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Tanner #5
The Life & Death Of Cody Parker
In the town of Stark, Texas, Tanner faces ghosts from his past, as he tries to keep history from repeating itself.
- GenresThriller
222 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 30, 2015
736 people are currently reading
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About the author
Remington Kane
252 books127 followersRemington Kane is an American author that writes action-packed thrillers. The author might be unfamiliar to some people because Remington Kane is actually a pseudonym for Donald Wells.
Donald Wells has garnered a reputation for writing darker and somewhat serious novels about killers. The author was born in New Jersey. He never really left and has since made a home there. Like most of his peers, Donald Wells was an avid reader as a child.
He spent many an hour devouring every book he came across. And it wasn’t long before he began to yearn for the chance to write. Like many aspiring authors, Donald Wells knew he had the capacity to tell stories. However, he was a little hesitant to venture into such uncharted waters, not only because he didn’t know where to start with regards to writing a book but also because he didn’t have confidence in his own ability to produce compelling fiction.
Again, like most notable authors, Donald meandered about for a while. Rather than going into publishing the first chance he got, Donald tried his hand at various odd jobs. He worked as an insurance salesman, a Real Estate Sales person, and even a Retail manager.
The jobs, though seemingly meaningless in the grand scheme of things, did wonders for the author’s writing capabilities. Whether he was driving trucks or cleaning floors, Donald gained insight into the workings of the world.
He met unexpected people and heard their intriguing stories. He came across numerous strange encounters and even participated in some of them. He essentially dipped into so many unique aspects of life that it came as no surprise that he had more than enough stories rattling around his head when it finally came time to write his first novel.
Not that many authors can claim to have been offered a chance to act as bodyguard to a drug dealer. Since getting his first book sold, though, Donald has finally settled in his career. The author loves writing novels and there is nothing he else he would rather be doing. The fact that he has found a way to make money out of his passion makes him one of the luckier individuals in the world.
By the time Donald Wells began writing as Remington Kane, he had already become established as a novelist with numerous thrillers under his name. However, writing as Remington practically took over his life.
This is because Donald has achieved more success writing as Remington Kane than he did producing novels under his real name. Kane is best known for the Tanner series of novels. Tanner is a hit man who accepts a job to take out a mob boss.
When he is betrayed and thrown into prison, Tanner thinks of little else besides getting revenge. And once he finally gets his freedom, the hit man becomes a one man army, engaging in a brutal way against a crime organization known as the Conglomerate.
Each new book sees Tanner raising the stakes by finding a new target that will sting the Conglomerate in ways they couldn’t possibly fathom.
Remington Kane has been praised for the Tanner novels because Tanner is such a refreshing hero. The protagonist is so average physically, devoid of the exaggerated traits that most action heroes seem to bear. If not for his natural fighting and survival instincts, one would be hard pressed to tell Tanner apart from any other ordinary man on the street.
Donald Wells has garnered a reputation for writing darker and somewhat serious novels about killers. The author was born in New Jersey. He never really left and has since made a home there. Like most of his peers, Donald Wells was an avid reader as a child.
He spent many an hour devouring every book he came across. And it wasn’t long before he began to yearn for the chance to write. Like many aspiring authors, Donald Wells knew he had the capacity to tell stories. However, he was a little hesitant to venture into such uncharted waters, not only because he didn’t know where to start with regards to writing a book but also because he didn’t have confidence in his own ability to produce compelling fiction.
Again, like most notable authors, Donald meandered about for a while. Rather than going into publishing the first chance he got, Donald tried his hand at various odd jobs. He worked as an insurance salesman, a Real Estate Sales person, and even a Retail manager.
The jobs, though seemingly meaningless in the grand scheme of things, did wonders for the author’s writing capabilities. Whether he was driving trucks or cleaning floors, Donald gained insight into the workings of the world.
He met unexpected people and heard their intriguing stories. He came across numerous strange encounters and even participated in some of them. He essentially dipped into so many unique aspects of life that it came as no surprise that he had more than enough stories rattling around his head when it finally came time to write his first novel.
Not that many authors can claim to have been offered a chance to act as bodyguard to a drug dealer. Since getting his first book sold, though, Donald has finally settled in his career. The author loves writing novels and there is nothing he else he would rather be doing. The fact that he has found a way to make money out of his passion makes him one of the luckier individuals in the world.
By the time Donald Wells began writing as Remington Kane, he had already become established as a novelist with numerous thrillers under his name. However, writing as Remington practically took over his life.
This is because Donald has achieved more success writing as Remington Kane than he did producing novels under his real name. Kane is best known for the Tanner series of novels. Tanner is a hit man who accepts a job to take out a mob boss.
When he is betrayed and thrown into prison, Tanner thinks of little else besides getting revenge. And once he finally gets his freedom, the hit man becomes a one man army, engaging in a brutal way against a crime organization known as the Conglomerate.
Each new book sees Tanner raising the stakes by finding a new target that will sting the Conglomerate in ways they couldn’t possibly fathom.
Remington Kane has been praised for the Tanner novels because Tanner is such a refreshing hero. The protagonist is so average physically, devoid of the exaggerated traits that most action heroes seem to bear. If not for his natural fighting and survival instincts, one would be hard pressed to tell Tanner apart from any other ordinary man on the street.
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April 18, 2020
Better than some of the earlier Tanner thrillers. This one splits the story between current time and an earlier time for Tanner. Heavy body count.
December 7, 2019
Wow. 'The Life & Death of Cody Parker' really hit me in the feels. The whole story line had me glued to the pages and I had a hard time putting it down. I loved the way Mr. Kane took me back to face Tanner's demons. So much happened that really put a force into action and lead Tanner into what and who he is. Truly a great read. I look forward to reading more. A definite must add to your tbr list.
September 10, 2018
Wow, was not expecting that plot reveal!
Tanner, the one we know, is really
Tanner, the one we know, is really
November 26, 2020
Good Good Stuff!!
To say I was not expecting this turn in the story was like mind boggling! The writer finally gives us the back and birth story on Tanner. This was not only written well but the switching back and forth between the past and the present was done so very effortlessly. This was every thing and then some.
To say I was not expecting this turn in the story was like mind boggling! The writer finally gives us the back and birth story on Tanner. This was not only written well but the switching back and forth between the past and the present was done so very effortlessly. This was every thing and then some.
May 3, 2023
Best Twist Ending Ever
Even if u read none of the other books in the series or aren’t particularly interested in the genre….
This book is still worth reading to get to the twisty of twists that I’ve come across, it’s not just intriguing or surprising, it’s deeply satisfying.
It’s a well written, well polished book, so enjoy waiting for the big reveal.
Recommend to any Reader.
Even if u read none of the other books in the series or aren’t particularly interested in the genre….
This book is still worth reading to get to the twisty of twists that I’ve come across, it’s not just intriguing or surprising, it’s deeply satisfying.
It’s a well written, well polished book, so enjoy waiting for the big reveal.
Recommend to any Reader.
April 18, 2019
The Life & Death of Cody Parker
Great reading book loving the series so far. Have this book a 5 stars rating.
Will be recommending this book, series and author to friends and family.
Great reading book loving the series so far. Have this book a 5 stars rating.
Will be recommending this book, series and author to friends and family.
June 21, 2020
Interesting but confusing
The Life and Death of Cody Parker was very interesting, but the way it went between past and present was confusing. I enjoyed it over all but I had to re-read multiple pages to see where I was at.
The Life and Death of Cody Parker was very interesting, but the way it went between past and present was confusing. I enjoyed it over all but I had to re-read multiple pages to see where I was at.
June 27, 2020
Cool book it's good to learn more about Tanners origins and the legend.
Skipping between timeframes was interesting going back to see the history with obvious mirrors to the present. Overall an enjoyable book with no insecure flag waving rednecks. Refreshing.
Skipping between timeframes was interesting going back to see the history with obvious mirrors to the present. Overall an enjoyable book with no insecure flag waving rednecks. Refreshing.
July 9, 2021
Great homecoming for Tanner
Another winning story of Tanner! This tells us the true orgin and why and how he became Tanner! Was simple and enjoyable, fast paced and fills in a lot of answers!
Another winning story of Tanner! This tells us the true orgin and why and how he became Tanner! Was simple and enjoyable, fast paced and fills in a lot of answers!
September 4, 2022
Good book, but I don't care for those that keep going back and forth between present time and previous time; it gets a bit confusing. I almost decided there was way too much killing and it was spoiling the feeling of the book until the twist at the end. Because of that, 5 stars.
June 23, 2024
Life and Death: Book 5
An interesting story of how Tanner 7 came to be. I enjoyed the book although it was confusing with the many characters and the storyline of present and past that intertwined.
An interesting story of how Tanner 7 came to be. I enjoyed the book although it was confusing with the many characters and the storyline of present and past that intertwined.
August 15, 2017
Rollicking good read
My rating is based on three being good. four excellent and five outstanding.
I'm enjoying the Tanner series especially the twist in this one.
My rating is based on three being good. four excellent and five outstanding.
I'm enjoying the Tanner series especially the twist in this one.
September 27, 2018
Exciting as usual with one big twist close to the end. So much so, I had to go back and read it again to be sure of what I read the first time.
April 24, 2022
Awesome remarkable fantastic emotional
October 29, 2022
good action thriller
sort of origin story...
sort of origin story...
April 4, 2023
Origin Story
I enjoyed learning about Tanner. It was very interesting! Good action in this book and twists as well. Excited to see what comes next.
I enjoyed learning about Tanner. It was very interesting! Good action in this book and twists as well. Excited to see what comes next.
August 23, 2024
Things are not always what they seem. With a big reveal at the end.
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October 10, 2024Amazing!
A strong plot with plenty of action and suspense. An enjoyable main character you really want to pull for. Looking for more.
A strong plot with plenty of action and suspense. An enjoyable main character you really want to pull for. Looking for more.
March 17, 2025
Can't stop
Can't stop reading the book and the series continues. Looking to see what is going to happen in the next book.
Can't stop reading the book and the series continues. Looking to see what is going to happen in the next book.
October 13, 2025
great twist
Five books in, a few things make better sense. This is a great series - fast, furious, and sometimes even a little humor.
Five books in, a few things make better sense. This is a great series - fast, furious, and sometimes even a little humor.
February 21, 2017
Finally
We find out more about Tanner. I won't spoil it but this is a great story and the parallel story is better. Read on...
We find out more about Tanner. I won't spoil it but this is a great story and the parallel story is better. Read on...
July 30, 2016
The Life & Death of Cody Parker (a Tanner novel #5)
Remington Kane introduces you, the reader, to a young man whom Tanner meet back in the 90's and ties whatever happened then to actual events happening at the present time. Thanks to Tanner's escape via a train that passed under a pedestrian bridge giving a wounded Tanner the chance to jump into a railcar full of sand allowing him to evade the law and Sara. He further escapes by jumping into another railroad car of a train going the opposite direction. Then, he ends up back in Texas, back where he had been in the 90's. What he finds, only time has changed, the problems are the same. His unique skills are needed again. This is one story you won't want to miss. Thanks for letting me get to know Cody Parker.
Remington Kane introduces you, the reader, to a young man whom Tanner meet back in the 90's and ties whatever happened then to actual events happening at the present time. Thanks to Tanner's escape via a train that passed under a pedestrian bridge giving a wounded Tanner the chance to jump into a railcar full of sand allowing him to evade the law and Sara. He further escapes by jumping into another railroad car of a train going the opposite direction. Then, he ends up back in Texas, back where he had been in the 90's. What he finds, only time has changed, the problems are the same. His unique skills are needed again. This is one story you won't want to miss. Thanks for letting me get to know Cody Parker.
August 14, 2015
Another great read!
I continue to enjoy the exploits of Tanner, his relationships, his no nonsense, logical approach to life. Tanner is refreshing to me, he continues to inspire me to carry on, despite the nonsense one faces on a daily basis. Thank you, Tanner. I cannot wait to continue following this series, thank you.
I continue to enjoy the exploits of Tanner, his relationships, his no nonsense, logical approach to life. Tanner is refreshing to me, he continues to inspire me to carry on, despite the nonsense one faces on a daily basis. Thank you, Tanner. I cannot wait to continue following this series, thank you.
April 23, 2016
Must read
I appreciated that Kane gave us Tanner's back story in this book. Even though Tanner (we learn who he really is) is a cold blooded killer I couldn't help but fall in love with him, and find myself holding my breath while rooting him on. I hope he kills that bitch Sara!!
I appreciated that Kane gave us Tanner's back story in this book. Even though Tanner (we learn who he really is) is a cold blooded killer I couldn't help but fall in love with him, and find myself holding my breath while rooting him on. I hope he kills that bitch Sara!!
July 10, 2015
Book #5 ...... Best yet
This is by far the best Tanner novel to date. Explains a lot of Tanners past. This book has plenty of action and suspense and the last few chapters were the best. Enjoy it.
This is by far the best Tanner novel to date. Explains a lot of Tanners past. This book has plenty of action and suspense and the last few chapters were the best. Enjoy it.
August 7, 2015
Best Yet
This is by far the most believable and best written so far.The story line is brilliant and the hero is less like a superman and more realistic.
Really looking forward to the next instalment.
This is by far the most believable and best written so far.The story line is brilliant and the hero is less like a superman and more realistic.
Really looking forward to the next instalment.
July 10, 2015
Love it!
Well you already know what I'm going to say lol I have to go get the next book, see you soon! Oh and go buy these books!
Well you already know what I'm going to say lol I have to go get the next book, see you soon! Oh and go buy these books!
July 18, 2015
Great book!
This was a really great read. It left a question unanswered, which bothered me a bit, but still a good story. Nice twist. I recommend to those who like a good thriller.
This was a really great read. It left a question unanswered, which bothered me a bit, but still a good story. Nice twist. I recommend to those who like a good thriller.
September 21, 2015
Oooo back story - love it
February 10, 2016
Background revealed
This story is where we find out some of Tanner's background. Lots of excitement, and violence, and sadness with an interesting ending.
This story is where we find out some of Tanner's background. Lots of excitement, and violence, and sadness with an interesting ending.
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