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  Praise for JOHN GILSTRAP and his thrillers

  TOTAL MAYHEM

  “Propulsive... Not everyone survives the final confrontation, but series fans can rest assured that Grave will fight again. Straightforward plotting, amped-up action, and amusing banter keep the pages turning.”

  —Publishers Weekly

  SCORPION STRIKE

  “Relentlessly paced as well as brilliantly told and constructed, this is as good as thrillers get.”

  —The Providence Journal

  “A sizzling beach read for military action fans... the perfect summer read for thriller fans.”

  —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

  “The series deserves attention from anyone who enjoys plot-driven thrillers.... Grave is, as always, a solid series lead.”

  —Booklist

  “This Jonathan Grave installment is pure John Gilstrap... on steroids!”

  —BookReporter.com

  “Grave, Boxers, and the rest of the gang are all back in Scorpion Strike, another action-packed thriller from John Gilstrap that’ll have readers on the edges of their seats.”

  —The Real Book Spy

  FINAL TARGET

  “Fast-paced and well-plotted.”

  —Booklist

  “Exciting. . . . Fans of epic adventure stories will find plenty to like.”

  —Publishers Weekly

  “A superbly crafted thriller that will leave you craving more! Final Target is a nonstop, action-packed thrill ride.”

  —Top Shelf

  “Fans of Jeffery Deaver and Harlan Coben will find lots to love in the novel’s action, suspense, political intrigue, twists, and deceptions.”

  —Woman Around Town

  FRIENDLY FIRE

  “If you only read one book this summer, make sure it’s Friendly Fire, and be ready to be strapped in for the ride of your life.”

  —Suspense Magazine

  “A blistering thriller that grabs your attention and doesn’t let go for a second!”

  —The Real Book Spy

  NICK OF TIME

  “A page-turning thriller with strong characters, exciting action, and a big heart.”

  —Heather Graham

  AGAINST ALL ENEMIES

  WINNER OF THE INTERNATIONAL THRILLER WRITERS AWARD FOR BEST PAPERBACK ORIGINAL

  “Any John Gilstrap novel packs the punch of a rocket-propelled grenade—on steroids! Gilstrap grabs the reader’s attention in a literary vise grip. A damn good read.”

  —BookReporter.com

  “Tense, clever.... Series enthusiasts are bound to enjoy this new thriller.”

  —Library Journal

  END GAME

  AN AMAZON EDITORS’ FAVORITE BOOK OF THE YEAR “Gilstrap’s new Jonathan Grave thriller is his best novel to date—even considering his enviable bibliography. End Game starts off explosively and keeps on rolling.”

  —Joe Hartlaub, BookReporter.com

  DAMAGE CONTROL

  “Powerful and explosive, an unforgettable journey into the dark side of the human soul. Gilstrap is a master of action and drama. If you like Vince Flynn and Brad Thor, you’ll love John Gilstrap.”

  —Gayle Lynds

  “Rousing.... Readers will anxiously await the next installment.”

  —Publishers Weekly

  DAMAGE CONTROL

  “It’s easy to see why John Gilstrap is the go-to guy among thriller writers when it comes to weapons, ammunition, and explosives. His expertise is uncontested.”

  —John Ramsey Miller

  “A page-turning, near-perfect thriller, with engaging and believable characters... unputdownable!”

  —Top Mystery Novels

  “Takes you full force right away and doesn’t let go. The action is nonstop. Gilstrap knows his technology and weaponry. Damage Control will blow you away.”

  —Suspense Magazine

  THREAT WARNING

  “Threat Warning is a character-driven work where the vehicle has four on the floor and horsepower to burn. From beginning to end, it is dripping with excitement.”

  —Joe Hartlaub, Bookreporter

  HOSTAGE ZERO

  “Jonathan Grave, my favorite freelance peacemaker, problem-solver, and tough-guy hero, is back—and in particularly fine form. Hostage Zero is classic Gilstrap: the people are utterly real, the action’s foot to the floor, and the writing’s fluid as a well-oiled machine gun. A tour de force!”

  —Jeffery Deaver

  “Threat Warning reconfirms Gilstrap as a master of jaw-dropping action and heart-squeezing suspense.”

  —Austin Camacho, The Big Thrill

  “This addictively readable thriller marries a breakneck pace to a complex, multilayered plot.... A roller coaster ride of adrenaline-inducing plot twists leads to a riveting and highly satisfying conclusion. Exceptional characterization and an intricate, flawlessly crafted story line make this an absolute must read for thriller fans.”

  —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

  NO MERCY

  “No Mercy grabs hold of you on page one and doesn’t let go. Gilstrap’s new series is terrific. It will leave you breathless. I can’t wait to see what Jonathan Grave is up to next.”

  —Harlan Coben

  “John Gilstrap is one of the finest thriller writers on the planet. No Mercy showcases his work at its finest—taut, action-packed, and impossible to put down!”

  —Tess Gerritsen

  “A great hero, a pulse-pounding story—and the launch of a really exciting series.”

  —Joseph Finder

  “An entertaining, fast-paced tale of violence and revenge.”

  —Publishers Weekly

  “No other writer is better able to combine in a single novel both rocket-paced suspense and heartfelt looks at family and the human spirit. And what a pleasure to meet Jonathan Grave, a hero for our time... and for all time.”

  —Jeffery Deaver

  AT ALL COSTS

  “Gilstrap builds tension... until the last page, a hallmark of great thriller writers. I almost called the paramedics before I finished At All Costs.”

  —Tulsa World

  “Gilstrap has ingeniously twisted his simple premise six ways from Sunday.”

  —Kirkus Reviews

  “Not-to-be-missed.”

  —Rocky Mountain News

  NATHAN’S RUN

  “Gilstrap pushes every thriller button... a nail-biting denouement and strong characters.”

  —San Francisco Chronicle

  “Gilstrap has a shot at being the next John Grisham . . . one of the best books of the year.”

  —Rocky Mountain News

  “Emotionally charged... one of the year’s best.”

  —Chicago Tribune

  “Brilliantly calculated.... With the skill of a veteran pulp master, Gilstrap weaves a yarn that demands to be read in one sitting.”

  —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

  “Like a roller coaster, the story races along on well-oiled wheels to an undeniably pulse-pounding conclusion.”

  —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

  ALSO BY JOHN GILSTRAP

  Total Mayhem

  Scorpion Strike

  Final Target

  Nick of Time

  Friendly Fire

  Against All Enemies

  End Game

  Soft Targets

  High Treason

  Damage Control

  Threat Warning

  Hostage Zero

  No Mercy

  Six Minutes to Freedom (with Kurt Muse)

  Scott Free

  Even Steven

  At All Costs

  Nathan’s Run

  JOHN GILSTRAP

  HELLFIRE

  A Jonathan Grave Thriller