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Breed Thriller #8
Hard Contact
Thirty tons of gold. One brilliant heist.
The Medusa, a freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars, is hijacked off the coast of Greece. Using sophisticated technology, the hijackers make the vessel disappear. The CIA’s deputy director, Anya Stein, recruits Breed to locate the vessel and recover the gold.
Breed and Stein trace the missing vessel to the mouth of the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Rhodes and Crete. Realising Breed is on their trail, the hijackers do everything they can to stop him – permanently.
Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete. With their help, Breed uses all his Special Forces training to find the Medusa, break into the hijackers’ base, and serve the killers his own lethal brand of justice.
This time, it’s hard contact all the way.
Hard Contact —Book Eight in the stunning Breed action thriller series. Perfect for fans of Jason Kasper, Jack Carr, and Lee Child.
What readers are saying about Hard Contact:
“…very entertaining, fast paced and action packed.” -Booksprout Reviewer
“Curtis's attention to detail is evident in his descriptions of the tactical maneuvers and technologies used throughout the mission. A must-read for fans of action thrillers, this book is both a heart-pounding adventure and a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of covert operations.” -Goodreads Reviewer
“As always, the Breed books are exceptional… another page turner. Can’t wait for the next one.” -Booksprout Reviewer
“…great characters in this series and the books sure are entertaining to read.” -Netgalley Reviewer
“I raced through this. It's fast-paced as usual for this series and… some heart in mouth moments and a few twists along the way to keep you entertained as if the action itself isn't enough. Highly recommended.” - Booksprout Reviewer
“…gripping… Curtis delivers an action-packed narrative.” -Booksprout Reviewer
The Medusa, a freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars, is hijacked off the coast of Greece. Using sophisticated technology, the hijackers make the vessel disappear. The CIA’s deputy director, Anya Stein, recruits Breed to locate the vessel and recover the gold.
Breed and Stein trace the missing vessel to the mouth of the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Rhodes and Crete. Realising Breed is on their trail, the hijackers do everything they can to stop him – permanently.
Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete. With their help, Breed uses all his Special Forces training to find the Medusa, break into the hijackers’ base, and serve the killers his own lethal brand of justice.
This time, it’s hard contact all the way.
Hard Contact —Book Eight in the stunning Breed action thriller series. Perfect for fans of Jason Kasper, Jack Carr, and Lee Child.
What readers are saying about Hard Contact:
“…very entertaining, fast paced and action packed.” -Booksprout Reviewer
“Curtis's attention to detail is evident in his descriptions of the tactical maneuvers and technologies used throughout the mission. A must-read for fans of action thrillers, this book is both a heart-pounding adventure and a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of covert operations.” -Goodreads Reviewer
“As always, the Breed books are exceptional… another page turner. Can’t wait for the next one.” -Booksprout Reviewer
“…great characters in this series and the books sure are entertaining to read.” -Netgalley Reviewer
“I raced through this. It's fast-paced as usual for this series and… some heart in mouth moments and a few twists along the way to keep you entertained as if the action itself isn't enough. Highly recommended.” - Booksprout Reviewer
“…gripping… Curtis delivers an action-packed narrative.” -Booksprout Reviewer
256 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 18, 2024
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Cameron Curtis
22 books81 followersCameron Curtis has spent thirty years on trade floors as a trader and risk manager. He was on the trade floor when Saddam’s tanks rolled into Kuwait, when the air wars opened over Baghdad and Belgrade, and when the financial crisis swallowed the world. Having written fiction as a child, he is the author of the Breed action thriller series.
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March 6, 2024
I was introduced to Cameron Curtis’ Breed Thriller series with Black Sun and it was an instant hit for me. I’d only recently been getting into thrillers, well action thrillers and it was a brilliant place to start. I am glad to say that Hard Contact continues the trend of delivering an action packed thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Once again Curtis’ writing is top notch. Geographically you feel like you are on the ground, or wherever else our protagonist might be, with Breed. Tied with this are the amazing descriptions of military grade weapons and equipment, I also adored the schematics or blue prints at the front to help give a more visual understanding too. The writing only aids the tightly woven and action packed plot which, even when it slows a little, never lets up. We get more characters and character building as well which is always a nice plus.
The Breed series is a must for an action thriller fan. Curtis grabs the reader and drags them on a high octane and complex journey into the world of covert operations. You will not be disappointed and won’t be able to put this one down.
Once again Curtis’ writing is top notch. Geographically you feel like you are on the ground, or wherever else our protagonist might be, with Breed. Tied with this are the amazing descriptions of military grade weapons and equipment, I also adored the schematics or blue prints at the front to help give a more visual understanding too. The writing only aids the tightly woven and action packed plot which, even when it slows a little, never lets up. We get more characters and character building as well which is always a nice plus.
The Breed series is a must for an action thriller fan. Curtis grabs the reader and drags them on a high octane and complex journey into the world of covert operations. You will not be disappointed and won’t be able to put this one down.
March 10, 2024
Hard Contact by Cameron Curtis.
Book Eight in the Breed action thriller series.
Thirty tons of gold. One brilliant heist. The Medusa, a freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars, is hijacked off the coast of Greece. Using sophisticated technology, the hijackers make the vessel disappear. The CIA’s deputy director, Anya Stein, recruits Breed to locate the vessel and recover the gold.Breed and Stein trace the missing vessel to the mouth of the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Rhodes and Crete. Realising Breed is on their trail, the hijackers do everything they can to stop him – permanently.Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete. With their help, Breed uses all his Special Forces training to find the Medusa, break into the hijackers’ base, and serve the killers his own lethal brand of justice.
A really good read. I do love this series. A map of Agaegean. This is the mission. At the start you have diagrams of the medusa and the goliath and the mh-60 sea hawk helicopter. At the start of each chapter you have day one etc and where they are. The chapters are long but I easily got into this book. I still love Breed and the team. Action from the first page. I didn't see that coming. I do hope there is more to come. 5*.
Book Eight in the Breed action thriller series.
Thirty tons of gold. One brilliant heist. The Medusa, a freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars, is hijacked off the coast of Greece. Using sophisticated technology, the hijackers make the vessel disappear. The CIA’s deputy director, Anya Stein, recruits Breed to locate the vessel and recover the gold.Breed and Stein trace the missing vessel to the mouth of the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Rhodes and Crete. Realising Breed is on their trail, the hijackers do everything they can to stop him – permanently.Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete. With their help, Breed uses all his Special Forces training to find the Medusa, break into the hijackers’ base, and serve the killers his own lethal brand of justice.
A really good read. I do love this series. A map of Agaegean. This is the mission. At the start you have diagrams of the medusa and the goliath and the mh-60 sea hawk helicopter. At the start of each chapter you have day one etc and where they are. The chapters are long but I easily got into this book. I still love Breed and the team. Action from the first page. I didn't see that coming. I do hope there is more to come. 5*.
February 11, 2024
Breed is back in Hard Contact and this time he helps out with a suspected hijacking at sea. Cameron Curtis has come up with some great characters in this series and the books sure are entertaining to read. This latest book is the eighth about former soldier and now freelance operator Breed. Although he works a lot for CIA and deputy director Anya Stein. Is there something going on between them? Maybe so, but I won't tell. This book is set in and around the Greek archipelago and that is a great setting for the events that our hero finds himself in the middle of. I can recommend this series adn hope that you all like them as much as I do. Thanks to Inkubator Books and Netgalley for supplying me with another great book.
February 21, 2024
3.9
Kind of choppy, this one, but not terrible. Decent read. Could be a bit technical at times, which seems to be the bulk of the descriptive writing in the book.
Kind of choppy, this one, but not terrible. Decent read. Could be a bit technical at times, which seems to be the bulk of the descriptive writing in the book.
April 1, 2024
Another very good storyline. Enjoyed
the cross action between Breed and Stein.
Waiting on the next adventure.
the cross action between Breed and Stein.
Waiting on the next adventure.
March 20, 2024
Enjoyable series (except for book 7!)
Another great outing with our man Breed. Tempting twisty plot (although the MCs were a exceedingly slow on the uptake on occasion, which was a tad irritating.)
No bullfighting in this one, thank heavens, thanks Greece! Enjoyable setting this time out that’s for certain.
Awaiting book 9 with bated breath.
Another great outing with our man Breed. Tempting twisty plot (although the MCs were a exceedingly slow on the uptake on occasion, which was a tad irritating.)
No bullfighting in this one, thank heavens, thanks Greece! Enjoyable setting this time out that’s for certain.
Awaiting book 9 with bated breath.
March 5, 2024
Breed's got an irate crew of pirates on his trail, and not because he didn't leave them a box of Milk Tray on his surreptitious after-dark snorkel-and-flippers visit to their vessel, the Goliath, off the coast of Rhodes. On the contrary, the thirty tons of gold—two billion dollars’ worth—he was expecting to find stashed in their hold was noticeable by its absence, and his hasty departure thereafter was assisted by the none-too-warm waving-off of his unwitting and gun-toting hosts.
Back on dry land, Breed meets up with associate Stein—that’s Anya Stein, deputy director of the CIA—and Englishman Harding-James, agent of Lloyds, who've underwritten the missing gold and who want it back. The big question: where is it? It was on the Medusa, which has vanished, and failed to rematerialise on the Goliath, as hoped by the good guys.
Time for Breed & Co to swing into yet more action, in a well-balanced plot which moves between Rhodes and Crete and includes billionaire Greek shipping magnate Kyrios Athanasios and his dynamic daughter Hecate—a potential partner for some love interest?—as well as Kyrios’s old business associate Drakos and Colonel Maxim Orlov, a Russian officer and unlikely acquaintance from Breed’s past. There are car collisions, shoot-outs, helicopters, perilous clifftop-climbs, fights both over and under the waves and an impressive arsenal of armaments in abundance, both large and small, of every type imaginable.
The story fulfils the expectations of an action thriller, swinging from up-tempo action sequences to slower scenes where the characters interact to help us get to know them in a social setting. There’s mystery too, of course, in the hunt to find not just the gold but those behind its disappearance. Breed makes an effective protagonist, admitting his fear—but only to himself—when he’s really up against it, otherwise putting his entire focus on the situation in hand as he moves from each one to the next. On the not-quite-so-positive side, he spends altogether too much time describing the layout of his surroundings, the contents of the gun cabinet and their makes, the actions of the helicopter crew and everything else, for my taste. It’s great technical detail, but at the cost of getting to know the characters better—and correspondingly, the latter do become a little two-dimensional as a result.
This is not to detract from the many positives of the story though. At two-hundred and thirty-six pages it’s just the right length, as fast-paced action shouldn’t be dragged out. A handy map of the Aegean and its islands—the area covered by the mission—is included, as are diagrams of the Medusa, the Goliath and the MH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter involved in the heist and the recovery operation. There’s been some good research into the Greek aspects of the story, including a dedication to Olympia, who may have been one source of this.
Overall, a pistol-packing piece of storytelling that pretty much delivers what it promises.
Back on dry land, Breed meets up with associate Stein—that’s Anya Stein, deputy director of the CIA—and Englishman Harding-James, agent of Lloyds, who've underwritten the missing gold and who want it back. The big question: where is it? It was on the Medusa, which has vanished, and failed to rematerialise on the Goliath, as hoped by the good guys.
Time for Breed & Co to swing into yet more action, in a well-balanced plot which moves between Rhodes and Crete and includes billionaire Greek shipping magnate Kyrios Athanasios and his dynamic daughter Hecate—a potential partner for some love interest?—as well as Kyrios’s old business associate Drakos and Colonel Maxim Orlov, a Russian officer and unlikely acquaintance from Breed’s past. There are car collisions, shoot-outs, helicopters, perilous clifftop-climbs, fights both over and under the waves and an impressive arsenal of armaments in abundance, both large and small, of every type imaginable.
The story fulfils the expectations of an action thriller, swinging from up-tempo action sequences to slower scenes where the characters interact to help us get to know them in a social setting. There’s mystery too, of course, in the hunt to find not just the gold but those behind its disappearance. Breed makes an effective protagonist, admitting his fear—but only to himself—when he’s really up against it, otherwise putting his entire focus on the situation in hand as he moves from each one to the next. On the not-quite-so-positive side, he spends altogether too much time describing the layout of his surroundings, the contents of the gun cabinet and their makes, the actions of the helicopter crew and everything else, for my taste. It’s great technical detail, but at the cost of getting to know the characters better—and correspondingly, the latter do become a little two-dimensional as a result.
This is not to detract from the many positives of the story though. At two-hundred and thirty-six pages it’s just the right length, as fast-paced action shouldn’t be dragged out. A handy map of the Aegean and its islands—the area covered by the mission—is included, as are diagrams of the Medusa, the Goliath and the MH-60 Sea Hawk helicopter involved in the heist and the recovery operation. There’s been some good research into the Greek aspects of the story, including a dedication to Olympia, who may have been one source of this.
Overall, a pistol-packing piece of storytelling that pretty much delivers what it promises.
February 17, 2024
I was fortunate enough to receive a copy of this book from the author, Cameron Curtis, his publisher (Inkubator Books), and Booksprout in return for an honest review.
This was my first book in Curtis' military thriller series (there are eight books in the series, meaning there are seven more books I want to read). If you haven't read these books you need to definitely do so. Curtis's attention to detail is evident in his descriptions of the tactical maneuvers and firearms used throughout the mission.
The story takes place in the waters off of the coast of Greece when a cargo freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars goes missing and our protagonist, Breed, is recruited on behalf of Lloyd's of London and his contact in the CIA, deputy director Anya Stein, to locate the missing vessel and to help recover the missing gold bullion. Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the US Navy (in the form of the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete) to assist in the search.
I would give this novel - Hard Contact, my first of many by this author, a solid four stars for the vivid geographic description and the military tools and equipment. A must-read for fans of action thrillers, this book is both a heart-pounding adventure and a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of covert operations. Beautifully crafted, the plot is intricate and complex with great character building. This book has great action scenes, great characters, lots of excellent descriptions of the places the story is set, and a very interesting plot. I believe that this book would be enjoyed by fans of Jason Kasper, Jack Carr, Brad Thor, Paul Heatley, and Lee Child.
As with all my literary ramblings, these are a few of my five cents worth.
This was my first book in Curtis' military thriller series (there are eight books in the series, meaning there are seven more books I want to read). If you haven't read these books you need to definitely do so. Curtis's attention to detail is evident in his descriptions of the tactical maneuvers and firearms used throughout the mission.
The story takes place in the waters off of the coast of Greece when a cargo freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars goes missing and our protagonist, Breed, is recruited on behalf of Lloyd's of London and his contact in the CIA, deputy director Anya Stein, to locate the missing vessel and to help recover the missing gold bullion. Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the US Navy (in the form of the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete) to assist in the search.
I would give this novel - Hard Contact, my first of many by this author, a solid four stars for the vivid geographic description and the military tools and equipment. A must-read for fans of action thrillers, this book is both a heart-pounding adventure and a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of covert operations. Beautifully crafted, the plot is intricate and complex with great character building. This book has great action scenes, great characters, lots of excellent descriptions of the places the story is set, and a very interesting plot. I believe that this book would be enjoyed by fans of Jason Kasper, Jack Carr, Brad Thor, Paul Heatley, and Lee Child.
As with all my literary ramblings, these are a few of my five cents worth.
March 4, 2024
Here is my review for Hard Contact by Cameron Curtis
I got into this book straight away and just loved the story from the start. It's very similar to a Jack Reacher but Breed works with the authorities where needed and he is a good guy with a lot of skills. It’s a fast read with a story that is just a page turner and hard to put down. The plotting is superb and the writing is excellent. The language used in the book to explain everything is beautiful and the fights get bloody and people die. I wish I had learnt about this series earlier as I’m really enjoying reading it and this is book eight so to catch up I would have to read the previous seven, that would be a challenge I would love, it’s just having the time to read them!
Blurb :
Thirty tons of gold. One brilliant heist.
The Medusa, a freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars, is hijacked off the coast of Greece. Using sophisticated technology, the hijackers make the vessel disappear. The CIA’s deputy director, Anya Stein, recruits Breed to locate the vessel and recover the gold.
Breed and Stein trace the missing vessel to the mouth of the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Rhodes and Crete. Realising Breed is on their trail, the hijackers do everything they can to stop him – permanently.
Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete. With their help, Breed uses all his Special Forces training to find the Medusa, break into the hijackers’ base, and serve the killers his own lethal brand of justice.
This time, it’s hard contact all the way.
I got into this book straight away and just loved the story from the start. It's very similar to a Jack Reacher but Breed works with the authorities where needed and he is a good guy with a lot of skills. It’s a fast read with a story that is just a page turner and hard to put down. The plotting is superb and the writing is excellent. The language used in the book to explain everything is beautiful and the fights get bloody and people die. I wish I had learnt about this series earlier as I’m really enjoying reading it and this is book eight so to catch up I would have to read the previous seven, that would be a challenge I would love, it’s just having the time to read them!
Blurb :
Thirty tons of gold. One brilliant heist.
The Medusa, a freighter carrying gold bullion worth two billion dollars, is hijacked off the coast of Greece. Using sophisticated technology, the hijackers make the vessel disappear. The CIA’s deputy director, Anya Stein, recruits Breed to locate the vessel and recover the gold.
Breed and Stein trace the missing vessel to the mouth of the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Rhodes and Crete. Realising Breed is on their trail, the hijackers do everything they can to stop him – permanently.
Breed and Stein enlist the aid of a Greek shipping magnate, his fiery daughter, and the USS Pressley Bannon, currently based out of Crete. With their help, Breed uses all his Special Forces training to find the Medusa, break into the hijackers’ base, and serve the killers his own lethal brand of justice.
This time, it’s hard contact all the way.
March 11, 2024
This is my first book by this author but it definitely won't be my last. Although it is the eighth book in the series, I read it as a standalone and I don't feel like I missed anything, however, it has definitely made me want to read more of the series.
The book is well written with a compelling story line that gripped me right from the start and didn't let me go, I was absolutely hooked. the characters are well developed and I found myself really liking most of them, especially Breed and Anya.
The book is also full of vivid descriptions so I felt like I was right there with them trying to find the missing gold bullion. The descriptions of the action, the scenery and the characters really helped bring this book alive for me.
There is so much going on in this book it is crammed full of action and adventure and the pacing is fast to match the tension. I really enjoyed it and can't wait to read more
The book is well written with a compelling story line that gripped me right from the start and didn't let me go, I was absolutely hooked. the characters are well developed and I found myself really liking most of them, especially Breed and Anya.
The book is also full of vivid descriptions so I felt like I was right there with them trying to find the missing gold bullion. The descriptions of the action, the scenery and the characters really helped bring this book alive for me.
There is so much going on in this book it is crammed full of action and adventure and the pacing is fast to match the tension. I really enjoyed it and can't wait to read more
February 11, 2024
Hard Contact by Cameron Curtis is a riveting addition to the action-packed Breed series, marking its eighth installment with an explosion of adrenaline, intrigue, and nail-biting suspense. Curtis masterfully crafts a narrative that is both dynamic and meticulously detailed, ensuring that readers are not just observers but are thrust into the heart of the action.
Curtis's attention to detail is evident in his descriptions of the tactical maneuvers and technologies used throughout the mission. These elements are not just for show; they enhance the realism of the story, immersing the reader in a world where every decision could mean the difference between success and catastrophic failure. A must-read for fans of action thrillers, this book is both a heart-pounding adventure and a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of covert operations.
Curtis's attention to detail is evident in his descriptions of the tactical maneuvers and technologies used throughout the mission. These elements are not just for show; they enhance the realism of the story, immersing the reader in a world where every decision could mean the difference between success and catastrophic failure. A must-read for fans of action thrillers, this book is both a heart-pounding adventure and a thought-provoking journey into the complexities of covert operations.
February 23, 2024
A 1.75 but rounded to2 cause I liked other books in the series.
Breed is contacted by Anna Stein (Deputy Dir of CIA) to help her and an insurance exec find the Medusa -a container ship transporting billions in gold bars that has disappeared. Although there are a few spots in the book where Breed has help from the Navy or some seals, he mostly finds the gold and delivers justice on his own.
Meanwhile, there is a chapter where Breed & Anna are at a party in Greece, she gets hammered and makes a fool of herself (yeah, like the DD of CIA would actually compromise themselves like this and if they did, we would certainly be in trouble).
It's choppy, a lot of man-splaining of technical details that could have been eliminated.
Breed is contacted by Anna Stein (Deputy Dir of CIA) to help her and an insurance exec find the Medusa -a container ship transporting billions in gold bars that has disappeared. Although there are a few spots in the book where Breed has help from the Navy or some seals, he mostly finds the gold and delivers justice on his own.
Meanwhile, there is a chapter where Breed & Anna are at a party in Greece, she gets hammered and makes a fool of herself (yeah, like the DD of CIA would actually compromise themselves like this and if they did, we would certainly be in trouble).
It's choppy, a lot of man-splaining of technical details that could have been eliminated.
February 7, 2024
The storyline for this is terrific. What's not to like about a missing ship and missing gold in the setting of the Greek islands. Breed and Stein are on the case along with a representative of Lloyds of London insurers. Throw in some Greek shipping tycoons and US Navy personnel and you can be sure there's lots of action and adventure.
I raced through this. It's fast-paced as usual for this series and I enjoyed the change of scenery. There's still some heart in mouth moments and a few twists along the way to keep you entertained as if the action itself isn't enough. Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I raced through this. It's fast-paced as usual for this series and I enjoyed the change of scenery. There's still some heart in mouth moments and a few twists along the way to keep you entertained as if the action itself isn't enough. Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 13, 2024
The is the eighth book the the Breed action series and it doesn't disappoint. If you haven't read these books you need to definitely do so. What do you do when two billion dollars in gold is stolen??? You know you can't call the cops so you call Breed. A freightliner caring two billion dollars worth of gold is hijacked off the coast of Greece. Deputy Director Anya Stein recruits Breen to locate the ship and the gold. Unfortunately the hijackers find out that Breed is hot on their trail and they will do anything to stop him.
March 6, 2024
Breed is back and along with Stein they are trying to solve a case of a suspected hijacking at sea. Well damn the tension in this plot never stops! The pace is so fast that you will have to sprint to keep up. It does get technical at times and I admit that I got lost in the technical aspects but if you understand them I'm sure you will be in your element. I revelled in the non stop edge of your seat action and the new characters added a nice touch to the plot. The ending I felt was like icing the top of the cake Delicious!
February 20, 2024
This book was very entertaining, fast paced and action packed. Definitely lots of shooting and casualties took place as the hero, Breed, sought the missing ship and its cargo of gold bars in the beautiful Greek Islands. The author's detailed descriptions of Breed's phenomenal actions of underwater diving, climbing, shooting, and strategic planning made the story thrilling.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 27, 2025
Hard Contact
Hard Contact was a very exciting book to read and follow the characters in the islands in Greece. This is the first book that I have read in the Breed series that is about the country of Greece and I found it very interesting of some of the things that were revealed in the story. Hard Contact talked about two families that were extremely rich and a country where they could monopolize everything for their own profit.
Hard Contact was a very exciting book to read and follow the characters in the islands in Greece. This is the first book that I have read in the Breed series that is about the country of Greece and I found it very interesting of some of the things that were revealed in the story. Hard Contact talked about two families that were extremely rich and a country where they could monopolize everything for their own profit.
February 14, 2024
I have read a few books from this series and always enjoy them, but this one is by far my favourite. Pirates, a missing ship and gold bullion, the Greek islands and powerful business moguls make this one fascinating. Beautifully crafted, the plot is intricate and complex with great character building. This is pure pleasure to read.
April 30, 2024
Hard Contact by Cameron Curtis
A Breed Thriller #8
I missed book seven in the series but felt right at home following Breed on his next thrilling adventure.
What I liked:
* The gritty compelling introduction to the story and how Breed took care of business
* Breed: intriguing, strong, lethal, intelligent, ex-military, sniper, excellent and varied skills, independent contractor, battle-scarred, survivor, attractive to women, someone I would like to have as a friend and definitely would want in my corner if in trouble
* Anya Stein: CIA Director of Special Situations, intelligent, strategic thinker, capable, hard worker, dedicated, intriguing, not infallible, and seeing a different side of her in this story
* Hecate Kyrios: Greek, daughter of wealthy businessman, strong, resilient, will probably take over her father’s business, might have been a ship passing in the night or could show up again in a future book in the series
* The plot, pacing, setting, and writing
* That I felt I was there with Breed and a part of the story – and yet was really glad that I was NOT there – can’t imagine the training that he must have gone through to do all that he can in these books
* The twists, turns, and surprises that kept occurring
* Following the story and finding out who the bad guys were and what they were up to
* Wondering what Breed does when he is NOT working for the Stein and the CIA
* Thinking about what type of situation Breed will find himself in next
* All of it really, except…
What I didn’t like:
* Who and what I was meant not to like
* Having to wait for the next book in the series
Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Definitely
Thank you to NetGalley, Inkubator Books, and the author for the ARC – This is my honest review.
5 Stars
A Breed Thriller #8
I missed book seven in the series but felt right at home following Breed on his next thrilling adventure.
What I liked:
* The gritty compelling introduction to the story and how Breed took care of business
* Breed: intriguing, strong, lethal, intelligent, ex-military, sniper, excellent and varied skills, independent contractor, battle-scarred, survivor, attractive to women, someone I would like to have as a friend and definitely would want in my corner if in trouble
* Anya Stein: CIA Director of Special Situations, intelligent, strategic thinker, capable, hard worker, dedicated, intriguing, not infallible, and seeing a different side of her in this story
* Hecate Kyrios: Greek, daughter of wealthy businessman, strong, resilient, will probably take over her father’s business, might have been a ship passing in the night or could show up again in a future book in the series
* The plot, pacing, setting, and writing
* That I felt I was there with Breed and a part of the story – and yet was really glad that I was NOT there – can’t imagine the training that he must have gone through to do all that he can in these books
* The twists, turns, and surprises that kept occurring
* Following the story and finding out who the bad guys were and what they were up to
* Wondering what Breed does when he is NOT working for the Stein and the CIA
* Thinking about what type of situation Breed will find himself in next
* All of it really, except…
What I didn’t like:
* Who and what I was meant not to like
* Having to wait for the next book in the series
Did I enjoy this book? Yes
Would I read more in this series? Definitely
Thank you to NetGalley, Inkubator Books, and the author for the ARC – This is my honest review.
5 Stars
December 10, 2024
Good fast moving thriller.
Fast moving thriller that has Breed searching for a missing charge ship containing billions in gold bullion. Accompanied by friends or people he believed to be friends he suffers attempts on his life as he slowly uncovers the location of the missing ship and gold. In doing so he also finds out who the traitors were in his group.
Fast moving thriller that has Breed searching for a missing charge ship containing billions in gold bullion. Accompanied by friends or people he believed to be friends he suffers attempts on his life as he slowly uncovers the location of the missing ship and gold. In doing so he also finds out who the traitors were in his group.
February 12, 2024
Breed is back and the action continues as always. This time he becomes a target as he attempts to recover a hijacked ship. I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher and voluntarily provided an hour review.
February 18, 2024
when hard to retrieve items are at stake, a retrieval agent more interested in results for you than legalities might be who you wsnt
unique methods, justice, action and practices
intense and hard hitting drama and intrigue
unique methods, justice, action and practices
intense and hard hitting drama and intrigue
February 18, 2024
This action thriller novel is a very enjoyable novel this book is very well written a true page turner I very much enjoyed this storyline.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 26, 2024
Five Stars
Another great action packed read. I have read all of these books in order and have never been disappointed. A big thank you to the author and from me another well deserved 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Another great action packed read. I have read all of these books in order and have never been disappointed. A big thank you to the author and from me another well deserved 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
March 3, 2024
Wonderful
Love these adventures that Breed gets himself involved in. Another fast paced exciting adventure. Really like the building tension between Breed and Stein. Can't wait for book 9 to see what trouble Breed gets into.
Love these adventures that Breed gets himself involved in. Another fast paced exciting adventure. Really like the building tension between Breed and Stein. Can't wait for book 9 to see what trouble Breed gets into.
April 7, 2025
outstanding Cameron, this author is one to be fan of.
As a former marine he is the very best in descriptive reading. His novels can be quite
Spellbinding. I am looking forward to book
Nine. Mike.
an ex
As a former marine he is the very best in descriptive reading. His novels can be quite
Spellbinding. I am looking forward to book
Nine. Mike.
an ex
September 18, 2025
The continuing saga of Breed & Stein. Typical of the series which means plenty of action and different parts of the world.
I am amazed the different scenarios this author comes up with. You would think that there would be similarities with the stories but there not.
I am amazed the different scenarios this author comes up with. You would think that there would be similarities with the stories but there not.
February 16, 2024
This book has great action scenes, great characters, lots of excellent descriptions of the places the story is set, and a very interesting plot. This is excellent entertainment.
February 22, 2024
Best Yet.
Wow! Good in every category. Action thriller or the better sort. Deep research yields comprehensively realistic descriptions. All thumbs up. Bravo!
Wow! Good in every category. Action thriller or the better sort. Deep research yields comprehensively realistic descriptions. All thumbs up. Bravo!
February 22, 2024
Fast paced and fun reading. I really enjoyed Hard Contact. I'll definitely be reading more by Cameron Curtis.
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