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When they push too far, all you can do is unleash hell.

Elite assassin Reed Montgomery’s private feud with a former employer has spun completely out of control, and it’s cost him almost everything. After the woman he loves vanishes, one of his oldest friends is brutally murdered, and the criminal underworld is unleashed against him, Reed is left with only one option—embrace the carnage.

He’ll begin with the mercenaries responsible for his friend’s murder, and then he’ll follow the chain right to the top…

No matter where it leads.

No matter what it costs.

This is war.

Total War is the third book in the action-packed Reed Montgomery series. If you're hungry for edge-of-your-seat action and suspense that will keep you up at night, you're going to love this powerhouse thriller from Logan Ryles. Download Total War today and keep the thrills coming!

174 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 15, 2019

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About the author

Logan Ryles

83 books186 followers
Logan Ryles is the author of more than two dozen thrillers, including the bestselling Mason Sharpe and Prosecution Force series. Known for stories that hit like a freight train, his novels deliver cinematic pacing, grit, and tightly woven plots that have earned him a global readership. With over 800,000 copies sold and translations reaching the German market, Ryles’s work resonates with fans of Lee Child, Vince Flynn, and David Baldacci.

His path to writing full-time was anything but ordinary: from running a sawmill to driving for Uber to working in finance, he eventually returned to his lifelong passion for storytelling—a dream he began pursuing at just fourteen years old.

A native of the South, Ryles lives in coastal Alabama with his wife, Annie, and their two dogs, where he continues to write high-octane adventures rooted in faith, grit, and a love of the genre.

Learn more about Logan and his books at Logan’s website: www.loganryles.com

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865 reviews74 followers
September 4, 2023
This series is getting better with each book (so far). The plot is finally coming together so I will continue with the next in the series. Again, lot's of action and certainly not boring.
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1,710 reviews15 followers
February 6, 2021
If you have been following along with this series, you know that Reed has lost pretty much everything he cared about, including Banks. He found out he had been betrayed when he tried to retire. He doesn't want to retire anymore. He needs to find Banks, because her life is in danger and he wants to deal justice to those responsible. Banks wants to know the truth about why her godfather was killed. The story continues into Book #4. There are just too many bad guys that need taken care of.
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96 reviews1 follower
December 12, 2021
Volume 3 is a continuation of the story in the first two. Volume 4 will be the next extension. In this book, more backstory is added to what is essentially a story of violent revenge. The character of the Wolf makes a guest appearance, with revenge also on his mind. The story is told well enough to keep me reading on, but it sure would nice to read a story that manages to contain itself to one volume.
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352 reviews4 followers
November 17, 2020
Another 5 Stars

The story continues at a very fast pace. These hard to put down books just continue to captivate me. I will now start on book 4, Smoke and Mirrors - 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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366 reviews6 followers
March 18, 2021
Chapter 11

Very good action series, but a real misstep starting in Chapter 11 here. A ridiculous plot twist there, then suddenly the story turns into a National Treasure takeoff. Also at 200 pages, this one is more of a novella.
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April 29, 2021
Total War

Enjoyed the read. Looking forward to the next in series. Reed is indestructible, and focused on his mission. Would recommend the series to all Kindle readers who loke reading thrillers
201 reviews
June 16, 2021
Didn't enjoy this book, found it very frustrating there was no conclusion. It felt like a book
that's published before its finished. With only 226 pages its a bit short for a novel/book.
Chapter 11 was just stupid. I'll not be reading anymore in this series.
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222 reviews
December 5, 2021
Got me glued

Move aside Reacher someone is taking over this guy is great full of action always on the move ,already on to the fourth book keeping me awake and away from the snowy weather onwards and upwards on to book five
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616 reviews
April 29, 2022
an adventure to read

Reed Montgomery is a professional assassin, and his life has gone sideways. The people who hired him want him dead. And vice versa.
I was unable to put this book down.
269 reviews
December 18, 2022
talk about fast paced….

Well….this is my third Reed Mont book….I started reading this last night…tonight I’m done…wow what a ride…brilliant brutal…love the interaction with the Wolf…interesting to see how that turns out….RM 4 please….thank you Mr Author….
85 reviews
July 22, 2023
What a twister

Brilliant, the chase continues. The plot thickens, well written, great story, very realistic.Great stand alone story but I recommend the series , following Reed from the beginning. Takes you completely out of the everyday into a whole new world.
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919 reviews
May 3, 2025
Another crackling good story in the saga of Reed Montgomery, hired assassin. My only criticism is that the book is too short. We know that Reed is a good guy at heart, and to win the heart of his love, Banks, he will have to prove it. Next installment, here I come!
559 reviews6 followers
January 19, 2021
Great follow up to Books one and two. Good storyling
and growth of main character
324 reviews6 followers
January 20, 2021
A really nice read with a good protagonist. Unfortunately there in no conclusion to the story line in sight. Another cliffhanger. Hate when authors do that.
59 reviews
April 16, 2021
Very confusing

The author and an editor is desperately needed for this work! The plot was very confusing to determine! Both MC and minor needed work!
2 reviews
November 20, 2021
Reed fails too much.

His impending disasters are predictable. He needs to live up to your hype. Maybe he needs a mentor to show how its done.





4 reviews
May 25, 2022
Reed Montgomery

Great read. Multiple story lines and well written. If you are a fan of Cap Daniels, you'll like Logan Ryles!!
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18 reviews
November 6, 2022
Own with the war!!!

Reed is in an impossible situation. Only with skill and wit, will he succeed? A great problem that only he can overcome...
94 reviews
November 30, 2022
Fast action passed events

Read your toes to tingling adventures with Reed. What's next within this thread and cast of characters. It's got me guessing.
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20 reviews3 followers
October 18, 2019
Logan Ryles picks up the pace in book 3 in the Reed Montgomery series. The non stop action continues and new plot twists unfold and we learn more about Reed’s past and what links his past and his current troubles.
352 reviews4 followers
January 4, 2021
The story continues at a very fast pace. These hard to put down books just continue to captivate me. I will now start book 4, Smoke and Mirrors - 5 Stars⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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