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Bite Back #1–3 omnibus
Bite Back Box Set 1: Books 1-3: Sleight of Hand, Hidden Trump, Wild Card: Bite Back Urban Fantasy Thriller featuring Amber Farrell
Take a white-knuckle ride through lethal vampire politics, instinctive werewolf violence and the mysterious, chilling powers of magic.The paranormal world is facing the ticking time bomb of discovery by humanity. The last thing they need is a sharp-witted, ex-Special Forces private investigator with her own problems thrown into the mix...Sleight of Hand For Amber Farrell, post-military life as a PI has its ups and She’s been hit by a truck. She’s being sued by a client. Denver’s newest drug lord just put out a contract on her. The sinister Athanate blood-suckers want her to come in for a friendly chat. And the week's just started. Enter Jennifer rich, gorgeous - a tough businesswoman who’s known for getting what she wants in the boardroom and the bedroom. Someone’s trying to sabotage her new resort and destroy her company - and she wants Amber to find out who. The answers lead Amber past Were and Adepts, right back to the Athanate - and a centuries-old war that could threaten not just Denver, but the nation that Amber swore to protect and serve.Hidden Trump Amber Farrell is coming to terms with being part of the paranormal community, but she’s about to find that includes very dangerous responsibilities for her. Nothing is quite what it seems, least of all Amber herself, and to survive, she must form alliances with powerful groups whose interests are in conflict. Denver is hosting a meeting of the opposing Athanate creeds who are stirring after a hundred years of peace. War between them would be disastrous for everyone, human and paranormal, but it’s Amber who’s being blamed for the troubles in the run-up to the Assembly.Wild Card Amber Farrell is hunting a rogue Were through the secret heart of her home town. Without the help she needs from Denver’s paranormal community, she’s unsure whether she can keep ahead of her own lethal problems long enough to catch the rogue. Any mistake by her could expose the hidden community. Even actions with the best of intentions reveal a terrible price. And every new discovery in the hunt for the rogue seems to change the whole game…Check out the reviews for the individual books or have a look at the sample, you won't want to miss out on this amazing dark Urban Fantasy thriller series.
1479 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 31, 2019
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About the author
Mark Henwick
41 books358 followersI was born in Africa and left out in the sun too often.
After being persuaded that I wasn't going to be able to be a cowboy if I grew up, I got interested in philosophy and psychology. Tending bars proved to me they weren't as much fun as they sounded. While trying to enroll in a class to read Science Fiction full time, I ended up taking an electronic engineering degree which splendidly qualified me to move into marketing. That in turn spawned a late onset career in creative writing.
When not writing, I fly a microlight aircraft, or get muddy on a mountain bike.
I love reading obviously. Urban Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Thrillers, History, Crime, Art, oh nearly everything.
After being persuaded that I wasn't going to be able to be a cowboy if I grew up, I got interested in philosophy and psychology. Tending bars proved to me they weren't as much fun as they sounded. While trying to enroll in a class to read Science Fiction full time, I ended up taking an electronic engineering degree which splendidly qualified me to move into marketing. That in turn spawned a late onset career in creative writing.
When not writing, I fly a microlight aircraft, or get muddy on a mountain bike.
I love reading obviously. Urban Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Thrillers, History, Crime, Art, oh nearly everything.
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March 31, 2021
There was very little sex no romance but lots and lots and don't forget lots of action that Amber never had time for herself let alone her house or relationships
There's a lot going on in this book I don't know how Amber ever breathes . Amber goes from one fight ,mission, investigation, and try to figure out her paranormal entities inside her to managing her house and kin . I personal don't like polyamory relationships but I understand where like vampires would need such relationships . I think Amber had too much on her plate while juggling two relationships. A lot of the words where too big for my little brain so I had to pretend I said the word right in my head I could never try to spell them out. There was too much going on for me I had to pause a lot and try to gather my intelligence to figure out who that person was and what was going on . I probably wouldn't read the rest of this series only because it was way to action packed . I couldn't imagine Amber having any time for life let alone doing what a women needs to do for personal hygiene even to wash her private parts.
There's a lot going on in this book I don't know how Amber ever breathes . Amber goes from one fight ,mission, investigation, and try to figure out her paranormal entities inside her to managing her house and kin . I personal don't like polyamory relationships but I understand where like vampires would need such relationships . I think Amber had too much on her plate while juggling two relationships. A lot of the words where too big for my little brain so I had to pretend I said the word right in my head I could never try to spell them out. There was too much going on for me I had to pause a lot and try to gather my intelligence to figure out who that person was and what was going on . I probably wouldn't read the rest of this series only because it was way to action packed . I couldn't imagine Amber having any time for life let alone doing what a women needs to do for personal hygiene even to wash her private parts.
March 4, 2021
you have gotta to read this series
this has been a roller coaster of a ride from start to finish, not one dead spot anywhere. I’ve been up reading this first set of
books for two nights now and I can truthfully say that You will
be entertained from the moment you start reading. there are
so many wonderful characters and the plot thickens every moment
this has been a roller coaster of a ride from start to finish, not one dead spot anywhere. I’ve been up reading this first set of
books for two nights now and I can truthfully say that You will
be entertained from the moment you start reading. there are
so many wonderful characters and the plot thickens every moment
August 10, 2021
A Fangtastic set of books
Vampire, werewolf and witch. I loved the tensions between the different factions in each group and that none of them trusted each other.
Great characters with realistic situations and lots of action and adventure.
I look forward to the next one 😀
Vampire, werewolf and witch. I loved the tensions between the different factions in each group and that none of them trusted each other.
Great characters with realistic situations and lots of action and adventure.
I look forward to the next one 😀
February 10, 2021
Very good read
Mark is new to me, having been recommended by good friend Maria Barry. She was not wrong. I just bought the next installments in the saga!
Mark is new to me, having been recommended by good friend Maria Barry. She was not wrong. I just bought the next installments in the saga!
February 19, 2020
Amber is cleverly badass
Amber has a great, devious, and somewhat mischievous mind. Great mix of crime noir, fantasy (werewolves, vampires witches), and military action. Great urban fantasy series.
Amber has a great, devious, and somewhat mischievous mind. Great mix of crime noir, fantasy (werewolves, vampires witches), and military action. Great urban fantasy series.
July 27, 2021
Excellent development of characters. I love Amber, the female protagonist. I relate to her wanting to help everyone but feeling totally out of control and unable to fix her own issues. Extreme action, fun relationships.
June 7, 2022
WOW
This the first three books in this series. If you're interested in reading this series there are box set of three books and then there are a second half of this series in a second box set with the next three books in reading order.
This the first three books in this series. If you're interested in reading this series there are box set of three books and then there are a second half of this series in a second box set with the next three books in reading order.
July 15, 2022
Entertaining Military Fantasy
Thoroughly enjoyed this series.. I can't think of a single negative. Really well written, tons of military and paranormal action, great flow, and lots of hooks for future stories. I'll be grabbing the next box set asap!
Thoroughly enjoyed this series.. I can't think of a single negative. Really well written, tons of military and paranormal action, great flow, and lots of hooks for future stories. I'll be grabbing the next box set asap!
May 10, 2021
Awesome read
It is riveting, not a book to put down once you start
Once you think it cant go any worse for the heroine, it does!
It is riveting, not a book to put down once you start
Once you think it cant go any worse for the heroine, it does!
July 6, 2022
Brilliant series! Would recommend it to anyone...
July 10, 2022
Great set of books
I wasn't sure that I would like to series but it was a very good read I recommend these Books
I wasn't sure that I would like to series but it was a very good read I recommend these Books
January 29, 2021
It’s Different
First off, let me say this 1) a darn good story. At its base I think this was about a woman learning to accept who and what she is. I’m pretty unsympathetic about ‘vampire’ stories, but the plot line was good enough for me to finish the trilogy . The world building is excellent, and the treatment of their society shows much more depth than the usual 2-dimensional portrayal.
That said, I do think some warning about the sexual content would be in order. I say this because I feel a number of readers are going to be uncomfortable with the bisexual themes in the book. I agree, given the nature portrayed it was inevitable, but that doesn’t remove the issue. Using RomCon’s heat scale, this series is going to fall into the erotic scale.
First off, let me say this 1) a darn good story. At its base I think this was about a woman learning to accept who and what she is. I’m pretty unsympathetic about ‘vampire’ stories, but the plot line was good enough for me to finish the trilogy . The world building is excellent, and the treatment of their society shows much more depth than the usual 2-dimensional portrayal.
That said, I do think some warning about the sexual content would be in order. I say this because I feel a number of readers are going to be uncomfortable with the bisexual themes in the book. I agree, given the nature portrayed it was inevitable, but that doesn’t remove the issue. Using RomCon’s heat scale, this series is going to fall into the erotic scale.
January 9, 2020
Really good
Amber was in the Army when she was bitten then she joined the Police force then became a P I . She gets mixed up with Wolves and the Athernate wars over territory. She has no idea what she is.
Amber was in the Army when she was bitten then she joined the Police force then became a P I . She gets mixed up with Wolves and the Athernate wars over territory. She has no idea what she is.
February 12, 2020
Good read
All too often, the first book of a series draws you, but, the second or third book loses its way. This series is growing in a good direction. There are sex scenes that aren't written just for titillation. They aren't graphic enough to offend me, but, be aware there is a sex scene with two women. Otherwise, well written and intriguing in its new approach to the paranormal world.
All too often, the first book of a series draws you, but, the second or third book loses its way. This series is growing in a good direction. There are sex scenes that aren't written just for titillation. They aren't graphic enough to offend me, but, be aware there is a sex scene with two women. Otherwise, well written and intriguing in its new approach to the paranormal world.
February 6, 2021
This is an awesome series
Simply, amazingly, awesome. Action, emotion, a fast-paced plot. Real characters you come to live and deeply care about. I love this series and hope it continues for a long, long time. Very highly recommended.
Simply, amazingly, awesome. Action, emotion, a fast-paced plot. Real characters you come to live and deeply care about. I love this series and hope it continues for a long, long time. Very highly recommended.
December 26, 2020
A great new take on Were, Vampires and Witches
This is a very enjoyable series with a different take on the supernatural community. The main characters of Amber, Jen and Alex are good as are all the other characters. The reason I only gave it 4 stars was the endless descriptions of guns which really doesn’t interest me.
This is a very enjoyable series with a different take on the supernatural community. The main characters of Amber, Jen and Alex are good as are all the other characters. The reason I only gave it 4 stars was the endless descriptions of guns which really doesn’t interest me.
November 7, 2022
How many people can fit in one body?
Amber Farrell is a PI, a Private Investigator, in Denver. She’s also an ex- Special Forces operative, an ex-cop, a marshal arts expert, a paranormal, and fighting to NOT become a vampire. Then things get complicate. And the FBI gets involved. And werewolves. And Adepts. And a dashing business woman. And feuding factions of the Athanate. And a rogue serial killer.
Well written, imaginative, compelling paranormal storytelling. Real characters with heart and soul. Layers upon layers of secrets, action, Romance, violence and more. Thoroughly enjoyable.
Amber Farrell is a PI, a Private Investigator, in Denver. She’s also an ex- Special Forces operative, an ex-cop, a marshal arts expert, a paranormal, and fighting to NOT become a vampire. Then things get complicate. And the FBI gets involved. And werewolves. And Adepts. And a dashing business woman. And feuding factions of the Athanate. And a rogue serial killer.
Well written, imaginative, compelling paranormal storytelling. Real characters with heart and soul. Layers upon layers of secrets, action, Romance, violence and more. Thoroughly enjoyable.
October 29, 2023
Excellent series
I loved this high octane paranormal series! I’m on book 7 now and every story gets more complex, digs deeper into the characters, and weaves out the intricate plot lines, with unexpected twists and turns. Often as series progress, the plots get stale and repetitive, but this series keeps on surprising! Lots of violence, sexual situations, and swearing, so not for the faint of heart.
I loved this high octane paranormal series! I’m on book 7 now and every story gets more complex, digs deeper into the characters, and weaves out the intricate plot lines, with unexpected twists and turns. Often as series progress, the plots get stale and repetitive, but this series keeps on surprising! Lots of violence, sexual situations, and swearing, so not for the faint of heart.
October 5, 2024
Awesome urban fantasy
I started reading this series 10 years ago, before I went back to reading my first love, science fiction. I decided to catch up with Amber and company but needed to refresh my memory. Luckily, I could throw money at the author by reading the boxsets in KU, since I own some of the books.
The worldbuilding is amazing, but the stories are dark with a sad body count and graphic violence. There is some humor and some sex. All three books are a definite thrill ride, filled with fascinating, likeable characters and interesting situations. I definitely recommend the Bite Back series to people who enjoy urban fantasy.
I started reading this series 10 years ago, before I went back to reading my first love, science fiction. I decided to catch up with Amber and company but needed to refresh my memory. Luckily, I could throw money at the author by reading the boxsets in KU, since I own some of the books.
The worldbuilding is amazing, but the stories are dark with a sad body count and graphic violence. There is some humor and some sex. All three books are a definite thrill ride, filled with fascinating, likeable characters and interesting situations. I definitely recommend the Bite Back series to people who enjoy urban fantasy.
December 13, 2024
I really enjoyed this series...but I also loved Anita Blake series by Laurell K Hamilton. This is a current day, set in (mostly) the US series that incorporates all of the paranormal types (Vampires, witches, were). Think paranormals + select military groups. The spice is somewhere between mild and medium green chili but the action is continuous. If you like Anita Blake but without so much girlie overthinking, you will love this series.
August 1, 2024
Unexpectedly Good
Just a few words to encourage others to get on board. Non-stop action, good writing, and excitement. Please read and be ready to lose a day or two. Recommended for weekend relax time.
Just a few words to encourage others to get on board. Non-stop action, good writing, and excitement. Please read and be ready to lose a day or two. Recommended for weekend relax time.
August 27, 2024
Better than I thought it would be.
Good character development. Just enough sex to keep things interesting. Well thought out plot lines. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of them.
Good character development. Just enough sex to keep things interesting. Well thought out plot lines. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of them.
November 24, 2024
This was an entertaining read so far. Although I can’t much relate to the character, I liked the world building and the plot to keep me going.
December 3, 2024
Exciting characters, lots of action and the thrills never stop!!!!
May 19, 2025
Great story, great storytelling
Riveting! I couldn’t put it down until I finished it! Now I have to do something to get my wife to talk to me again!
Riveting! I couldn’t put it down until I finished it! Now I have to do something to get my wife to talk to me again!
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