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Gideon Shepherd Thrillers #1
Sheepdog
You can never outrun your past.
Gideon Shepherd, an asset for the shadow organization HALO, is haunted by the ghosts of his past. When his once friend, Victor Gregory—leader of the terrorist group, Black Wolf resurfaces and threatens New York City, Gideon knows what must be done.
Now, with countless lives at stake, Gideon and his team must prevent a catastrophic attack with a next generation weapon.
A weapon he helped perfect.
A weapon Victor is preparing to use.
Facing betrayal, a ruthless enemy, and organizations looking to wipe the slate clean, Gideon and his team will risk it all—to save a city from destruction.
Gideon Shepherd, an asset for the shadow organization HALO, is haunted by the ghosts of his past. When his once friend, Victor Gregory—leader of the terrorist group, Black Wolf resurfaces and threatens New York City, Gideon knows what must be done.
Now, with countless lives at stake, Gideon and his team must prevent a catastrophic attack with a next generation weapon.
A weapon he helped perfect.
A weapon Victor is preparing to use.
Facing betrayal, a ruthless enemy, and organizations looking to wipe the slate clean, Gideon and his team will risk it all—to save a city from destruction.
143 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 2, 2019
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About the author
Orlando A. Sanchez
106 books590 followersOrlando Sanchez has been writing ever since his teens when he was immersed in creating scenarios for playing Dungeon and Dragons with his friends every weekend. An avid reader, his influences are too numerous to list here. Some of the most prominent are: J.R.R. Tolkien, Jim Butcher, Kat Richardson, Terry Brooks, Piers Anthony, Lee Child, George Lucas, Andrew Vachss, and Barry Eisler to name a few in no particular order.
The worlds of his books are urban settings with a twist of the paranormal lurking just behind the scenes and generous doses of magic, martial arts, and mayhem.
Aside from writing, he holds a 2nd and 3rd Dan in two distinct styles of Karate. If not training, he is studying some aspect of the martial arts or martial arts philosophy.
He currently resides in Queens, NY with his family and can often be found in the local Starbucks where most of his writing is done.
Please visit his site at: www.OrlandoASanchez.com for more information about his books and upcoming releases.
The worlds of his books are urban settings with a twist of the paranormal lurking just behind the scenes and generous doses of magic, martial arts, and mayhem.
Aside from writing, he holds a 2nd and 3rd Dan in two distinct styles of Karate. If not training, he is studying some aspect of the martial arts or martial arts philosophy.
He currently resides in Queens, NY with his family and can often be found in the local Starbucks where most of his writing is done.
Please visit his site at: www.OrlandoASanchez.com for more information about his books and upcoming releases.
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October 4, 2019
A full-throttle adrenaline op, from the first chapter to the conclusion. What starts as a simple briefing for a potential assignment to eliminate "the one that got away" instantly explodes into chaos as Shepherd and company dodge bullets and a frame job. All while trying to decipher and hunt a new age WMD that was supposedly decommissioned before completion.
An absolute blast, sometimes literally, from start to finish.
An absolute blast, sometimes literally, from start to finish.
September 4, 2020
Sheepdog:A Gideon Shepherd Thriller-Epis...
Chose a 5 because this was exceptional. I am also a fan of MI, the serie, the characters, as well as their various missions. Your characters are similar, yet totally their own personas. Very refreshing take on special operatives. Thank you for an exciting adventure, looking forward to more antics.
Chose a 5 because this was exceptional. I am also a fan of MI, the serie, the characters, as well as their various missions. Your characters are similar, yet totally their own personas. Very refreshing take on special operatives. Thank you for an exciting adventure, looking forward to more antics.
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I bought this book because I like Mr. Sanchez' other books. Although this not an Urban thriller it certainly can stand on it's own. It is a great story and you can't put it down. I believe Mr. Sanchez proving that can write almost anything he cares to.
I bought this book because I like Mr. Sanchez' other books. Although this not an Urban thriller it certainly can stand on it's own. It is a great story and you can't put it down. I believe Mr. Sanchez proving that can write almost anything he cares to.
November 25, 2021
Gideon Shepherd leads an elite team of misfits, who are tasked with stopping an attack on civilian targets. Unable to trust anyone, they race to stop an old foe and save the day. Good start to a new series and a new direction for Orlando.
June 12, 2025
Sheepdog squad better than Avengers?
This group is so different than what we usually get. But then this is what you want from an undercover or 'black ops' or they just don't exist but are needed group! Very well done. Can we have more of this " Gideon Shepherd" series....
This group is so different than what we usually get. But then this is what you want from an undercover or 'black ops' or they just don't exist but are needed group! Very well done. Can we have more of this " Gideon Shepherd" series....
June 27, 2020
Not my usual genre...
But Orlando got and kept my attention throughout the entire story. Gotta say, I am looking forward to an Episode Two!
But Orlando got and kept my attention throughout the entire story. Gotta say, I am looking forward to an Episode Two!
November 24, 2023
Exciting
A solid covert ops thriller with great characters, A strong plot and a great deal of action and technology, this was an intense thrill ride of a read.
A solid covert ops thriller with great characters, A strong plot and a great deal of action and technology, this was an intense thrill ride of a read.
September 29, 2024
Loved Shepherd’s team!
This was action packed and thrilling. I want more adventures with this team of misfits. I loved all the tech but the earthquakes scared the crap out of me.
This was action packed and thrilling. I want more adventures with this team of misfits. I loved all the tech but the earthquakes scared the crap out of me.
December 30, 2020
Fast paced
It was different from what I expect from Orlando A Sanchez but still a great book. I would recommend it.
It was different from what I expect from Orlando A Sanchez but still a great book. I would recommend it.
February 29, 2020
We need a sequel!!
Thank you, Orlando.! I LOVED this book, your first steps into this genre have definitely paid off. I cannot wait to read the (must happen btw) sequel.
Five stars, very well earned 😊
Thank you, Orlando.! I LOVED this book, your first steps into this genre have definitely paid off. I cannot wait to read the (must happen btw) sequel.
Five stars, very well earned 😊
February 28, 2020
Trust no one
Sheepdog was a roller coaster of dark ops fun. Just a hair over believable, but it works. Anticipating the next story, with a cup of deathwish coffee, which transcends worlds.
Sheepdog was a roller coaster of dark ops fun. Just a hair over believable, but it works. Anticipating the next story, with a cup of deathwish coffee, which transcends worlds.
January 28, 2020
Not his usual genre but still solid fun
I kept waiting for the hand wavium! But it never happened and it wasn’t needed. Good characters and a good story just need a good author and this has all three.
I kept waiting for the hand wavium! But it never happened and it wasn’t needed. Good characters and a good story just need a good author and this has all three.
October 4, 2019
Though this genre may be new to the author, his writing is quick with action, and the technical descriptions are just enough without slowing down the story. Gideon Shepherd and his shadow group have an interesting mix of unique talents and armaments. So when Black Wolf from Gideon's past makes an appearance by destroying areas of New York Gideon's group will be required to use all their talents and toys to stop the worst from happening. I enjoyed reading this story and look forward to more Gideon Shepherd thrillers
October 5, 2019
Thrilling and exciting book that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Sheepdog is a thrilling Black Ops book that is like being thrust in a Mission Impossible episode. Gideon Shepherd and his team race against the clock to try and save the city from the clutches of a terrorist group all the while trying to avoid being blamed for the very crimes they are trying stop. This book is vivid in detail and exciting to read. I highly recommend everyone to start on this adventure. I can't wait for it to continue.
Sheepdog is a thrilling Black Ops book that is like being thrust in a Mission Impossible episode. Gideon Shepherd and his team race against the clock to try and save the city from the clutches of a terrorist group all the while trying to avoid being blamed for the very crimes they are trying stop. This book is vivid in detail and exciting to read. I highly recommend everyone to start on this adventure. I can't wait for it to continue.
October 5, 2019
An action packed story about a top secret team of operatives, protecting the city in ways the police can't. The story grabs your attention right from the beginning. With the opening "audition" going wrong, agents getting killed. There's an intelligent mad man on the loose. And not only the city, but the world is in extreme danger. If he succeed's in obtaining the banned, secret weapon. Think Mission Impossible meets James Bond, with Ethan Hunt leading the team. Without the magic, the author's usual genre. A serious page turner, must read Thriller...
October 9, 2019
Orlando has managed to cross over from paranormal to straight action with an aplomb that few authors can do. Shep is a leader of his own shadow group of protectors that take on the bad guys when no one else can and get away with it. His arch enemy 'Victor' is ready to take on NY and Shep's team are called on and blackmailed into taking him on. Action packed, violence, bloodshed are all part of Orlando's ability to bring his readers the books they want to read. I highly recommend this new series and don't forget that his paranormal genre awaits you on the bookshelves.
October 4, 2019
When the RHINOS, a black opps squad is given the order to take down a rogue agent in NYC, they know it will be a difficult mission. However, when the enemy constantly seems to be one step ahead, and their own allies think they have gone rogue as well, it turns to all out chaos. This is a book different than Orlando's usual Urban Fantasy fare. There is constant action, and a lot of great military style tech. A nice read for a change from my normal reads.
October 7, 2019
Orlando Sanchez delivers us a new action packed adventure in Sheepdog. In a new to him genre, Orlando delivers a fast paced, action packed story. He keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, reading with anticipation as our hero's race through New York City, chasing the bad guys and avoiding the not so good, good guys. Will they save the city from mayhem and destruction? Will they survive? The only way to fund out is to read Sheepdog: A Gideon Shepherd Thriller.
October 6, 2019
First Foray into Action-Thrillers
You would never know that this is his first time writing a full-fledged Action Movie quality Thriller...
This story sucks you in from the get go, and refuses to let you put it down!
This was a mental movie built for the screen in your mind... the imagery was compelling and stunning. A MUST READ.
You would never know that this is his first time writing a full-fledged Action Movie quality Thriller...
This story sucks you in from the get go, and refuses to let you put it down!
This was a mental movie built for the screen in your mind... the imagery was compelling and stunning. A MUST READ.
October 9, 2019
Holy Cow!!
This may not be urban fantasy, but this was definitely a kick-butt book. The action was spot-on, and you are definitely rooting for Shep and his team to get things taken care of and save the day. Congrats to you, Mr. Sanchez, on writing a book outside of your comfort zone and doing an exceptional job. More please!!
This may not be urban fantasy, but this was definitely a kick-butt book. The action was spot-on, and you are definitely rooting for Shep and his team to get things taken care of and save the day. Congrats to you, Mr. Sanchez, on writing a book outside of your comfort zone and doing an exceptional job. More please!!
November 15, 2019
Absolute killer story!
Please, please bring on some more Shep and his Rhinos. This book rocks in terms of plot, pacing, characters and dialog. I cannot offer enough praise. I have read a lot of those authors you list in your end notes, and what you have just produced is absolutely among the best of those storytellers. You should be proud, sir!
Please, please bring on some more Shep and his Rhinos. This book rocks in terms of plot, pacing, characters and dialog. I cannot offer enough praise. I have read a lot of those authors you list in your end notes, and what you have just produced is absolutely among the best of those storytellers. You should be proud, sir!
November 23, 2019
Non-stop action!
Mr. Sanchez has taken a chance with this book and it really paid off. What makes it a success is that you want to learn more about the characters.Their histories, how they came together, etc. All this and an exciting , involving story. Please Orlando, give us more!
Mr. Sanchez has taken a chance with this book and it really paid off. What makes it a success is that you want to learn more about the characters.Their histories, how they came together, etc. All this and an exciting , involving story. Please Orlando, give us more!
October 4, 2019
Brand new series and brand new genre for this author. The story is very high action black ops and a great fun, very quick read. Just, never tell them the odds! The characters are likeable and believable. Very much looking forward to what comes next.
October 6, 2019
Grabs your adrenaline and shakes up your imagination
First book in a new series and a new genre. Knocked it completely out of the park.
Non stop action and exciting relatable characters. I can’t wait to read more
First book in a new series and a new genre. Knocked it completely out of the park.
Non stop action and exciting relatable characters. I can’t wait to read more
October 7, 2019
I really enjoyed this book!
It was funny in places, serious when it needed to be and let us see the personalities on all the major characters without bogging down the story. It is fast paced and interesting. I recommend it highly.
It was funny in places, serious when it needed to be and let us see the personalities on all the major characters without bogging down the story. It is fast paced and interesting. I recommend it highly.
October 10, 2019
Orlando strikes again
This is a different style of story then he normally writes, but I consider it just as good as all that he has written before and look forward to the continuing tales of Shep and team..
This is a different style of story then he normally writes, but I consider it just as good as all that he has written before and look forward to the continuing tales of Shep and team..
October 11, 2019
I loved this book. Kept me enthralled in the action all the way through the book. So much action. Plus I loved the banter between the team members. Course I love anything Orlando Sanchez writes. Looking forward to book 2.
October 13, 2019
The First Non-Magical adventure from Orlando.
A fun foray into straight up action! A new team rises up to keep New York safe, and of course, blow some stuff up. A fast, action packed story that is well worth a read. Give it shot.
A fun foray into straight up action! A new team rises up to keep New York safe, and of course, blow some stuff up. A fast, action packed story that is well worth a read. Give it shot.
December 17, 2019
Good first book, could have used a little bit more meat.
Definitely fast paced, sometime as the expense of the ability to follow everyone going on
Good first book, could have used a little bit more meat.
Definitely fast paced, sometime as the expense of the ability to follow everyone going on
Good first book, could have used a little bit more meat.
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