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Toby Steele #2
23:23:23: Power Shift
Toby Steele is back — stronger, faster, and more dangerous than ever — but even heroes can be broken.
Six months after a rogue computer program transformed him into a reluctant vigilante, Toby has mastered his powers and embraced his mission to protect the innocent. But when he crosses paths with Lorelei — a dangerous temptress with her own agenda — Toby is pulled into a tangle of seduction and betrayal.
As old enemies resurface and new powers awaken, Toby must decide how far he’s willing to go to fight for justice — and who he can trust when the lines between right and wrong blur.
Relentless, action-packed, and impossible to put down, this second chapter in the Toby Steele saga will keep you enthralled to the very last page and leave you questioning what it means to fight for what’s right — no matter the cost, even if it means losing everything.
Six months after a rogue computer program transformed him into a reluctant vigilante, Toby has mastered his powers and embraced his mission to protect the innocent. But when he crosses paths with Lorelei — a dangerous temptress with her own agenda — Toby is pulled into a tangle of seduction and betrayal.
As old enemies resurface and new powers awaken, Toby must decide how far he’s willing to go to fight for justice — and who he can trust when the lines between right and wrong blur.
Relentless, action-packed, and impossible to put down, this second chapter in the Toby Steele saga will keep you enthralled to the very last page and leave you questioning what it means to fight for what’s right — no matter the cost, even if it means losing everything.
326 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 20, 2024
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September 22, 2025
Good tale of good vs evil
An IT working the night shift is accidentally exposed to a genuine genius who gives super powers unknown before. He discovers that his boss's granddaughter has special talents also and that he must protect each from the evil of the special characters running government behind the scenes. Good tale but be aware that bedroom scenes are very provocative.
An IT working the night shift is accidentally exposed to a genuine genius who gives super powers unknown before. He discovers that his boss's granddaughter has special talents also and that he must protect each from the evil of the special characters running government behind the scenes. Good tale but be aware that bedroom scenes are very provocative.
January 25, 2026
If your brain was reconfigured would you still be you?
Adam Eccles has written a fine sequel to his 22:22:22, filled with adventure, romance, and even a few philosophical insights. Toby Steele, once a bored night shift IT tech, was changed in the first book, his brain implanted with not merely skills he’d never had before (he can pick a lock in 30 seconds!) and languages he previously had no knowledge of, but also changes in his outlook and ways of facing the world.
He is also, because of the programme residing in his brain, deeply loyal to Evelyn Greenwood, the cryptographer who, back in the 1960s, designed and created it, and by extension loyal to that woman’s granddaughter, Cassie. Cassie too is a scientist, a specialist in green energy, and the inventor of a technology that could enable the world to reduce our use of petroleum to almost nothing.
There are those out there who fear that kind of change, and will do whatever they can to keep it from happening. Oil and chemical companies would see their stocks crash and politicians who benefit from corporate largesse would see their PACS and reëlection funds diminished. Changing the status quo might be good for the planet, but less good for the people currently in Evelyn Greenwood’s research some sixty years ago, and it’s the same Department that’s threatening her granddaughter’s progress— and Toby Steele is in their way.
Recommended, but only after reading the first novel.
[I don’t know if you read your reviews, Mr. Eccles, but if so, please stop now and go back to writing 24:24:24!]
Adam Eccles has written a fine sequel to his 22:22:22, filled with adventure, romance, and even a few philosophical insights. Toby Steele, once a bored night shift IT tech, was changed in the first book, his brain implanted with not merely skills he’d never had before (he can pick a lock in 30 seconds!) and languages he previously had no knowledge of, but also changes in his outlook and ways of facing the world.
He is also, because of the programme residing in his brain, deeply loyal to Evelyn Greenwood, the cryptographer who, back in the 1960s, designed and created it, and by extension loyal to that woman’s granddaughter, Cassie. Cassie too is a scientist, a specialist in green energy, and the inventor of a technology that could enable the world to reduce our use of petroleum to almost nothing.
There are those out there who fear that kind of change, and will do whatever they can to keep it from happening. Oil and chemical companies would see their stocks crash and politicians who benefit from corporate largesse would see their PACS and reëlection funds diminished. Changing the status quo might be good for the planet, but less good for the people currently in Evelyn Greenwood’s research some sixty years ago, and it’s the same Department that’s threatening her granddaughter’s progress— and Toby Steele is in their way.
Recommended, but only after reading the first novel.
[I don’t know if you read your reviews, Mr. Eccles, but if so, please stop now and go back to writing 24:24:24!]
February 24, 2025
Another superbly intriguing piece of escapism - you should read this
This was easily as enjoyable as book one. And the Department are back, and how.
To describe it as a mix of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. and a certain caped crusader would not do it justice. It has a bit of everything, action, thriller, romance / X-rated scenes, not forgetting the all important humour. I'd love to say more but it would count as a spoiler.
I have no doubt / hope there's a few more books left in this series, it's just a shame I have to wait now....
This was easily as enjoyable as book one. And the Department are back, and how.
To describe it as a mix of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. and a certain caped crusader would not do it justice. It has a bit of everything, action, thriller, romance / X-rated scenes, not forgetting the all important humour. I'd love to say more but it would count as a spoiler.
I have no doubt / hope there's a few more books left in this series, it's just a shame I have to wait now....
January 15, 2026
Refreshingly good!
I rarely, (if ever) write reviews but thought this author deserved my time. This book is funny at times. Suspenseful, intriguing, with some suprise twists that are not predictable. If you like a refreshing change this author is for you. Just finished a second book by Adam Eccles, now looking for a third. Give it a read, I enjoyed it, I think you might as well. Cheers!
I rarely, (if ever) write reviews but thought this author deserved my time. This book is funny at times. Suspenseful, intriguing, with some suprise twists that are not predictable. If you like a refreshing change this author is for you. Just finished a second book by Adam Eccles, now looking for a third. Give it a read, I enjoyed it, I think you might as well. Cheers!
December 30, 2024
A rattling good yarn!
It’s different, it’s funny, the hero is fallible and the villains are suitably persistent. The whole thing is a bit unbelievable but that is the point of escapist fiction, isn’t it? Best of all, it’s not set in the US and the characters are not gung ho Americans.
I’ve read both books in just a couple of days and now eagerly await the next in the series.
It’s different, it’s funny, the hero is fallible and the villains are suitably persistent. The whole thing is a bit unbelievable but that is the point of escapist fiction, isn’t it? Best of all, it’s not set in the US and the characters are not gung ho Americans.
I’ve read both books in just a couple of days and now eagerly await the next in the series.
February 21, 2025
I was a little disappointed with this one, having enjoyed the first in the series immensely. Don't get me wrong, it is an easy and enjoyable read but there's some obvious plot holes and it is really quite predictable. Don't let me put you off though, it's still worth a read as it is almost classic Adam with some great humour.
December 27, 2024
Outstanding Entertainment
We Americans are infatuated by dry British humor, and this novel does not disappoint.
A bit “ R-rated”, but nothing pirnographlic. I hope there’s another Toby Steele coming!
We Americans are infatuated by dry British humor, and this novel does not disappoint.
A bit “ R-rated”, but nothing pirnographlic. I hope there’s another Toby Steele coming!
December 31, 2024
awesome book!
This was amazing, it’s his best one yet. It’s very well written. I just hope there are more in the series!!
This was amazing, it’s his best one yet. It’s very well written. I just hope there are more in the series!!
January 24, 2025
great sequel
It’s actually better than the first one. Great author, love all his books This one is more like a super hero story
It’s actually better than the first one. Great author, love all his books This one is more like a super hero story
February 24, 2025
I was so excited for the return of Toby, and I was not disappointed!
Lovable and relatable characters, and a story that kept me gripped till the very end. Cannot wait for the next instalment.
Lovable and relatable characters, and a story that kept me gripped till the very end. Cannot wait for the next instalment.
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