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Elude: Part Three
Stepping blindly into a horrific murder scene, a young ex-con Vicente Vargas must flee from the police, while eluding the real killer who continues to pin more bodies on him in this intricate cat-and-mouse game.
Cut off from all friends and family and tried and convicted by the press, Vic must survive on his wits and cunning on the gritty streets of Phoenix, Arizona, long enough to clear his name.
Cut off from all friends and family and tried and convicted by the press, Vic must survive on his wits and cunning on the gritty streets of Phoenix, Arizona, long enough to clear his name.
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Published March 18, 2020
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Derek Barton
34 books42 followersI am originally from a small town in northeast Indiana. Typical introvert kid; closer to books than people — grew up with a fascination for horror novels (Stephen King, Dean Koontz) and medieval fantasy (Piers Anthony, R.A Salvatore).
In April of 1996, I moved out on my own to Phoenix, Arizona to find my own path.
On a personal level, I have been married to my wonderful wife, Erika since October 10th, 2012. I have two stepchildren, Jenna and Johnny, and a two-year-old baby girl, Jessiena.
I have completed my first novel, Consequences Within Chaos and will be extending the story in my upcoming sequel, The Bleeding Crown. Also on Amazon & Kindle, I have In Four Days: Horror Suspense Novella.
In April of 1996, I moved out on my own to Phoenix, Arizona to find my own path.
On a personal level, I have been married to my wonderful wife, Erika since October 10th, 2012. I have two stepchildren, Jenna and Johnny, and a two-year-old baby girl, Jessiena.
I have completed my first novel, Consequences Within Chaos and will be extending the story in my upcoming sequel, The Bleeding Crown. Also on Amazon & Kindle, I have In Four Days: Horror Suspense Novella.
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April 10, 2019
Elude: Part Three
By Derek Barton
Genre - Fiction
Subgenre - Suspense/Thriller/Crime/Short Story/Series
Pages - 102
Publication Information - Independently published - April 2, 2019
Format - Digital/ARC
Reviewed by William C. Bitner, Jr. (https://booksinmylibraryblog.wordpres...)
Rating - 📙📙📙📙📙
Young ex-con Vicente Vargas’s misadventures continue in Elude: Part Three by Derek Barton. Dark, gritty, mysterious, episodic, and eerily atmospheric, this is one hell of an “on the edge of your seat” thriller. As with the first two installments, this one also ends with a bit of a twist, and more unanswered questions. There are some unexplained and somewhat preternatural occurrences happening sporadically throughout the book that will have you furrowing your brow and tilting your head in wonderment. With elements from a few different genres this book will keep you on your toes, have you asking questions and have you trying to figure out what’s going to happen next. It’s a quick read, but filled with lots of action and a very meaty plot. Looking forward to what’s next for Vicente and his cohorts. It’s a real cat-and-mouse adventure...
From the back cover: Stepping blindly into a horrific murder scene, a young ex-con, Vicente Vargas, must flee from the police while eluding the real killer who continues to pin more bodies on him in this intricate cat-and-mouse game.
Cut off from all friends and family, tried and convicted by the press, Vic must survive on his wits and cunning on the gritty streets of Phoenix, Arizona long enough to clear his name.
About the author: Derek Barton was born in northeast Indiana in 1970. The typical introvert kid; closer to books than people, but grew up with a fascination for horror novels (Stephen King, Dean Koontz) and medieval fantasy (Piers Anthony, R.A Salvatore).
In April of 1996, he moved out to Phoenix, Arizona to find his own path.
Other books by Derek Barton: The Bleeding Crown, Seyde In Blood: Consequences Within Consequences: A Short Story Prequel, Consequences Within Chaos, In Four Days: A Horror Suspense Novella, Elude: Part One and Elude: Part Two.
By Derek Barton
Genre - Fiction
Subgenre - Suspense/Thriller/Crime/Short Story/Series
Pages - 102
Publication Information - Independently published - April 2, 2019
Format - Digital/ARC
Reviewed by William C. Bitner, Jr. (https://booksinmylibraryblog.wordpres...)
Rating - 📙📙📙📙📙
Young ex-con Vicente Vargas’s misadventures continue in Elude: Part Three by Derek Barton. Dark, gritty, mysterious, episodic, and eerily atmospheric, this is one hell of an “on the edge of your seat” thriller. As with the first two installments, this one also ends with a bit of a twist, and more unanswered questions. There are some unexplained and somewhat preternatural occurrences happening sporadically throughout the book that will have you furrowing your brow and tilting your head in wonderment. With elements from a few different genres this book will keep you on your toes, have you asking questions and have you trying to figure out what’s going to happen next. It’s a quick read, but filled with lots of action and a very meaty plot. Looking forward to what’s next for Vicente and his cohorts. It’s a real cat-and-mouse adventure...
From the back cover: Stepping blindly into a horrific murder scene, a young ex-con, Vicente Vargas, must flee from the police while eluding the real killer who continues to pin more bodies on him in this intricate cat-and-mouse game.
Cut off from all friends and family, tried and convicted by the press, Vic must survive on his wits and cunning on the gritty streets of Phoenix, Arizona long enough to clear his name.
About the author: Derek Barton was born in northeast Indiana in 1970. The typical introvert kid; closer to books than people, but grew up with a fascination for horror novels (Stephen King, Dean Koontz) and medieval fantasy (Piers Anthony, R.A Salvatore).
In April of 1996, he moved out to Phoenix, Arizona to find his own path.
Other books by Derek Barton: The Bleeding Crown, Seyde In Blood: Consequences Within Consequences: A Short Story Prequel, Consequences Within Chaos, In Four Days: A Horror Suspense Novella, Elude: Part One and Elude: Part Two.
December 22, 2024
This was an action-packed conclusion to this engaging story. Vic and his "friends" are trying to clear their names while also trying to stop a horrific gang war in Phoenix. But, the mastermind trio behind all of his problems aren't going to be easy to stop, especially with the help of a supernatural entity. Full of great characters, tons of action and a few tears, this is a great conclusion to this trilogy of short novellas.
The narrator, S.W. Salzman, does his usual wonderful job of bringing the story and the characters to life. This is a great way to spend a few hours with a thrilling, suspenseful story.
The narrator, S.W. Salzman, does his usual wonderful job of bringing the story and the characters to life. This is a great way to spend a few hours with a thrilling, suspenseful story.
April 20, 2020
I would say this was my favorite of the elude series. There was a whole lot of action! It concluded the series For the most part but there was definitely some room for more hinted at the end. Well done Mr. Barton :)
May 31, 2025
An intense, satisfying conclusion that ties everything together. The final chapters are full of suspense and resolution, making for a powerful ending to a thrilling ride.
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