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Max Austin #6
Endgame: A Max Austin Thriller, Book #6
Who dares look the Devil in the face and tell him he’s the Devil?
A vast trove of secret documents. A worldwide conspiracy that dates back generations. Enemies who will stop at nothing.
Max Austin has secured the Vienna Archive, an extensive hoard of secret documents that exposes the underbelly of the Russian empire. He's desperately seeking answers. Answers to help him end his family's nightmare. The answers elude him, and the archive puts a gigantic target on his back.
Pursued by the world's most elite intelligence agencies, Max puts into motion a brazen plan to end the kommissar's threat to his sister and nephew once and for all. From the icy backwoods of Finland to the corrupt streets of Moscow and finally to the civil war battlefields of Virginia, Max fights to stay alive long enough for his plan to unfold. With his back against the wall, he makes a deal with the devil in a desperate attempt to end the game forever. It's a deal he may come to regret.
Will the archive unlock the Asimov family secrets and give Max the ammunition he needs to ensure his family's safety before his father’s past catches up to him?
Endgame is the gripping final installment in Jack Arbor’s Amazon-bestselling series The Russian Assassin staring his audacious hero, Max Austin. With a full-tilt pace, captivating characters, and relentless action, you'll see why Arbor’s books fly off the shelves and why readers holler for the next Max Austin story.
Buy Endgame today to finish the wild ride one reviewer wrote, “If you like Mitch Rap or Scott Harvath, this series is for you."
A vast trove of secret documents. A worldwide conspiracy that dates back generations. Enemies who will stop at nothing.
Max Austin has secured the Vienna Archive, an extensive hoard of secret documents that exposes the underbelly of the Russian empire. He's desperately seeking answers. Answers to help him end his family's nightmare. The answers elude him, and the archive puts a gigantic target on his back.
Pursued by the world's most elite intelligence agencies, Max puts into motion a brazen plan to end the kommissar's threat to his sister and nephew once and for all. From the icy backwoods of Finland to the corrupt streets of Moscow and finally to the civil war battlefields of Virginia, Max fights to stay alive long enough for his plan to unfold. With his back against the wall, he makes a deal with the devil in a desperate attempt to end the game forever. It's a deal he may come to regret.
Will the archive unlock the Asimov family secrets and give Max the ammunition he needs to ensure his family's safety before his father’s past catches up to him?
Endgame is the gripping final installment in Jack Arbor’s Amazon-bestselling series The Russian Assassin staring his audacious hero, Max Austin. With a full-tilt pace, captivating characters, and relentless action, you'll see why Arbor’s books fly off the shelves and why readers holler for the next Max Austin story.
Buy Endgame today to finish the wild ride one reviewer wrote, “If you like Mitch Rap or Scott Harvath, this series is for you."
410 pages, Paperback
Published December 5, 2022
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About the author
Jack Arbor
12 books145 followersJack Arbor is the Amazon bestselling author of six thrillers featuring the wayward KGB assassin Max Austin. The stories follow Max as he comes to terms with his past and tries to extricate himself from a destiny he desperately wants to avoid.
Jack works as a digital technologist during the day and writes at night and on weekends, with much love and support from his lovely wife, Jill.
Jill and Jack live outside Aspen, Colorado, where they enjoy trail running and hiking through the natural beauty of the Roaring Fork Valley. Jack also likes to taste new bourbons and grill meat, usually at the same time. They both miss the coffee on the East Coast.
You can get free books as well as pre-release specials and sign up for Jack’s mailing list at www.jackarbor.com.
Jack works as a digital technologist during the day and writes at night and on weekends, with much love and support from his lovely wife, Jill.
Jill and Jack live outside Aspen, Colorado, where they enjoy trail running and hiking through the natural beauty of the Roaring Fork Valley. Jack also likes to taste new bourbons and grill meat, usually at the same time. They both miss the coffee on the East Coast.
You can get free books as well as pre-release specials and sign up for Jack’s mailing list at www.jackarbor.com.
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December 6, 2022
According to the author this is the end! I must say first of all I have really enjoyed The Russian Assassin series by Jack Arbor. Endgame is the latest in the story about ex assassin Max Austin. Max has been on the hunt and been hunted since his father was killed and the rest of his family where threatened. Will everything be resolved in the Endgame? well the book is soon on the shelves at various bookstores and you have to get it and read it yourself to find out. I do however recommend that you start from the beginning and hope you will enjoy it as much as I have. Arbor do know how to tell a story. I have been one of the team of advance readers getting the books from the author and it has been a great journey following in Max footsteps. I am also excited to hear what Jack will write next.
December 6, 2022
Max has poured over the Vienna Archive searching for clues as to who is the head of kammissariat. The Chinese want it for the treasure trove of information it contains on the KGB. If they want it, it’s a forgone conclusion that Kate Shaw wants it for the CIA. She is quite fed up with Max and the rest of the Asimov family. Hang on to your seats as the action is really intense. Before Max’s father died, he collected thousands of pages of information on operatives all over the world. Kate is the only chance the CIA has of winning the race to the Vienna Archive. There are clandestine operations going on all over the place, and all of them pointed at Max. It is a matter of what they are willing to do to get what they want and how much they under estimate Max. Because it is obvious all of them have. This has been a terrific series and this is an exciting end to it.
December 25, 2022
Incredulous?
When I picked up Book One that’s what I thought. So it was an internal dare that made me read about Max. But as I read and was engrossed in the things that happened and the things Max did I moved from “incredulous” to “awe!”
I thoroughly enjoy the master spy genre and I read about 5 or 6 novels a year in hat vein. I also love dystopian-apocalyptic books and read about the same number of them. So, I want to encourage you to pick up Max Austin and be awed at a master spy at work! Oh, and it takes a “team” to get through the things Max does so “kudos” to Goshawk, and all those who play a big part in Max’s victories.
When I picked up Book One that’s what I thought. So it was an internal dare that made me read about Max. But as I read and was engrossed in the things that happened and the things Max did I moved from “incredulous” to “awe!”
I thoroughly enjoy the master spy genre and I read about 5 or 6 novels a year in hat vein. I also love dystopian-apocalyptic books and read about the same number of them. So, I want to encourage you to pick up Max Austin and be awed at a master spy at work! Oh, and it takes a “team” to get through the things Max does so “kudos” to Goshawk, and all those who play a big part in Max’s victories.
December 11, 2022
Closure for Max
Jack, I am always amazed at your attention to detail. I have enjoyed very much all of the books in this series. The Endgame put me comfortably at closure for Max. I would recommend not only this book, but the entire series to anyone who wants to go on an incredible adventure of suspense and intrigue. Great job if this is Max's last episode, however, hopefully there will be more. Thanks for the thrill of riding along with Max.
Jack, I am always amazed at your attention to detail. I have enjoyed very much all of the books in this series. The Endgame put me comfortably at closure for Max. I would recommend not only this book, but the entire series to anyone who wants to go on an incredible adventure of suspense and intrigue. Great job if this is Max's last episode, however, hopefully there will be more. Thanks for the thrill of riding along with Max.
December 27, 2022
I really really enjoyed these books. “Russian assassin “ didn’t sound appealing but my Aunt assured me I would love these books. She was right! In fact, I thought the 6th one was out a few months ago & have been chomping at the bit for the sixth one. Did NOT disappoint! I Rarely write a review. This is an exception. I read a lot of books & many different genres. Highly entertained. More Max please. ( thank you Mr Arbor)
February 9, 2023
An History and Geography Lesson
I loved the stories but, also the lessons of Russian and surrounding countries historical facts, areas I have never been to and the places Max went to had me looking at maps and google earth.
I am in love with Kate I hope she is happy after all she went through.
Well done Jack and in all the series I only found one “typo” Donald Reagan!
He was better suited as a Donald though.
I will miss Max.
I loved the stories but, also the lessons of Russian and surrounding countries historical facts, areas I have never been to and the places Max went to had me looking at maps and google earth.
I am in love with Kate I hope she is happy after all she went through.
Well done Jack and in all the series I only found one “typo” Donald Reagan!
He was better suited as a Donald though.
I will miss Max.
December 25, 2022
I Really Like This Guy
Max is real. I understand him and relate to the loyalty and love he has for his family and friends. He’s a man of his word. Yet his actions speak louder.
I’m torn between seeing him in another adventure and letting him enjoy the rest he richly deserves.
Can we have both?
Max is real. I understand him and relate to the loyalty and love he has for his family and friends. He’s a man of his word. Yet his actions speak louder.
I’m torn between seeing him in another adventure and letting him enjoy the rest he richly deserves.
Can we have both?
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January 3, 2023This book is excellent. But first you have to read books 1-5. Max is as good as he can bee while hunting down the criminal who has caused him and his family so much pain. With the help of old allies and new ones he gets it done.
I hope Jack does not quit writing he is a really good writer. Whether its more Max or someone new I will definitely read it.
I hope Jack does not quit writing he is a really good writer. Whether its more Max or someone new I will definitely read it.
March 20, 2023
Surely a bit of a surprise ending. This was a long series, quite descriptive yet jumped along the plot line -which was complicated and with many surprises. This was different from any series of books I have read. It was informatively written- would call Jack Arbor very knowledgeable and I would like to read more books by this author.
January 16, 2023
Movie material
I truly loved this book series.. Kept me in my seat and adrenaline rushed.. On a few occasions I actually invisoned some of the scenes and pray that this series makes it way to the big screen..
I truly loved this book series.. Kept me in my seat and adrenaline rushed.. On a few occasions I actually invisoned some of the scenes and pray that this series makes it way to the big screen..
February 26, 2023
Captivating
I started the series not sure what to expect The adventure and suspense along with the thrill of keeping up with Max kept me engaged for 6 novels. Looking forward to what’s next!
I started the series not sure what to expect The adventure and suspense along with the thrill of keeping up with Max kept me engaged for 6 novels. Looking forward to what’s next!
April 27, 2023
Great series
Highly recommend. well written and lots of action. Lots of history. I love that the author is an Ironman!! I did my first and probably my last Ironman in 2016. Can't wait to read more from this author.
Highly recommend. well written and lots of action. Lots of history. I love that the author is an Ironman!! I did my first and probably my last Ironman in 2016. Can't wait to read more from this author.
June 11, 2023
Robert
What a great series….completed them all and can’t wait to know what is next.
Jack Arbor is a masterful storyteller, and I am amazed at the detailed description of places and history he includes into his book!!!
What a great series….completed them all and can’t wait to know what is next.
Jack Arbor is a masterful storyteller, and I am amazed at the detailed description of places and history he includes into his book!!!
August 9, 2023
Max, those of us who have followed your story are sad that it has “ended” but happy for the ending. I love spy series and this has been one of the best, hopefully Jack will treat us to another series like this one.
November 20, 2024
what a satisfying six novels
After a terrible house fire, my mind needed a wonderful escape. The writing was suburb. Each novel was great on its own. The series together was a masterpiece. I will miss Max.
After a terrible house fire, my mind needed a wonderful escape. The writing was suburb. Each novel was great on its own. The series together was a masterpiece. I will miss Max.
December 31, 2024
Page Turning spy series
I didn't want to put this one down. I hope this isn't the last we see of Max, Spencer, Ashe, Goshawk, and Kate. Looking forward to the next book with the mysterious Kira!
I didn't want to put this one down. I hope this isn't the last we see of Max, Spencer, Ashe, Goshawk, and Kate. Looking forward to the next book with the mysterious Kira!
December 6, 2022
Last one in the series, what a shame. I have enjoyed reading this series. This book brings together all the plot elements from the previous books and comes to a satisfying end.
December 10, 2022
excellent
This possibility the last Russian assassin book with Max is absolutely amazing and hard to put down. Thanks Jack Arbor
This possibility the last Russian assassin book with Max is absolutely amazing and hard to put down. Thanks Jack Arbor
January 1, 2023
Another book by Jack that is could not put down
Every book just gets better and better. I cannot wait for his next story. Keep it going for many more years
Every book just gets better and better. I cannot wait for his next story. Keep it going for many more years
January 19, 2023
6th and final book in the series. Sad to see this come to a close!
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April 30, 2023I wouldn't continue to read this many of the same series, if it couldn't keep my attention, so my review is that it's a very good series
May 24, 2023
I'll miss Max Austin.. Great end to a mystery of who is connected to who and who is at the top of the syndicate pulling all the strings. Hard book to put down.
January 21, 2024
Great book to end the series!
Loved all six books & I cannot wait to see what is in store for Max & Kate. The description of the characters & different places was excellent.
Loved all six books & I cannot wait to see what is in store for Max & Kate. The description of the characters & different places was excellent.
June 10, 2024
always enjoyable
I have read most of the series and am not disappointed Very exciting and hard to put down the book
I have read most of the series and am not disappointed Very exciting and hard to put down the book
June 10, 2024
One can always judge a good book by the anticipation to get back to reading it. This is such a book. Good characters, good plot, smooth prose. Great read.
December 31, 2025
Well done series comes to a well written end.
February 10, 2023
Perfect ending!!
Enjoyed all 6 books of Max's life, flying by the seat of his pants. Exciting, full of action. Love the history and background. Solid writing skills. I can't wait for your next book, looking forward. Your books keep me glued, it's like watching a movie unfold. You ROCK Mr Arbor!!!
Enjoyed all 6 books of Max's life, flying by the seat of his pants. Exciting, full of action. Love the history and background. Solid writing skills. I can't wait for your next book, looking forward. Your books keep me glued, it's like watching a movie unfold. You ROCK Mr Arbor!!!
January 2, 2026
Amazing book. Read the whole series in order - you'll love it!
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