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The Kill Squad

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Chaos and destruction are on a collision course with the Critical Response Team.

And the assassin hunters are about to become the hunted.


Cal Shepard thought he and colleague Derrick Nolan were finally heading home after a lengthy recon trip around Southeast Asia.

But when their small charter plane is forced to land on a remote tropical island west of Thailand, they and the other passengers are thrust into a cat-and-mouse game of survival against a master assassin and his cadre of trainees.

With an upcoming international trade delegation set to take place in Myanmar, it soon becomes evident to Perseus and the Critical Response Team that this is about more than just targeting Shepard and Nolan.

Relying on the help of an old friend, mantracker Mitch Kearns, who joins the search, the Critical Response Team will face one of the greatest threats to their existence against an adversary as capable and cunning as themselves.

Volume Four in the explosive Search and Destroy Series.

258 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 15, 2022

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J.T. Sawyer

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1,637 reviews15 followers
August 31, 2025
What a thrilling and engaging story. I've read the whole series, and it is so well written, very suspenseful, twist, murders - good and bad die, intrigue, and many villains to keep the story a fast read.

What is unique is there are at least 4 stories going on at the same time, from POV from different players. This was not confusing but giving you different insight how it was all playing out.

Crude words and Lords name used in vain. No cliffhanger, but you realize the computer system is taking over slowly, and no one is aware of it happening yet. This is a standalone, but you'll be so invested in the team you'll want to start at the beginning.

I can't improve on the blurb, just giving you extra tidbits to decide whether to purchase. (ljb)
6,211 reviews80 followers
April 25, 2023
Cal Shepard is on a flight that lands on an unoccupied island in Southeast Asia. It's bad enough being stranded with no supplies, but they are also being hunted by Chinese assassins.

Mitch Kearns is supposed to meet him at the airport, when he doesn't arrive, Kearns and the gang start looking for him.

Meanwhile, Chinese intelligence is staging a coup in Myanmar, starting with an assassination.

Action packed!
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155 reviews1 follower
July 7, 2023
I enjoyed the book. The story line was good, but as time wore on and beyond the end, I wondered what he was going to do with his plans to live in the desert. Obviously, he left. Returning in the future? Maybe. Too, I thought Angela was a real Witch with a big B. So, how that all turned out with the pots calling each other black was rather, I felt, stupid. Birds of a feather and all. I loved Luce’s character and she may well be the lead!!!
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629 reviews4 followers
May 19, 2023
Another exciting book by JT Sawyer!

Cal Shepard and his small group of friends are threatened by a super secret Chinese group. As usual Cal, through super human efforts saves the day.
532 reviews5 followers
July 11, 2023
Another great read

I have enjoyed each book in this series and none have left me disappointed. This tale was fast-paced and loaded with action. The twists and turns kept the pages turning. The storyline was unique and I can't wait to read the next adventure in this series.
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367 reviews6 followers
July 13, 2023
Thriller By Numbers

Although this book follows a common formula, it’s still very good. The Cal Shepard character isn’t incredibly remarkable, but the action and plotting are solid, and the supporting cast is effective.
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62 reviews
October 30, 2023
Wow another incredible Cal Shepard novel. This might just be my favorite of this series so far. Lots of action , lots of twists to keep you guessing. Do not hesitate to get this book you won’t be disappointed!!!
55 reviews
April 10, 2024
fast paced and a few twists

Again like how the author casts his characters and the solutions that are used to outwit the enemy. This wasn’t one of my favorite books in the series. Hopefully the next book in the series gets back to speed
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894 reviews5 followers
June 14, 2025
The Kill Squad

Someone tries to take out Cal and the whole team. But ultimately they are not successful. But they are not all eliminated. So does that spell more trouble from them in the future?
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1,009 reviews9 followers
October 24, 2022
This was a pretty good book!

This book while is was ok it wasn't a real good book that I like to read but if like these books where some action is in it you would probably like it!
543 reviews1 follower
January 3, 2023
Not as good as the last one but still enjoyed it and waiting to see what happens next!!!
6 reviews
January 13, 2024
Great Read

Recommended to readers of WEB Griffin and Andrew & Wilson. Close to the Presidential agent series. I look forward to where author goes with Cal and presuses
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