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Hard Case 14: Cold Harbor
From BERNARD LEE DELEO, author of the Cold Blooded Series, and Rick Cantelli, P.I. Series Still trying to survive what Nick promised his wife would be a combat free Alaska cruise, instead involves the Unholies and John Harding’s Monsters in a mission filled madness of drug runners and human traffickers. Finally ending the vacation from hell, the crews accept an ongoing battle to turn the tide on human trafficking they discovered on the cruise, stemming from Washington State’s liberal Seattle. A gang, luring children from twelve to seventeen years old into sex trafficking, meet the Monsters and Unholies. Meanwhile, New World Order advocates, trying to oust California’s Governor, Florence Brown, learn the consequences of going toe to toe with America’s toughest Governor, and her defenders. A new opponent for John Harding, Indonesian Kadek Maimpo, lures him into a title match at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium for an Australian combat interlude needing Kade’s finned friend, Captain Hook, again for training purposes. ------- "Bernard Lee DeLeo is one of the purest writing talents I have ever had the pleasure of reading - a brilliant writing talent that I can only envy." James Byron Huggins - New York Times Bestselling Author "DeLeo's COLD BLOODED series owns the cutting edge of modern crime fiction. Action, suspense, humor, it's all there! Block out some time, because once you start one of these masterfully written adventures, you won't want to stop. I had to tear myself away to get some sleep!" Andrew Peterson, bestselling author of the Nathan McBride Series
273 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 24, 2019
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About the author
Bernard Lee DeLeo
111 books92 followersBorn and raised in Warren, Ohio, Mr. DeLeo writes Pulp Fiction in many genres. Seventy of his novels are available on the Amazon marketplace and are free for Kindle Unlimited members. He served aboard the USS Ranger (CVA61) from 1969 until November of 1972. After the Navy, he earned an AA degree in Auto Technology from Chabot College in Hayward, CA, and a BA degree in English from Cal State Hayward.
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December 25, 2019
“Cold Harbor”, Hard Case 1 Another Great Read
The series continues and the “Monsters” & “Unholies” continue doing what they do best.
I’m particularly enjoying vicariously watching the antics of “Kade” and the parental angst dealing with teenage hormones.
As always, “Pulp Fiction” at its finest.
Highly Recommended to all Puip Fiction Thriller aficionados.
Thank you Bernard Lee DeLeo. Next please.
The series continues and the “Monsters” & “Unholies” continue doing what they do best.
I’m particularly enjoying vicariously watching the antics of “Kade” and the parental angst dealing with teenage hormones.
As always, “Pulp Fiction” at its finest.
Highly Recommended to all Puip Fiction Thriller aficionados.
Thank you Bernard Lee DeLeo. Next please.
December 26, 2019
Wow Just Wow--Just When you think that Mr.Deleo cant write anything better than he already has--out come Hard Case 14--non stop action and excitement and will make anyone really think about whats going on.Great storytelling mixed in with the growth of the charactors--including the maturity of the younger kids and put it all together for a great read!Cant Wait for the next one to come out--in all his series!
December 27, 2019
Another great read
As always , when you finish it leaves you impatiently waiting for the next installment of action, stand up for America, and of course captain hook. We see the young teens struggling with adult feelings in 13 year olds. The crews take on human trafficking and of course the politicals selling out for money. And let's not forget the humor.
As always , when you finish it leaves you impatiently waiting for the next installment of action, stand up for America, and of course captain hook. We see the young teens struggling with adult feelings in 13 year olds. The crews take on human trafficking and of course the politicals selling out for money. And let's not forget the humor.
January 22, 2020
I've read all John Harding books, 1 thru 14.
I really enjoy the multitude of characters!
All of the books have exciting confrontations with many bad people leaving them decimated!
Many of the plots relate to present times. The characters all display patriotism that is unmatched!!
I really enjoy the multitude of characters!
All of the books have exciting confrontations with many bad people leaving them decimated!
Many of the plots relate to present times. The characters all display patriotism that is unmatched!!
December 26, 2019
Excellent
The beginning of the story was a little disappointing, and honestly that is the first time I hacw6ever criticized any of the author's books. But after they got off the cruise things got back to normal, and I could stop complaining.
The beginning of the story was a little disappointing, and honestly that is the first time I hacw6ever criticized any of the author's books. But after they got off the cruise things got back to normal, and I could stop complaining.
December 27, 2019
No worries!!
Another book of good people defending America and fighting the good fight. I always enjoy hearing from my favorite monsters and unholies. What could be better than friends and family, not family by blood but family by bind?
Another book of good people defending America and fighting the good fight. I always enjoy hearing from my favorite monsters and unholies. What could be better than friends and family, not family by blood but family by bind?
January 8, 2020
Another Great Fun Adventure
This series is one of my favorites, enjoy the adventure, characters and relationships. Just wish they could be written as fast as I can read them. Keep up the great work!
This series is one of my favorites, enjoy the adventure, characters and relationships. Just wish they could be written as fast as I can read them. Keep up the great work!
December 30, 2019
Love it
Haha, beautiful writing. I enjoy it very much. I wait for the next also of Nick and the Adam family.
Haha, beautiful writing. I enjoy it very much. I wait for the next also of Nick and the Adam family.
January 23, 2020
A very entertaining book in a great series. Lots of action and humor with Captain Hook and Kade. Was sorry to reach the end. Hoping that a new book will come out soon
January 28, 2020
Hard Case 14
As always Bernard paint a story Technicolor full auditor dream escape. I cannot get enough of this series. Or any of his series each one a different world to enjoy
As always Bernard paint a story Technicolor full auditor dream escape. I cannot get enough of this series. Or any of his series each one a different world to enjoy
March 28, 2020
Not the best one
Too much on the teen sex aspect, move on! Get back to the crew cleaning house and making America great.
Too much on the teen sex aspect, move on! Get back to the crew cleaning house and making America great.
January 22, 2020
Action, adventure and humor
The Alaskan cruise uncovers a massive human trafficking and drug operation which spoils the expected vacation and relaxation time for Nick, John, and their families and crews. Nevertheless it opens the door to a new mission which involves everyone working together toward a successful conclusion.
Governor Flo Brown is targeted for assassination, Chinatown is crippled by a protection scheme, a deserving politician buys the farm, the teens go wild, another UFC match, whatever you're looking for, it's probably here.
When you have the Unholy Trio, the Monster Squad, and Captain Hook together, you can count on being entertained.
57
The Alaskan cruise uncovers a massive human trafficking and drug operation which spoils the expected vacation and relaxation time for Nick, John, and their families and crews. Nevertheless it opens the door to a new mission which involves everyone working together toward a successful conclusion.
Governor Flo Brown is targeted for assassination, Chinatown is crippled by a protection scheme, a deserving politician buys the farm, the teens go wild, another UFC match, whatever you're looking for, it's probably here.
When you have the Unholy Trio, the Monster Squad, and Captain Hook together, you can count on being entertained.
57
September 13, 2020
Another blockbuster John and Nick story!
The guys have a great time cleaning up gangs, human traffickers, etc. DeLeo is non stop action from beginning to end with a lot of humor thrown in. Best line: Clint's comment to Nick that he owes him because he made him have to clean his gun. The teens are a handful and Kade is getting better each book. Keep the stories coming. Can't wait for Cold Case 13!
The guys have a great time cleaning up gangs, human traffickers, etc. DeLeo is non stop action from beginning to end with a lot of humor thrown in. Best line: Clint's comment to Nick that he owes him because he made him have to clean his gun. The teens are a handful and Kade is getting better each book. Keep the stories coming. Can't wait for Cold Case 13!
June 12, 2022
First read 2019. Re-read 2020 during covid pandemic. Amusing. Reread June, 2022.
October 15, 2025
Like always!! EXCELLENT!!!
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