First to Kill

Andrew Peterson

Book 1 in the series:Nathan McBride

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'First to Kill' in the Nathan McBride series by Andrew Peterson follows ex-CIA covert ops Nathan McBride, who teams up with his partner Harvey to run a successful security company. When they are asked to investigate the disappearance of the retired chief of the FBI's son, who was undercover with a dangerous group, they find themselves in a high-stakes mission involving Semtex explosives and a covert FBI attack. The plot is filled with action, personal relationships, and intricate details that immerse the reader in a world of chaos and danger. The writing style is fast-paced, engaging, and filled with authentic details that make the reader feel like they are part of the thrilling adventure.

Characters:

The characters are multifaceted, with Nathan serving as a skilled protagonist and dynamic relationships contributing to the story's complexity.

Writing/Prose:

The author's writing style is straightforward and engaging, emphasizing action and maintaining a compelling pace, though it may lack some polish.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative follows Nathan McBride, a former CIA operative, as he navigates a dangerous mission involving an FBI investigation and personal ties, showcasing conspiracy and suspense.

Setting:

The setting is contemporary and incorporates various locations that enhance the narrative's political and security context.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and engaging, keeping the reader entertained with constant action and quick development, despite a few implausible elements.

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The main character, Nathan McBride, is an ex-CIA operative with sniper skills.

Nathan has a complex personal life, including a senator father.

The story involves Nathan and his partner, Harvey, running a successful security company.

They are asked to help investigate a missing person connected to explosives smuggling.

Readers find the action and character relationships engaging and exciting.

The Nathan McBride series is compared to Lee Child's Jack Reacher thrillers.

The writing mixes military skills and personal struggles uniquely.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book includes content warnings related to violence, gore, and potentially intense themes surrounding crime and undercover operations.

From The Publisher:

Former Marine sniper and covert CIA operative Nathan McBride gets back in the game when a deep-cover FBI agent disappears along with one ton of powerful Semtex explosive, enough to unleash a global war. Original.

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