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Nick Lawrence’s near-death experience while serving overseas had a lasting impact, redirecting his life’s path. Join Nick as he leads a small group of Rangers on a support mission for a CIA operation.

This short story gives a glimpse into the Nick’s early days and the defining moment that guided his decision to join the FBI.

This prequel short story includes a sample of The Camel’s Back, the first full-length novel in the Nick Lawrence series.

58 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 7, 2019

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Brian Christopher Shea

52 books281 followers
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BRIAN CHRISTOPHER SHEA has spent most of his adult life in service to his country and local community. He honorably served as an officer in the U.S. Navy. In his civilian life, he reached the rank of Detective and accrued ten years of law enforcement experience between Texas and Connecticut. Somewhere in the mix he spent five years as a fifth-grade school teacher. Brian’s myriad of life experience is woven into the tapestry of each character’s design. He resides in New England and is blessed with an amazing wife and three beautiful daughters.

Writing has always been a dream, but life seemed to find a way of interrupting. It wasn’t until recently that he dedicated time to this passion. His first book, The Camel’s Back, gave him a much-needed mental break from his work investigating atrocities against children. He allotted time in the morning each day. Usually waking at 5 to bang away on his manuscript. The second round of daily writing would occur after his children were asleep. He proved that working full-time and raising a family were no longer valid excuses to putting off his novel.

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492 reviews18 followers
February 15, 2019
A good short story

This was a good but very short story. But it does as intended giving you the story behind Nick Lawrence
9 reviews1 follower
January 15, 2019
Another hit

Great little short story bringing to life again Nick Laurence, the hero of this on going saga. Each book reveals more about this intriguing character with all of his strengths and flaws. Can’t wait for the next chapter.
19 reviews
January 10, 2019
A great help in understanding the main character.

Another great way to understand the 3 books I've already read. Can't wait to read the next great story. And find out what happens to Nick. Keep the great books coming can' t wait.
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121 reviews2 followers
January 9, 2019
If you’re trying to decide whether or not to read the Nick Lawrence series, this will be a great introduction.
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5,659 reviews28 followers
August 21, 2020
Unkillable (Nick Lawrence #0.5), my fourth read from author Brian Christopher Shea and the first in the Nick Lawrence series. Outstanding military fiction, well-written with characters & plot you can buy into with unexpected twists & turns. I look forward to Kill List (Nick Lawrence #1). I HAVE FOUND A NEW OUTSTANDING AUTHOR and it looks like a new series as well! "I received a free review copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review." (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
6,726 reviews5 followers
November 3, 2022
Entertaining military listening 🎶🔰

Another will written military action adventure thriller short story by Brian Shea (A Nick Lawrence short story). Nick is in Vietnam in the army. He is sent on mission which goes 👎. I would recommend this novella to anyone looking for a quick military action read. Enjoy the adventure of reading or listening to Alexa read books 📚. 2022
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116 reviews
May 4, 2021
Jay And Nick

This story was really good but I really wanted the complete so Brian Shea that was not enough, please finish it love your books.Highly recommend this but it will Leave you wanting more.

Jo A Brown

2,684 reviews12 followers
September 1, 2024
This won’t be their grave!

This was an intense, fast-moving prequel! I wish it had been longer but it said what it needed to say. It’s short but packed with action. It builds from the beginning and culminates in a blaze. I received a free copy but I can’t wait to read this series!
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Author 56 books56 followers
November 7, 2021
A quick intro to a character who will be the central one in more books. I might just read some.
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156 reviews7 followers
November 15, 2021
Short but tells a bit of the background story of Nick & Jay. Anxious for the next installment in this series.
167 reviews
January 18, 2021
Nick forms a relationship

Nick was a great warrior and will come to find his new relationship may prove to be more valuable than ever.
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