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Richard Yokely #2
The Chase
An Iranian defector shows his true colours and returns to his own country - taking a vital piece of intelligence equipment with him.
The race is on to capture the turncoat and get the equipment back. Only one man is up for the job - American super-spy Richard Yokely.
In the past Yokely served in the Army, the CIA, DEA and the NSA. But now he works for Grey Fox, the super secret agency that takes care of business that the White House would prefer stays hidden.
And with a possible World War Three approaching, Yokely is America’s only hope.
The chase is on.
The race is on to capture the turncoat and get the equipment back. Only one man is up for the job - American super-spy Richard Yokely.
In the past Yokely served in the Army, the CIA, DEA and the NSA. But now he works for Grey Fox, the super secret agency that takes care of business that the White House would prefer stays hidden.
And with a possible World War Three approaching, Yokely is America’s only hope.
The chase is on.
- GenresThriller
167 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 24, 2022
108 people are currently reading
46 people want to read
About the author
Stephen Leather
245 books1,529 followersStephen Leather was a journalist for more than ten years on newspapers such as The Times, the Daily Mail and the South China Morning Post in Hong Kong. His bestsellers have been translated into more than ten languages. He has also written for television shows such as London's Burning, The Knock and the BBC's Murder in Mind series. For much of 2011 his self-published eBooks - including The Bestseller, The Basement, Once Bitten and Dreamer's Cat - dominated the UK eBook bestseller lists and sold more than half a million copies. The Basement topped the Kindle charts in the UK and the US, and in total he has sold more than two million eBooks. His bestselling book The Chinaman was filmed as The Foreigner, starring Jackie Chan and Pierce Brosnan and grossing more than $100 million.
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May 24, 2022
When an Iranian defector shows his true loyalties, steals a vital bit of kit and flees for home, there may be only one man who can stop him, Richard Yokely.
Other thriller writers must be envious of the way Stephen Leather delivers outstanding thrillers every single time. He appears to not have a bad book in him.
Richard Yokely is one of Mr Leather’s side characters, talented, with ruthless and singular focus and a man you definitely want on your side.
This is a novella so the focus is on page turning action as Yokely and his small team chase down the bad guy as he makes his way across the Middle East towards home. We are introduced to a world of clandestine operations and military units that live in a world under the radar and Yokely’s team burn through them heading for their target. I liked the clever plot device that required the bad guy to briefly “show” himself to his pursuers. But then the whole plot was a delight to be honest, a captivating thrill ride from one of the best. Not much more you could ask from a novella or thriller.
Other thriller writers must be envious of the way Stephen Leather delivers outstanding thrillers every single time. He appears to not have a bad book in him.
Richard Yokely is one of Mr Leather’s side characters, talented, with ruthless and singular focus and a man you definitely want on your side.
This is a novella so the focus is on page turning action as Yokely and his small team chase down the bad guy as he makes his way across the Middle East towards home. We are introduced to a world of clandestine operations and military units that live in a world under the radar and Yokely’s team burn through them heading for their target. I liked the clever plot device that required the bad guy to briefly “show” himself to his pursuers. But then the whole plot was a delight to be honest, a captivating thrill ride from one of the best. Not much more you could ask from a novella or thriller.
August 2, 2022
Another great story
Another great story by Stephen Leather who has the ability with his writing to keep you gripped from start to finish. Lots of action and great descriptions of the characters and area. Looking forward to reading more.
Another great story by Stephen Leather who has the ability with his writing to keep you gripped from start to finish. Lots of action and great descriptions of the characters and area. Looking forward to reading more.
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July 5, 2023Fantastic thriller.
What an absolutely thrilling book from the very start to the end, it kept me enthralled as the story got more intense, what a book, should be a film really.
Can't wait for the next one.
What an absolutely thrilling book from the very start to the end, it kept me enthralled as the story got more intense, what a book, should be a film really.
Can't wait for the next one.
May 30, 2022
The chase
Another great book from Stephen Leather held my attention now for his new Spider book out in July cannot wait
Another great book from Stephen Leather held my attention now for his new Spider book out in July cannot wait
June 3, 2022
Good
I like these novellas and wish they came out more often. Good for reading on the plane for the summer season.
I like these novellas and wish they came out more often. Good for reading on the plane for the summer season.
June 3, 2022
Pretty boring - a lot of description of different weaponry as a double agent is hunted across North Africa and the Middle East
June 4, 2022
Brilliant
Really fast paced from the off, this a chase you couldn't beat. Another great novella from Stephen leather 👏 a great insight into Richard Yokely
Really fast paced from the off, this a chase you couldn't beat. Another great novella from Stephen leather 👏 a great insight into Richard Yokely
June 16, 2022
The chase
Excellent short story full of twists and turns and believable action in the Middle East another enjoyable book by my favorite author
Excellent short story full of twists and turns and believable action in the Middle East another enjoyable book by my favorite author
July 10, 2022
Excellent and very enjoyable.
This episode of WAS excitement is very well written and a very pleasant reading experience. Lovely just read more of same.
This episode of WAS excitement is very well written and a very pleasant reading experience. Lovely just read more of same.
November 5, 2022
Brilliant
Yet again another great thrilling read. I couldn't put It down. I love Stephen Leathers books. If you've never read any of his books.. Then read spider Shepard series ..
Yet again another great thrilling read. I couldn't put It down. I love Stephen Leathers books. If you've never read any of his books.. Then read spider Shepard series ..
March 22, 2023
The chase
Absolutely brilliant Stephen leather is the supreme master of the spy/espionage genre.the Chase is a rollercoaster ride from start to finish loved it
Absolutely brilliant Stephen leather is the supreme master of the spy/espionage genre.the Chase is a rollercoaster ride from start to finish loved it
May 17, 2023
Hard as nails
Stephen Leather writes excellent action-adventure stories with immense technical knowledge and details and this novella keeps up that strong brand
Well worth a read.
Stephen Leather writes excellent action-adventure stories with immense technical knowledge and details and this novella keeps up that strong brand
Well worth a read.
October 24, 2023
The Chase: A Thrilling Richard Yokely Novella
It took a while to get into this book but in the end well worth it the man who wears tassels on his shoes...
It took a while to get into this book but in the end well worth it the man who wears tassels on his shoes...
November 16, 2023
A good story
A cloak and dagger chase from start to Finnish. Some serious details of what technology is now available for the West to counter the threat from anyone.
A cloak and dagger chase from start to Finnish. Some serious details of what technology is now available for the West to counter the threat from anyone.
September 21, 2022
high octane
Another great book from Stephen Leather. Fast paced and easy to read in a few hours. Recommended for all thriller fans.
Another great book from Stephen Leather. Fast paced and easy to read in a few hours. Recommended for all thriller fans.
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