderful life ending.
December 17, 2023
Another Billy Beckett hit. Such a great author. All Billy Beckett are a good read. I would recommend
Billy Beckett an American hero. He helps all his clients. I would recommend this book. Never a dull moment great book to read
Billy Beckett an American hero. He helps all his clients. I would recommend this book. Never a dull moment great book to read
January 13, 2024
Great Page Turner
Really enjoyed the story. Great characters and storyline. Always enjoyed Scott Pratt's books and know he would have co-writer. I am ready to read another Billy Beckett story. Enjoyable read.
Really enjoyed the story. Great characters and storyline. Always enjoyed Scott Pratt's books and know he would have co-writer. I am ready to read another Billy Beckett story. Enjoyable read.
February 3, 2024
This is the best Billy Beckett book .
Ace winters was a great new character entwined in the family of Premier Sports!
Billy proved he was a premier agent again.
Zander grew as a great friend to all Beckett Family,
And Franklin was A Rock to the Family again
Ace winters was a great new character entwined in the family of Premier Sports!
Billy proved he was a premier agent again.
Zander grew as a great friend to all Beckett Family,
And Franklin was A Rock to the Family again
February 11, 2024
Always great intrigue
This was another good Billy Beckett story. I've enjoyed all the books and find it hard to put them down. There's always a twist making me want to know what's next. Looking forward to the next book.
This was another good Billy Beckett story. I've enjoyed all the books and find it hard to put them down. There's always a twist making me want to know what's next. Looking forward to the next book.
February 15, 2024
Great read with great characters
I really enjoyed this book and all the books with Billy Beckett and his entourage. I wish Billy would have hooked up with Claire though because billy needs a good woman by his side.
I really enjoyed this book and all the books with Billy Beckett and his entourage. I wish Billy would have hooked up with Claire though because billy needs a good woman by his side.
March 29, 2024
Emotionally charged
Lots of changes for Billy and his friends. Another great mix of welL defined old and new characters. Another good and hopefully not the last, sports thriller on the series.
Lots of changes for Billy and his friends. Another great mix of welL defined old and new characters. Another good and hopefully not the last, sports thriller on the series.
March 3, 2025
An excellent insight into sports and mob antics
Love the entire series! Billy has become a fictional friend; I’m always anticipating his next escapade! If you’re interested in sports, you’ll be happy to discover this author!
Love the entire series! Billy has become a fictional friend; I’m always anticipating his next escapade! If you’re interested in sports, you’ll be happy to discover this author!
February 9, 2023
Out of Bounds a great read
I love to read a book that I wish it would not end. Kelly Hodge is a writer who keeps my eyes on the page. Waiting for of Billy Beckett stories.😀
I love to read a book that I wish it would not end. Kelly Hodge is a writer who keeps my eyes on the page. Waiting for of Billy Beckett stories.😀
February 18, 2023
Five Stars
I loved this book, as I do all of Billy Beckett’s books. Being from a surrounding county of Knoxville, they always stir up memories.
I loved this book, as I do all of Billy Beckett’s books. Being from a surrounding county of Knoxville, they always stir up memories.
February 19, 2023
riveting
As always another brilliant and thrilling chapter in Billy Beckets life I look forward to more of his adventures. Can’t wait for book 6
As always another brilliant and thrilling chapter in Billy Beckets life I look forward to more of his adventures. Can’t wait for book 6
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March 9, 2023Golf
I am not a fan of golf but am a fan of Kelly Hodge. Good suspense book and storyline. Go Ace.
I am not a fan of golf but am a fan of Kelly Hodge. Good suspense book and storyline. Go Ace.
March 13, 2023
? Ending
Not a great ending. Too many loose ends. Billy's love life is in the toilet. Hopefully there a sequel to close this series.
Not a great ending. Too many loose ends. Billy's love life is in the toilet. Hopefully there a sequel to close this series.
March 18, 2023
Wow
I loved this book. I was in tears by the end.I hope everyone reads all 5 of the Billy Beckett books.
I loved this book. I was in tears by the end.I hope everyone reads all 5 of the Billy Beckett books.
April 5, 2023
Another great book continuing Billy's story. Unexpected turns with a good plot. Looking forward to the next one, Kelly!
April 6, 2023
The Beckett saga continues
The Beckett saga continues with another great well written book. This is an excellent thriller that I recommend you read.
The Beckett saga continues with another great well written book. This is an excellent thriller that I recommend you read.
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