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Yuri: Special Agent Mischa
Mad Scientist. Evil Genius. Inventor. Motor Mouth. The Government's Go-To Bad Guy.Once the government's most notorious asset, Yuri sought a quieter life in early retirement. His plan was experiment freely and get richer designing government tech. But his initial foray into normalcy became a two-year battle that cost him everything.
Now, vindicated and free, he's established a new base in Michigan’s remote Upper Peninsula. Yet, his knack for trouble and an opinionated nature quickly led to conflict with his new neighbors. This drama is violently interrupted when duty calls. A high-value asset is kidnapped, and he's the only one who can stop it. Will his old skills be enough, or will this threat demand something more? Something he thought he'd left buried in his sordid past?
This had been previously released under the title 'The Dark Side of Necessity'.
Now, vindicated and free, he's established a new base in Michigan’s remote Upper Peninsula. Yet, his knack for trouble and an opinionated nature quickly led to conflict with his new neighbors. This drama is violently interrupted when duty calls. A high-value asset is kidnapped, and he's the only one who can stop it. Will his old skills be enough, or will this threat demand something more? Something he thought he'd left buried in his sordid past?
This had been previously released under the title 'The Dark Side of Necessity'.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 4, 2025
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February 3, 2025
minions meets John Wick
Solid editing, spelling, text layout, etc.
The story itself has almost no basis in reality , but the description accurately lays out this is a story about a man scientist, so what do you expect?
There will be no superpowers , and no magical mystical element.
There will, however, be in probably faster product development , metrical handwaving for complex task, and things that are probably not physically possible.
But : the author shows a great sense of humor, fun characters, a quickly moving plot, and a few outcomes that are not by the formula, so you can’t predict everything ahead of time.
I mean some stuff , yeah.
But it’s not boring , in fact, it was quite a lot of fun.
It’s not some deep philosophical story, it is to genre of spies and mad scientist, what Jason Bourne is the world of real intelligence operation.
You should read this book , you’ll probably enjoy it.
Solid editing, spelling, text layout, etc.
The story itself has almost no basis in reality , but the description accurately lays out this is a story about a man scientist, so what do you expect?
There will be no superpowers , and no magical mystical element.
There will, however, be in probably faster product development , metrical handwaving for complex task, and things that are probably not physically possible.
But : the author shows a great sense of humor, fun characters, a quickly moving plot, and a few outcomes that are not by the formula, so you can’t predict everything ahead of time.
I mean some stuff , yeah.
But it’s not boring , in fact, it was quite a lot of fun.
It’s not some deep philosophical story, it is to genre of spies and mad scientist, what Jason Bourne is the world of real intelligence operation.
You should read this book , you’ll probably enjoy it.
January 10, 2025
Wow. You need to get this one - like, now.
I read a lot, probably 2-300 books a year. This one is easily in the top 3. Boyd Craven, you need to have fun and explore these characters more - a lot more! I hope you sell a gazillion of this one, and I bet you do. What a fun book! It reminds me of Lois McMaster Bujold’s tour-de-force with Miles Vorkosigan and company. And as for the potential new readers? Just buy it and relax - you’re in good hands.
I read a lot, probably 2-300 books a year. This one is easily in the top 3. Boyd Craven, you need to have fun and explore these characters more - a lot more! I hope you sell a gazillion of this one, and I bet you do. What a fun book! It reminds me of Lois McMaster Bujold’s tour-de-force with Miles Vorkosigan and company. And as for the potential new readers? Just buy it and relax - you’re in good hands.
January 9, 2025
Interesting read
A newish genre from this author. Definitely a guy's dream book...or a nightmare marrying two women. 5 stars for originality and 5 stars for providing me with entertainment. !Looking forward to the next book in this series.
A newish genre from this author. Definitely a guy's dream book...or a nightmare marrying two women. 5 stars for originality and 5 stars for providing me with entertainment. !Looking forward to the next book in this series.
April 8, 2025
Good Read
Nothing to complain about. Good story. Fast-paced. Likable characters. A plot that wasn’t totally transparent and predictable. Just like the Jason Bourne series or Stetham in the Transporter series of movies, or even James Bond, the tech and capabilities of the protagonists were unrealistic, but were in service of the plot, so no complaints.
Nothing to complain about. Good story. Fast-paced. Likable characters. A plot that wasn’t totally transparent and predictable. Just like the Jason Bourne series or Stetham in the Transporter series of movies, or even James Bond, the tech and capabilities of the protagonists were unrealistic, but were in service of the plot, so no complaints.
October 7, 2025
Fun action
I’m not really sure how to categorize this book. Men’s adventure, thriller, spy novel, intrigue, a little bit of romance…heck I just don’t know. It really was a fast, great read. A modern Doc Savage, or an American James Bond (with a cute little Q too). Thoroughly enjoyable, highly recommend!
I’m not really sure how to categorize this book. Men’s adventure, thriller, spy novel, intrigue, a little bit of romance…heck I just don’t know. It really was a fast, great read. A modern Doc Savage, or an American James Bond (with a cute little Q too). Thoroughly enjoyable, highly recommend!
January 9, 2025
Excellent read
This book had a great characters and storyline. It was hard to put down once I started reading it. Boyd is a great author and this is up there as one of my favorite books of his.
This book had a great characters and storyline. It was hard to put down once I started reading it. Boyd is a great author and this is up there as one of my favorite books of his.
January 10, 2025
Good guys do bad stuff sometimes
Different way of looking at people who need to get things done. Agent fights bad guys...with bullets and brains. Swearing was a little over the top for me,but once again a great story. Heart of gold,fighting for right.
Different way of looking at people who need to get things done. Agent fights bad guys...with bullets and brains. Swearing was a little over the top for me,but once again a great story. Heart of gold,fighting for right.
March 15, 2025
Wish I could give 10 stars
This book was excellent from beginning to end. Quirky, funny, crazy people all living a fast paced action packed life. Boyd Craven has hit another one out of the park.
This book was excellent from beginning to end. Quirky, funny, crazy people all living a fast paced action packed life. Boyd Craven has hit another one out of the park.
October 17, 2025
A great romping adventure of Dr Evil 2
Very pleasant change of pace. Unique protagonists, alternative lifestyle combined with ADHD run amuck with lots of money. I am so jealous!
Enjoyable read.
Very pleasant change of pace. Unique protagonists, alternative lifestyle combined with ADHD run amuck with lots of money. I am so jealous!
Enjoyable read.
January 6, 2025
Great Book!
Really enjoyed the first book and hope you make it into a series. The characters were well developed and I loved the riff on the evil mad genius and his minions!
Really enjoyed the first book and hope you make it into a series. The characters were well developed and I loved the riff on the evil mad genius and his minions!
January 10, 2025
Unexpectedly fun
Really good, really enjoyed this book. As I said, the story was unexpectedly fun and not at all what I expected. Recommend!
Really good, really enjoyed this book. As I said, the story was unexpectedly fun and not at all what I expected. Recommend!
January 12, 2025
Dammit Boyd!
What is not to like?
Great characters ,an easy to follow plot, action, romance and some twists that kept me reading...I really hope this is only the first book of many
What is not to like?
Great characters ,an easy to follow plot, action, romance and some twists that kept me reading...I really hope this is only the first book of many
January 12, 2025
Outstanding read
The characters were awesome and the action fast. We need more Mischa! Recommended for anyone who likes action, snark, tech, and justice.
The characters were awesome and the action fast. We need more Mischa! Recommended for anyone who likes action, snark, tech, and justice.
January 19, 2025
not my cup of tea
The writing was good. Very few errors. But it just wasn’t my cup of tea. Someone else may very well like it.
The writing was good. Very few errors. But it just wasn’t my cup of tea. Someone else may very well like it.
January 21, 2025
Another great story from Boyd!
Another great read from Boyd Craven III with plenty of twists & turns. I hope this continues into another great series from Boyd!
Another great read from Boyd Craven III with plenty of twists & turns. I hope this continues into another great series from Boyd!
March 2, 2025
Interesting way to spend a snowy day.
April 7, 2025
KEEPER!
What a great read. This is a keeper and a slower reread. “Shits and giggles “, I’ll never say it again without laughing. Buy this book folks, you won’t regret it.
What a great read. This is a keeper and a slower reread. “Shits and giggles “, I’ll never say it again without laughing. Buy this book folks, you won’t regret it.
April 15, 2025
Wow! Love it!
This is a great book. The adventure is interesting . I am looking forward to reading more in this series!
This is a great book. The adventure is interesting . I am looking forward to reading more in this series!
June 29, 2025
It took me a bit to get into…
January 19, 2025
Every thing is Awsome.
Really though what a great book.
I can't wait to read the next everything this author writes.
If that family needs a blacksmith, veteran ,nanny sign me up.
Pax
Really though what a great book.
I can't wait to read the next everything this author writes.
If that family needs a blacksmith, veteran ,nanny sign me up.
Pax
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