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In The Wind
Badass by birth. Drifter by choice. Vigilante because justice requires it.
When a wind farm worker is gunned down on the job, the Nolan County Sheriff labels it an accident. “Wrong place, wrong time,” according to the locals. But to Nate Vigil, it looks like murder. And he says so.
Bluntly.
Not that it’s any of his business. He’s just passing through...
At least until three thugs with Brooklyn accents try to run him out of town. Now they've made it his business. Big mistake.
Vigil figures they’re covering something up. But what?
The beautiful and deadly Mira Getty—who claims to be a private investigator for an insurance company—wants the answer even worse than he does. But why is she so intent on enlisting Vigil’s help? And who is she really? Because she’s too good with a gun to be working for GEICO. That’s for damn sure.
There are secrets buried beneath the wind generators in Carlin, Texas. Worth billions to an evil man if he can keep them hidden. The only problem? He didn’t count on Vigil showing up.
They never do.
Fans of old-school Jack Reacher, Barry Eisler ’ s John Rain, and Gregg Hurwitz's Orphan X novels have a new hero to root for.“
If you like lone wolf heroes, cunning conspiracies, and artful violence, you'll love Nate Vigil. ”
When a wind farm worker is gunned down on the job, the Nolan County Sheriff labels it an accident. “Wrong place, wrong time,” according to the locals. But to Nate Vigil, it looks like murder. And he says so.
Bluntly.
Not that it’s any of his business. He’s just passing through...
At least until three thugs with Brooklyn accents try to run him out of town. Now they've made it his business. Big mistake.
Vigil figures they’re covering something up. But what?
The beautiful and deadly Mira Getty—who claims to be a private investigator for an insurance company—wants the answer even worse than he does. But why is she so intent on enlisting Vigil’s help? And who is she really? Because she’s too good with a gun to be working for GEICO. That’s for damn sure.
There are secrets buried beneath the wind generators in Carlin, Texas. Worth billions to an evil man if he can keep them hidden. The only problem? He didn’t count on Vigil showing up.
They never do.
Fans of old-school Jack Reacher, Barry Eisler ’ s John Rain, and Gregg Hurwitz's Orphan X novels have a new hero to root for.“
If you like lone wolf heroes, cunning conspiracies, and artful violence, you'll love Nate Vigil. ”
398 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 26, 2023
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About the author
Conor Black
4 books11 followersConor Black writes thrillers featuring old school heroes, cunning conspiracies, and artful violence. He lives near the ocean in Southern California.
Fans of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch, and Barry Eisler’s John Rain series will find much to enjoy in his work.
Fans of Lee Child’s Jack Reacher, Michael Connelly’s Harry Bosch, and Barry Eisler’s John Rain series will find much to enjoy in his work.
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April 3, 2024
In the Wind
I wasn't to sure about this when I got it. I was very pleased with it however! I have already gotten the next book.
I wasn't to sure about this when I got it. I was very pleased with it however! I have already gotten the next book.
December 27, 2023
The Nate Vigil Thrillers Book 1
Vigil has been trained by many professionals in combat, and just about everything to survive. He travels alone pays with cash, doesnt own a phone, or a vehicle. Great read, characters and, lots of action. Looking forward to reading more by Conor Black.
Vigil has been trained by many professionals in combat, and just about everything to survive. He travels alone pays with cash, doesnt own a phone, or a vehicle. Great read, characters and, lots of action. Looking forward to reading more by Conor Black.
February 25, 2024
Excellent, simply excellent. In his first book, he manages to hook me into wanting more. I signed up to his reader’s group to get more! This story, the characters come out from an “old school” vigilante genre. And, Black gets them all walking, talking, fighting, laughing, and sexing. Excellent! I can’t say it enough…it was excellent.
December 24, 2023
Good Thriller
A good fast moving thriller that has Vigilante sensing that there is something badly wrong in a small township in the middle of nowhere. After the murder of a line worker passed off as an accidental shooting by the local Marshal and an attempt to run him out of town by thugs he decides to investigate deeper. Assistance comes in the shape of an attractive government agent who actually works under duress for the former gangster under witness protection and the eventual twists and turns lead to an exciting rollercoaster of events.
A good fast moving thriller that has Vigilante sensing that there is something badly wrong in a small township in the middle of nowhere. After the murder of a line worker passed off as an accidental shooting by the local Marshal and an attempt to run him out of town by thugs he decides to investigate deeper. Assistance comes in the shape of an attractive government agent who actually works under duress for the former gangster under witness protection and the eventual twists and turns lead to an exciting rollercoaster of events.
January 14, 2024
Plenty of twists
At first it was hard not to think of Reacher, but as the story evolved he became his own character, which made it more readable for me. His side kick had more twists than a fairground ride.
At first it was hard not to think of Reacher, but as the story evolved he became his own character, which made it more readable for me. His side kick had more twists than a fairground ride.
February 21, 2024
A Real Good Read
In the Wind is a very good book. Characters are well introduced and the plot had many interesting features. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to more in the series,
In the Wind is a very good book. Characters are well introduced and the plot had many interesting features. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and look forward to more in the series,
February 29, 2024
loved this book!
I read a lot of “Jack Reacher” type books and other crime thrillers. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! I usually can guess what will happen, but I did not on this one. Read it in three days (I do work full time). I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.
I read a lot of “Jack Reacher” type books and other crime thrillers. I thoroughly enjoyed this book! I usually can guess what will happen, but I did not on this one. Read it in three days (I do work full time). I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.
May 8, 2024
Great Read
Throughly enjoyed the book, suspected some of the twists and turns but I wasn't always right. Add it to your list, or better yet, download it now and put what you are reading on hold
Throughly enjoyed the book, suspected some of the twists and turns but I wasn't always right. Add it to your list, or better yet, download it now and put what you are reading on hold
February 20, 2024
Great read!
I've read alot of thillers over the years and this one is among the best. Had a hard time putting it down, looking forward to reading another of your books.
Tim
I've read alot of thillers over the years and this one is among the best. Had a hard time putting it down, looking forward to reading another of your books.
Tim
February 27, 2024
Redemption
Good read. The plot was well written. Events left the reader wanting to get to the final conclusion. Well done.
Good read. The plot was well written. Events left the reader wanting to get to the final conclusion. Well done.
May 18, 2024
RECOMMENDED
"In The Wind" by Conner Black is a Great start to what I hope will be a long running series.
(Please don't make the mistakes that Lee Childs did)
"In The Wind" by Conner Black is a Great start to what I hope will be a long running series.
(Please don't make the mistakes that Lee Childs did)
June 24, 2024
Moves fast!
I really enjoyed the writing and how quickly the story moved along. Vigil is at the top of my list of action figures along with reacher.
I really enjoyed the writing and how quickly the story moved along. Vigil is at the top of my list of action figures along with reacher.
July 21, 2024
Definitely a thriller!!!
Reminds me of the beginning of the Reacher series. Nearly non-stop action. Even I figured out the ending so no surprises.
Reminds me of the beginning of the Reacher series. Nearly non-stop action. Even I figured out the ending so no surprises.
January 26, 2026
Corruption!
How do you handle corruption? Government corruption? Just follow the money! Justice isn't always fair. Sometimes you have to handle it!
How do you handle corruption? Government corruption? Just follow the money! Justice isn't always fair. Sometimes you have to handle it!
July 30, 2023
Beyond EBN 2023
I very much enjoyed this book! From the very beginning the action grabbed hold and held me interested. Nate Vigil is the ultimate hero.
Conor Black was able to mix the action and the "romance" and then with the twists and turns of the plot it was amazing. There were a lot of pages that I had a hard time with because I thought the story was going too far, but then it redeemed itself with a little "sleight of hand" so to speak.
Looks to be the start of a great series.
I very much enjoyed this book! From the very beginning the action grabbed hold and held me interested. Nate Vigil is the ultimate hero.
Conor Black was able to mix the action and the "romance" and then with the twists and turns of the plot it was amazing. There were a lot of pages that I had a hard time with because I thought the story was going too far, but then it redeemed itself with a little "sleight of hand" so to speak.
Looks to be the start of a great series.
December 31, 2023
Worth a read
Excellent plot and excellent writing.
In line with jack reacher kind of novels.
Right plot and the ending was great
Excellent plot and excellent writing.
In line with jack reacher kind of novels.
Right plot and the ending was great
January 11, 2024
I hope there is more to come in this series.
December 16, 2023
Not just another Reacher
Well written, complex plotting and generally good character development. As promised, lots of action, bone-crunching and blood. Other than the obvious comparisons to Reacher, there are enough differences to say not a copycat. Enjoyed the read and look forward to the follow-ups.
Well written, complex plotting and generally good character development. As promised, lots of action, bone-crunching and blood. Other than the obvious comparisons to Reacher, there are enough differences to say not a copycat. Enjoyed the read and look forward to the follow-ups.
May 12, 2024
Looking forward for more
Good read and it’s hard to put down. I am a Reacher fan and I am looking forward to more Vigil books.
Good read and it’s hard to put down. I am a Reacher fan and I am looking forward to more Vigil books.
August 31, 2023
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A variation of Lee Child. Not a bad thing, as this author has his own style and I believe it will continue to entertain with the following books. Looking forward to the next.
A variation of Lee Child. Not a bad thing, as this author has his own style and I believe it will continue to entertain with the following books. Looking forward to the next.
September 6, 2023
good read
September 22, 2024
One of my favorite genres are action thrillers, and this one is no different. The characters and plot is great, the twist in the plot got me guessing all the way up to the very end! Getting in the head of Vigil was really intriguing, hope that we get more into his backstory in the next books! Enjoyed my time with this book was a very easy and quick read!
June 26, 2025
page turner excitement
Okay our hero has a strong resemblance to Jack Reacher. That being said it still makes for a great read. Always just one more character.
Okay our hero has a strong resemblance to Jack Reacher. That being said it still makes for a great read. Always just one more character.
October 22, 2024
Entertaining, gripping, satisfying
November 21, 2023
In The Wind
Wow, this book kept me on the edge of my seat! I kept thinking no way she was gonna kill him! Then she did. I just kept thinking naw she didn't. This is an excellent story to read.
Wow, this book kept me on the edge of my seat! I kept thinking no way she was gonna kill him! Then she did. I just kept thinking naw she didn't. This is an excellent story to read.
October 18, 2023
Page turner for sure. Hard to put down.
I like the main character and story, but I would have preferred more detail during the final chapters rather than the summary provided by the characters as a wrap up.
I like the main character and story, but I would have preferred more detail during the final chapters rather than the summary provided by the characters as a wrap up.
October 2, 2023
Enjoyed this new character and hopefully
future stories will be as entertaining and
challenging. Wish the novella was in print
vice kindle.
future stories will be as entertaining and
challenging. Wish the novella was in print
vice kindle.
October 10, 2023
Fantastic!
A very strong plot with plenty of twists and turns to keep the pages turning. Love the main character always ahead of the game.
A very strong plot with plenty of twists and turns to keep the pages turning. Love the main character always ahead of the game.
October 11, 2023
Good read
Really good 👍 story Relaxing intriguing and suspenseful Could not put it down Looking forward to the next story Thank you
Really good 👍 story Relaxing intriguing and suspenseful Could not put it down Looking forward to the next story Thank you
October 17, 2023
good read
Reacheresque but a harder edge. May well enjoy another in the same series. Winter coming on so more time spent reading.
Reacheresque but a harder edge. May well enjoy another in the same series. Winter coming on so more time spent reading.
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