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The Hitman #1

Deadly Cures: DC Series, Book 1

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A modern-day hero...of sorts.

John Remington. A hit man hired to take out the evilest of men. He likes his job. The money. The no-questions-asked contracts. But there’s a turning point in every man’s life. His comes in the form of a beautiful woman being marked for nothing more than a cure she can offer the world. An easy prey becomes his tangled mess. The hit man becomes the hunted.

He starts a new kind of war against one of the richest companies in the world. The pharmaceutical lions don’t want their secrets or a cure for a terrible disease exposed as it would cost them billions. When he meets the president’s daughter - the target - Remington is forced to question his career and loyalty to men who wouldn’t think twice about taking him out.

With a bounty on his head, he’ll give up everything to protect her from a deadly conspiracy and the people who will stop at nothing to make sure her cure is never released to the public. Keeping her safe is the only thing that matters. Her life will save millions, and he will die to make sure she stays alive.

Deadly Cures was previously titled Taking Down Brooklyn.

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First published August 15, 2017

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50k reviews132 followers
August 15, 2022
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My life was my own. That is until I met B. She was meant to be one night of fun. One night of forgetting my miserable, lonely life.

I’m a hired killer, a modern-day hero of sorts.

I’m paid well to take out the bad guys. I take the money, I do the job, no questions asked—until her beautiful face becomes my target.

B suddenly has a name. Brooklyn Warren, the president’s daughter.

The woman who I’ve thought about since the night we were together now becomes my target. She has a bull’s-eye on her head, and a large amount of money is being offered to take her out. But I don’t kill innocent people, and Brooklyn is not only innocent but highly intelligent and trying to save millions of lives.

She’s come up with the cure for cancer and pissed off the mighty pharmaceutical companies. They stand to lose billions of dollars at the hands of a sexy redhead. Her father, being the president of the United States, doesn’t dissuade them from hunting her and threatening him.

Instead of taking the contract to kill her, I rescue her. She, in turn, rescues me from my lonely life.

Keeping her safe is the only thing that matters to me. Her life will save millions, mine will save none. I will risk everything to keep her safe.

Now the hunt is on for both of us.
Profile Image for Kari Hansen.
12.4k reviews93 followers
August 13, 2017
John is a successful hitman with a heart of gold. He does the job to protect his family and his one rule is no innocents.

Brooklyn is the President’ daughter and she has created a cure for cancer. The only problem is not everyone is happy about it and will go to great lengths to ensure it doesn’t come to market.

When John shows up to get his next target he is shocked to find out it was the girl he spent last night with and can’t stop thinking about. He knows that he can’t kill her but trying to keep her safe leads them on a suspenseful journey filled with twists and betrayal that you won’t soon forget.

I loved this book! The connection and chemistry between Brooklyn and John was off the charts and just when you think you know what is going on, wham, another hit from left field and the ending will leave you breathless. This book will make you laugh, it will make you cry and it will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
329 reviews1 follower
December 28, 2017
Oh wow! I wasn't prepared to be sucked in from page one and glued there until the last page, but I was! This is one action packed story with a whole lot going on! There is drama, intrigue, love, lust, family, conspiracy and so much more! I just could not stop reading!

John is an assassin for hire, and he is very good at his job. He wants out, but his boss is blackmailing him with his brother's life.

Brooklyn is a scientist that has quite possibly come up with the cure for cancer. And it's about to get her killed. And oh yeah, she is also the President's daughter!

I do not have the words to do this story justice, other than to say you absolutely must read it! You won't be disappointed!

Profile Image for Heather.
1,435 reviews26 followers
April 30, 2018
Having read and enjoyed many books by Kelly Moore, I was eager to give this book written with K. B. Andrews a try! What started out as a one night stand, ended up saving Brooklyn's life and changing it forever. This was a great read that had so many twists that I simply couldn't put the book down. Plenty of romance, action and suspense, this book had it all. Simply put, a very enjoyable read and I look forward to more from this writing duo.
Profile Image for Becky Claxon.
2,230 reviews19 followers
July 19, 2017
John is a hitman that only has one night stands with women. He has a one night stand with a beautiful woman who leaves him a note the next morning signed B. He gets a contract to kill the President's daughter who has come up with a cure for cancer. The woman's name is Brooklyn and when he sees the picture, it is the last woman he had a one night stand with and couldn't get out of his head. He tells his boss Miles that he won't do it. Miles reminds him that if he doesn't do it, John's twin brother Jake will die. John calls his brother who has cancer and tells him to get to the safe house now as things are going down hill so that Jake needs to hide. John proceeds to save Brooklyn from another sniper and they go on the run.

This was an exciting action book. Believe me, once you start reading you will not want to put the book down. People you think are bad are not always the bad guys, and people you think are good may not really be good. It is hard to know who to trust. John was such a good guy even though he killed people. He only took hits for bad people, no innocents or woman. He tries to help Brooklyn and thus millions of others because of the cancer cure. Unfortunately there are many greedy people, and power hungry people in the world. I may not like how everything happened in the book, but it was a great story. I laughed and cried in the book. I strongly encourage you to read the book. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
Profile Image for Jennifer.
745 reviews15 followers
July 6, 2017
John is a handsome, sexy hitman that spots a woman in a bar one night and takes her home. Not being able to get her off of his mind, he's shocked when he's called in for a new assignment and sees her picture sitting there in front of him. Even worse, Brooklyn is the President's daughter and has discovered a cure for cancer. Brooklyn wanted a night away from everything when she was in the bar, wearing a wig, and met John. Never expecting to see him again, she's shocked to learn that he's found her and rather than kill her, wants to protect her. 

Let me say that the chemistry between John and Brooklyn was instant. But after their one night together, everything after that is a roller coaster ride of running, hiding, and trying to stay alive. On top of getting away from the bad guys, they are also trying to get to John's twin brother, Jake, as well as, keep her father - the President of the United States - up to speed on what's going on. There are numerous twists and turns in this novel where one minute you think things are o.k., then they go bad, then it looks up again, only to have another obstacle in their way. 

I've read a few co-written novels and love how two authors can construct a story that you would never think was co-written. I must admit that before reading Taking Down Brooklyn, I was expecting to be able to tell what Kelly wrote and what K.B. wrote. I have read so many of their novels I thought I could figure out which author wrote which chapters, however, I was proven very wrong. Already fantastic authors on their own, they created a perfectly suspenseful and exciting novel together without any shifts in style or voice. The writing is flawless, the characters are interesting and complex, and the imagery used will make you feel as if you are a part of the story. This book is full of romance, hope, regrets, action, and love. There are happy moments and sad moments, but it is absolutely jam-packed with non-stop action. 

I feel as if I haven't said a lot about the overall plot, but I am trying to avoid spoilers at all costs! Taking Down Brooklyn has fantastic characters and numerous surprising moments that I could not believe. Romance fans that like a dash of thriller/crime fiction will devour this one. Be prepared to fall in love with John as you follow along on this wild ride!

*Special thanks to Kelly Moore and K.B. Andrews for providing this ARC in exchange for my honest review! 
Profile Image for Katt Alexander.
162 reviews7 followers
October 15, 2017
Have lots of tissues ready because you're going to need them!

I have read books by Kelly Moore and K.B. Andrews before, so I figured there would probably be some suspense and romance in this story. I was totally unprepared for all the feels this book gave me. From the first page, I was sucked in, and I found it nearly impossible to put down. Just when I thought I had it figured out, Kelly and K.B. threw another curve ball, and I was left guessing again.

John is a hitman, a very skilled one at that. Once he is assigned a target, you can bet he'll get the job done without anyone finding out he was involved. He stays away from relationships because he doesn't want to be attached to anyone. That all changes when he sees an attractive woman at a bar. She's somewhat of a celebrity, but he doesn't know that, especially since she won't tell him her name. John takes her home for a rendezvous, never intending on seeing her again. The next day, John is assigned to carry out his next hit. When he is shown the photo of his target, he immediately recognizes the face. It's the face of his one night stand, who just happens to be Brooklyn Warren, daughter of the President of the United States.

What follows is a story packed full of suspense, action, passion, intrigue, mystery, hope, fear, and heartache. I told you to have the tissues ready!
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1,203 reviews
August 15, 2017
What a book! I couldn't put this one down. I had to know what was going to happen & how they were going to make turn out ok. The characters were very natural & I loved their bantering.
This is a great read!
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117 reviews4 followers
August 15, 2017
Happy, but not; flabbergasted, but enjoyed a writer's version of "fast and furious" via motorcycles. What a ride! First, thanks to Kelly Moore and K.B. Andrews for a great suspenseful journey woven through a web of government and "big business" politics, war waged against threats to human life seen and unseen as seen through the filter of a great love of family and a fierce, hot romance. I ❤John and Brooklyn--second book you wrote that made me cry! l loved these kick-ass characters. I am calling this a good read! Now I think I need a bourbon NEAT(John favorite drink)! --g
Profile Image for Dusty Summerford (Reviews by Reds).
339 reviews28 followers
August 15, 2017
This is one sexy action packed romance!!

John is the best hitman that you can hire. He never misses a target. He tends to be a loner except from the occasional one night stand. But B would change the course of his life forever.

Brooklyn Warren is The President's daughter but she's so much more than that. She likes to live off the grid sometimes so she can truly be herself and I absolutely loved that about her. She is about to change the world forever... But there are people that would do anything to stop her.

This is a fast paced read! It kind of feels like you're running a marathon with them! So many emotions! It is beautifully written and you can't tell where one author stops and the other begins. I absolutely loved it!

5 Out Of Breath Stars from Reviews By Reds!
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2,403 reviews24 followers
July 9, 2018
An action packed story with lots of danger and romance. Brooklyn is the President;s daughter and has discovered the cure for cancer. Now the pharmaceutical companies are after her. John is a hitman who;s been given the job of taking her out. But he has morals and will not kill an innocent woman who is going to save millions of lives. He goes to her address and sets himself up to take out the other hitmen that will be sent. That;s when he sees Brooklyn on a motorcycle and in leather. He recognized her earlier in a photo as the one night stand he had. Now he;s got her and is trying to get her somewhere safe to keep her alive. Then she tells him she needs her vials of the cure. John calls his brother Jake to get to the safe house as fast as he can and to be aware that he may be followed. Eventually they all wind up at the safe house. How to keep Brooklyn safe, his brother alive. Now the real danger and action begins.
WOW!!!! This story will get your heart racing and keep it there till the last page.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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1,144 reviews39 followers
August 25, 2017
I love Kelly's writing. This book she co-wrote with K.B. Andrews had me on the seat of my pants throughout. It's fast-paced and keeps you wanting to know more. John is a hitman with a heart. Brooklyn is the President's free spirit, brilliant daughter. From a one night stand or so they thought, their lives become intwined. After their night together John is told his next assignment is Brooklyn. Knowing she's innocent he's decided he will go against his boss to keep her safe. John and Brook have chemistry and love that sizzles off the pages, all while they are on the run. Their story is one of suspense, twist and turns that you won't even see coming, and lots of love. Your heart will be on an roller-coaster that has you laughing and crying for John, Brooklyn and their families. These characters will forever live in my heart!
ARC provided by author Kelly Moore - this is a voluntary review
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Author 89 books2,793 followers
June 30, 2017
Great read!

Brooklyn is the president's daughter. She has found the cure to cancer and big pharm wants her head for it. John is a sexy hitman who is assigned to taking her out. One night together changes it all. When he realizes she's his hit, he'll do anything he can to stop it from happening--he's a killer, but he has morals, ones he's intent on upholding. And let's face it--Brooklyn is everything he never knew he ever wanted.

Fast-paced, loaded with action, and filled with steam, Taking Down Brooklyn will leave you panting and wanting more. In fact, I daresay you'll invent an additional story in your mind after completing the book just to continue the experience! I know I did!

I read the entire book in one sitting and demanded more!
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2,881 reviews27 followers
July 30, 2017
I loved this character and the plot! Characters are full, very human and react like we would.
The plot is very fast paced, the situation turns upside down a lot of times and I loved it, that made me excited during reading. The plot was interesting and logical.
Characters were captivating as always when we think about K.A. and Kelly separately. Brooklyn is a young woman that is intelligent, fierce and can take care of herself. I really enjoyed her not being a normal damsel in distress. John is a hitman that was supposed to kill her, but what will happen when he will start protecting her instead of killing her? For sure feelings will be blown be the situation.
At the end, I was in the mood for crying, but I was also glad that there was something different about this ending.
Profile Image for Rebecca Welch Kerchner-Love.
28 reviews1 follower
July 28, 2017
A hitman, John has taken out the guilty as a career. Then he meets a girl that touches him in a way no other has. A one night stand and a letter simply signed B. Called in for a hit, there is the face he can't stop thinking of, only problem she's his next job.
Risking Everything, he decides to protect her. Sexy, and smart, and innocent. She had what people kill for and it's going to take everything in John's power to save her and in the long run 100,000's of other people. Fast paced, fall hard, can't put it down. Kelly Moore and K.B are a force to be reckoned with alone, together they have created a master piece that was well worth the wait and definitely worth the read.
441 reviews1 follower
June 30, 2018
Wow, I couldn't out this fantastic story with great characters, romance and intrigue. John was a human and was given a hit to do on the President's daughter who had invented a cure for cancer. The big drug companies wanted to kill her to prevent it causing them to lose billions. John had spent the night with her the previous night and couldn't kill her. They went on the run and got his brother who had cancer cured. They kept running and being found. There was so much intrigue I couldn't put it down. The ending was sad. I can't wait to read the next book in this series.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
4 reviews
June 30, 2018
With some books I don't like the beginning I want characters that I know things that are familiar. However everyone I read a Kelly Moore book I am sucked into the story straight away and this book was no different.

A hot guy that can take down people no matter what they are doing to him. A hot chick who doesn't take orders and can ride a bike just as well as he can. Add a dash of morals. A pinch of sex and you have this book.

Unputdownable right to the end. Warning you'll need some tissues at the end.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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1,567 reviews48 followers
September 10, 2021
So I was pretty much ready to rage with the way this book ended … only to find out that there is a sequel lol. Still I won’t be reading that one, because while I love the idea of the story - can you imagine a cure for cancer being found?! -, I couldn’t really connect with the characters. They are pretty much forgettable to me sadly. And are there any more boring names than John (male lead) or Jake (his brother)? 🙈 And the sex. There’s plenty of it. Though I had much preferred quality - a couple descriptive scenes - over quantity here - several scenes that were dealt with after less than one page each. All in all a great storyline idea where I simply expected … more I guess.
Profile Image for Fleur.
3,754 reviews31 followers
April 30, 2018
Wow this is a very fast paced and action packed book, I love how fiery and stubborn Brooklyn is as well as how John feels he doesn't deserve a good life because he is a hit man but he does so much for those he loves. This was an emotional rollers coast with plenty of twists that had me hanging on every word and had no idea what would happen next. They way the chapters went back a bit blended really well and gave you the full story so you really could picture everything. I have to admit there were almost tears at the end and can not wait to read the next in the series!
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1,743 reviews18 followers
June 29, 2018
Kelly and K.B. co-writing this thrilling, non-stop action, kick in the butt suspense romance so well I wasn't sure if I was reading or watching a movie.

I was hooked by the blurb and the story just solidified these authors as brilliant!!!

Don't blink or you'll miss one second of the action this book has to offer. It's got all you want and need.

The twists and turns will jolt you. The action and romantic chemistry will leave you trying to catch your breath. Vivid writing. Pure delight. Don't miss.

I received an ARC for an honest and voluntarily review.
9,377 reviews140 followers
June 30, 2018
This is a well written book with an intriguing story line. The characters are strong and well developed and the story moves quickly and smoothly. The authors do a fantastic job grabbing and holding you fast in this action packed romance. They bring drama and suspense and tons of emotions to Brooklyn and John's story. It's an intense ,suspenseful story and in my opinion,a must read! I loved this book and would highly recommend reading!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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299 reviews6 followers
July 1, 2018
Brooklyn and John take us on a wild ride of survival. This action packed story will have you on the edge of your seat as John tries to keep Brooklyn safe. These two are perfect for each other. They love without reservation and they love deeply. I feel like my heart almost stopped quite a few times while reading this book. I loved reading this story this book and I cannot wait to read the next part in this story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,293 reviews8 followers
July 1, 2018
I loved the characters and the plot of this book. I enjoyed reading the book a lot as it’s fast paced and this throws you through a lot of ups and downs. Brooklyn is a interesting and intelligent young women who is fierce and can take care of herself. I loved the fact that she is a women we can take care of herself and John is the man who is supposed to kill her. He is a hit but what will happen who he starts protecting her instead and why.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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10.8k reviews28 followers
July 2, 2018
Taking Down Brooklyn is an intense read full of emotion and it captivated me from the beginning until the end. I love reading books with women who are not only beautiful but strong and intelligent as well. The connection and chemistry between John and Brooklyn is fiery and off the charts. They are perfect together and bring out the best in each other. A well written book, believable characters and a great storyline make this a 5 star must read. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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Author 11 books111 followers
August 4, 2017
This book is a MUST READ!!!! I love ❤John and Brooklyn. Can I say steamy? Wow! 🔥 Made temps rise...
Kelly Moore and K.B. Andrews did a fabulous job of incorporating drama, suspense, and twist in this story that kept me wanting more! (I've read it twice 😘) The characters have great depth and the vivid descriptions bring the story to life within the reads imagination. I loved how they used government and politics (corrupt individuals) to put their own unique spin.


Great Job!
330 reviews
August 15, 2017
A fresh new read for me, I devoured this book. Fast paced, full of action, suspense and love.
Brooklyn has the cure for cancer, but other pharmaceuticals don't want her to release it due to the fact that they could loose millions of dollars. Deciding to put a hit on her was their solution. They just didn't expect the hitman to need her cure for his brother or that he would fall in love with her. This didn't end the way I expected it to. Id love to see a sequel with this story continuing.
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2,289 reviews2 followers
August 21, 2017
I adore Kelly Moore's book - I think she's one of our best authors. Taking Down Brooklyn (love the title) is fantastic! This story is about Brooklyn (love her name) and John. This book is full of mystery, suspense, action, romance. John is a hit man and his target is Brooklyn. Brooklyn discovered a cure for cancer. He took her back home and now he can't get her out of his mind. This book is compelling and complicated I could not put it down. Yay Kelly - another home run! ❤️
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170 reviews9 followers
June 30, 2018
This book is so good! The beginning of the book draws you in and the action in the story continues to intrigue you. I love that there is so much action in the story, it almost makes you feel like you're watching a movie. Taking down Brooklyn is one of those hard to put down books. I'm excited and ready to start on book 2.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Profile Image for Kara Coens.
836 reviews6 followers
June 27, 2018
Wow, oh wow! I was pulled right in from the beginning! John had so much of everything that makes a man incredible. He was exactly how you want a man to be when it comes to saving you, strong and resourceful, as well as passionate and driven. He was meant to take her out but oh how things change! I loved this story so much. The ending.....well I'll let you read it and find out!
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