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Backlash: Venom and Vendetta from ’Nam
Jackman Quint’s former CO, Chuck Nader, has a vendetta to settle. For Quint, the Vietnam war ended thirty-two years ago with a dishonorable discharge, a prison term, and his daughter JadeAnne, lost to him. Shouldn’t Quint be the one with the grudge? He’s made a new life for himself, reunited with his daughter, expanded his investigations, and dipped his toe into the dating pool. Finally, life is going his way when Nader shows up in Mexico City on a top secret mission through the U.S. Embassy. Coincidence? But it’s soon clear, Nader is out for blood. And he won’t settle for killing Quint—he’s after everyone Quint loves. He’s already killed one of the team. If Quint can’t unravel why Nader is bent on his destruction, he’ll never be able to protect the team, his woman, or most importantly, JadeAnne. She flies home in less than a week. The days are counting down.
341 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 15, 2023
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Ana Manwaring
17 books19 followersAna Manwaring writes raw, unflinching crime thrillers that dwell at the crossroads of corruption, survival and vengeance. With a bold, gritty voice and a sharp eye for institutional injustice, her latest novel Mortal Revenge, co-authored with Fernando León Torrens, plunges readers into the sun drenched streets of Veracruz, where power and family secrets collide under the weight of violence and betrayal. Mortal Revenge isn’t just a thriller — based on a true story, it’s a fight for truth, told with unrelenting honesty.
Drawing on a deep-rooted fascination with Mexico, political and social intrigue and the human psyche under pressure, Ana builds morally complex anti-heroes whose fights for justice blur into quests for survival. Her work brings Latin American infused crime fiction to the forefront — combining intense action, layered character drama, and social realism. Her novels include the JadeAnne Stone Mexico Adventures and the the Dafne Olabarrieta Mexico Mysteries. She has also written a memoir of her years living in Mexico, Saints and Skeletons.
When she’s not weaving dark plots or crafting shocking twists, Ana connects with her readers on social media, sharing behind the-scenes insights, cultural inspirations, and the emotional heart of her stories.
Ana also teaches creative writing, produces North Bay Poetics, and is the Vice President of of Sisters in Crime Northern California. https://anamanwaring.com https://linktr.ee/anamanwaring
Drawing on a deep-rooted fascination with Mexico, political and social intrigue and the human psyche under pressure, Ana builds morally complex anti-heroes whose fights for justice blur into quests for survival. Her work brings Latin American infused crime fiction to the forefront — combining intense action, layered character drama, and social realism. Her novels include the JadeAnne Stone Mexico Adventures and the the Dafne Olabarrieta Mexico Mysteries. She has also written a memoir of her years living in Mexico, Saints and Skeletons.
When she’s not weaving dark plots or crafting shocking twists, Ana connects with her readers on social media, sharing behind the-scenes insights, cultural inspirations, and the emotional heart of her stories.
Ana also teaches creative writing, produces North Bay Poetics, and is the Vice President of of Sisters in Crime Northern California. https://anamanwaring.com https://linktr.ee/anamanwaring
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November 24, 2023
In the gripping novel Backlash Venom and Vendetta from 'Nam by Ana Manwaring, readers are plunged into the turbulent life of Jackman Quint, a man embroiled in a relentless quest for redemption and protection. Having been estranged from his daughter JadeAnne since her birth, Quint's reunion with her ignites a fierce determination to safeguard her at any cost. His past, however, casts a long shadow. Quint's former colleague, Nader, becomes a formidable adversary, intent on bringing him down.
Quint's backstory is a tale of hope and despair. A once hopeful young man, his life took a tumultuous turn following his service in Vietnam. Trapped in a cycle of hardship, he found himself entangled in a drug ring, leading to imprisonment and a haunted past. Despite the weight of his former life, Quint's primary concern now lies in the safety of his loved ones: his love interest Rosi, his daughter JadeAnne, and her boyfriend Dylan. The narrative escalates into a high-stakes chase, with Quint striving to dismantle the trafficking ring Nader operates, even as Nader seeks to eliminate Quint permanently. A pivotal moment arises when Quint encounters Leo, a fourteen-year-old street urchin entwined with Nader's operations. This meeting could either be a crucial breakthrough or a dangerous gamble in Quint's quest for justice. The question of trust in such a precarious situation becomes central to the unfolding drama.
Manwaring delves deep into the sinister realms of drug and sex trafficking, exposing a world where exploitation and despair reign. Quint is a complex protagonist, a protector who conceals his emotions yet strives to rectify his past mistakes and dismantle the criminal empire controlled by Nader. His journey is not just a physical battle but a moral one, seeking to disrupt the cycle of corruption and abuse perpetuated by human greed and the pursuit of power. Set against the backdrop of the Mexico-U.S. border, the story is rich with cultural nuances, including the use of Spanish phrases that add authenticity to the setting.
While Backlash Venom and Vendetta from 'Nam is brimming with suspense and intricately woven plotlines, its thorough exploration occasionally extends certain sections, adding depth to its narrative. This novel remains a compelling journey through redemption, the complexities of human nature, and the relentless fight against systemic corruption, capturing the reader's imagination throughout.
Quint's backstory is a tale of hope and despair. A once hopeful young man, his life took a tumultuous turn following his service in Vietnam. Trapped in a cycle of hardship, he found himself entangled in a drug ring, leading to imprisonment and a haunted past. Despite the weight of his former life, Quint's primary concern now lies in the safety of his loved ones: his love interest Rosi, his daughter JadeAnne, and her boyfriend Dylan. The narrative escalates into a high-stakes chase, with Quint striving to dismantle the trafficking ring Nader operates, even as Nader seeks to eliminate Quint permanently. A pivotal moment arises when Quint encounters Leo, a fourteen-year-old street urchin entwined with Nader's operations. This meeting could either be a crucial breakthrough or a dangerous gamble in Quint's quest for justice. The question of trust in such a precarious situation becomes central to the unfolding drama.
Manwaring delves deep into the sinister realms of drug and sex trafficking, exposing a world where exploitation and despair reign. Quint is a complex protagonist, a protector who conceals his emotions yet strives to rectify his past mistakes and dismantle the criminal empire controlled by Nader. His journey is not just a physical battle but a moral one, seeking to disrupt the cycle of corruption and abuse perpetuated by human greed and the pursuit of power. Set against the backdrop of the Mexico-U.S. border, the story is rich with cultural nuances, including the use of Spanish phrases that add authenticity to the setting.
While Backlash Venom and Vendetta from 'Nam is brimming with suspense and intricately woven plotlines, its thorough exploration occasionally extends certain sections, adding depth to its narrative. This novel remains a compelling journey through redemption, the complexities of human nature, and the relentless fight against systemic corruption, capturing the reader's imagination throughout.
March 11, 2024
Intense
Similar to the books which came before it on the series, Backlash is filled with conspiracy, suspense, betrayal, and adventure. JadeAnne's father, Jackman Quint is featured in this fifth installment in the series.
Similar to the books which came before it on the series, Backlash is filled with conspiracy, suspense, betrayal, and adventure. JadeAnne's father, Jackman Quint is featured in this fifth installment in the series.
April 30, 2024
A good book!
This was a good book it started out slow but as it went along it got better and better till it was a good book you couldn't put down!
This was a good book it started out slow but as it went along it got better and better till it was a good book you couldn't put down!
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