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Rachel Hatch has returned to Hawk’s Landing, hoping for a rare moment of normal. And the chance to leave the past where it belongs.
But when Jed asks her to look into the disappearance of his nephew, Hatch is pulled far from home to the stark wilds of Wyoming’s Wind River country. The young man has been living on the edge of a reservation, caught up in drugs and trouble. Now he’s vanished—and Hatch is the only one willing to follow the trail.
What begins as a search for a missing person spirals into something far darker. A killer is hunting victims in the shadows of the mountains, weaving Native lore into a chilling ritual of death. Hatch must push her limits to stop a predator who believes the land itself is on his side.
And out here, one wrong step means no way back.
But when Jed asks her to look into the disappearance of his nephew, Hatch is pulled far from home to the stark wilds of Wyoming’s Wind River country. The young man has been living on the edge of a reservation, caught up in drugs and trouble. Now he’s vanished—and Hatch is the only one willing to follow the trail.
What begins as a search for a missing person spirals into something far darker. A killer is hunting victims in the shadows of the mountains, weaving Native lore into a chilling ritual of death. Hatch must push her limits to stop a predator who believes the land itself is on his side.
And out here, one wrong step means no way back.
- GenresThriller
252 pages, Paperback
Published April 6, 2026
About the author
L.T. Ryan
277 books1,580 followersL.T. RYAN is a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author. The new age of publishing offered L.T. the opportunity to blend his passions for creating, marketing, and technology to reach audiences with his popular Jack Noble series.
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
BOOKS IN THE JACK NOBLE SERIES
The Recruit (prequel short story)
The First Deception (prequel)
Noble Beginnings
A Deadly Distance
Thin Line
Noble Intentions
When Dead in Greece
Noble Retribution
Noble Betrayal
Never Go Home
Noble Judgment
Never Cry Mercy
Deadline
End Game
BOOKS IN THE BEAR LOGAN SERIES
Ripple Effect
Blowback
Takedown
Deep State (coming January, 2020)
BOOKS IN THE CLARISSA ABBOT SERIES
Beyond Betrayal
BOOKS IN THE MITCH TANNER SERIES
The Depths of Darkness
Into the Darkness
Deliver Us From Darkness (coming soon)
Social Media Links
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Facebook (Jack Noble Page): facebook.com/JackNobleBooks/
Twitter: twitter.com/LTRyanWrites
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Contact L.T. Ryan at contact@ltryan.com
About the Author
L.T. RYAN is a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author. The new age of publishing offered L.T. the opportunity to blend his passions for creating, marketing, and technology to reach audiences with his popular Jack Noble series.
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
Social Media Links
Facebook (L.T. Ryan): facebook.com/LTRyanAuthor
Facebook (Jack Noble Page): facebook.com/JackNobleBooks/
Twitter: twitter.com/LTRyanWrites
Goodreads: goodreads.com/author/show/6151659.L_T...
Contact L.T. Ryan at contact@ltryan.com
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
BOOKS IN THE JACK NOBLE SERIES
The Recruit (prequel short story)
The First Deception (prequel)
Noble Beginnings
A Deadly Distance
Thin Line
Noble Intentions
When Dead in Greece
Noble Retribution
Noble Betrayal
Never Go Home
Noble Judgment
Never Cry Mercy
Deadline
End Game
BOOKS IN THE BEAR LOGAN SERIES
Ripple Effect
Blowback
Takedown
Deep State (coming January, 2020)
BOOKS IN THE CLARISSA ABBOT SERIES
Beyond Betrayal
BOOKS IN THE MITCH TANNER SERIES
The Depths of Darkness
Into the Darkness
Deliver Us From Darkness (coming soon)
Social Media Links
Facebook (L.T. Ryan): facebook.com/LTRyanAuthor
Facebook (Jack Noble Page): facebook.com/JackNobleBooks/
Twitter: twitter.com/LTRyanWrites
Goodreads: goodreads.com/author/show/6151659.L_T...
Contact L.T. Ryan at contact@ltryan.com
About the Author
L.T. RYAN is a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author. The new age of publishing offered L.T. the opportunity to blend his passions for creating, marketing, and technology to reach audiences with his popular Jack Noble series.
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
Social Media Links
Facebook (L.T. Ryan): facebook.com/LTRyanAuthor
Facebook (Jack Noble Page): facebook.com/JackNobleBooks/
Twitter: twitter.com/LTRyanWrites
Goodreads: goodreads.com/author/show/6151659.L_T...
Contact L.T. Ryan at contact@ltryan.com
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April 18, 2026
Rachel Hatch has returned to Hawk’s Landing, hoping for a rare moment of normal. And the chance to leave the past where it belongs.
After a massive battle with some nasty villains, and just surviving, a trip home and a rest and recovery and seeing the family, no, never possible for Rachel Hatch.
But when Jed, her step dad asks her to look into the disappearance of his nephew, Hatch is pulled far from home to the stark wilds of Wyoming’s Wind River country. The young man has been living on the edge of a reservation, caught up in drugs and trouble. Now he’s vanished—and Hatch is the only one willing to follow the trail.
What begins as a search for a missing person spirals into something far darker. A killer is hunting victims in the shadows of the mountains, weaving Native lore into a chilling ritual of death. Hatch must push her limits to stop a predator who believes the land itself is on his side.
And out here, one wrong step means no way back home.
All I can say is last night, I read half the book in one go finishing at 1.30 AM !
The last half of the book was great, fast paced, gripping and tense
Ordered number 16 in the series.
Great to have another series that I am up to date with !
Next? Angela Marsons or JB Turner ?
Four stars
After a massive battle with some nasty villains, and just surviving, a trip home and a rest and recovery and seeing the family, no, never possible for Rachel Hatch.
But when Jed, her step dad asks her to look into the disappearance of his nephew, Hatch is pulled far from home to the stark wilds of Wyoming’s Wind River country. The young man has been living on the edge of a reservation, caught up in drugs and trouble. Now he’s vanished—and Hatch is the only one willing to follow the trail.
What begins as a search for a missing person spirals into something far darker. A killer is hunting victims in the shadows of the mountains, weaving Native lore into a chilling ritual of death. Hatch must push her limits to stop a predator who believes the land itself is on his side.
And out here, one wrong step means no way back home.
All I can say is last night, I read half the book in one go finishing at 1.30 AM !
The last half of the book was great, fast paced, gripping and tense
Ordered number 16 in the series.
Great to have another series that I am up to date with !
Next? Angela Marsons or JB Turner ?
Four stars
April 12, 2026
I really like the books by L. T. Ryan, but there are a few inconsistancies in this one. Hatch goes home for her niece's birthday. She is sitting in front of the house she helped her father build. Then she looks at the doorknob and says it has been there since before she was born but a minute before you learn she helped her father build the house. Then after her niece's party, her niece goes to bed with her presents. A little while later after the dishes are done, Hatch looks in the living room where her niece is using one of her presents. She had gone to bed with them, how come she is in the living room with them?
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April 22, 2026
another great read
As always an excellent read with a few twists to keep you on your toes. Rachel has a way of bringing you into her life’s adventures
As always an excellent read with a few twists to keep you on your toes. Rachel has a way of bringing you into her life’s adventures
April 22, 2026
L.t does it again
The author's work consistently delivers a compelling narrative, and this book is no exception. While the conclusion left me wanting, the middle section was captivating and engaging. Hatch, the protagonist, navigates unpredictable and intense situations with remarkable resilience. Her unwavering self-assurance and strong moral compass are truly admirable, offering readers an inspiring example of personal integrity and determination. Despite my reservations about the ending, the overall reading experience was thoroughly enjoyable and thought-provoking. and would be happy for her to help me out..
The author's work consistently delivers a compelling narrative, and this book is no exception. While the conclusion left me wanting, the middle section was captivating and engaging. Hatch, the protagonist, navigates unpredictable and intense situations with remarkable resilience. Her unwavering self-assurance and strong moral compass are truly admirable, offering readers an inspiring example of personal integrity and determination. Despite my reservations about the ending, the overall reading experience was thoroughly enjoyable and thought-provoking. and would be happy for her to help me out..
April 26, 2026
Intriguing, exciting Rachel Hatch thriller!
After her niece's birthday, Hatch goes to Wyoming to check on Luke, Jed's great nephew. When she arrives in Wyoming, Hatch discovers that Luke is the main suspect in a murder investigation. There are drug dealers as well as a murderer to be stopped. Please read this book and find out how Hatch handles everything. I highly recommend this book. Happy reading! ☺️
After her niece's birthday, Hatch goes to Wyoming to check on Luke, Jed's great nephew. When she arrives in Wyoming, Hatch discovers that Luke is the main suspect in a murder investigation. There are drug dealers as well as a murderer to be stopped. Please read this book and find out how Hatch handles everything. I highly recommend this book. Happy reading! ☺️
May 30, 2026
Compulsive reading.
Rachel Hatch is doing a favour for Jed who married her mom,but nothing is ever straight forward for Hatch as she becomes involved in unsolved murders whilst trying to help Jed's estranged nephew. As the truth starts to unfold she finds herself in dangerous situations when she is targeted by the local drug dealer and the actual murderer and in true Hatch style she comes out on top.
Rachel Hatch is doing a favour for Jed who married her mom,but nothing is ever straight forward for Hatch as she becomes involved in unsolved murders whilst trying to help Jed's estranged nephew. As the truth starts to unfold she finds herself in dangerous situations when she is targeted by the local drug dealer and the actual murderer and in true Hatch style she comes out on top.
April 21, 2026
Loved every minute!
Hatch never lets me down. I am always impressed by her prowess and attention to detail. She gets it done.
This one was a bit twisted in the weapons used as a serial killer was revealed and stopped. Carved human bones. The whole idea makes me shudder.
Already looking forward to the next one.
Hatch never lets me down. I am always impressed by her prowess and attention to detail. She gets it done.
This one was a bit twisted in the weapons used as a serial killer was revealed and stopped. Carved human bones. The whole idea makes me shudder.
Already looking forward to the next one.
April 24, 2026
Another Rachel Hatch Winner
I am never disappointed when reading this series. Always thrilling and entertaining and Switchback is no exception. While still trying to find peace and fulfillment, Rachel returns to Hawks Landing to help her stepdad with a personal mission which turns out to be much more dangerous than anticipated.
I am never disappointed when reading this series. Always thrilling and entertaining and Switchback is no exception. While still trying to find peace and fulfillment, Rachel returns to Hawks Landing to help her stepdad with a personal mission which turns out to be much more dangerous than anticipated.
April 26, 2026
Hatch Down and Dirty
Hold on for a truly rough ride this time. Hatch is at her very best and pulls out many techniques I hadn’t seen before. Not everyone survives but the best ones win in the end. Forget about getting to sleep on time as this book keeps you up.
Hold on for a truly rough ride this time. Hatch is at her very best and pulls out many techniques I hadn’t seen before. Not everyone survives but the best ones win in the end. Forget about getting to sleep on time as this book keeps you up.
April 28, 2026
Profound grasp of the human condition
This is a story with something for everyone. The warmth of family. The enduring pain of tragedy. The profound depth of human depravity. The boundless, insidious effect of loss. Great storytelling!
This is a story with something for everyone. The warmth of family. The enduring pain of tragedy. The profound depth of human depravity. The boundless, insidious effect of loss. Great storytelling!
May 16, 2026
Rachel Hatch has the biggest heart!!!
Everywhere she goes Hatch finds herself helping someone who needs it. Rarely thinking of herself. Never hesitating. She seems such a good person!!
Everywhere she goes Hatch finds herself helping someone who needs it. Rarely thinking of herself. Never hesitating. She seems such a good person!!
June 25, 2026
Switchback
This woman is amazing.she has heart and is solid, the way she does her basic training is a tribute to the way she lives.gosh I wish her the best if luck in future situations.
This woman is amazing.she has heart and is solid, the way she does her basic training is a tribute to the way she lives.gosh I wish her the best if luck in future situations.
July 2, 2026
Rachel Hatch never disappints
LT needs to continue the saga of Rachel Hatch. The stories never disappoint and keep you on the edge of your seat. Every time I start one I have trouble putting it down. I can't wait to see what is coming next.
LT needs to continue the saga of Rachel Hatch. The stories never disappoint and keep you on the edge of your seat. Every time I start one I have trouble putting it down. I can't wait to see what is coming next.
July 23, 2026
Family
Jed’s nephew is in trouble. That’s all Hatch needs to head his way to help. Family is family after all!
Action; adventure, murder, and drugs keep pulling you forward in this one!
Jed’s nephew is in trouble. That’s all Hatch needs to head his way to help. Family is family after all!
Action; adventure, murder, and drugs keep pulling you forward in this one!
September 15, 2026
Hatch is still Wonder Woman
More vulnerable this time. Her training, skills and experience are all bundled together to knock off the evil people and right the wrongs. Unfortunately some good guys die so not everyone is saved. Emotional at times (who me?).
More vulnerable this time. Her training, skills and experience are all bundled together to knock off the evil people and right the wrongs. Unfortunately some good guys die so not everyone is saved. Emotional at times (who me?).
September 18, 2026
Once again Hatch has outwitted her adversary as usual! This guy was morbid! I thought after this one she would be heading back home, but its on to the next adventure of telling the grieving mother justice was served for her son! Im ready when you are Hatch!!
April 12, 2026
Rachel Hatch agrees to a favor for her stepfather Jed and ends up solving a murder mystery that involves an unlikely serial killer. Hopefully someday in the future she will find peace.
April 13, 2026
Tomahawk ?
No tomahawk In this series. I'm disappointed, but she Accomplish what she did .
I like this book All of them.
No tomahawk In this series. I'm disappointed, but she Accomplish what she did .
I like this book All of them.
April 14, 2026
Keeps you wondering
April 15, 2026
Number 15 great again
Well once again another thriller in the books.
Now I'm looking forward to my next trip by Rachel.
Keep up the good work.
Well once again another thriller in the books.
Now I'm looking forward to my next trip by Rachel.
Keep up the good work.
April 16, 2026
Amazing
Great story. Kept me up late . hatch is quite the tough woman but sensitive as well. Good read Joyce west Boise I'd
Great story. Kept me up late . hatch is quite the tough woman but sensitive as well. Good read Joyce west Boise I'd
May 12, 2026
CC1
Another outstanding chapter in the Hatch series. She helped Jed with his great nephew issues. The whole plot was really great. 10 stars plus !!! Thanks, Carl Clause
Another outstanding chapter in the Hatch series. She helped Jed with his great nephew issues. The whole plot was really great. 10 stars plus !!! Thanks, Carl Clause
May 12, 2026
Really loved this book. I always like Rachel hatch. But this was a great story
May 24, 2026
This was a pretty good story. I enjoy the family mix in the series and this one had Hatch with family, though short, it was good. My favorite in the series was when she was at home.
June 10, 2026
More more more…hatch adventures never get old!!!
June 22, 2026
Switchback
Another excellent Catcher Hatch story. Hatch goes to help Meds great nephew and discovers a mystery with all issues pointer directly at him.
Another excellent Catcher Hatch story. Hatch goes to help Meds great nephew and discovers a mystery with all issues pointer directly at him.
August 14, 2026
Excellent
August 20, 2026
As always, great story and even better, more complex characters. Hope there will be more at some point.
April 8, 2026
Can’t get enough of Rachel Hatch Series
Love this series! Each book delivers that nail biting what is going to happen next right up until the end. Can’t wait to read the next one!
Love this series! Each book delivers that nail biting what is going to happen next right up until the end. Can’t wait to read the next one!
April 9, 2026
Absolutely fabulous. To be honest sometimes I don’t like to pick up a book by LT Ryan because I can’t get any work done. I get so obsessed with the story that I can’t put the book down. This particular book was fantastic. I always enjoy Rachel Hatch but this particular one was the best! He really pulled out all the stops that made the storyline engaging and entertaining.
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