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John Milton #16-18
The John Milton Series: Books 16-18
John Milton is back in the sixth omnibus edition in the million-selling series.This digital box set contains the sixteenth, seventeenth and eighteenth Man Who Never John Milton is used to operating in the shadows, weaving his way through dangerous places behind a fake identity. Now, to avenge the death of a close friend, he must wear his mask of deception once more.Killa John Milton has a nose for trouble. He can smell it a mile away. And when he witnesses a suspicious altercation between a young man and two thugs in a car auction parking lot, he can’t resist getting Milton is in search of a new identity, but, on the way to visiting a contact in Bali, he comes across an innocent drug smuggler who needs his help.What Critics Say About Mark Dawson--“Mark Dawson’s John Milton books are sharper than a stiletto. If you’ve run out of Lee Child books, Mark Dawson is your man. Absolutely brilliant.” - Matt Nixson, Books Editor, Mail on Sunday--"A literary sensation." - The Daily Telegraph--"Dawson writes the kind of thrillers I love. Non-stop, grab-you-by-the-throat tales of doing the right thing no matter the odds. Simply excellent." - USA Today bestselling author Brett Battles--"It’s impossible not to think of Lee Child’s super-selling Jack Reacher." - The Times--"Mark Dawson has all the skills. A great thriller writer on the top of his game." - Sunday Times bestselling author Steve Cavanagh--"Dawson maintains the reader’s interest throughout and the pages turning. It is easy to see why he has found such a big readership. He deserves it." - Crime Fiction Lover
- GenresThriller
1411 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 5, 2021
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Mark Dawson
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Mark Dawson was born in Lowestoft and grew up in Manchester and Chicago. He has worked as a lawyer and currently works in the London film industry. His first books, "The Art of Falling Apart" and "Subpoena Colada" have been published in multiple languages.
He is currently writing two series. Soho Noir is set in the West End of London between 1940 and 1970. The first book in the series, "The Black Mile", deals with the (real life but little known) serial killer who operated in the area during the Blitz. "The Imposter" traces the journey of a criminal family (think The Sopranos in austerity London and you'd be on the right track).
The John Milton series features a disgruntled special agent who aims to help people to make amends for the terrible things that he has done. Mark, as a child of the 80s, will freely admit that he watched a lot of The Equalizer in his youth.
Mark lives in Wiltshire with his family.
You can find him at www.markjdawson.com or www.facebook.com/markdawsonauthor.
http://eepurl.com/Cai5X
Mark Dawson was born in Lowestoft and grew up in Manchester and Chicago. He has worked as a lawyer and currently works in the London film industry. His first books, "The Art of Falling Apart" and "Subpoena Colada" have been published in multiple languages.
He is currently writing two series. Soho Noir is set in the West End of London between 1940 and 1970. The first book in the series, "The Black Mile", deals with the (real life but little known) serial killer who operated in the area during the Blitz. "The Imposter" traces the journey of a criminal family (think The Sopranos in austerity London and you'd be on the right track).
The John Milton series features a disgruntled special agent who aims to help people to make amends for the terrible things that he has done. Mark, as a child of the 80s, will freely admit that he watched a lot of The Equalizer in his youth.
Mark lives in Wiltshire with his family.
You can find him at www.markjdawson.com or www.facebook.com/markdawsonauthor.
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February 2, 2023
Good read
How many books are in this series? Although the books are by quasi-stand alones and each book is different, I have been enjoying each book. Definitely recommend.
How many books are in this series? Although the books are by quasi-stand alones and each book is different, I have been enjoying each book. Definitely recommend.
June 8, 2026
4 Stars
…He considers himself an artisan. A craftsman. His trade is murder.
Milton is the man the government sends after you when everything else has failed. Ruthless. Brilliant. Anonymous. Lethal. You wouldn't pick him out of a crowd but you wouldn't want to be on his list. But now, after ten years, he's had enough - there's blood on his hands and he wants out. Trouble is, this job is not one you can just walk away from…
The John Milton Series by Mark Dawson brims with gripping action, moral complexity, and emotional depth – and kept me engrossed right from the very first page.
John Milton is a former government assassin who has walked away from a life of sanctioned killing, now burdened by guilt and haunted by the ghosts of his past. Instead of disappearing into obscurity, Milton sets out on a personal mission to help those in desperate need, often putting himself in harm’s way to right wrongs and protect the vulnerable.
Mr. Dawson has a great knack for balancing high-octane action with moments of quiet humanity. Milton isn’t a flawless hero - he’s a man wrestling with his conscience, battling insomnia, and trying to atone for the blood on his hands. This vulnerability makes him relatable, even as he navigates dangerous situations with the precision of a seasoned operative.
Perfect for readers who enjoy thrillers with a lone-wolf protagonist, morally grey dilemmas, and a strong emotional undercurrent.
Happy Reading…
…He considers himself an artisan. A craftsman. His trade is murder.
Milton is the man the government sends after you when everything else has failed. Ruthless. Brilliant. Anonymous. Lethal. You wouldn't pick him out of a crowd but you wouldn't want to be on his list. But now, after ten years, he's had enough - there's blood on his hands and he wants out. Trouble is, this job is not one you can just walk away from…
The John Milton Series by Mark Dawson brims with gripping action, moral complexity, and emotional depth – and kept me engrossed right from the very first page.
John Milton is a former government assassin who has walked away from a life of sanctioned killing, now burdened by guilt and haunted by the ghosts of his past. Instead of disappearing into obscurity, Milton sets out on a personal mission to help those in desperate need, often putting himself in harm’s way to right wrongs and protect the vulnerable.
Mr. Dawson has a great knack for balancing high-octane action with moments of quiet humanity. Milton isn’t a flawless hero - he’s a man wrestling with his conscience, battling insomnia, and trying to atone for the blood on his hands. This vulnerability makes him relatable, even as he navigates dangerous situations with the precision of a seasoned operative.
Perfect for readers who enjoy thrillers with a lone-wolf protagonist, morally grey dilemmas, and a strong emotional undercurrent.
Happy Reading…
August 24, 2021
Hi y'all. I've just finished this 3-some -- took about 3-4 months, but then I don't read any book by one author, one after the other..
I leave a week or month or two between readings from that author as it increases the enjoyment of reading that author by A LOT! I recommend it. Also you don't become jaded with the poor bugger.
This 16-18 compendium (3-some), as with the 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12 and 13-15, was great, I think Mark Dawson has hit the jackpot with his Milton series.
However I've read his Beatrix Rose series also; a lot fewer; and one or two others also. I think they're all great, and imaginative. And since I'm more or less at the end of that series, I'll have to find another favourite from his stable..
Think of what it takes to write a book with fresh ideas every time!!
Of course some authors manage hundreds of books, HOW do they do it? Agatha Christie was pretty productive, though although I've seen various movies made from her books, I'm not sure I've read any. I'll have to check.
I leave a week or month or two between readings from that author as it increases the enjoyment of reading that author by A LOT! I recommend it. Also you don't become jaded with the poor bugger.
This 16-18 compendium (3-some), as with the 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12 and 13-15, was great, I think Mark Dawson has hit the jackpot with his Milton series.
However I've read his Beatrix Rose series also; a lot fewer; and one or two others also. I think they're all great, and imaginative. And since I'm more or less at the end of that series, I'll have to find another favourite from his stable..
Think of what it takes to write a book with fresh ideas every time!!
Of course some authors manage hundreds of books, HOW do they do it? Agatha Christie was pretty productive, though although I've seen various movies made from her books, I'm not sure I've read any. I'll have to check.
January 30, 2025
enough with the pathetic women
I like Milton and have read most of the books in the series. But his predilection for beautiful dumb women is too much and the one in this book was the worst yet. She can’t seem to grasp the need for caution, everything she says and does makes things worse, etc. please John, find a woman that’s a match for you and stop with the martyr complex
I like Milton and have read most of the books in the series. But his predilection for beautiful dumb women is too much and the one in this book was the worst yet. She can’t seem to grasp the need for caution, everything she says and does makes things worse, etc. please John, find a woman that’s a match for you and stop with the martyr complex
July 10, 2023
Tiered.
The format is dated now and it felt that many sections of thus series were padded out with unnecessary descriptions. I don't feel inclined to read any more of Mr Dawson's work.
The format is dated now and it felt that many sections of thus series were padded out with unnecessary descriptions. I don't feel inclined to read any more of Mr Dawson's work.
April 19, 2024
Ever ready to help no matter what the cost to himself
This set of John Milton series once again will not disappoint, in the thick of it his every waking hour his is to help where it's needed and then move on not giving himself a chance of a relationship and now control once again wants him ended I highly recommend this series
This set of John Milton series once again will not disappoint, in the thick of it his every waking hour his is to help where it's needed and then move on not giving himself a chance of a relationship and now control once again wants him ended I highly recommend this series
May 10, 2021
Good read
The series is very interesting -Can't wait for the next book to see Milton ends up, hopefully at some point he will really retire
The series is very interesting -Can't wait for the next book to see Milton ends up, hopefully at some point he will really retire
June 28, 2021
Just Wow
I swear each story just keeps getting better and better I can't wait to read Book 19 in this series.
I swear each story just keeps getting better and better I can't wait to read Book 19 in this series.
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September 21, 2021Love the series ... the plots are a bit repetitive but the circumstances are different ... Milton is a great character
February 22, 2024
Great series
Great series. Love fast pace. Lots of action. Love the stories. Ronin was one of my favorite. I hope John found love and stability.
Great series. Love fast pace. Lots of action. Love the stories. Ronin was one of my favorite. I hope John found love and stability.
March 5, 2024
hohn Milton series
Absolutely awesome read, cannot put the books down, the story grips you from the first page and it keeps that momentum throughout all the series
Absolutely awesome read, cannot put the books down, the story grips you from the first page and it keeps that momentum throughout all the series
September 15, 2024
Another set of great reads.
Always good stories in fascinating settings. The good guy always wins the day and does a nice deed in the process. Now on to book 19 ! :)
Always good stories in fascinating settings. The good guy always wins the day and does a nice deed in the process. Now on to book 19 ! :)
November 19, 2024
I love the John Milton series of stories. Each of them is believable and interesting. Keep up the good work.
June 21, 2025
They are all to similar
Still interesting easy reading
Still interesting easy reading
November 4, 2025
simply absorbing
As with all his books, a fantastic read and a great story by a master Author…where to next I wonder!
As with all his books, a fantastic read and a great story by a master Author…where to next I wonder!
August 3, 2026
Exciting story line.
A fast paced action-packed story with well developed characters.
Story is plausible and gets increasingly complicated. The story has unexpected twists and turns
A fast paced action-packed story with well developed characters.
Story is plausible and gets increasingly complicated. The story has unexpected twists and turns
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