Final Traitor

Alex Reeve #4

by Andy McDermott

'A writer of almost cinematic talent' DAILY EXPRESS

EVERY OPERATIVE KNOWS THE RULES.
The mission comes first. You are a deniable asset. Betrayal is punished by death.

Alex Reeve - OPERATIVE 66 - is a former special-ops soldier and one of the UK's most deadly weapons. Once a member of SC9, a covert assassination unit, Reeve was framed for treason and now works as a mercenary - while the cold-blooded killers he trained with continue their ruthless pursuit.

To be reunited with the woman he loves, Reeve must bring down SC9 - but only a lone British politician can help expose them. As SC9's Operatives close their lethal net, Reeve and those he has to protect are plunged into terrible danger.

Reeve must rely on his instincts and expert training to have any chance of survival. But if there's one man that can never be underestimated . . . it is Operative 66.

Genres: Thriller

372 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 11, 2024

About the author

Andy McDermott was born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, and now lives in Bournemouth. As a journalist and magazine editor, amongst other titles he edited DVD Review and the iconoclastic film publication Hotdog. Andy is now a full-time writer.

Reviews

[Steven Batty · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked this book up at 10 this morning and in between pitting the kettle on have read it cover to cover in one sitting.

A firecracker of a novel from start to finish.

[Jacques Hollands · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Alex Reeve series keeps getting better with every book, and Final Traitor is no exception. As a longtime fan of McDermott’s Wilde and Chase series, I have to say this is in a league of its own. The best way to describe the difference is to compare Alex Reeve to the Bourne movies, while Wilde and Chase are more of a popcorn action thrill ride. Both are fun, but this series has a steely, gritty realism that sets it apart.

The story in Final Traitor felt incredibly plausible, with sharp and realistic action. The story, while never becoming ridiculous, had a few twists and turns. It’s steely and intense, keeping you hooked from start to finish. My only minor gripe was the unresolved situation with a major character in the story (I don't want to provide spoilers here). It felt like the author couldn’t quite decide on the character’s fate and left it open-ended, perhaps to leave the door open for a future decision. As I stated, it is a minor gripe. The only regret I have is that I didn’t discover the Alex Reeve series later when there were more books to read. I could easily binge-read this series back to back, much like I did with the Pendergast series by Lincoln and Child.

I listened to the audiobook on Audible, and the narrator, Simon Mattacks, needs mentioning. He is absolutely brilliant for this story. In fact, he contributes incredibly to the book's atmosphere and storytelling. He is undoubtedly one of my favourite narrators on Audible.

And now, I’ll have to exercise patience and wait for the next installment, which probably won’t be out for another year or so. But, if the quality of Final Traitor is anything to go by, it’ll be well worth the wait!

[Gary Hart · Rating 4 out of 5]

a wild ride through a world of intrigue and uncertainty.

Having read the series, I was enjoying this novel, but feeling sorrow for Alex who could not live the life he wanted. Lots of intrigue and danger, so much care to remain hidden, and so much corruption on high. As the story mover to England, it picked up speed - and the race to Whitehall was full of energy and excitement. Shades of Steve McQueen and his Mustang in Bullitt.
Whilst the story ended with a good outcome in some ways, there is obviously an opening for it to continue. Will Alex, Connie, Molly and ? ever find true happiness?

[Adam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Alex is still on the run and needs to deal with SC9 for the last time. He unleaseh a course of action that sees the Pollie he previously saved expose SC9, but only after just escaping their clutches. All while finding Connie again, and learning about his son.

I enjoy the series, but was a bit disappointed with the new baddies at the end. Between them and the Russians you always know that Alex will never have a happy ending.

[Sarah Ward · Rating 5 out of 5]

A race against time to release the files that will bring down a clandestine organisation within Britain's own Secret Service.

Can Alex Reeve, an operative within this organisation, secure the freedom of not only his own life, but of those he loves?

A gripping read from start to finish.

Andy McDermott excels in this field.

[Tim Craythorne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Final traitor was a gripping story which puts a climax on Alex Reeves story and leaves it open for the next stories.

[Geoffrey Cornish · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good book of non stop action, not in the same league as Silva or Clancy but good enough to make me buy and now read the three books before this on the series !! Bravo Andy McDermott

[Susan Toovey]

8. Good hardly put it down! Love, spies, murders, etc

[S Michael Holden · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alex Reeve

This series gets better with every new book. I wait for their one with much anticipation. Hopefully threat will not be too long.

[Anupama Samantroy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Action packed, fast paced.

[Patrick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

A fast moving and constantly gripping story in this excellent series. Is it final as the title suggests or will we hear from Alex and Connie again?

[Kate Haddad · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the 4th, and currently last, installment of the Alex Reeve series. I wish I had found it later, as it is very bingeable, and I don’t like having to wait so long for the next one, lol.

This story feels incredibly plausible, with sharp turns and realistic action. My biggest gripe is that one plot line wasn’t resolved – I can only imagine that means at least one more novel in the series. McDermott’s writing is gritty and intense, and you will be hooked from beginning to end. The Jason Bourne comparison still sits with me, and I can almost hear the fast-paced, driving background music playing as I read.

I must also praise the narrator of the audio book, Simon Mattacks, as he has become the voice of Alex in my head, and greatly enhances the novel for me.

Well, I’m off to look for another thriller to fill my time while I wait for the next Alex Reeve story…