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Jake Ord Thrillers #2
Never Look Back
Jake Ord is a retired secret services agent seeking peace in the British countryside. He seems to have finally escaped his turbulent past. That is until one evening a sniper tries to kill him…
Memories of his past life come flooding back and when another man from the village is found burned to death in his car that same night, Jake’s agent instinct kicks in.
Was this a case of mistaken identity? Or were they both indeed targets?
Who on earth could be trying to assassinate him in sleepy Northumberland, and more importantly, why?
Jake identifies another MI5 agent, Anna Mason, snooping around the village, supposedly prepping and securing the area ahead of a royal visit.
Together, with the help of his ex-colleague and friend Dixie, they discover that nobody is who they seem, and that both the victim of the car fire and one of Jake’s close friends were both also former agents, raising even more questions.
Could this really all be a coincidence?
The service is evidently unhappy with Jake’s poking around, and measures to shut down his investigations seem to be coming right from the top of MI5…
What could they possibly be trying to hide and what relevance does this have to Jake?
Never Look Back is a fast-paced spy thriller with intrigue and paranoia at every turn…
'A gripping tale full of twists and turns' - Thomas Waugh
Dan Latus is the pseudonym of the writer Ian Bullock. Latus grew up in Teesside, England. He left school at 15 and soon found his way onto a Geography course - following his passion for the outdoors - at Leeds University, followed by courses in Canada and Newcastle upon Tyne. After leaving academia Latus embarked on a career in regional and strategic planning in N.E England and in Calgary, Canada. He now has four children and lives with his wife in Northumberland.
Memories of his past life come flooding back and when another man from the village is found burned to death in his car that same night, Jake’s agent instinct kicks in.
Was this a case of mistaken identity? Or were they both indeed targets?
Who on earth could be trying to assassinate him in sleepy Northumberland, and more importantly, why?
Jake identifies another MI5 agent, Anna Mason, snooping around the village, supposedly prepping and securing the area ahead of a royal visit.
Together, with the help of his ex-colleague and friend Dixie, they discover that nobody is who they seem, and that both the victim of the car fire and one of Jake’s close friends were both also former agents, raising even more questions.
Could this really all be a coincidence?
The service is evidently unhappy with Jake’s poking around, and measures to shut down his investigations seem to be coming right from the top of MI5…
What could they possibly be trying to hide and what relevance does this have to Jake?
Never Look Back is a fast-paced spy thriller with intrigue and paranoia at every turn…
'A gripping tale full of twists and turns' - Thomas Waugh
Dan Latus is the pseudonym of the writer Ian Bullock. Latus grew up in Teesside, England. He left school at 15 and soon found his way onto a Geography course - following his passion for the outdoors - at Leeds University, followed by courses in Canada and Newcastle upon Tyne. After leaving academia Latus embarked on a career in regional and strategic planning in N.E England and in Calgary, Canada. He now has four children and lives with his wife in Northumberland.
- GenresMystery
248 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2008
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February 13, 2017
Excellent thriller involving former and current police specialists...
I really enjoyed this story, great characters and storyline. Easy to read with good descriptions of places and people, I liked the author's writing style and will definitely read more of his books!
I really enjoyed this story, great characters and storyline. Easy to read with good descriptions of places and people, I liked the author's writing style and will definitely read more of his books!
March 16, 2017
Really enjoyed this read -very enjoyable
April 12, 2021
I thought this would be a continuation of book #1 in the Jake Ord series. I was disappointed that the only character from the first book was Jake. Both books were good and well-written, but I still wonder what happened to Magda in "No Place to Hide".
March 4, 2022
Great read but not a sequal.
I have read some of the comments by fellow readers who were disappointed about the lack of continuity between the two books, characters deleted, no obvious links, but I think, if you read this as a stand alone book, it kind of works.
The central character Jake is still there with his last history but in the UK now. There are things happening that Jake and his friends are dealing with but doesn't always go to plan.
Just enjoy this gripping detective story for what it is. Dan Latus is a very talented writer and has a whole library of books from this creative genius to entertain you. Have fun and keep reading.
I have read some of the comments by fellow readers who were disappointed about the lack of continuity between the two books, characters deleted, no obvious links, but I think, if you read this as a stand alone book, it kind of works.
The central character Jake is still there with his last history but in the UK now. There are things happening that Jake and his friends are dealing with but doesn't always go to plan.
Just enjoy this gripping detective story for what it is. Dan Latus is a very talented writer and has a whole library of books from this creative genius to entertain you. Have fun and keep reading.
April 21, 2022
I really enjoyed reading this second book on the series but wondered what had happened to Magda from the first book. Fast forward - she reappears in the third book in the series and this confused me even more. It would have made more sense if Book 2’ “Never Look Back” was Book 1, “No Place to Hide” was Book 2 and then “Last Resort” Book 3. Then this series would make sense. Once I got over the confusion I read avidly and would fully recommend this series.
July 14, 2021
Make Ord Thrillers is a complete joy. Latus keeps your mind alive
Take a retire, add another retire, blend in a beautiful nearby and you have a case! Latus doesn't let you rest because it's tough to put down. Both volumes were terrific!!!
Take a retire, add another retire, blend in a beautiful nearby and you have a case! Latus doesn't let you rest because it's tough to put down. Both volumes were terrific!!!
August 23, 2021
Good paced thriller with plausible characters and plot
Anyone who likes authors like Lee Child, Peter James, Harlen Coben and others will enjoy this style of plot with flawed and plausible characters
Anyone who likes authors like Lee Child, Peter James, Harlen Coben and others will enjoy this style of plot with flawed and plausible characters
March 9, 2022
Old spies, secret plots, retired also dangerous
Jake Ord, retired spook, a holiday in Majorca turns into an attempted assassination.. Is it just wrong place wrong time? Was it a lucky escape.. Or just coincedence?
Jake Ord, retired spook, a holiday in Majorca turns into an attempted assassination.. Is it just wrong place wrong time? Was it a lucky escape.. Or just coincedence?
July 7, 2017
Interesting story
Didn't keep me on the edge of my seat, but was both interesting and intriguing. I would this author again.
Didn't keep me on the edge of my seat, but was both interesting and intriguing. I would this author again.
August 13, 2017
A good read
Really enjoyed this book. Lots of action, and kept me guessing till the end. Liked the characters, like this writer.
Really enjoyed this book. Lots of action, and kept me guessing till the end. Liked the characters, like this writer.
March 21, 2021
Twists and turns
You're never quite sure if some of the characters are good guys or bad ones. But this is descriptive tale and it will hold your interest.
You're never quite sure if some of the characters are good guys or bad ones. But this is descriptive tale and it will hold your interest.
June 1, 2021
Never a dull moment
From the very beginning this book kept me intrigued. This is a really good story. I'm hoping there are more than the two Jack Ord stories.
From the very beginning this book kept me intrigued. This is a really good story. I'm hoping there are more than the two Jack Ord stories.
June 29, 2021
Enjoyed it, but was a bit confused as it appeared to be a “ prequel “ to book 1 in so far as explaining why Jake’s cottage had been burnt down , but no men was made of the diamond robbery !!!!
July 19, 2021
Great story
The second book in the series, can’t wait for the third. Best to read in chronological order if you can
The second book in the series, can’t wait for the third. Best to read in chronological order if you can
July 29, 2021
Intrigue and murder
It's amazing what disturbs your peace but James the man to deal with it.from the peacefulness of village life to mayhem and murder loved it.
It's amazing what disturbs your peace but James the man to deal with it.from the peacefulness of village life to mayhem and murder loved it.
September 15, 2023
good read
Good story, disappointed didn’t follow story line from first book. Writing is very good, great writing, good storytelling. looking forward to book three
Good story, disappointed didn’t follow story line from first book. Writing is very good, great writing, good storytelling. looking forward to book three
May 15, 2025
A good read ,fast moving with an interesting plot .
Characters are believable .
Characters are believable .
March 16, 2017
NLB is your basic, no-frills spy book. Not a thriller, mind - it's really pretty low key for all the the bodies that hit the dirt. I can't say I believed in the plot, but since it took so long to evolve that didn't really matter. A pretty good read and free on KU. ps Dixie, the spy who didn't come in from the cold, is quite the character.
March 16, 2017
Good book not great but good. The thing is, i have problem with brith term. ( like my flat, when they talk about police etc)
March 12, 2017
English thriller
Very exciting thriller reminiscent of 007 kind of intrigue without the overt emphasis and predominance of sexuality but naughty enough.
Very exciting thriller reminiscent of 007 kind of intrigue without the overt emphasis and predominance of sexuality but naughty enough.
February 4, 2021
A Reverse Chronlogy
Had me going. Where's Magda? What happened to Bob Cunningham? Who's Ellie? When had he rebuilt his cottage?
Well - this episode all happened WAY before the story told in the previous (1st) episode. That answers those questions and Bob did come along to be introduced toward the end.
Good story, good novelist and great action. Looking forward to mire Jake Ord, moving forward I hope.😁
Had me going. Where's Magda? What happened to Bob Cunningham? Who's Ellie? When had he rebuilt his cottage?
Well - this episode all happened WAY before the story told in the previous (1st) episode. That answers those questions and Bob did come along to be introduced toward the end.
Good story, good novelist and great action. Looking forward to mire Jake Ord, moving forward I hope.😁
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