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The Whicher Series #1-2
Books one and two in the latest hit crime series on Amazon 'AN AMERICAN OUTLAW
Gilman James comes home from Iraq--the last of three childhood friends to return. His brothers-in-arms are mere shadows of their former selves--Gil, unmarked, determines to take care of them. But how far should a man go for the people he loves?
Stepping across the line between right and wrong, Gil finds himself stranded in the Texan desert--as a bank heist he's planned goes horribly wrong. Pursued into the badlands by US Marshal John Whicher, a moment of violent reckoning is set in train.
What makes an outlaw? Marshal John Whicher, veteran of the First Gulf War thinks he knows. But can natural justice ever outrank the law?
AN AMERICAN KILL John Whicher is a US Marshal, not long out of training - barely twelve months back from serving in the Persian Gulf war. In south Texas, he's working his first case when a multiple shooting on the US / Mexico border leaves five non-documented aliens and one American dead.
The county decides to limit any inquest - money's tight, deaths among illegals are notoriously hard to crack. But Whicher, new to law enforcement, is not about to let his first case slide.
Gilman James comes home from Iraq--the last of three childhood friends to return. His brothers-in-arms are mere shadows of their former selves--Gil, unmarked, determines to take care of them. But how far should a man go for the people he loves?
Stepping across the line between right and wrong, Gil finds himself stranded in the Texan desert--as a bank heist he's planned goes horribly wrong. Pursued into the badlands by US Marshal John Whicher, a moment of violent reckoning is set in train.
What makes an outlaw? Marshal John Whicher, veteran of the First Gulf War thinks he knows. But can natural justice ever outrank the law?
AN AMERICAN KILL John Whicher is a US Marshal, not long out of training - barely twelve months back from serving in the Persian Gulf war. In south Texas, he's working his first case when a multiple shooting on the US / Mexico border leaves five non-documented aliens and one American dead.
The county decides to limit any inquest - money's tight, deaths among illegals are notoriously hard to crack. But Whicher, new to law enforcement, is not about to let his first case slide.
639 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 1, 2016
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About the author
John Stonehouse
25 books66 followersJohn Stonehouse writes the Amazon #1 bestselling Whicher Series.
His debut, An American Outlaw, gained wide acclaim among readers and reviewers alike - both it and the following books have gone on to become bestsellers at Amazon, Apple i-Books, Barnes & Noble and at Kobo.
A writer who's spent a lot of time traveling, both in the states and overseas, he’s interested in history, literature, music and poetry - and drawn to wide-open spaces; places few people go, inside or out.
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His debut, An American Outlaw, gained wide acclaim among readers and reviewers alike - both it and the following books have gone on to become bestsellers at Amazon, Apple i-Books, Barnes & Noble and at Kobo.
A writer who's spent a lot of time traveling, both in the states and overseas, he’s interested in history, literature, music and poetry - and drawn to wide-open spaces; places few people go, inside or out.
For the latest news, updates and special offers sign up to the John Stonehouse mailing list at https:www//johnstonehousewriter.com
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November 21, 2025
Ok. Just not my cup of tea.
December 6, 2021
not worth the time
The biggest thing, by far, is the complete desiccation of a southern accent. “Y’all” is NEVER, repeat NEVER, used in the singular. Not ever. I really just couldn’t get over that. The plot is vague. Too many suggestive subplots that never pan out. The author is just a wanna be badass. With wanna be bad ass characters.
The biggest thing, by far, is the complete desiccation of a southern accent. “Y’all” is NEVER, repeat NEVER, used in the singular. Not ever. I really just couldn’t get over that. The plot is vague. Too many suggestive subplots that never pan out. The author is just a wanna be badass. With wanna be bad ass characters.
June 13, 2019
Unique style
Both stories were unique in the author's own style. The narrative mysteries were what you would expect from a well thought out story but with a slightly different flare. I liked the style. As for the main character, Marshal Whicher, I thought he practiced above the law. However, not in a truly criminal way, but still a stretch on lawful guidelines. I actually liked the endings in both books and would read the author's other books
Both stories were unique in the author's own style. The narrative mysteries were what you would expect from a well thought out story but with a slightly different flare. I liked the style. As for the main character, Marshal Whicher, I thought he practiced above the law. However, not in a truly criminal way, but still a stretch on lawful guidelines. I actually liked the endings in both books and would read the author's other books
January 28, 2020
This is one beautifully written series of books. Whicher is human enough to deliver justice instead of merely law. The West Texas desert is as much a character in the books as any player and the players are truly memorable, relatable and likable. I'm ordering book 3 in this series (and all of them are stand alone novels (thank you John Stonehouse). I'll be checking out his other books and series too. This man can write!
April 12, 2019
Enjoyed both stories
These stories are good. The first story American Kill, I enjoyed more than the second, American Bullet. The action was well written and executed. The characters were well developed and I had a hard time putting it down. The second, American Bullet, didn't have as much action and seemed to me to drag in places. Overall I enjoyed both stories.
These stories are good. The first story American Kill, I enjoyed more than the second, American Bullet. The action was well written and executed. The characters were well developed and I had a hard time putting it down. The second, American Bullet, didn't have as much action and seemed to me to drag in places. Overall I enjoyed both stories.
April 29, 2019
Likable main character
Whicher must smell like a dung heap. He doesn’t shower or change his clothes often enough. He swims the river but only changes his shirt. His pants, underwear, socks and boots dry on his body. Military personnel and police officers have “go bags” with extra clothes and hygiene products. Give Wicher one.
Whicher must smell like a dung heap. He doesn’t shower or change his clothes often enough. He swims the river but only changes his shirt. His pants, underwear, socks and boots dry on his body. Military personnel and police officers have “go bags” with extra clothes and hygiene products. Give Wicher one.
April 14, 2019
Not my normal read but enjoyed both of these stories. Very descriptive and real. It reminds me that there are a great many things in this country that I know very little about. Well told and insightful.
April 15, 2019
The whicher Series:. Books 1&2.
I enjoyed them books. I liked the detail about the environment in Texas. I liked that Whicher seems to be compassionate about the Mexican people. I would recommend these books to anyone.
I enjoyed them books. I liked the detail about the environment in Texas. I liked that Whicher seems to be compassionate about the Mexican people. I would recommend these books to anyone.
May 8, 2019
Two Great Stories, a US Marshall Seeks Justice, sometimes the right other times ...
Two Great Stories, a US Marshall Seeks Justice, sometimes the right other times ... Two Great Stories, a US Marshall Seeks Justice, sometimes the right other times ...
Two Great Stories, a US Marshall Seeks Justice, sometimes the right other times ... Two Great Stories, a US Marshall Seeks Justice, sometimes the right other times ...
June 19, 2019
Second Excellent Book!
Wish I had read this book first. It sets up the main character. Having said that, both books are 5 *.
Good story. Twists and turns. Well written. Hard to put down!
Wish I had read this book first. It sets up the main character. Having said that, both books are 5 *.
Good story. Twists and turns. Well written. Hard to put down!
March 28, 2021
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It's hard to rate this book. Storyline was interesting, characters elusive and mysterious. There was just a drawn out whodunit that kept the book from being really interesting. Had to make myself finish it.
It's hard to rate this book. Storyline was interesting, characters elusive and mysterious. There was just a drawn out whodunit that kept the book from being really interesting. Had to make myself finish it.
September 20, 2024
Series is more interesting as it progresses. Clean. Interesting and well narrated, as good as most books get and I’m growing fond of the hard-shelled U.S. Marshal.
Took awhile to finish—remodeling my home.
Took awhile to finish—remodeling my home.
May 31, 2018
Great read! Kept me guessing to the last minute...John Stonehouse is a great writer. I could visualize what he was saying about the scenery.
April 8, 2019
Profanity!!!
Well, at least he showed his lack of storytelling vocabulary in the first few sentences. Saved me a lot of time. Pitiful!!!
Well, at least he showed his lack of storytelling vocabulary in the first few sentences. Saved me a lot of time. Pitiful!!!
April 10, 2019
The shifter Series (1-2)
These 2 are not too bad,from one extreme to the other but just too much in empty word's. The author used forty words where twenty would have been sufficient
These 2 are not too bad,from one extreme to the other but just too much in empty word's. The author used forty words where twenty would have been sufficient
April 17, 2019
Great mystery books that you just can't put down.
May 24, 2019
Two very good books based in Texas. Thanks author.
July 2, 2019
Boring
I did not enjoy or find this an enjoyable read at all very hard to follow and understand the characters will not be reading any more in this series
I did not enjoy or find this an enjoyable read at all very hard to follow and understand the characters will not be reading any more in this series
July 21, 2019
Good read
Good story line. Liked where it went even though it tended to jump every so often. But you could get back on track if you reread a paragraph or two.
Good story line. Liked where it went even though it tended to jump every so often. But you could get back on track if you reread a paragraph or two.
July 26, 2019
Great read keep
you guessing all the at. Gives great insight into a current problem. You will not be disappointed in this book
you guessing all the at. Gives great insight into a current problem. You will not be disappointed in this book
September 1, 2019
Good read
Well thought through and to use a quote from the story, how much more could he get wrong! But soo well.
Well thought through and to use a quote from the story, how much more could he get wrong! But soo well.
January 14, 2020
Great book
Excellent read. Well written story, plenty of tension and suspense. Good character developement and story line. A real page turner.
Excellent read. Well written story, plenty of tension and suspense. Good character developement and story line. A real page turner.
December 13, 2020
A bit confusing but a good read
I do like a story about a man that does the right thing, not necessarily what the law says. I will read more from this uthor
I do like a story about a man that does the right thing, not necessarily what the law says. I will read more from this uthor
April 11, 2019
Disappointing.
Unfortunately just couldn't get into either book. This is more a personal observation than a criticism of the quality of the books.
Unfortunately just couldn't get into either book. This is more a personal observation than a criticism of the quality of the books.
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