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Alex King #18
The Enemy
The enemy is everywhere. Lurking in the shadows, hacking networks and striking at the heart of freedom and democracy. They have infiltrated government and have changed the course of political agenda. MI5 have suffered at the hands of this enemy. Good people lost, lives changed forever. One man is the link to the so-called Iron Fist. A network of spies and saboteurs working for five countries in a new axis of evil, and King and the team won't stop until they find him.
304 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 9, 2023
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About the author
A.P. Bateman
44 books79 followersA P Bateman is the author of seventeen novels, with twelve of his titles reaching No.1 in Amazon's paid top 100 categories in all Amazon regions and four titles reaching No.1 in Kindle sales in the USA, UK, Canada and Australia.
He has a background in close protection and investigations which has given him a unique insight into the scenarios and locations his characters find themselves in.
His hobbies are swimming, driving, archery, shooting and food; his passions are travel and writing.
He has recently released his seventeenth novel - "Hunter Killer" - the twelfth book in the highly acclaimed Alex King series.
You can keep up with A P Bateman and discover more at his Facebook page: @authorapbateman or his website: www.apbateman.com
Reading Order:
The Rob Stone Series:
1) The Ares Virus
2) The Town
3) The Island
The Alex King Series:
1) The Contract Man
2) Lies and Retribution
3) Shadows of Good Friday (A series prequel)
4) The Five
5) Reaper
6) Stormbound
7) Breakout
8) From the Shadows
9) Rogue
10) The Asset
11) Last Man Standing
12) Hunter Killer
Standalone Novels:
Hell's Mouth
Unforgotten
Short Stories:
The Perfect Murder?
Atonement (an Alex King thriller)
He has a background in close protection and investigations which has given him a unique insight into the scenarios and locations his characters find themselves in.
His hobbies are swimming, driving, archery, shooting and food; his passions are travel and writing.
He has recently released his seventeenth novel - "Hunter Killer" - the twelfth book in the highly acclaimed Alex King series.
You can keep up with A P Bateman and discover more at his Facebook page: @authorapbateman or his website: www.apbateman.com
Reading Order:
The Rob Stone Series:
1) The Ares Virus
2) The Town
3) The Island
The Alex King Series:
1) The Contract Man
2) Lies and Retribution
3) Shadows of Good Friday (A series prequel)
4) The Five
5) Reaper
6) Stormbound
7) Breakout
8) From the Shadows
9) Rogue
10) The Asset
11) Last Man Standing
12) Hunter Killer
Standalone Novels:
Hell's Mouth
Unforgotten
Short Stories:
The Perfect Murder?
Atonement (an Alex King thriller)
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March 24, 2024
The Enemy
by A.P. Bateman
narrated by Joe Mills
I received a complimentary audio copy and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The Enemy by A.P. Bateman is Book 18 in the Alex King series, which follows King and his team, who possess a remarkable ability to unearth assassins in the nick of time. This unique sensory ability serves them well as they uncover a plot with depth and complexity that is a threat unlike any seen before. With this threat looming, King has to call upon all his skills to uncover the perpetrator. Their training and experiences enable them to grasp their enemies’ psyche and the inner workings of their minds. They each have the ability to perceive the world through the lens of their foe, which allows them to uncover hidden truths and unravel the tangled web of secrets surrounding “Iron Fist”.
As the narrative unfolds, each character follows a physical and emotional journey. Along the way, they encounter unexpected obstacles and dangerous adversaries, testing their wit and resourcefulness at every turn. Despite these challenges, they remain steadfast, determined to unravel the mysteries buried beneath layers of deception and intrigue. As the story reaches its climax, the team become embroiled in a deadly game of cat and mouse where the stakes are higher than ever. With each twist and turn, they must rely on instincts and intellect to outmanoeuvre their foes and uncover the truth hidden within the shadows. As they inch closer to unravelling the mystery of Iron Fist, they realize that the answers may lie closer to home than they imagined. In the end, their journey serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and the resilience of the human spirit.
I applaud the author for their creativity, and on reaching the end, the beginning makes a lot more sense. I listened to the audio version narrated by Joe Mills, which was a pleasure. He brought each character to life with what seemed like effortless accent switches. He was the unseen storyteller who made the characters jump off the page and into my imagination. This requires a deep understanding of the text and the ability to interpret the author’s intentions and convey them through vocal expression. The use of added background sound to heighten the experience was a huge bonus.
For those who love action-packed reads with thrilling endings, I highly recommend The Enemy. I am looking forward to discovering the next instalment.
by A.P. Bateman
narrated by Joe Mills
I received a complimentary audio copy and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The Enemy by A.P. Bateman is Book 18 in the Alex King series, which follows King and his team, who possess a remarkable ability to unearth assassins in the nick of time. This unique sensory ability serves them well as they uncover a plot with depth and complexity that is a threat unlike any seen before. With this threat looming, King has to call upon all his skills to uncover the perpetrator. Their training and experiences enable them to grasp their enemies’ psyche and the inner workings of their minds. They each have the ability to perceive the world through the lens of their foe, which allows them to uncover hidden truths and unravel the tangled web of secrets surrounding “Iron Fist”.
As the narrative unfolds, each character follows a physical and emotional journey. Along the way, they encounter unexpected obstacles and dangerous adversaries, testing their wit and resourcefulness at every turn. Despite these challenges, they remain steadfast, determined to unravel the mysteries buried beneath layers of deception and intrigue. As the story reaches its climax, the team become embroiled in a deadly game of cat and mouse where the stakes are higher than ever. With each twist and turn, they must rely on instincts and intellect to outmanoeuvre their foes and uncover the truth hidden within the shadows. As they inch closer to unravelling the mystery of Iron Fist, they realize that the answers may lie closer to home than they imagined. In the end, their journey serves as a testament to the power of perseverance and the resilience of the human spirit.
I applaud the author for their creativity, and on reaching the end, the beginning makes a lot more sense. I listened to the audio version narrated by Joe Mills, which was a pleasure. He brought each character to life with what seemed like effortless accent switches. He was the unseen storyteller who made the characters jump off the page and into my imagination. This requires a deep understanding of the text and the ability to interpret the author’s intentions and convey them through vocal expression. The use of added background sound to heighten the experience was a huge bonus.
For those who love action-packed reads with thrilling endings, I highly recommend The Enemy. I am looking forward to discovering the next instalment.
February 29, 2024
another triumph!
A great, convoluted , keep you on your toes read. The story, one of the best, takes you around the globe on a search to stop something that will bring on WWIII and only King and his team can stop it. With crazy twists and turns and who to trust while dodging assassins King rises to the occasion. Such an amazing story! Waiting for next in series as always!
A great, convoluted , keep you on your toes read. The story, one of the best, takes you around the globe on a search to stop something that will bring on WWIII and only King and his team can stop it. With crazy twists and turns and who to trust while dodging assassins King rises to the occasion. Such an amazing story! Waiting for next in series as always!
March 9, 2024
I loved the narration of Joe Mills, who brings the action, suspense and characters all to your ears.
We find Alex and the team get to fighting the bad guys. We are taken around the world on a search . Hunting to stop something that will bring on WWIII. This book has twists and turns and you will be wondering to trust while dodging assassins. You know King will rise to the occasion.
We find Alex and the team get to fighting the bad guys. We are taken around the world on a search . Hunting to stop something that will bring on WWIII. This book has twists and turns and you will be wondering to trust while dodging assassins. You know King will rise to the occasion.
December 29, 2023
Excellent twisted storyline
The series just continues with another gripping read. Carefully constructed characters and attention to detail throughout. A series that I'd recommend and am glad it's not at the end yet. Looking forward to book 19.
The series just continues with another gripping read. Carefully constructed characters and attention to detail throughout. A series that I'd recommend and am glad it's not at the end yet. Looking forward to book 19.
April 30, 2024
Another great book in the series
Another great book in the series with twists and turns right to the last page leaving it on another cliffhanger
Another great book in the series with twists and turns right to the last page leaving it on another cliffhanger
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