This book starts off with Mark Pierce as part of a team set to go up against Russians looking for a data breach of a law firm both the CIA and FSB have used to set up various safe houses. A simple assignment with a new team of trusted associates would seem to be a simple beginning to this newest thriller but of course everything is turned upside-down when half the team is taken hostage and tortured while Pierce and Zang tries to outrun Russian assasins over a fresh Icelandic lava flow. Mark and his team are forced to renew their forged bonds in the worst of circumstances, from Iceland to Syria, the past and present clash to prevent an unknown tragedy while also trying to bring justice to a sadistic international criminal. we also are made aware of some of the mysteries concerning the Trigger Man's past, surprisingly focused on Russia with a foreboding showdown lurking in the future. I've been reading these books from their conception and am still delighted by learning new things about these characters, especially Mark's mysterious past. I'm also glad to see Mackenzie Summerfield back, although Aiden seems to have shifted his masocistic tendencies to her rather than punish our main character. I'm never sure about how these books will end, and this one shook out very different than I expected, and am not exactly sure how this will affect future events. All in all, another fantastic book by a very talented author and I can't wait to see what he has in store for their next adventure.

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This is a series book known as The Trigger man series.
Our protagonist is Mike Pierce and he is an elite fighter and spy.
This novel centers on espionage and lots of action.
I have read one book in this series and this one does not disappoint.
It’s another hit in this series and fans will be satisfied. Fast paced and easy to read.
3.5 stars

Well SUPERM....er, Pierce is back fighting those pesky Russians with hot babes around every corner. See, Trigger Man is a so not believable douche because he was written that way. In spite of his OTT antics which makes for entertainment these days, I like the character in spite of himself.

In this instance of the series, it is one of the best. The characters have settled into their personas yet still evolve within the movement. This writer is getting better at his craft, and will continue to draw more into his world.

Had so much fun with this one. I haven’t read much from this genre, but I was pleasantly was surprised and loved this one! I thought it was fun and mysterious, and curious to read more from this author!!!!

Another fun read in the Trigger Man Series. It helps if you have read previous books in the series since it makes references to previous stories and characters. Lots of action, fast paced.

I highly recommend this book and all in the series. Look forward to more books from the author.