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Brice Bannon Seacoast Adventure #1
Facing the Storm
Brice Bannon served fifteen years in the Coast Guard, most recently as captain of the Deployable Operations Group, (DOG), the Coast Guard's version of the Army's Special Forces and Navy's Seals operations. When the command was decommissioned, rather than accept re-assignment, Bannon retired from the full-time Coast Guard.
But Bannon didn't leave the Coast Guard behind completely. He remains in the Reserves.
Recruited by the Secretary of Homeland Security, he leads a small, secretive team of specially-trained, highly-skilled operatives capable of responding to and investigating specific, targeted threats against the homeland. Threats that cannot be effectively handled by standard operating means. Threats that call for a unique and often secret approach outside the normal channels of either Homeland Security or the Department of Defense.
When not risking his life for the government, Bannon runs the Keel Haul, his bar in the resort town of Hampton Beach, on the New Hampshire seacoast. There, he also operates as a small town private investigator and tends to get himself in big trouble along with the help of his two best friends and teammates; Tarakesh "Blades" Sardana and CWO Skyjack McMurphy.
Book 1 in the pulse-pounding Brice Bannon Seacoast Adventure series
Don't miss any of David DeLee's explosive Brice Bannon Seacoast Adventures:
FACING THE STORM * THE OCEANIC PRINCESS * STRIKE OF THE STINGRAY * THE YAKUZA GAMBIT * THE LEVIATHAN CONSPIRACY (coming soon)
But Bannon didn't leave the Coast Guard behind completely. He remains in the Reserves.
Recruited by the Secretary of Homeland Security, he leads a small, secretive team of specially-trained, highly-skilled operatives capable of responding to and investigating specific, targeted threats against the homeland. Threats that cannot be effectively handled by standard operating means. Threats that call for a unique and often secret approach outside the normal channels of either Homeland Security or the Department of Defense.
When not risking his life for the government, Bannon runs the Keel Haul, his bar in the resort town of Hampton Beach, on the New Hampshire seacoast. There, he also operates as a small town private investigator and tends to get himself in big trouble along with the help of his two best friends and teammates; Tarakesh "Blades" Sardana and CWO Skyjack McMurphy.
Book 1 in the pulse-pounding Brice Bannon Seacoast Adventure series
Don't miss any of David DeLee's explosive Brice Bannon Seacoast Adventures:
FACING THE STORM * THE OCEANIC PRINCESS * STRIKE OF THE STINGRAY * THE YAKUZA GAMBIT * THE LEVIATHAN CONSPIRACY (coming soon)
155 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 29, 2018
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About the author
David DeLee
71 books41 followersDavid DeLee is the award winning author of the Grace deHaviland Bounty Hunter series, including the novels Fatal Destiny, Pin Money, With Intent to Deceive, and Take Down. David's also written many short stories featuring Grace, most notably Bling, Bling, which appeared in the anthology The Rich and the Dead edited by Nelson DeMille, and Fatal Tryst, an audio version of which is available for free from Crime City Central http://crimecitycentral.com/crime-cit...
David's other work includes the novel Crystal White which SUSPENSE MAGAZINE called "...a dark portrayal of the evil that men--and women--can do.", the second Nick Lafferty novel Out of the Game,and a collection of short stories that can be found in Murder, Mayhem & Mystery: An Omnibus of Crime Fiction.
David is a member of the Mystery Writers of America and International Thriller Writers. He holds a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice and is a former licensed private investigator. A native New Yorker, David currently resides in New Hampshire.
For more information be sure to check out his website at www.daviddelee-author.com and his publisher's website - www.darkroadpub.com
David's other work includes the novel Crystal White which SUSPENSE MAGAZINE called "...a dark portrayal of the evil that men--and women--can do.", the second Nick Lafferty novel Out of the Game,and a collection of short stories that can be found in Murder, Mayhem & Mystery: An Omnibus of Crime Fiction.
David is a member of the Mystery Writers of America and International Thriller Writers. He holds a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice and is a former licensed private investigator. A native New Yorker, David currently resides in New Hampshire.
For more information be sure to check out his website at www.daviddelee-author.com and his publisher's website - www.darkroadpub.com
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September 10, 2024
Got me hooked. Reminds me of Clive Cusslers characters.
Will be back fir more.
Will be back fir more.
July 30, 2020
This is actually four stories, with Brice in all of them. Different scenario and action, and all good. Enjoyed and have his other writings.
May 25, 2018
A light hearted experience
If you need a reading break from the serious, this one is good one. The hero is not one of those unbelievable, take on a dozen single handed, but much more realistic.
If you need a reading break from the serious, this one is good one. The hero is not one of those unbelievable, take on a dozen single handed, but much more realistic.
March 3, 2018
Entertaining
Not at all what I except in a book. This is all most a series of short stories which interface to make a book. Has mystery and suspense plus a twist.
Not at all what I except in a book. This is all most a series of short stories which interface to make a book. Has mystery and suspense plus a twist.
August 18, 2024
This book comprises 3 short stories. They are interesting. Brice Bannon is retired coast guard office and part-time bar owner and private detective. He only helps those that appeal to him. Like the 9 1/2 year old boy who rides his bicycle to his bar and hires him to defend him. His mother blames him for eating the cookies. The main part of that story is the mother. She is in hiding and the mob wants her dead. The last story he finds out someone he met in the service is murdered. A page turning story as he delves into this mystery. Recommend. Good read
April 29, 2020
David DeLee is a good storyteller. He just needs a (better) editor/proofreader. This collection of short stories featuring Brice Bannon was action-packed but lacked depth of characters. In all the stories the endings were anti-climactic. The last story in the collection, Blue Charlie Foxtrot, came closest to full character development, but the proofreading errors detracted from the story.
September 12, 2024
Some loose ends
This is my first time reading this author. The reviews I had read compared the lead character to my favorite lead character in another author’s series. There were some parallels, but not the depth of plot or character. Plot loose ends for me were: what happened to the treasure and how the weapon ended up in the possession of the criminal
Overall, the storyline and main character were engaging enough for me to read another book in this series.
This is my first time reading this author. The reviews I had read compared the lead character to my favorite lead character in another author’s series. There were some parallels, but not the depth of plot or character. Plot loose ends for me were: what happened to the treasure and how the weapon ended up in the possession of the criminal
Overall, the storyline and main character were engaging enough for me to read another book in this series.
December 24, 2018
Good
Good and action packed story. Nice character development throughout, although I thought the background of the main characters could have been explored a little deeper. Also the next ff-the-books Department of Homeland Security angle could have been exploited much more.
Good and action packed story. Nice character development throughout, although I thought the background of the main characters could have been explored a little deeper. Also the next ff-the-books Department of Homeland Security angle could have been exploited much more.
April 9, 2019
Facing The Storm
This is a collection of short stories. The hero lives and works in the dead last of NH. As a NH native it intrigued me. I like the heroes, the locale and the dialogue. Will read the sequels.
This is a collection of short stories. The hero lives and works in the dead last of NH. As a NH native it intrigued me. I like the heroes, the locale and the dialogue. Will read the sequels.
April 10, 2019
RECOMMENDED
Facing the Storm, the first book in the Brice Bannon series, introduces Coast Guard Commander
Brice Bannon in several connected short stories. If the rest of the series is as good, it could make
the Must Read List.
Facing the Storm, the first book in the Brice Bannon series, introduces Coast Guard Commander
Brice Bannon in several connected short stories. If the rest of the series is as good, it could make
the Must Read List.
April 16, 2019
This was a couple of short stories and a novella. I like the characters and I'm looking forward to reading more in this series. There is at least one more as the first chapter was appended to the Kindle version of this book.
August 27, 2019
Quick paced action
This book has four short stories and they are fun to read! The main character is a Commander in the U. S. Coast , based in New England. Supporting characters are interesting and well drawn.
Down side for me is only that I prefer a longer book.
This book has four short stories and they are fun to read! The main character is a Commander in the U. S. Coast , based in New England. Supporting characters are interesting and well drawn.
Down side for me is only that I prefer a longer book.
December 9, 2019
Tempered storytelling with the right amount of humor and wry
Action without gratuitous gore, intelligent players who are low key but completely in charge and competent if not extraordinary in the discharge of their duties. Two thumbs up!
Action without gratuitous gore, intelligent players who are low key but completely in charge and competent if not extraordinary in the discharge of their duties. Two thumbs up!
April 5, 2020
Good who done it
This book is a collection of short stories about a former Coast Guard officer turned sometimes private detective. The stories are short and quickly to the action.All the stories were interesting and enjoyable. I will be looking for other books by this author.
This book is a collection of short stories about a former Coast Guard officer turned sometimes private detective. The stories are short and quickly to the action.All the stories were interesting and enjoyable. I will be looking for other books by this author.
June 4, 2020
Discovering Brice Bannon
This book is a great introduction to Brice Bannon. The stories are all good adventures. Quick to read. Filled with interesting characters. I look forward to reading more of his adventures.
This book is a great introduction to Brice Bannon. The stories are all good adventures. Quick to read. Filled with interesting characters. I look forward to reading more of his adventures.
January 11, 2021
Action packed shorts!
An entertaining collection of short stories featuring Brice Bannon.
Will be reading more!
I received a free copy of the book from the author and I am giving you my honest review.
An entertaining collection of short stories featuring Brice Bannon.
Will be reading more!
I received a free copy of the book from the author and I am giving you my honest review.
March 6, 2021
First book I have read by this author. I liked the story and am intrigued with Brice Bannon and Tara. I will definitely read more. I like stories where the bad guys get justice and Brice certainly delivers it. For those who like suspense and action stories this is one for you.
March 12, 2021
Not What It Says on the Box
From the description, I was expecting a book about special operations type stuff. The first bit is, but the rest of the book is Bannon and his friends working as private investigators. It isn’t bad, but not what I was expecting.
From the description, I was expecting a book about special operations type stuff. The first bit is, but the rest of the book is Bannon and his friends working as private investigators. It isn’t bad, but not what I was expecting.
August 6, 2024
This is the first I have read by this author after seeing an article saying ideal for fans of Clive Cussler which I am. Well not what I expected and definitely not in the vein of Cussler. It was good tale more like a couple stitched together. Will give the next one a read to see if it’s any better.
February 27, 2018
You never know who your dealing with.
Several short stories and one story. Good reading and a glimpse into a truely talented author. You'll enjoy the writing.
Several short stories and one story. Good reading and a glimpse into a truely talented author. You'll enjoy the writing.
March 20, 2018
A good read, recommend consideration.
June 18, 2018
Storm
I like Cannon and hope that Mr DeLee will write more about him. I know these were just short stories but I hope he at a longer ones about him. They were awesome.
I like Cannon and hope that Mr DeLee will write more about him. I know these were just short stories but I hope he at a longer ones about him. They were awesome.
June 5, 2019
OK
Clean cut hero, simple plots, and an author who thinks you light up a room with wall 'scones'. A pleasant enough diversion
Clean cut hero, simple plots, and an author who thinks you light up a room with wall 'scones'. A pleasant enough diversion
December 4, 2019
4 short stories introducing Brice Bannon that make me want to read more
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December 9, 2020Gooc
Was a good read . A tad slow at times but over all good. I'm a Clive cuddled fan, so it's hard to compete
Was a good read . A tad slow at times but over all good. I'm a Clive cuddled fan, so it's hard to compete
February 23, 2021
The good guy wins unequivocally in these short, satisfying stories.
October 23, 2021
Interesting read.
Fast read that ended too soon, enjoying the storyline. Looking forward to the rest of the series. Keep them coming.
Fast read that ended too soon, enjoying the storyline. Looking forward to the rest of the series. Keep them coming.
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August 3, 2023
Good Story!
Enjoyed the book immensely. However o thought it was a bit on tie short side. Kind of began and then finished…
Enjoyed the book immensely. However o thought it was a bit on tie short side. Kind of began and then finished…
August 21, 2023
A great collection of short stories, easy to read and great characters.
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