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Hellfire
An International Debut Dagger Award Finalist.
“Packed with action, emotion and suspense.” --Crime Writers Association
“A must read for any fan of the thriller genre” -- Joe Nassise, Internationally best selling author Of Eyes to See and the Templar Chronicles
US Marine Travis Deacon always loves catching some R&R. And he loves being in Wales to catch it, until his best friend, SAS Major Gareth Jones, dies in an "auto accident." When Travis asks too many questions about Gareth's death, MI5 steps in and tries to send him back to Afghanistan. Then, the international terrorist who killed his friend, tries to send Travis to hell.
It gets worse when Detective Sergeant Dee Jones, Gareth's sister, arrests Travis to find out if he’s involved. Together, convinced that Gareth was murdered, Travis and Dee search for the killer. They dodge terrorist assassins and British agents in their search across Wales for the truth. Suddenly, the murder investigation becomes a frantic race to prevent a terrorist attack that could change the world.
“Strap yourself in for Rickard B DeMille’s
HELLFIRE, a page-turner full of humor,
reluctant romance, and plot twists that will
have you writhing in your seat.”
--Margaret Bailey, author of Diamond in the Sky
“Packed with action, emotion and suspense.” --Crime Writers Association
“A must read for any fan of the thriller genre” -- Joe Nassise, Internationally best selling author Of Eyes to See and the Templar Chronicles
US Marine Travis Deacon always loves catching some R&R. And he loves being in Wales to catch it, until his best friend, SAS Major Gareth Jones, dies in an "auto accident." When Travis asks too many questions about Gareth's death, MI5 steps in and tries to send him back to Afghanistan. Then, the international terrorist who killed his friend, tries to send Travis to hell.
It gets worse when Detective Sergeant Dee Jones, Gareth's sister, arrests Travis to find out if he’s involved. Together, convinced that Gareth was murdered, Travis and Dee search for the killer. They dodge terrorist assassins and British agents in their search across Wales for the truth. Suddenly, the murder investigation becomes a frantic race to prevent a terrorist attack that could change the world.
“Strap yourself in for Rickard B DeMille’s
HELLFIRE, a page-turner full of humor,
reluctant romance, and plot twists that will
have you writhing in your seat.”
--Margaret Bailey, author of Diamond in the Sky
- GenresMystery Thriller
383 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 24, 2011
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March 6, 2014
I liked this book because it was a straight forward plot. Nothing complicated, where the reader has to return to parts of the book they already read and find out why, when, who, what etc. There were comedic lines placed at the right points in the book and humorous lines made it more enjoyable. Travis Deacon, a Marine/terrorist killer, along with Deirdre Catherine Jones; the youngest detective in the South Wales Police Service, are the protagonist. The antagonist in this story are terrorist from Pakistan. Not much else can be said about them, pretty stereotypical of terrorist. The evil leader Abdul al Maliki, a brilliant Pakistani arms dealer, who decided to kill some important English officials. Nothing too complicated to deal with. The action starts when Deacon decides, upon seeing Gareth's body, that this was the work of some pretty nasty bad guys and puts his mind to finding out who and killing them. Demille did a very good job in creating the inner voice of Travis and you read the story through his thoughts. I'm not sure how many times one can be shot, or tortured, to the point of pulling flesh off with a pair of pliers. However, if what Travis Deacon went through is being tough and still alive, it gives me hope, should I become entangled with terrorists and tortured, I to may also survive? (tongue in cheek)
The story bring Deirdre and Travis together when Deirdre's brother, Gareth Jones, a special force soldier with British Intelligence, who also happens to be a close friend of Travis Deacons, is found dead in his sports, when it found at the bottom of a cliff. The story takes place in Wales and Deacon makes fun of the language and some of the cultural oddities. He embeds these humorous quips within the story and makes it feel as it should be there; much like a Stallone movie, only somewhat more plausible. Of course Deacon suspects foul play and it then he see and meets this Welsh,"spitfire", detective Deirdre Jones, Gareth's sister.
I gave the book three stars because it was a good read, but lacked depth. Not sure Mr. Demille wanted to add any more depth than what was present, but it sufficed for what the book was meant to do, entertain.
The story bring Deirdre and Travis together when Deirdre's brother, Gareth Jones, a special force soldier with British Intelligence, who also happens to be a close friend of Travis Deacons, is found dead in his sports, when it found at the bottom of a cliff. The story takes place in Wales and Deacon makes fun of the language and some of the cultural oddities. He embeds these humorous quips within the story and makes it feel as it should be there; much like a Stallone movie, only somewhat more plausible. Of course Deacon suspects foul play and it then he see and meets this Welsh,"spitfire", detective Deirdre Jones, Gareth's sister.
I gave the book three stars because it was a good read, but lacked depth. Not sure Mr. Demille wanted to add any more depth than what was present, but it sufficed for what the book was meant to do, entertain.
April 8, 2014
This was a welcome change from the sorts of novels I normally read, and it has certainly made me want to read more crime fiction. I think writing in the first person makes the protagonist a more sympathetic character, and I grew sufficiently attached to him that I cringed during his ordeals in the book's darker moments. I will definitely read any future books the author releases.
Hellfire somehow combines action and suspense with the suggestion of romance and even a little humour - and the little comic touches really help to lighten the mood, break the tension and give the character of Deacon a necessary third dimension – his reference to an erroneous Heimlich manoeuvre was really funny. The book is quite gory, as other reviewers have observed, but it never feels gratuitous. Indeed, it always feels necessary to both the plot, and to the pervading sense of menace. The book is relentless though. There is little time to breathe, and I found that I devoured the entire book in two sittings. The plot is simple, but it’s pretty intense, and the author’s ability to keep you reading into the small hours of the night is to be admired. In short, I’d have to recommend this to anyone interested in the genre. Deacon is a strong, solid character, and I really do hope we’ll get to see more of him.
Hellfire somehow combines action and suspense with the suggestion of romance and even a little humour - and the little comic touches really help to lighten the mood, break the tension and give the character of Deacon a necessary third dimension – his reference to an erroneous Heimlich manoeuvre was really funny. The book is quite gory, as other reviewers have observed, but it never feels gratuitous. Indeed, it always feels necessary to both the plot, and to the pervading sense of menace. The book is relentless though. There is little time to breathe, and I found that I devoured the entire book in two sittings. The plot is simple, but it’s pretty intense, and the author’s ability to keep you reading into the small hours of the night is to be admired. In short, I’d have to recommend this to anyone interested in the genre. Deacon is a strong, solid character, and I really do hope we’ll get to see more of him.
January 20, 2015
This is a story filled with action, adventure, mystery, suspense, espionage, treachery, romance, you name it.
I definitely wanted to know more from the beginning. The story opened with a great introduction to the fact that it took place in the UK and that the main character in the story was from the US. I may not have understood many of the UK references, but that was ok because Travis was just as confused as I was. The humor brought me in at first, and then the mystery regarding Gareth hooked me further.
Reading this book felt a lot more like watching a movie than reading a book. I felt that I could see the characters well when they were explained in detail, but even more when they were explained with comical nicknames. In fact, I pictured Travis as Jason Stathem.
Overall, I really enjoyed reading Hellfire. I don’t typically read mystery suspense and action for pleasure, but this one has introduced me to the genre in a positive way. I have always enjoyed movies that are similar to this story, and now I know that I enjoy reading them too.
The humor in the story added that little piece of something extra that most stories lack when there are tragedies involved, which was also quite refreshing.
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I definitely wanted to know more from the beginning. The story opened with a great introduction to the fact that it took place in the UK and that the main character in the story was from the US. I may not have understood many of the UK references, but that was ok because Travis was just as confused as I was. The humor brought me in at first, and then the mystery regarding Gareth hooked me further.
Reading this book felt a lot more like watching a movie than reading a book. I felt that I could see the characters well when they were explained in detail, but even more when they were explained with comical nicknames. In fact, I pictured Travis as Jason Stathem.
Overall, I really enjoyed reading Hellfire. I don’t typically read mystery suspense and action for pleasure, but this one has introduced me to the genre in a positive way. I have always enjoyed movies that are similar to this story, and now I know that I enjoy reading them too.
The humor in the story added that little piece of something extra that most stories lack when there are tragedies involved, which was also quite refreshing.
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July 27, 2012
Hellfire” by Rickard DeMille
U.S. Marine Travis Deacon, who works with the CIA in Afghanistan and his friend Major Gareth Jones of the M15, the British equivalent of the FBI, decided to go to Wales for vacation, watch some rugby and drink beer.
Instead Gareth is killed in a what was being called an auto accident. Travis knew it was murder, so did Gareth's sister, Detective Sargeant Deidre Jones. They team up to hunt down the terrorist who killed Gareth and who is planning an international terrorist incident.
Follow them as they try to dodge the M15 and the terrorist as they tear through Wales trying to get justice for Gareth and prevent the international catastrophe.
This thriller is fast paced with great characters and plot twists. Purchase this Debut Dagger award winner, for Kindle at - http://amzn.to/NE1ysW
U.S. Marine Travis Deacon, who works with the CIA in Afghanistan and his friend Major Gareth Jones of the M15, the British equivalent of the FBI, decided to go to Wales for vacation, watch some rugby and drink beer.
Instead Gareth is killed in a what was being called an auto accident. Travis knew it was murder, so did Gareth's sister, Detective Sargeant Deidre Jones. They team up to hunt down the terrorist who killed Gareth and who is planning an international terrorist incident.
Follow them as they try to dodge the M15 and the terrorist as they tear through Wales trying to get justice for Gareth and prevent the international catastrophe.
This thriller is fast paced with great characters and plot twists. Purchase this Debut Dagger award winner, for Kindle at - http://amzn.to/NE1ysW
August 10, 2016
Not quite sure what happened, one moment I clicked on my kindle to start the first chapter, the next moment, I realized that I tore thru this book and didn't stop until I got to the last page. To say this was a page turner is an understatement. I love the tongue in cheek sense of humor of the main character and actually laughed out loud during a few parts - something I NEVER do. I also like it when strong female characters are brought in and the sister was no exception. While I'm a huge fan of the thriller genre, I typically read detective & lawyer type thrillers this was my first dip into military - type thrillers and I can say it won't be my last.
I hope that this is the start of a great series and if so I'll be anxiously waiting for the next Travis Deacon Novel.
I hope that this is the start of a great series and if so I'll be anxiously waiting for the next Travis Deacon Novel.
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