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Nick McCarty: Cold Blooded Assassin #2
Killer Moves
Librarian's Note: This is an alternate cover edition: ASIN: B00K0OP6VE
Nick’s partner, Gus Nason, thinks Nick may be going slowly crazy trying to retire as a reclusive bestselling author. Gus assumes even with Nick’s wife Rachel pregnant, and walking Jean and Deke the dog to school, Nick will become a danger if not pursuing what he does best: killing people. Gus quickly regrets his influence over his partner, when the first time out of the retirement chute, Nick’s contract on Sheik Abdul Nazari begins a chain of events he never envisioned. Nick incorporates only one guideline in his life - he has a handful of people and a canine pal he protects at all costs. An unwitting number of people decide to test what they think is Nick’s weakness. It proves to be a fatal error in judgment.
Nick’s partner, Gus Nason, thinks Nick may be going slowly crazy trying to retire as a reclusive bestselling author. Gus assumes even with Nick’s wife Rachel pregnant, and walking Jean and Deke the dog to school, Nick will become a danger if not pursuing what he does best: killing people. Gus quickly regrets his influence over his partner, when the first time out of the retirement chute, Nick’s contract on Sheik Abdul Nazari begins a chain of events he never envisioned. Nick incorporates only one guideline in his life - he has a handful of people and a canine pal he protects at all costs. An unwitting number of people decide to test what they think is Nick’s weakness. It proves to be a fatal error in judgment.
- GenresThriller
446 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 24, 2014
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About the author
Bernard Lee DeLeo
111 books92 followersBorn and raised in Warren, Ohio, Mr. DeLeo writes Pulp Fiction in many genres. Seventy of his novels are available on the Amazon marketplace and are free for Kindle Unlimited members. He served aboard the USS Ranger (CVA61) from 1969 until November of 1972. After the Navy, he earned an AA degree in Auto Technology from Chabot College in Hayward, CA, and a BA degree in English from Cal State Hayward.
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July 2, 2015
I was wondering how, if it was even possible, to top the first in this series. However, dear readers, I worried for naught.
Killer Moves (Cold Blooded II)
is a brilliant sequel in this pulp fiction thriller series and easily as entertaining as the first.
Nick McCarty is a larger-than-lifehero *ahem* assassin who metes out justice to hella deserving political enemies as well as regular bad guys, while maintaining a career as a bestselling author and protecting his small circle of family and friends with a loyalty a German Sheppard would envy.
A non-stop action read, I couldn't help but notice that only 3% into the novel and already Nick had coerced neighbours out of selling drugs, carried out a hit on an Al Qaida kingpin and 6 of his men, AND blew up an Iranian gunboat with a rocket launcher. Damn I love this character!
The author has us so believing in this character, we don't even question his judgement or decisions. Ever! In fact, I think we should have t-shirts made with "What would Nick McCarty do?" on them. And a TV show. There could totally be a TV show about this series. Who's with me?
Seriously, this series has memorable characters, great storylines, and is superbly written. Highly recommend it!
Nick McCarty is a larger-than-life
A non-stop action read, I couldn't help but notice that only 3% into the novel and already Nick had coerced neighbours out of selling drugs, carried out a hit on an Al Qaida kingpin and 6 of his men, AND blew up an Iranian gunboat with a rocket launcher. Damn I love this character!
The author has us so believing in this character, we don't even question his judgement or decisions. Ever! In fact, I think we should have t-shirts made with "What would Nick McCarty do?" on them. And a TV show. There could totally be a TV show about this series. Who's with me?
Seriously, this series has memorable characters, great storylines, and is superbly written. Highly recommend it!
July 4, 2015
This book gets one stars . Because I had to
I have read a lot of these kind of books ,including one you wrote . This one is kind of corny. I could not make myself read it. I'm sorry to have to say this but it's true. The other book I read of yours was really good. It was book one of this series. Cold blooded part 1. Just because I didn't like don't mean everyone will feel the same way. Maybe it's because you have a 9 year old involved in the murder plot and drinking and hiding stuff from her mother. You even have the dog drinking. WTF. Lol
I have read a lot of these kind of books ,including one you wrote . This one is kind of corny. I could not make myself read it. I'm sorry to have to say this but it's true. The other book I read of yours was really good. It was book one of this series. Cold blooded part 1. Just because I didn't like don't mean everyone will feel the same way. Maybe it's because you have a 9 year old involved in the murder plot and drinking and hiding stuff from her mother. You even have the dog drinking. WTF. Lol
August 1, 2014
Well, I thought the first one had a lot of action. This one was nonstop. Whether Nick McCarty is taking his daughter to school, walking the dog, having a dinner with family, going for a swim, or signing books in his author persona, you just know someone is going to be trying to hurt him and his. Big mistake. Huge. Good thing Nick isn't the sensitive type or he might get upset at everyone trying to kill him.
June 4, 2022
hero still espouses extreme right wing views but all told tongue in cheek and way over the top. this tale sees the hero back into the CIA fold after the murder of an old comrade and the theft of a very dangerous hacking device from Livermore Labs. also involves a foiled honor killing that results in an ongoing feud. Re-read in July, 2017. Re-read again in november, 2018. Still exciting. Re-read again in June, 2019. Read again in may, 2020 during quarantine for covid 19 pandemic.
March 19, 2017
I liked the first one but I wasn't overly in love. Well, the second one has changed that entirely. I think the biggest problem with the first one was that you saw the relationship develop between Nick and Rachael and it kind of sucked. Ignore that and just accept they're together and it's solid. And that's what this second book was. They already had the first meeting stuff out of the way. They're together, I accepted it and moved on. And that made this book amazing. The humour in this is just as funny as the first. Rachael and Nick have the best one liners happening. Jean is on fire (although probably a lot older than a child that age would act? I think...? I'm not around kids so what would I know). Oh Deke, you rascal. Gus is such a good sidekick and all the ribbing about Jed being killed off was hilarious. Nick became a hell of a lot more in this book too. The detachment I felt in this first one, gave way to something more human. Not completely, cause he is still a creepy serial killer - but he's highly entertaining. And there's so much action. I feel like my head about explodes reading this - so much happens and it's all so neatly dealt with and it's awesome.
March 24, 2018
How Nick becomes a Fed
Book 2 in the series and you are sent on a wild ride. The first introduction to Sharia law supporters and the reality of their deadly beliefs..... For them. The beginning of El Muerto and the cartoon videos. My 4th time through this series and I find things I missed previous reads. Deleo is one of my favorite authors and I anxiously await each new book.
Book 2 in the series and you are sent on a wild ride. The first introduction to Sharia law supporters and the reality of their deadly beliefs..... For them. The beginning of El Muerto and the cartoon videos. My 4th time through this series and I find things I missed previous reads. Deleo is one of my favorite authors and I anxiously await each new book.
March 11, 2023
Super as usual
Mr. DeLeo will be missed. His pulp fiction is entertaining, with action, humor, and yes there is blood and mayhem. I have read cold blooded and his other series hard case multiple times. When I get bored with my many many!!!!!! Kindle books in every genre from sweet Romance to horror, I fall back on these and read the whole series again. Really glad I have Kindle unlimited. I am a 72 year old woman so if you like pulp fiction I highly recommend it.
Mr. DeLeo will be missed. His pulp fiction is entertaining, with action, humor, and yes there is blood and mayhem. I have read cold blooded and his other series hard case multiple times. When I get bored with my many many!!!!!! Kindle books in every genre from sweet Romance to horror, I fall back on these and read the whole series again. Really glad I have Kindle unlimited. I am a 72 year old woman so if you like pulp fiction I highly recommend it.
September 8, 2017
Death as an hero
Fun reading about borderline psychopath killer living with his adopted family.
The plots are believable and conversations between the characters can be quite funny at times.
This is not a good book for any liberals.
But recommended for the few of us that aren't that soft hearted and believe in a eye for a eye.
Fun reading about borderline psychopath killer living with his adopted family.
The plots are believable and conversations between the characters can be quite funny at times.
This is not a good book for any liberals.
But recommended for the few of us that aren't that soft hearted and believe in a eye for a eye.
September 13, 2017
Cold blooded assassin book 2
Again a story with no socially redeeming features or qualities, but one that can be read and enjoyed only to see the action and wild adventures with modern day scenes and issues playing a role in the background. The antagonists never seem to get the point until too late that Nick does not play nice. I will see more.
Again a story with no socially redeeming features or qualities, but one that can be read and enjoyed only to see the action and wild adventures with modern day scenes and issues playing a role in the background. The antagonists never seem to get the point until too late that Nick does not play nice. I will see more.
October 23, 2017
Great series, fast with enough twists to keep you coming back
I have just finished book 4 and wanted to come back and leave a few words with future readers. I started reading this type of series 43 years ago with "Nick Carter" I am happy to say that this story is just as well written and enjoyable . Thank you Mr DeLeo I am looking forward to the rest of your books... dr
I have just finished book 4 and wanted to come back and leave a few words with future readers. I started reading this type of series 43 years ago with "Nick Carter" I am happy to say that this story is just as well written and enjoyable . Thank you Mr DeLeo I am looking forward to the rest of your books... dr
July 15, 2018
Bernard is an amazing story teller
Must read series!!! I highly recommend anything he writes. I am reading all of his books. He is fabulous. I feel while reading as if I am watching story unfold around me. I am grateful for his works of art. He entertains me and leaves me wanting more. I am off to next book. Thank you Bernard for writing!!!!
Must read series!!! I highly recommend anything he writes. I am reading all of his books. He is fabulous. I feel while reading as if I am watching story unfold around me. I am grateful for his works of art. He entertains me and leaves me wanting more. I am off to next book. Thank you Bernard for writing!!!!
September 5, 2017
ANOTHER HIT
I like the story the moment I started reading. Nick, Rachel, Jean, Gus and Tina and the amazing Deke the dog almost m make the storyline real. All of his books are a TRIP!😎
I like the story the moment I started reading. Nick, Rachel, Jean, Gus and Tina and the amazing Deke the dog almost m make the storyline real. All of his books are a TRIP!😎
November 27, 2017
Cold
I love Nick and his family both immediate and extended. DeLeo is one good author. To bad there are no real guys like this. I can't believe how good these are. Awesome! Can't wait for the next one.
I love Nick and his family both immediate and extended. DeLeo is one good author. To bad there are no real guys like this. I can't believe how good these are. Awesome! Can't wait for the next one.
February 3, 2018
Cold Blooded Assassin (2)
This story is a free wheeling down to earth blood bath but with a bit of humor thrown in to lighten things up. Not for those with a weak stomach but for the rest of us a good read.
This story is a free wheeling down to earth blood bath but with a bit of humor thrown in to lighten things up. Not for those with a weak stomach but for the rest of us a good read.
June 11, 2018
Another fun romp with nick
These stories are so good. I can't wait to start the next one. The way these characters are written really seems like there is a group of friends that are this close. Hopefully they aren't leaving bodies around.
These stories are so good. I can't wait to start the next one. The way these characters are written really seems like there is a group of friends that are this close. Hopefully they aren't leaving bodies around.
October 1, 2018
Another very good read
I enjoy this writing style and the characters in this
Series of books. The humor and poking fun got a little old for an assassin. All things considered I did really like this book and will continue reading this series
I enjoy this writing style and the characters in this
Series of books. The humor and poking fun got a little old for an assassin. All things considered I did really like this book and will continue reading this series
April 13, 2019
Really good!!
I am reading the series so I wanted to leave a quick review. I love this book! Some scenes are gross but I knew that when I started..love the banter going through this one. Happy reading.
I am reading the series so I wanted to leave a quick review. I love this book! Some scenes are gross but I knew that when I started..love the banter going through this one. Happy reading.
December 8, 2019
Killed Moves
Great reading book and series. Will be recommending this book and series to friends and family members. Gave the book a five star rating. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
Great reading book and series. Will be recommending this book and series to friends and family members. Gave the book a five star rating. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
December 14, 2019
El Muerto made me laugh..... Sick? Yep!
Yep, I think I'm one of those people who like justice, humor, and El Muerto mixed together . I have read thousands off books , this series has to be my all time favorite. Thank you.
Yep, I think I'm one of those people who like justice, humor, and El Muerto mixed together . I have read thousands off books , this series has to be my all time favorite. Thank you.
October 16, 2021
Another fun read
This was another fun read. However, reading about the assassin taking out bad guys in each book could get stale. What Nick needs is a worthy opponent who is his equal, kind of like Sherlock Holmes had Moriarty. That could get interesting in a series.
This was another fun read. However, reading about the assassin taking out bad guys in each book could get stale. What Nick needs is a worthy opponent who is his equal, kind of like Sherlock Holmes had Moriarty. That could get interesting in a series.
July 5, 2022
Exhilarating
The book was a fantastic read. Great characters and a fun story filled with adventure and some laughs. I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys an excellent thriller.
The book was a fantastic read. Great characters and a fun story filled with adventure and some laughs. I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys an excellent thriller.
December 19, 2022
Multifaceted with lots of twists
The characters are surprisingly deep, while seeming superficially simple. There are plenty of plot twists, adventures, and relationship development for the novel to be enjoyable. I recommend this to anyone looking for a new series.
The characters are surprisingly deep, while seeming superficially simple. There are plenty of plot twists, adventures, and relationship development for the novel to be enjoyable. I recommend this to anyone looking for a new series.
May 11, 2017
El Merton
An excellent read. Enjoyed the first book in the series and the second. Looking forward to the rest of the series.
An excellent read. Enjoyed the first book in the series and the second. Looking forward to the rest of the series.
July 19, 2017
Book signing adventure
Another awesome book , more adventures with gasly humor and plenty of gorrie murder plots. I just love all the characters they make up for themselves.✌️✌️
Another awesome book , more adventures with gasly humor and plenty of gorrie murder plots. I just love all the characters they make up for themselves.✌️✌️
August 28, 2017
Get It Done
Good plot with great family interplay. The world needs more Nick McCarty's to remove bad people without the need for a trial.
Good plot with great family interplay. The world needs more Nick McCarty's to remove bad people without the need for a trial.
September 3, 2017
Another good book in the series, I would recommend consideration. Thanks to the author.
September 8, 2017
Fun read
Tongue in cheek characters with so many neat twists. Non stop action never gets boring in spite of repetition. Can't wait for more.
Tongue in cheek characters with so many neat twists. Non stop action never gets boring in spite of repetition. Can't wait for more.
October 1, 2017
Book 2 was great!
Just the right mix of humor and violence again in this book. Nick gets a little too cocky for his own good.
Just the right mix of humor and violence again in this book. Nick gets a little too cocky for his own good.
October 28, 2017
This series has me hooked
Very well written with very good action and definitely well worth the time. Hard back version to be added to my collection
Very well written with very good action and definitely well worth the time. Hard back version to be added to my collection
November 15, 2017
Great Author
Great series. A fun and funny read. Family man, assassin, and a terrorists worst nightmare. Don't mess with his friends or his country and you should be okay.
Great series. A fun and funny read. Family man, assassin, and a terrorists worst nightmare. Don't mess with his friends or his country and you should be okay.
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