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Call It Even
Robbie Bowman is a U.S. Army veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan troubled by guilt and sorrow. He is looking for his missing sister, the only family he has left, and for redemption and peace. Bowman finds himself in a small town in New Mexico, where he is arrested for a brutal double murder, which triggers chilling memories of other deaths for which he feels responsible. Circumstance and his guilty conscience drive him to take on those responsible for the murders. His survival skills and combat prowess will be tested as he finds himself in a mortal struggle with vicious drug traffickers and their allies. But not all of the good guys are blameless, and not all of the bad guys are evil. He must use his judgment as well as his fighting skills.
237 pages, Paperback
Published October 5, 2017
About the author
Edwin Markham
1 book3 followersI grew up on a dairy farm in northern New York State, then got my undergraduate degree at Cornell University and a law degree at New York University School of Law.
After practicing law for thirty years, primarily in New York City, I decided to try something else. Part of that something else was writing my first novel, Call It Even. Always an avid reader, I've wanted to write a book for as long as I can remember. So this is a bucket list item for me. If it is well received I'll keep at it. If not, well, I've lost nothing but my time.
If you haven't read my book, please do. If you have, please leave a review. I appreciate the feedback and take them all seriously. I'm new at this, and still learning.
After practicing law for thirty years, primarily in New York City, I decided to try something else. Part of that something else was writing my first novel, Call It Even. Always an avid reader, I've wanted to write a book for as long as I can remember. So this is a bucket list item for me. If it is well received I'll keep at it. If not, well, I've lost nothing but my time.
If you haven't read my book, please do. If you have, please leave a review. I appreciate the feedback and take them all seriously. I'm new at this, and still learning.
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December 9, 2017
A plus. Recommended.
The plot is not overly complicated, but it keeps your interest. I hope the author writes more about Bowman, or others like him. I found his writing realistic.
The plot is not overly complicated, but it keeps your interest. I hope the author writes more about Bowman, or others like him. I found his writing realistic.
December 19, 2018
A routine story that you might have read few times .But what the exception is the style of written. Fast paced . Simple language. Enough actions with little bit romance flavour.
A light read which you could use to pass the time while travels or waiting in the lobby to await for some body
Ethiraj
A light read which you could use to pass the time while travels or waiting in the lobby to await for some body
Ethiraj
February 7, 2019
Ex army solider finds life after active duty in special forces.
Trying to find his older sister who he had not seen several years has stoped in a small town in New Mexico and runs into a lot of trouble with the local law. Things get out of hand, but proved he is insent of the the murder charges. Fast action story well worth reading.
Trying to find his older sister who he had not seen several years has stoped in a small town in New Mexico and runs into a lot of trouble with the local law. Things get out of hand, but proved he is insent of the the murder charges. Fast action story well worth reading.
July 16, 2020
Bowman is a Army vet walking across the country to find his sister. Guilt for duties in the Army, his lack of a permanent address make him a prime suspect for a crime in New Mexico. His love for his country demands his assistance in solving this crime. I read this book in one sitting and couldn't put it down. I rate this a 5.1
February 23, 2021
Wow!
As a writer I know how hard it is to find your stride in your writing style. You wrote this one very well and it kept me wanting to read the next paragraph before I could set it down. The next paragraph only left me wanting to read the following paragraphs. No superhumans just regular people doing what they could. Even the a guy was human. Excellent book.
As a writer I know how hard it is to find your stride in your writing style. You wrote this one very well and it kept me wanting to read the next paragraph before I could set it down. The next paragraph only left me wanting to read the following paragraphs. No superhumans just regular people doing what they could. Even the a guy was human. Excellent book.
May 23, 2021
A lot of loose ends - needs editing
The author and editor need a session, or sessions to brutally edit this work! The plot, the MC and supporting cast need serious work! Far too many jumps, changes and crises. Which keeps the reader thoroughly confused! I would NOT recommend this work in its current form!
The author and editor need a session, or sessions to brutally edit this work! The plot, the MC and supporting cast need serious work! Far too many jumps, changes and crises. Which keeps the reader thoroughly confused! I would NOT recommend this work in its current form!
April 23, 2022
I was pleasantly surprised
I finished this book in 8 hours of non-stop reading. I couldn't put it down. As a vet, the story some to me since I don't have a relationship with my sister and I've lost my mother as well. Very well written. I look forward to a couple of more books to complete a story arc. Bravo, Mr. Markham. Good job on your first novel.
I finished this book in 8 hours of non-stop reading. I couldn't put it down. As a vet, the story some to me since I don't have a relationship with my sister and I've lost my mother as well. Very well written. I look forward to a couple of more books to complete a story arc. Bravo, Mr. Markham. Good job on your first novel.
August 12, 2024
As our hero goes across the country looking for his sister, he is picked up and questioned about a murder. He does get released and continues his travel thru the desert only to come across something suspicious. He hears gunshots and sees a man get shot.
I know that's a little cryptic, but I don't want to say too much about the book.
This is a pretty good story.
I know that's a little cryptic, but I don't want to say too much about the book.
This is a pretty good story.
March 28, 2021
Good read
Good story, some faulty writing styles, worth the purchase .author should use more conjunctions such as I've instead of I have. That's how people normally speak. Still very readable.
Good story, some faulty writing styles, worth the purchase .author should use more conjunctions such as I've instead of I have. That's how people normally speak. Still very readable.
March 30, 2021
Wow
This is an exciting and fun read. Edwin Markham brings the story to life with good characters and an interesting story. Wish it could have gone on by all stories have to end. Great read, you will enjoy it.
This is an exciting and fun read. Edwin Markham brings the story to life with good characters and an interesting story. Wish it could have gone on by all stories have to end. Great read, you will enjoy it.
June 7, 2021
Keep writing Edwin!
This is the best book I’ve read in months, if not years. Action, good characters, interesting locations, enlightening background information and history. Looking forward to your next book!
This is the best book I’ve read in months, if not years. Action, good characters, interesting locations, enlightening background information and history. Looking forward to your next book!
November 10, 2017
A good read
Gets you interested right away and keeps your interest. An easy read. Not too many gory details and not a lot of cussing.
Gets you interested right away and keeps your interest. An easy read. Not too many gory details and not a lot of cussing.
January 6, 2018
Great story
Great main character with well thought out extras. Lots of action in a great story. Going to find another book by this author
Great main character with well thought out extras. Lots of action in a great story. Going to find another book by this author
January 9, 2018
If you like Reacher, you will like this.
Great read. Bowman is a wandering man, a former soldier. Book talks about his present activities, and his past. Hope there is more to come!
Great read. Bowman is a wandering man, a former soldier. Book talks about his present activities, and his past. Hope there is more to come!
December 14, 2018
Even if is!
Great story. Great characters. Was written so anyone could follow. Hope there might be a 2nd part to follow up with.
Great story. Great characters. Was written so anyone could follow. Hope there might be a 2nd part to follow up with.
July 29, 2020
Great read
I really enjoyed this novel. Good characters and great dialogue. I enjoyed the story and it will make for a good series if the author carries it on.
I really enjoyed this novel. Good characters and great dialogue. I enjoyed the story and it will make for a good series if the author carries it on.
November 5, 2020
A very good book
If you like good books you will love this one ,when I started reading it i thought it was be boreing but it turned out to be a good book!
If you like good books you will love this one ,when I started reading it i thought it was be boreing but it turned out to be a good book!
December 7, 2020
Great writer
Very interesting subject matter, easy and fast reading. Great story line. Hard to put down! Excellent writer that holds your attention.
Very interesting subject matter, easy and fast reading. Great story line. Hard to put down! Excellent writer that holds your attention.
December 19, 2020
1st effort?? Keep it up!
Excellent story. Adequate character development and a thoroughly plausible plot. An admirable first novel. Hope to see more from this author.
Excellent story. Adequate character development and a thoroughly plausible plot. An admirable first novel. Hope to see more from this author.
June 10, 2021
Excellent read
I liked this book because it held my interest. No stupid or annoying repeats. Great book to read. Could not put it down
I liked this book because it held my interest. No stupid or annoying repeats. Great book to read. Could not put it down
September 19, 2021
Good read
Story line was good and it ended well with the writer leaving the story with the ability to continue the characters
Story line was good and it ended well with the writer leaving the story with the ability to continue the characters
January 9, 2022
Well written
This well written novel is an easy read. The storyline is plausible,well thought-out and captivating.
I hope Markham writes a few more with this character.
This well written novel is an easy read. The storyline is plausible,well thought-out and captivating.
I hope Markham writes a few more with this character.
January 22, 2022
Good read
Great first effort look forward to more. Tell us about the sister soon.best and Cleamintine see a very bright new career
Cheers
Great first effort look forward to more. Tell us about the sister soon.best and Cleamintine see a very bright new career
Cheers
January 31, 2022
Awesome read credible and fast paced
Great read couldn't put it down. Likable characters
Good portrayal of a veterans mind set and issues. Author did his homework for sure
Great read couldn't put it down. Likable characters
Good portrayal of a veterans mind set and issues. Author did his homework for sure
July 7, 2022
Great read!
I loved this story. It is well written. The author did a good job developing the characters. Good story line. I'd definitely look for other stories by this author.
I loved this story. It is well written. The author did a good job developing the characters. Good story line. I'd definitely look for other stories by this author.
November 23, 2022
Worth Reading for sure!!!!
Always enjoy a book where someone goes out of there way to help someone else.!!! We need this more in this mix up world.
Always enjoy a book where someone goes out of there way to help someone else.!!! We need this more in this mix up world.
May 27, 2023
Worth ur time.
Good story, interesting characters, and pretty good plot line. Recommend, hope for a sequel. Yeah I liked it, and so will you.
Good story, interesting characters, and pretty good plot line. Recommend, hope for a sequel. Yeah I liked it, and so will you.
July 7, 2023
Totally Engrossing
This author had me by the throat from GO to WOE! Great action,descriptions and character development. Gotta read more Edwin Markham!
This author had me by the throat from GO to WOE! Great action,descriptions and character development. Gotta read more Edwin Markham!
September 19, 2016
Great book
It kept me right on the edge wondering what was going to happen. I will recommend this to everyone. Read it.
It kept me right on the edge wondering what was going to happen. I will recommend this to everyone. Read it.
October 15, 2016
If you took the Killing Floor (Jack Reacher #1) and: a) Grossly simplified the plot; and b) Made it not suck, it would be this book.
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