Fast Break: A Nick O'Flannigan Story (Capital City Murders

by Troy Lambert

How did Nick get where he is today?

How did an ex-basketball star end up being a freelance photographer?

Nick is preparing for the game of his life.

But a sense of dread comes over him every time he thinks about it. His girlfriend even seems to have doubts.

With his parents, scouts, and a huge crowd watching, Nick’s life will change forever.

Find out where it all started in the Nick O’Flannigan story, Fast Break. Enjoy!

INTERVIEW WITH THE AUTHOR

How does this story relate to the Capital City Murders Series?

This book is a prequel, detailing how Nick O'Flannigan, the main character, injured his leg in college, changing his life forever.

What's was the most enjoyable part of writing this short novella?

As a break from the murder mystery part of Nick's life, we get a chance to get to know him better, and where he came from.

Who should read this novella?

Anyone interested in the Capital City Murders series and the backstory of Nick O'Flannigan, really. It's a pretty good story in and of itself, but wil really resonate with Captial City Murders readers.

53 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 25, 2020

About the author

Troy began his writing life at a very young age, penning the as yet unpublished George and the Giant Castle at age six. He grew up in Southern Idaho, and after many adventures including a short stint in the US Army and a diverse education, Troy returned to Idaho and currently resides in Boise.

Troy works as a freelance writer, researcher, and editor. His true passion is writing dark, psychological thrillers. His work includes the acclaimed Captial City Murders Series, the Max Boucher Series, a handful of non-fiction titles, and the Samuel Elijah Johnson Series.

Troy lives works, and plays in Boise, Idaho with his German Shepherd, McClane, and when not behind the keyboard can be found wandering the foothills near his home or sampling brews at a local establishment.

Reviews

[Pete · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very enjoyable read detailing how the main character in the 'Capital City Murders' series, Nick O'Flannigan transitions from being a basketball star to a freelance photographer (and sleuth).
This story provides some very welcome background as a prequel to the 'Capital City Murders' books, in which Nick travels to each of the states capitals to create a photo journal, and gets involved in mysteries in each city.
I liked that it gives some extra depth to Nick's character. Anyone who has read any of the books from the series will appreciate this story.
I received a review copy of this book via Story Origin.

[Roger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast Break: A Nick O'Flannigan Story (Capital City Murders), my fourteenth read from author Troy Lambert. Reading the latest Nick O'Flannigan book is like a visit with an old friend. I read it in under an hour, a blend of backfill from Nick's past life Great characters, great storyline. A must-read. I look forward to reading more in this series & from this author. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).

[Audrey · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the prequel to the capital city crimes book. Nick O’Flannigan is the star basketball player! He has a game with scouts in the audience, his big shot to the NBA. When a rival player makes an illegal move and takes Nick out. He’s fighting for his life but his NBA dreams r over! He decides to use his accounting major and photography minor. With his eye for detail he embarks on his photography career!

[Terry · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short prequel to the Capital City Murders about Nick, an upcoming basketball player, looking to become a pro. Life doesn't go as planned and he finds that he needs to rethink his game and go for second best as a photographer.  Worth reading. I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Susana Duarte · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is really a short story and feels too short to someone like me that haven't read any of the books of the serie. Still, it's a nice introduction to the character of Nick O'Flannigan and I'm curious to read the first book, even though I have a feeling I'm not going to identify myself (for obvious reasons) with the main Nick.

[Claudete Takahashi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short a easy reading, the story tells the beginning of Nick´s career as a photographer and the ending of his school years. Entertaining!!!
I downloaded a free copy of this book through StoryOrigin and this is my honest review.

[Tom Casey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this prequel to Capital City Murders, it is a good insight to what happened to Nick's careering basketball and also his love of photography.
I received this book for free from the author and #bookfunnel and wanted to give an honest review.