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The Old Wolf
A former hitman is forced out of retirement when his local Post Office if robbed, with him in it, and his favourite teller is killed.The Wolf reunites with his ‘team’ and goes on a trail of revenge that puts him in the crosshairs of both the government and a private security firm.From the author who brought you ‘You’re Gone’ comes a murderously dark action comedy.
250 pages, Paperback
Published April 14, 2024
About the author
J.S. Morton
11 books47 followersJ.S. Morton is an award-winning fiction writer renowned for his darkly comedic storytelling. His works often explore real-life issues and delve into human psychology. He is best known for his book "You're Gone," which received a Red Ribbon in the Wishing Shelf Book Competition, a bronze medal in the Readers' Favourite awards, and was reviewed with a 'Get it' by Kirkus Reviews.
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Morton's writing style is characterized by a blend of humour and suspense, engaging readers with unpredictable plots and relatable characters. His notable works include:
"You're Gone": A darkly comedic thriller that follows Arthur Norman, a widower grappling with grief and his own sinister inclinations.
"Arthur": A continuation of Arthur Norman's story, exploring his return after 25 years in absentia.
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"Tabula Rasa": A thriller that delves into themes of identity and self-discovery.
As a reader, Morton enjoys gritty dystopian narratives and dark, humorous reads, citing "The Handmaid's Tale," "1984," and "You" among his favourites.
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Outside of writing, Morton is passionate about live music, particularly punk and metal genres, cars, reading, cinema, and snow. He is also a staunch believer in kindness and that it is never too late to start anew in life.
AMAZON.COM
For more information about J.S. Morton and his works, you can visit his Amazon author page.
AMAZON.COM
Morton's writing style is characterized by a blend of humour and suspense, engaging readers with unpredictable plots and relatable characters. His notable works include:
"You're Gone": A darkly comedic thriller that follows Arthur Norman, a widower grappling with grief and his own sinister inclinations.
"Arthur": A continuation of Arthur Norman's story, exploring his return after 25 years in absentia.
BOOKSHOP.ORG
"Tabula Rasa": A thriller that delves into themes of identity and self-discovery.
As a reader, Morton enjoys gritty dystopian narratives and dark, humorous reads, citing "The Handmaid's Tale," "1984," and "You" among his favourites.
REEDSY.COM
Outside of writing, Morton is passionate about live music, particularly punk and metal genres, cars, reading, cinema, and snow. He is also a staunch believer in kindness and that it is never too late to start anew in life.
AMAZON.COM
For more information about J.S. Morton and his works, you can visit his Amazon author page.
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October 1, 2024
The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
2nd July 2024
TITLE: The Old Wolf
AUTHOR: J S Morton
Star Rating: 4
‘A thrill-a-page thriller packed full of over the top characters and a hitman they shouldn’t have messed with. Hugely enjoyable!’ The Wishing Shelf
REVIEW
If you happen to be on the lookout for a fast-paced, slightly gory thriller, you can't go too far wrong with The Old Wolf. The author, J S Morton, seems to know his stuff (and what his readership wants) offering them a smartly plotted ‘revenge’ story with a strong ‘The Equalizer’ feel to it.
So, what's it about? Well, in a nutshell, it's the story of a retired hitman who's a little upset when his post office is robbed and Margery (the teller) is killed. What follows is a suspense-filled revenge thriller as the Wolf (now the much older Wolf) returns from retirement to, well, kill a lot of bad guys.
There's a lot to enjoy in this twisting tale of murder - there's a lot of that, a lot of murdering. Firstly, it is all very tongue in cheek, and the author has, for the most part, excellent comic timing. So, despite it being a bit of a bloodbath, it's funny too. Secondly, the pacing is excellent; to be honest, there's never a dull moment, which as we all know, is vital to the success of a good thriller. And thirdly, I enjoyed the plot; admittedly, it’s not overly complex, but there’s plenty of meat to it and I think most thriller fans will enjoy the ride.
So, what needs work. To be honest, not a lot. Possibly, another round of editing would have helped sort out the small number of punctuation errors. And when I say, ‘small number’, I’m sort of being kind, as there are rather a lot. For example, on the first page – ‘What’s so funny,’ he asks. Also, and this is probably just me, but I hate (literally hate) the c-word, of which there are plenty. Personally, if I’d been the editor, I would have (strongly) suggested they be removed as it turns off a significant number of readers.
All in all, I'm very happy to recommend this book to readers who enjoy well-plotted thrillers, a little humour, plenty of gore, and a lot of bad language. So, for example, if you happen to be a woke, green party supporting vegetarian, I doubt this book is for you. But, if you like a bit of ‘spice’ in your reading, go for it. It’s a good laugh and trust me when I say, you’ll never be bored.
‘Wishing Shelf’ Book Review
www.thewsa.co.uk
2nd July 2024
TITLE: The Old Wolf
AUTHOR: J S Morton
Star Rating: 4
‘A thrill-a-page thriller packed full of over the top characters and a hitman they shouldn’t have messed with. Hugely enjoyable!’ The Wishing Shelf
REVIEW
If you happen to be on the lookout for a fast-paced, slightly gory thriller, you can't go too far wrong with The Old Wolf. The author, J S Morton, seems to know his stuff (and what his readership wants) offering them a smartly plotted ‘revenge’ story with a strong ‘The Equalizer’ feel to it.
So, what's it about? Well, in a nutshell, it's the story of a retired hitman who's a little upset when his post office is robbed and Margery (the teller) is killed. What follows is a suspense-filled revenge thriller as the Wolf (now the much older Wolf) returns from retirement to, well, kill a lot of bad guys.
There's a lot to enjoy in this twisting tale of murder - there's a lot of that, a lot of murdering. Firstly, it is all very tongue in cheek, and the author has, for the most part, excellent comic timing. So, despite it being a bit of a bloodbath, it's funny too. Secondly, the pacing is excellent; to be honest, there's never a dull moment, which as we all know, is vital to the success of a good thriller. And thirdly, I enjoyed the plot; admittedly, it’s not overly complex, but there’s plenty of meat to it and I think most thriller fans will enjoy the ride.
So, what needs work. To be honest, not a lot. Possibly, another round of editing would have helped sort out the small number of punctuation errors. And when I say, ‘small number’, I’m sort of being kind, as there are rather a lot. For example, on the first page – ‘What’s so funny,’ he asks. Also, and this is probably just me, but I hate (literally hate) the c-word, of which there are plenty. Personally, if I’d been the editor, I would have (strongly) suggested they be removed as it turns off a significant number of readers.
All in all, I'm very happy to recommend this book to readers who enjoy well-plotted thrillers, a little humour, plenty of gore, and a lot of bad language. So, for example, if you happen to be a woke, green party supporting vegetarian, I doubt this book is for you. But, if you like a bit of ‘spice’ in your reading, go for it. It’s a good laugh and trust me when I say, you’ll never be bored.
‘Wishing Shelf’ Book Review
www.thewsa.co.uk
April 16, 2024
Another first person dream from JS Morton. Everything you could ask for in a dark, humorous, bloody good one sit read. JS Morton never disappoints!
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