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Bushido
When a contract killer discovers he assassinated the wrong man, his escape is complicated by the crime families hunting him in this gritty thriller from New York Times bestselling author Brad Taylor.
His mission is Take out the Yakuza boss at Matsumoto Castle. Luke Thorne has done worse. Or so he thought, before he learns he’s executed the wrong Obayun. Now, he’s on the run from two rival families through unfamiliar territory, with no one to rely on but himself, his elite military skills, and the knowledge that he was set up. He just has to prove it.
Brad Taylor’s Bushido is part of Pursuit, a gripping collection of short stories that explore what it means to be predator and prey … and what it takes to gain the upper hand. Read or listen to each pulse-pounding story in a single sitting—and an intense adrenaline rush.
2026 by Brad Taylor. ℗ 2026 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.
His mission is Take out the Yakuza boss at Matsumoto Castle. Luke Thorne has done worse. Or so he thought, before he learns he’s executed the wrong Obayun. Now, he’s on the run from two rival families through unfamiliar territory, with no one to rely on but himself, his elite military skills, and the knowledge that he was set up. He just has to prove it.
Brad Taylor’s Bushido is part of Pursuit, a gripping collection of short stories that explore what it means to be predator and prey … and what it takes to gain the upper hand. Read or listen to each pulse-pounding story in a single sitting—and an intense adrenaline rush.
2026 by Brad Taylor. ℗ 2026 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.
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First published October 27, 2026
About the author
Brad Taylor
40 books2,655 followersBrad Taylor served for more than twenty-one years in the U.S. Army, retiring in 2010 as a Special Forces Lieutenant colonel. During that time he held numerous infantry and special operations positions, including eight years in 1st Special Forces Operations Detachment—Delta, popularly known as the Delta Force, where he commanded multiple troops and a squadron.
He has conducted operations in support of U.S. national interests in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other classified locations. His final military post was as Assistant Professor of Military Science at The Citadel. He holds a master's of science in defense analysis with a concentration in irregular warfare from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
When not writing, Brad serves as a security consultant on asymmetric threats to various agencies. He currently lives in Charleston, SC, with his wife and two daughters.
He has conducted operations in support of U.S. national interests in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other classified locations. His final military post was as Assistant Professor of Military Science at The Citadel. He holds a master's of science in defense analysis with a concentration in irregular warfare from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA.
When not writing, Brad serves as a security consultant on asymmetric threats to various agencies. He currently lives in Charleston, SC, with his wife and two daughters.
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
💥 𝗔 𝘄𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆!
I'm not even a big action fan, but Brad Taylor absolutely nailed this one. Luke is a seriously cool main character, and I could easily imagine this story as a full-length film. I loved the ending, and Joe Knezevich's narration was fantastic, with some particularly memorable character voices!
Thank you to Brad Taylor, Brilliance Audio and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to and review this ALC. All opinions are my own.
🎉 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆, 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗼𝗿! 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲! 𝗜 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲.
I'm not even a big action fan, but Brad Taylor absolutely nailed this one. Luke is a seriously cool main character, and I could easily imagine this story as a full-length film. I loved the ending, and Joe Knezevich's narration was fantastic, with some particularly memorable character voices!
Thank you to Brad Taylor, Brilliance Audio and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to and review this ALC. All opinions are my own.
🎉 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆, 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗼𝗿! 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲! 𝗜 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲.
October 31, 2026
Well firstly.
Brad Taylor served for more than twenty-one years in the U.S. Army, retiring in 2010 as a Special Forces Lieutenant colonel. During that time he held numerous infantry and special operations positions, including eight years in 1st Special Forces Operations Detachment—Delta, popularly known as the Delta Force, where he commanded multiple troops and a squadron.
Here we have another quick read in the Pursuit series, great to catch up on my books.
When a contract killer discovers he assassinated the wrong man, his escape is complicated by the crime families hunting him in this gritty thriller from New York Times bestselling author Brad Taylor.
His mission is simple: Take out the Yakuza boss at Matsumoto Castle. Luke Thorne has done worse. Or so he thought, before he learns he’s executed the wrong Obayun. Now, he’s on the run from two rival families through unfamiliar territory, with no one to rely on but himself, his elite military skills, and the knowledge that he was set up. He just has to prove it.
is part of Pursuit, a gripping collection of short stories that explore what it means to be predator and prey … and what it takes to gain the upper hand. Read or listen to each pulse-pounding story in a single sitting—and an intense adrenaline rush.
4 stars
Brad Taylor served for more than twenty-one years in the U.S. Army, retiring in 2010 as a Special Forces Lieutenant colonel. During that time he held numerous infantry and special operations positions, including eight years in 1st Special Forces Operations Detachment—Delta, popularly known as the Delta Force, where he commanded multiple troops and a squadron.
Here we have another quick read in the Pursuit series, great to catch up on my books.
When a contract killer discovers he assassinated the wrong man, his escape is complicated by the crime families hunting him in this gritty thriller from New York Times bestselling author Brad Taylor.
His mission is simple: Take out the Yakuza boss at Matsumoto Castle. Luke Thorne has done worse. Or so he thought, before he learns he’s executed the wrong Obayun. Now, he’s on the run from two rival families through unfamiliar territory, with no one to rely on but himself, his elite military skills, and the knowledge that he was set up. He just has to prove it.
is part of Pursuit, a gripping collection of short stories that explore what it means to be predator and prey … and what it takes to gain the upper hand. Read or listen to each pulse-pounding story in a single sitting—and an intense adrenaline rush.
4 stars
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
The Pursuit Series has been so much fun. All 6 short adventures have been so well written. They find a way to have you sit on the edge of your seat the whole quick read/listen.
Brad Taylor’s “Bushido” is so much fun. Joe Knezevich does such a great job building the frenzy of the action with his narration in the audiobook.
Taylor does a great job with telling a tale of a hit man that has taken out the wrong man. Now both sides are after him. There is literally nowhere for our protagonist (can you call a contract killer a good guy?) to hide.
This story starts out strong and then sends you on an adrenaline rush.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
Brad Taylor’s “Bushido” is so much fun. Joe Knezevich does such a great job building the frenzy of the action with his narration in the audiobook.
Taylor does a great job with telling a tale of a hit man that has taken out the wrong man. Now both sides are after him. There is literally nowhere for our protagonist (can you call a contract killer a good guy?) to hide.
This story starts out strong and then sends you on an adrenaline rush.
I received this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
4.25 Stars ⭐️
This is an audio short story that is part of the Amazon Pursuit Collection. We are introduced to an MMC who is a very successful contract killer in the middle of a contract in Japan.
Things go wrong and not only is his exfil and life at stake, but he also needs to figure out who is responsible for throwing him into the middle of this chaos before things get worse.
This story was narrated by a new to me narrator - Joe Knezevich- who did a wonderful job with his performance.
Thank you to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing | Amazon Original Stories for the opportunity to listen to and review this ALC. This book will be out for publication on October 27, 2026.
This is an audio short story that is part of the Amazon Pursuit Collection. We are introduced to an MMC who is a very successful contract killer in the middle of a contract in Japan.
Things go wrong and not only is his exfil and life at stake, but he also needs to figure out who is responsible for throwing him into the middle of this chaos before things get worse.
This story was narrated by a new to me narrator - Joe Knezevich- who did a wonderful job with his performance.
Thank you to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing | Amazon Original Stories for the opportunity to listen to and review this ALC. This book will be out for publication on October 27, 2026.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
When Loyalty Is the Deadliest Weapon
ARC received by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Bushido was a fun, fast-paced installment in the Pursuit series and an excellent palate cleanser! For a story that takes approximately an hour to read, it delivers plenty of action, entertaining characters, and a satisfying conclusion.
From the moment the protagonist realizes something has gone terribly wrong with his assignment; the story keeps moving. I had my suspicions about the source of the betrayal, but figuring out who was responsible was only part of the fun. I also wanted to know how the protagonist was going to get himself out of the situation. And trust me, there was more going on behind the scenes than we initially knew.
I particularly enjoyed how the author handled the reveals. Information was withheld just long enough to let the pieces fall into place, and some of the protagonist's decisions made much more sense once the full picture emerged. The writing flowed well, the action kept coming, and I never felt like the story was dragging its feet.
I also appreciated how the title came full circle by the end. The themes of brotherhood and loyalty weren't just there for atmosphere. They played an actual role in how everything unfolded, reinforcing the idea that loyalty can't simply be demanded or manipulated to serve someone's ambitions.
Overall, this was a very entertaining read that accomplished exactly what I wanted it to. It was quick, engaging, well-written, and wrapped up nicely without feeling like it needed to be longer. If you're looking for a short action-packed thriller to break up longer reads, this one is worth checking out.
Rating: 4.5/5 stars
ARC received by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Bushido was a fun, fast-paced installment in the Pursuit series and an excellent palate cleanser! For a story that takes approximately an hour to read, it delivers plenty of action, entertaining characters, and a satisfying conclusion.
From the moment the protagonist realizes something has gone terribly wrong with his assignment; the story keeps moving. I had my suspicions about the source of the betrayal, but figuring out who was responsible was only part of the fun. I also wanted to know how the protagonist was going to get himself out of the situation. And trust me, there was more going on behind the scenes than we initially knew.
I particularly enjoyed how the author handled the reveals. Information was withheld just long enough to let the pieces fall into place, and some of the protagonist's decisions made much more sense once the full picture emerged. The writing flowed well, the action kept coming, and I never felt like the story was dragging its feet.
I also appreciated how the title came full circle by the end. The themes of brotherhood and loyalty weren't just there for atmosphere. They played an actual role in how everything unfolded, reinforcing the idea that loyalty can't simply be demanded or manipulated to serve someone's ambitions.
Overall, this was a very entertaining read that accomplished exactly what I wanted it to. It was quick, engaging, well-written, and wrapped up nicely without feeling like it needed to be longer. If you're looking for a short action-packed thriller to break up longer reads, this one is worth checking out.
Rating: 4.5/5 stars
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
A no-frills thriller that was easy to pick up and follow. For a short story, there was only so much it could do in its limited length, and I felt it reached about that limit. It didn't thrill me, but there was some fun to be had, and I found it more enjoyable than some of the other short stories I've read recently.
The writing was nicely done and flowed well without being overly complicated or dumbed down, which made it very approachable. The audiobook narration was good too. It wasn't the best narrator I've listened to, but he suited the story, and I wasn't constantly aware that I was simply listening to someone reading it.
I'm glad I read it, but I wouldn't spend an Audible credit on it or buy it outright. If it were included in a subscription or available for free, though, I'd happily give it a go. It's a good choice if you've got a little bit of time and want a quick, straightforward read.
Just a little personal note: this reviewer has ASD, ADHD and aphantasia. These may shape my reading experience and perspective.
The writing was nicely done and flowed well without being overly complicated or dumbed down, which made it very approachable. The audiobook narration was good too. It wasn't the best narrator I've listened to, but he suited the story, and I wasn't constantly aware that I was simply listening to someone reading it.
I'm glad I read it, but I wouldn't spend an Audible credit on it or buy it outright. If it were included in a subscription or available for free, though, I'd happily give it a go. It's a good choice if you've got a little bit of time and want a quick, straightforward read.
Just a little personal note: this reviewer has ASD, ADHD and aphantasia. These may shape my reading experience and perspective.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing for the advance audio of this story. All thoughts are my own.
Bushido is a super quick short story that is part of a larger collection entitled Pursuit. The version I was provided was an "Amazon Original" audiobook.
What I Loved
This was a no-frills quick hit (no pun intended) that feels a bit Bourne (post-amnesia), a bit Wick, and a bit Reacher. The pace is right on, and though there is not a ton of action, the operator working the problem was fascinating and enjoyable. I hope to read more stories with this character.
What I Thought Could be Better
It would have been nice to have more action, but it wasn't needed for this particular story.
Audio Narration
The audio narration was provided by Joe Knezevich, and he was excellent.
Overall
As mentioned above, I quite enjoyed this. I'm definitely interested in reading and listening to more from Pursuit, as well as more works from Brad Taylor.
Bushido is a super quick short story that is part of a larger collection entitled Pursuit. The version I was provided was an "Amazon Original" audiobook.
What I Loved
This was a no-frills quick hit (no pun intended) that feels a bit Bourne (post-amnesia), a bit Wick, and a bit Reacher. The pace is right on, and though there is not a ton of action, the operator working the problem was fascinating and enjoyable. I hope to read more stories with this character.
What I Thought Could be Better
It would have been nice to have more action, but it wasn't needed for this particular story.
Audio Narration
The audio narration was provided by Joe Knezevich, and he was excellent.
Overall
As mentioned above, I quite enjoyed this. I'm definitely interested in reading and listening to more from Pursuit, as well as more works from Brad Taylor.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was a fun action-packed short story of an assassin who takes a job outside of his normal operating method and ends up killing the wrong Yakuza boss. Now on the run from the dead man’s gang and the gang who hired him, he must find a way out of the country while figuring out how the hit went wrong.
Filled with Brad Taylor’s rapid pace style and a side of sarcasm, this story will delight the hearts of action thriller fans. Highly recommend.
Excellent narration by Joe Knezevich.
Not family friendly due to profanity and the violence expected in this genre.
Thanks to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing. I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Filled with Brad Taylor’s rapid pace style and a side of sarcasm, this story will delight the hearts of action thriller fans. Highly recommend.
Excellent narration by Joe Knezevich.
Not family friendly due to profanity and the violence expected in this genre.
Thanks to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing. I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
October 28, 2026
This short story is part of the Pursuit Collection that explores characters who are both the predator and the prey.
Luke Thorne is a contract killer and has accepted a mission to take out a Yakuza boss at the Matsumoto Castle. Everything seems to be going according to the plan, until he contacts his handler and discovers he killed the wrong person. But how is that possible when he confirmed the person's identity from the photo he was given.
The danger level is off the charts as Luke tries to evade not one but two Yakuza families and get out of Japan to safety. Then when he determines that he was betrayed, his new mission becomes to expose that person.
This is a fast-paced, adrenaline fueled story that will have you turning the pages to see it ends.
Luke Thorne is a contract killer and has accepted a mission to take out a Yakuza boss at the Matsumoto Castle. Everything seems to be going according to the plan, until he contacts his handler and discovers he killed the wrong person. But how is that possible when he confirmed the person's identity from the photo he was given.
The danger level is off the charts as Luke tries to evade not one but two Yakuza families and get out of Japan to safety. Then when he determines that he was betrayed, his new mission becomes to expose that person.
This is a fast-paced, adrenaline fueled story that will have you turning the pages to see it ends.
October 28, 2026
3.5 stars
Thanks to Net Galley and Brilliance Publishing for the early preview of this audiobook.
I don’t often read these type of “thriller” books so this is a bit of a different genre for me, but I mostly enjoyed it. I mean, it was kind of run-of-the-mill type of thriller drama. The hit man gets the wrong hit, now everyone wants him dead, what shall he do. But the ending was fun and the twist in events was enjoyable. This would make for a fun movie!
Audiobook narrator Joe Knezevich rating: 3.8 stars
I was actually quite pleased and impressed with this narrator. He did a good job of different voices and accents. I feel like he would be good for a longer novel.
Thanks to Net Galley and Brilliance Publishing for the early preview of this audiobook.
I don’t often read these type of “thriller” books so this is a bit of a different genre for me, but I mostly enjoyed it. I mean, it was kind of run-of-the-mill type of thriller drama. The hit man gets the wrong hit, now everyone wants him dead, what shall he do. But the ending was fun and the twist in events was enjoyable. This would make for a fun movie!
Audiobook narrator Joe Knezevich rating: 3.8 stars
I was actually quite pleased and impressed with this narrator. He did a good job of different voices and accents. I feel like he would be good for a longer novel.
October 14, 2026
This is a Review of an advance copy received from NetGalley.
I’m a fan on Brad Taylor and his work on the Logan Pike Series. Once I discovered this short series collection for Amazon I was intrigued. Especially seeing a bunch of great authors.
This story follows an assassin who takes out his target…..but the wrong one? What follows is an interesting story about the fallout of that target. Again like the others short and sweet. Would love to hear more. Author did a great job of making an intriguing story and characters with a short length. Highly recommend this!
I’m a fan on Brad Taylor and his work on the Logan Pike Series. Once I discovered this short series collection for Amazon I was intrigued. Especially seeing a bunch of great authors.
This story follows an assassin who takes out his target…..but the wrong one? What follows is an interesting story about the fallout of that target. Again like the others short and sweet. Would love to hear more. Author did a great job of making an intriguing story and characters with a short length. Highly recommend this!
October 31, 2026
My first Brad Taylor but probably won’t be my last.
Bushido follows a hit man who gets double-crossed and finds himself fighting to clear his name before the situation spirals completely out of control.
The plot moves at a relentless pace, with plenty of explosive action, tight suspense, and an almost constant sense of tension. Taylor does a fantastic job keeping the stakes high and the pages turning.
It may not reinvent the genre, but it’s an extremely entertaining thriller that knows exactly what it wants to be
Bushido follows a hit man who gets double-crossed and finds himself fighting to clear his name before the situation spirals completely out of control.
The plot moves at a relentless pace, with plenty of explosive action, tight suspense, and an almost constant sense of tension. Taylor does a fantastic job keeping the stakes high and the pages turning.
It may not reinvent the genre, but it’s an extremely entertaining thriller that knows exactly what it wants to be
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
An hour long thriller in which an assasin manages to take out the wrong person. A simple mistake or is something else afoot? Despite this being a short story, there are numerous twists. Please note that the first 5 minutes are details about guns etc. which could easily be removed as unnecessary for the following story.
I listened to the audiobook and it was well narrated.
I received an advance copy of the audiobook and I am leaving this review for free.
I listened to the audiobook and it was well narrated.
I received an advance copy of the audiobook and I am leaving this review for free.
October 27, 2026
Different in a good way
This was a different story for thriller author Brad Taylor. Most of his stories feature Pike Logan and his elite task force stopping terrorist threats.
In this short story from the Pursuit Collection, he writes about a hitman who after a mission went wrong in a foreign country. He has to escape and is pursued by two rival crime families as he figures out what went wrong.
This was a great story. Different but good. 10/10
This was a different story for thriller author Brad Taylor. Most of his stories feature Pike Logan and his elite task force stopping terrorist threats.
In this short story from the Pursuit Collection, he writes about a hitman who after a mission went wrong in a foreign country. He has to escape and is pursued by two rival crime families as he figures out what went wrong.
This was a great story. Different but good. 10/10
November 1, 2026
Another great addition to the Pursuit series! His well-developed characters and wonderful writing style, full of twists and turns, will keep you on the edge of your seat from the first page, trying to anticipate where this story would go. This is a definite page-turner that I couldn’t put down until the very last page.
Thank you to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing who provided me with a copy of this book. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing who provided me with a copy of this book. I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the advanced copy!
I would have listened to a full book of this story. As it was I enjoyed the quick tale of Luke in Japan. The characters were minimal but still very well developed. The description of the action was well written to where you felt like you could see what was going on.
I would have listened to a full book of this story. As it was I enjoyed the quick tale of Luke in Japan. The characters were minimal but still very well developed. The description of the action was well written to where you felt like you could see what was going on.
October 30, 2026
Free short story if you have prime. The story is very predictable with the first 8 pages.. It didn't thrill me. As for the title, nah. Taylor could have written it much better. It read more like an instruction manual and a taste of geography. The writing is good. But the storytelling didn't do it. Enjoy the free audiobook.
November 2, 2026
A nice change from his typical novels
I cannot remember if Pike (Brad Taylor’s long running series) has ever been to Japan. Taylor shows his writing talents in the novel. Luke is a great ‘outlaw’ character. Smart too. Not just a guy with a gun.
Great plot, setting and action.
I cannot remember if Pike (Brad Taylor’s long running series) has ever been to Japan. Taylor shows his writing talents in the novel. Luke is a great ‘outlaw’ character. Smart too. Not just a guy with a gun.
Great plot, setting and action.
October 28, 2026
Looks like the Pursuit collection is off to a good start! Loved this short we tory and plan to read all 6.
Well written and a quick fun read! Love the concept behind these six short reads. We need more action writers to join in.
Well written and a quick fun read! Love the concept behind these six short reads. We need more action writers to join in.
October 29, 2026
Very satisfying
What a great short story! Excellent use of character development and action in a small amount of space. Luke was a little slow on the uptake but got there and played the game well. This was my first brush with Taylor and will definitely be reading more
What a great short story! Excellent use of character development and action in a small amount of space. Luke was a little slow on the uptake but got there and played the game well. This was my first brush with Taylor and will definitely be reading more
November 2, 2026
Good short story
Good short story of a hit gone wrong. Luke gets paid to take out a high ranking Yakuza but finds out it was the wrong one. On the run he has to essentially fend for himself. Nice twist at the end that I will save for the reader to experience.
Good short story of a hit gone wrong. Luke gets paid to take out a high ranking Yakuza but finds out it was the wrong one. On the run he has to essentially fend for himself. Nice twist at the end that I will save for the reader to experience.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is a great story, with an interesting plot, in a very compact format. Excellent entertainment, and well suited as an audiobook with narration that's very good.
October 28, 2026
Brad Taylor has written an exciting short story called Bushido. It's part of a six book collection from Amazon with some really good authors. I recommend that you get them all.
October 28, 2026
A terrific well-written story with a great ending! The narration on the audiobook is very good as well.
October 29, 2026
A really great pursuit story!
All's well that ends well. Pauley sets up Luke. Then the tables get reversed and reversed again. All in all a highly entertaining story.
All's well that ends well. Pauley sets up Luke. Then the tables get reversed and reversed again. All in all a highly entertaining story.
October 29, 2026
A perfect short story with just the right amount of action and suspense.
October 31, 2026
This was an interesting joy ride of adrenaline but a bit predictable in the 'who can be trusted' category.
October 30, 2026
Pursuit Collection
1. Tower Fall ⭐⭐⭐,5
2. Bushido ⭐⭐⭐⭐
3. Hunting Gods ⭐⭐
4. The Final Hour ⭐⭐⭐
5. Flesh and Blood ⭐⭐⭐
6. Takedown ⭐⭐⭐⭐
1. Tower Fall ⭐⭐⭐,5
2. Bushido ⭐⭐⭐⭐
3. Hunting Gods ⭐⭐
4. The Final Hour ⭐⭐⭐
5. Flesh and Blood ⭐⭐⭐
6. Takedown ⭐⭐⭐⭐
October 15, 2026
Bushido by Brad Taylor is book #2 of 6 in Pursuit, a collection of short fiction thrillers.
A contract killer has taken out the wrong man…
His exfill is now problematic…
It’s a high stake cat and mouse game in Japan with the Yakuza after him.
A contract killer has taken out the wrong man…
His exfill is now problematic…
It’s a high stake cat and mouse game in Japan with the Yakuza after him.
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