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Omega #2
Double Edged Blade
When SAS vet. Lacklan Walker buries his father at the family graveyard in New England, the last person he expects to see at the funeral is his childhood friend and sweetheart, Marni - the woman who’d killed his father. To make things more complicated, his father’s dying wish was that Lacklan should look after her and protect her. Because Marni is on a mission, a mission to bring down the shadowy organization called Omega, the government within a government, a mission that might just save Mankind. But when Lacklan tracks her down to Tucson, Arizona, his biggest enemy turns out to be his own passion, his own need for redemption. A need that leads him astray and drags him ever deeper, as avenger and executioner, into the cross-border trade in crack cocaine and young Mexican prostitutes. But will his blind hunger for justice drive him to forget his promise to his father? Will it lead him to make the biggest mistake of his life – a mistake that could have disastrous consequences not just for him and Marni, but for the world…?
206 pages, Paperback
Published January 10, 2018
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Blake Banner
151 books392 followersUSA TODAY and Amazon #1 bestselling author of the OMEGA and DEAD COLD MYSTERY series. Learn more about Blake Banner at his website: www.blakebanner.com
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August 29, 2021
If you feel like reading a fast paced, action packed, kill all the baddies book then this is for you!
Lacklan is a man on a mission and anyone who gets in his way dies in one unpleasant way or another. In this book he is still searching for Marni but manages to get distracted by another woman who needs saving from herself. In the process he gets involved in bringing down a drug cartel, saves several women from prostitution and even deals with a few really superior baddies. The death count is huge - I gave up counting.
I enjoyed it anyway but still not as much as the author's Cold Case series. Lacklan is smart and single minded and always helps the underdogs. I am hoping he gets to Marni in the next book!
Lacklan is a man on a mission and anyone who gets in his way dies in one unpleasant way or another. In this book he is still searching for Marni but manages to get distracted by another woman who needs saving from herself. In the process he gets involved in bringing down a drug cartel, saves several women from prostitution and even deals with a few really superior baddies. The death count is huge - I gave up counting.
I enjoyed it anyway but still not as much as the author's Cold Case series. Lacklan is smart and single minded and always helps the underdogs. I am hoping he gets to Marni in the next book!
May 20, 2019
I am really enjoying this series of books 👍
January 8, 2018
Far fetched
The book was good but the action started before I really got into the story. One minute he is looking for a girl who killed his father ,the next he is killing off drug dealers ,what had that to do with main story
The book was good but the action started before I really got into the story. One minute he is looking for a girl who killed his father ,the next he is killing off drug dealers ,what had that to do with main story
April 29, 2018
In the second installment in the Omega series, "Double Edged Blade," author Blake Banner sends his protagonist, special ops vet Lacklan Walker, on a completely new assignment. Walker's a good guy and decides to help somebody out. He's just lost his father and inherited his dad's position in the shadowy Omega group. But he doesn't want it. Omega has frightening long-range plans that involve a vision of the world as a better place with fewer people straining the earth's resources. Before he died, Lacklan's father told his estranged son a little more of the Omega plans and insisted that Lacklan protect his old girlfriend Marni, who's being pursued by Omega. So Walker heads to Arizona with the intention of finding Marni and ends up helping a battered woman. This leads down a rabbit hole where Walker discovers the woman he's trying to help is linked to a boyfriend who is not only a total dirtbag but connected to Mexican cartel members. Rather than leave like anybody else would, Walker solves her problems. But Banner doesn't make it easy. He weaves a compelling tale that never lets up on the suspense, action or mystery. Walker is human. He's not perfect. But he is tough and he works smart. He uses the bad guys against each other.
July 16, 2020
Action Action Action
Did I say action wow this book is filled with it. Lacklan just gets himself involved with more things. First it's looking for his childhood sweetheart who is it isn't involved with Omega a rogue government project. Than he gets himself involved in a drug cartel in mexico. People shot everywhere. Exciting thrilling and yes there is even some romance. Can't wait to read the next book I believe it's The storm.
Did I say action wow this book is filled with it. Lacklan just gets himself involved with more things. First it's looking for his childhood sweetheart who is it isn't involved with Omega a rogue government project. Than he gets himself involved in a drug cartel in mexico. People shot everywhere. Exciting thrilling and yes there is even some romance. Can't wait to read the next book I believe it's The storm.
February 16, 2019
This series is a great example of damaged hero, shoot m up, story line. It's well written, with details about weapons and tactics. There is the requisite evil organization to fight against, but always a secondary set of bad guys that has to be taken out. These aren't high literature, but they are a step above the average brooding tough guy mind candy.
November 30, 2017
Action Packed Read
Have read first two Omega series books and really enjoyed them. The hero has many flaws not least a propensity towards gratuitous violence. But good traits keep appearing making him more likeable so looking forward to next book.
Have read first two Omega series books and really enjoyed them. The hero has many flaws not least a propensity towards gratuitous violence. But good traits keep appearing making him more likeable so looking forward to next book.
December 28, 2017
Quick and interesting book
The book is a quick read. It is quite gory at times, but if that doesn't bother you the book will be enjoyable.
It did open my eyes to global warming if the story line is factual.
I will definitely read the next book.
The book is a quick read. It is quite gory at times, but if that doesn't bother you the book will be enjoyable.
It did open my eyes to global warming if the story line is factual.
I will definitely read the next book.
February 9, 2018
Intriguing mystery continues
I’m sort of confused now. Who are the good guys and who are the bad guys? I looked up the world population and it is now 7 and one half billion. By 2100 it will be 11 billion. So the problems in this book are real. Very scary too.
I’m sort of confused now. Who are the good guys and who are the bad guys? I looked up the world population and it is now 7 and one half billion. By 2100 it will be 11 billion. So the problems in this book are real. Very scary too.
February 18, 2018
Another adrenaline rush
Like the first book in the series full of action and some gruesome killings, mix in a little torture and voila. Now I can't wait to read #3 and some resolution to this storied chase.
Like the first book in the series full of action and some gruesome killings, mix in a little torture and voila. Now I can't wait to read #3 and some resolution to this storied chase.
April 10, 2018
Double edged blade
Different series but interesting in its telling and concept. Bloodthirsty but also deep in the ideas behind the main tale. Hard to believe this part fit the rest but we go on.
Different series but interesting in its telling and concept. Bloodthirsty but also deep in the ideas behind the main tale. Hard to believe this part fit the rest but we go on.
May 17, 2018
Double Edged Blade
Lots of killing and fighting, but it would proved to be a good thing. Lachlan is a strong man of principals of right and wrong. You do want him. Your side. On to book 3
Lots of killing and fighting, but it would proved to be a good thing. Lachlan is a strong man of principals of right and wrong. You do want him. Your side. On to book 3
May 28, 2018
Jack Reacher move over
Tremendous writing coupled with research that boggles the mind makes this read worth every minute. Hard to put down so be prepared to comic the time needed to enjoy this thriller.
Tremendous writing coupled with research that boggles the mind makes this read worth every minute. Hard to put down so be prepared to comic the time needed to enjoy this thriller.
July 22, 2018
Double Edged Blade
This is a fantastic thriller. I can not put this book down . Once I started reading it I did not stop until I finished it . I can't wait to start the last book in the series . Highly recommend this series if you love a good thriller.
This is a fantastic thriller. I can not put this book down . Once I started reading it I did not stop until I finished it . I can't wait to start the last book in the series . Highly recommend this series if you love a good thriller.
December 22, 2018
Omega series book 2.
This series is a thrill ride. It's hard to imagine the next twist in the plot. I am thoroughly enjoying this series and now I'm headed to book 3. Join me on this ride, and you will not be disappointed.
This series is a thrill ride. It's hard to imagine the next twist in the plot. I am thoroughly enjoying this series and now I'm headed to book 3. Join me on this ride, and you will not be disappointed.
September 25, 2020
I like this guys writing but the books plots have become pretty predictable. The hero (Lacklan) is gonna kick ass and take names for a while and just when he looks invincible he screws up, gets captured, endures being tortured, gets away and kicks some more ass. Set the stage for the next volume.
October 16, 2020
Fast paced action
The second book in this series. Lots of non stop action as Lacklan Walker continues to seek the truth about the Omega. I am now starting the third book, The Storm. A well deserved 5 stars
The second book in this series. Lots of non stop action as Lacklan Walker continues to seek the truth about the Omega. I am now starting the third book, The Storm. A well deserved 5 stars
October 28, 2020
Loved it. Love the series. So much action and hard to put down once you start reading it. I am alternating between this series and Dead Cold Mysteries series and having a wonderful time doing it. On to book 3 in Omega.
May 27, 2022
This book is fast paced and a bit convoluted. It becomes easier to read and understand as you get further into the story. The reading itself is enjoyable until it isn't. I feel this story has a good bit too much killing. Hopefully the next story won't be quite as graphic. Still a good read!
January 3, 2018
Awesome read.
Look forward to the next book
Look forward to the next book and looking into more series from Mr. Banner.Hope that they are just as enjoyable.
Look forward to the next book
Look forward to the next book and looking into more series from Mr. Banner.Hope that they are just as enjoyable.
January 8, 2018
Action Packed
If you like reading a novel that keeps you on the edge of your seat which is filled with unpredictable plot twists look no further.
If you like reading a novel that keeps you on the edge of your seat which is filled with unpredictable plot twists look no further.
January 23, 2018
Weak and predictable. Chase the super secret evil organization; get distracted by some other injustice and kill everybody.
February 23, 2018
Great reading
Really fun book. What this guy gets into and out of is fun reading. Looking forward to the next installment
Really fun book. What this guy gets into and out of is fun reading. Looking forward to the next installment
April 1, 2018
Great story, starts off slow but picks up quickly
Looking forward to reading the next book in the series. So far a great storyline has been laid out by banner
Looking forward to reading the next book in the series. So far a great storyline has been laid out by banner
March 19, 2018
Double Edged Blade (Omega. Series Book 2)
Another exciting page turner. This Lachlan character never stops. I really enjoyed this book. I would recommend it to anyone.
Another exciting page turner. This Lachlan character never stops. I really enjoyed this book. I would recommend it to anyone.
March 30, 2018
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Characters are realistic and get better and better. Storyline continues to grow and develop.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Characters are realistic and get better and better. Storyline continues to grow and develop.
June 7, 2018
Thrilling Action Novel
I read this book withinin 2 sittings had me on the line couldn't put it down till it was finished
I read this book withinin 2 sittings had me on the line couldn't put it down till it was finished
July 18, 2018
Another exciting ride with Lacklan
Some strange twists and turns, but Lacklan rumbles along with his own sense of justice. Fun twists and turnswith a little introspection.
Some strange twists and turns, but Lacklan rumbles along with his own sense of justice. Fun twists and turnswith a little introspection.
July 19, 2018
This guy is crazy and I like the story line!! Looking forward to the next one!!
August 25, 2018
Amazing
The first novel series that keeps me engaged and listening and learning. Grateful for this dynamic series. Awesome time of learning and growing. Together as one.
The first novel series that keeps me engaged and listening and learning. Grateful for this dynamic series. Awesome time of learning and growing. Together as one.
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