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Ham Action Thrillers #8
IMMUNE: A Ham Novel
Not yet published
Expected 27 Feb 26“So you want me to fly to Colombia and commit what basically amounts to a political assassination on foreign soil?”
Not making the mistake of firing back too quickly, responding with something heated or that he might not be able to take back, he waits. A pause of several seconds, ending with him sighing deeply.
“We’re not asking you to incite an international incident. We just want justice.”
Six nights ago, disaster struck as the Cattaneo crime family gathered at its headquarters in the suburbs of Boston to enjoy the Feast of San Gennaro. An annual rite that was supposed to be a moment of reflection and celebration on the heels of an especially difficult summer, seeing massive upheaval in their ranks.
Turmoil that turned out to be just the beginning, as they were targeted by a hitman just moments after sitting down to eat. A sudden and vicious attack that claimed the lives of not just half a dozen of their own, but the life of a responding officer as well.
More tallies on a months-long spree, all attributable to the man hiding behind the protection of diplomatic immunity. The proverbial get-out-of-jail free card that many across the city could not abide, leading them to put in a call to Ham with the request that she do what they could not.
Fly to Colombia and end the man responsible for so much destruction and chaos.
What was supposed to be a relatively simple assignment turns into anything but as Ham arrives, discovering that the man’s role was just one tiny aspect of a much larger scheme. A plan years in the making, sending her scrambling across multiple countries and continents in a mad dash to unravel it.
Then prove to those responsible that true immunity has its limits.
Not making the mistake of firing back too quickly, responding with something heated or that he might not be able to take back, he waits. A pause of several seconds, ending with him sighing deeply.
“We’re not asking you to incite an international incident. We just want justice.”
Six nights ago, disaster struck as the Cattaneo crime family gathered at its headquarters in the suburbs of Boston to enjoy the Feast of San Gennaro. An annual rite that was supposed to be a moment of reflection and celebration on the heels of an especially difficult summer, seeing massive upheaval in their ranks.
Turmoil that turned out to be just the beginning, as they were targeted by a hitman just moments after sitting down to eat. A sudden and vicious attack that claimed the lives of not just half a dozen of their own, but the life of a responding officer as well.
More tallies on a months-long spree, all attributable to the man hiding behind the protection of diplomatic immunity. The proverbial get-out-of-jail free card that many across the city could not abide, leading them to put in a call to Ham with the request that she do what they could not.
Fly to Colombia and end the man responsible for so much destruction and chaos.
What was supposed to be a relatively simple assignment turns into anything but as Ham arrives, discovering that the man’s role was just one tiny aspect of a much larger scheme. A plan years in the making, sending her scrambling across multiple countries and continents in a mad dash to unravel it.
Then prove to those responsible that true immunity has its limits.
469 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication February 27, 2026
About the author
Dustin Stevens
86 books314 followersI originally hail from the midwest, growing up in the heart of farm country, and still consider it, along with West Tennessee, my co-home. Between the two, I have a firm belief that football is the greatest of all past-times, sweet tea is really the only acceptable beverage for any occasion, there is not an event on earth that either gym shorts or boots can't be worn to, and that Dairy Queen is the best restaurant on the planet. Further, southern accents are a highly likeable feature on most everybody, English bulldogs sit atop the critter hierarchy, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with a Saturday night spent catfishing at the lake.
Since leaving the midwest I've been to college in New England, grad school in the Rockies, and lived in over a dozen different cities ranging from DC to Honolulu along the way. Each and every one of these experiences has shaped who I am at this point, a fact I hope is expressed in my writing. I have developed enormous affinity for locales and people of every size and shape, and even if I never figure out a way to properly convey them on paper, I am very much grateful for their presence in my life.
To sum it up, I asked a very good friend recently how they would describe me for something like this. Their response: "Plagued by realism and trained by experiences/education to be a pessimist, you somehow remain above all else an active dreamer." While I can't say those are the exact words I would choose, I can't say they're wrong. I travel, live in different places, try new foods, meet all kinds of different people, and above all else stay curious to a fault.
Here's hoping it continues to provide us all with some pretty good stories...
Since leaving the midwest I've been to college in New England, grad school in the Rockies, and lived in over a dozen different cities ranging from DC to Honolulu along the way. Each and every one of these experiences has shaped who I am at this point, a fact I hope is expressed in my writing. I have developed enormous affinity for locales and people of every size and shape, and even if I never figure out a way to properly convey them on paper, I am very much grateful for their presence in my life.
To sum it up, I asked a very good friend recently how they would describe me for something like this. Their response: "Plagued by realism and trained by experiences/education to be a pessimist, you somehow remain above all else an active dreamer." While I can't say those are the exact words I would choose, I can't say they're wrong. I travel, live in different places, try new foods, meet all kinds of different people, and above all else stay curious to a fault.
Here's hoping it continues to provide us all with some pretty good stories...
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Review of advance copy received from Author
In the early volumes of the Ham series, the protagonist was known as a formidable operator who delivered justice without prejudice. She was a blunt instrument who got the job done, regardless of the physical toll.
In more recent installments, including Immune, she has evolved into a protector and investigator while maintaining her physical prowess. In this latest story, she must unweave an insidious plot as the underworld attempts to introduce new players into the Northeast to benefit a man with high aspirations.
Ham will need to employ every tool at her disposal to uncover the truth and dismantle the plan. Rest assured, there is still plenty of kick-ass action and high stakes with Ham on the case.
This is a highly recommended addition to the series - check it out!
In more recent installments, including Immune, she has evolved into a protector and investigator while maintaining her physical prowess. In this latest story, she must unweave an insidious plot as the underworld attempts to introduce new players into the Northeast to benefit a man with high aspirations.
Ham will need to employ every tool at her disposal to uncover the truth and dismantle the plan. Rest assured, there is still plenty of kick-ass action and high stakes with Ham on the case.
This is a highly recommended addition to the series - check it out!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I just finished an ARC copy of Dustin Stevens’ latest book in the Ham series, number 8. In this entry, Ham is called to action to help eliminate a problem by an assassin with diplomatic immunity. The story quickly broadens into an international and harrowing trip to Columbia and back to Boston as Ham pieces together a violent rivalry between Italian and Columbian gangsters and in pursuit of all who did her wrong. You do NOT mess with Ham and get to live. With the help of Mikey and his cyber whiz Frost, Ham crosses the ocean and back, evading every attempt to eliminate her. Will she survive to the end and head back home, or will she finally die at the hands of the most evil animals out to hunt her down? Have a good read and be prepared to bite some of your nails off.
February 8, 2026
Ham is no ordinary assassin—and this job is anything but simple.
What should have been a routine assignment quickly spirals into chaos when Ham discovers her target is just a small piece of a much larger international conspiracy. As she closes in, the hunter becomes a key player in a lethal game where every move could be her last.
Fast-paced, dangerous, and relentlessly suspenseful, this thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page.
What should have been a routine assignment quickly spirals into chaos when Ham discovers her target is just a small piece of a much larger international conspiracy. As she closes in, the hunter becomes a key player in a lethal game where every move could be her last.
Fast-paced, dangerous, and relentlessly suspenseful, this thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This just blew me out of the water!!! It's one twisted, very twisted, story that just wraps you up and keeps you on the edge of your chair. You're saying "what the heck is going on?" Only Ham can see the truth and understand what was going on. Cause I sure couldn't. But I loved every minute that I read it!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Absolutely fantastic as always. Full of suspense and surprises from start to finish. Ham has her hands full trying to solve this very dangerous situation. Will keep you up until you finish and find out what happens. Amazing.
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