Getaway

John Corey

by Nelson DeMille

In this short story from the International Thriller Writers’ anthology MatchUp, bestselling authors Nelson DeMille and Lisa Scottoline—along with their popular series characters John Corey and Bennie Rosato—team up for the first time ever.It was getting colder, and he was tired from the long drive, and he was feeling naked without his gun… When former NYPD homicide detective and Federal Anti-Terrorist Task Force agent John Corey finds himself recuperating at a remote lakeside cabin, the last thing he expects is trouble. Then tough-as-nails lawyer Bennie Rosato comes running out of the woods with masked men on her trail. With no phone reception and unknown dangers lurking, can these two alpha personalities work together to survive the night? For more exciting pairs, check out all eleven short stories in MatchUp.

Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Fiction, Short Stories, Adult, Suspense

45 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 6, 2017

About the author

Nelson Richard DeMille was an American author of action adventure and suspense novels. His novels include Plum Island, The Charm School, and The General's Daughter. DeMille also wrote under the pen names Jack Cannon, Kurt Ladner, Ellen Kay and Brad Matthews.

Reviews

[Zain · Rating 3 out of 5]

A New Series of Short Thrills.

The Matchup Collection is a series of short stories that combines two well known authors.

John Corey, an FBI agent, and Bennie Rosato, a lawyer, are spending a vacation at the deserted Adirondack Park in upper state New York.

While searching for her lost dog, Bennie stumble across what looks like a terrorist threat in the woods.

While returning her lost dog, John calls the number on her dog’s collar and is informed of her dilemma.

While meeting up to determine what to do, things become dicey.

The story ending was flat and unfulfilling. Maybe the book should be longer.

Though the book has interesting moments, it feels unfinished.

[Vicki Willis · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like John Corey, you will like this. He is his usual witty, sarcastic self. Just a quick little story to get a Corey fix.

[Todd · Rating 3 out of 5]

okay short story featuring John Corey and Bennie Rosato

[Jane Navarre · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved having John meet up with Bennie. John Corey is one of my very FAVORITE fictional friends. Love his Wise Cracking thoughts and comments. It's was nice to be with him even for this Short Story. I've not read any books by Lisa Scottoline in a long time but after meeting Bennie, I am planning on reading more of her Adventures. What a clever way of getting new reader's! I hope Nelson DeMille brings John Corey back soon. Miss him.

[Les · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an adorable short story that had John Corey meeting up with Lisa Scottoline's Bernie in a cabin in the woods

It has action, adventure, sarcasm and wit

A must read for fans of either author.

[Paul Voller · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent short story. Hopefully Bennie and Corey will meet up again.

[Julie Harvey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Any book by Nelson DeMille. Great!!!

[Henry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read all of Nelson DeMille's novels and enjoyed everyone, especially those with John Corey as the main character. This short story was not only an enjoyable read but introduced me to a new author, Lisa Scottoline, who I intend to start reading. I'll let you know what I think when I finish her first Rosato novel.

[Jimmie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Getaway was a delightful, quick read collaboration form Nelson Demille and Lisa Scottoline. I'm a huge fan of Mr. Demille and found another nugget with John Correy. This was a quick read and was well worth the effort. It is good to see John Correy has not lost his humor.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short story by Nelson DeMille and Lisa Scottoline. In the story John Corey and Bernnie Rosato are both in the woods if different cabins when Max runs away and John finds him. While Bernnie is looking for Max she gets lost in the woods and discovers something

[Drew · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very entertaining short story. DeMille and Scottoline work together seamlessly. I was sad to see it end so soon.

[Pat Norwine · Rating 5 out of 5]

NO, NO . NO. I was getting all comfy to read Getaway when suddenly it just ended. What???
It turns out this is a short story. It started off great and then it just stopped. I wanted it to continue.
It was like giving me a gift wrapped with a huge bow and when opened it was dog food. (no offense to dogs.)
Please please Nelson DeMille continue this story!!!

[Jonnie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed this novella with Corey. He was in his usual sarcastic form. I wasn't familiar with Bennie but she was interesting enough in this short story that I will check out her series. There wasn't any suspense or action in the story, so if that's what you want this novella may not be for you. Still it was an interesting story that gave some background and insight into each character.

[CHud · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very enjoyable read

This read was composed well and read smoothly. I liked the characters and enjoyed the banter between the two main characters. I really felt the suspense as they anticipated being confronted by terrorists. But good news, all turned out good int the end. The author even left an slight opening at the end for a possible follow up. (?)

[gwgrover · Rating 1 out of 5]

Extremely disappointed.

Thought I'd bought a real book
, not a very short story. Where is the rest of this story?
What there was of it was a very good read; but the abrupt end left me using some bad words because there was no more to enjoy.

[Christopher Piehota · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok but not much more.

This was a mediocre short story that seemed to try to capitalize on the John Corey character but missed the mark. The story lacked substance - even for a short.

[Ginny Vatelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

De Mille never disappoints.

I love the one liners and the banter among his characters. Great short story. I’m sorry it’s over. Frankly, if I had met John Corey in the woods, I wouldn’t have been in such a hurry to leave.

[John M. Hutchinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Real Short Story

Sorry I'm not a very good fan of short stories. I think this one could have been better if it was a little bit longer. The reason I read this book was because it was written by Nelson DeMille.

[Bob Himes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Corey Story

In this cooperative effort, Nelson Demille brings out his acidic character yet again. Coupled with Lisa Scottoline's straightforward lawyer, Bennie Rosato, they share an adventure.

[Katherine Caputo · Rating 1 out of 5]

Not the worst

I was excited when found this story because I love both of these authors. However the story was short and rushed. It seemed more like the start of a story then a whole one. I liked the dialogue and maybe there can be a sequel☺

[Hon. Peter J. Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

HUMOR: WORTH THE PRICE FOR 36 PAGES

Worth The Price For DeMILLE Humor . Note I Had No Success Accessing The DeMILLE Website Which Transformed My e-mail address into gibberish .Please check the access to the website .

[Mike Triplett · Rating 1 out of 5]

What a rip off.

No story. No theme. Just a bunch of meaningles words strung together. How can a 99 cent book be over priced? This the answer. Give your 99 cents to a homeless shelter

[Rita · Rating 4 out of 5]

My only problem with this book is that it was a short story. I love Nelson DeMille and Lisa Scorroline, and I love the characters Benny Rosato and John Corey. I do not like short stories though. I was hoping this would go on for three or 400 pages. Thus, my four stars as opposed to five.

[Larry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Playful. Right-sized.

Entertaining. Enjoyed the playfulness and open-endedness of this short story. Each volume of The MatchUp Collection I’ve read has been entertaining. The series is a fun way to introduce unknown (to me) authors.

[Wanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute.

Quick read. Just what I needed.
I have gotten out of touch with John Corey, I need to back up and catch up.

[Joseph Bechtel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great Plot, Much too short

[Cyndy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute little kindle single with John Corey and Bennie Rosato meeting near a lake where both have gone to getaway for the weekend. Originally published as part of MatchUp.

[Linda Nash · Rating 2 out of 5]

OK..not his best work

[Elaine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Getaway

I would recommend this book for readers who like short stories. Both authors are excellent writers and the book didn’t allow it

[Robert Gad · Rating 2 out of 5]

Can do better than this ...

Not a great short story, plenty of build up but petered out. Expected more from my favorite author. I enjoyed the banter