Synopses & Reviews
New York Times and internationally bestselling author Alex Kavas thrilling new series introducing Ryder Creed, ex-marine turned K9 search-and-rescue dog trainer as he teams up with fan-favorite FBI profiler Maggie ODell.
Ryder Creed and his dogs have been making national headlines. Theyve intercepted several major drug stashes being smuggled through Atlantas airport. But their newfound celebrity has also garnered some unwanted attention.
When Creed and one of his dogs are called in to search a commercial fishing vessel, they discover a secret compartment. But the Colombian cartels latest shipment isnt drugs. This time, its cargo is human. To make matters worse, Creed helps one of the cartels drug mules escapea fourteen-year-old girl who reminds him of his younger sister who disappeared fifteen years ago.
Meanwhile, FBI agent Maggie ODell is investigating a series of murdersthe victims tortured, killed, and dumped in the Potomac River. She suspects its the work of a cunning and brutal assassin, but her politically motivated boss has been putting up roadblocks.
By the time she uncovers a hit list with Creeds name on it, it might be too late. The cartel has already sent someone to destroy Creed and everyone close to him.
But Creed and his dogs have a few surprises in store on their compound in Florida. Will it be enough to stop a ruthless cartel determined to remove the thorn in its side once and for all?
Review
"Creed is special, a memorable character - he trains homeless dogs to sniff out contraband and hunt criminals. When he teams up with Kavas iconic FBI forensics specialist Maggie ODell, youll discover the most exciting crime-solving duo of the year.” - Gayle Lynds,
New York Times best-selling author of
The Assassins
Praise for Alex Kava “Maggie, who handles forensic evidence with ease . . . can give Patricia Cornwells Kay Scarpetta a run for her money.” —Booklist “ODell could be Reachers long-lost twin.” —Lee Child
Review
“Bristling with unrelenting suspense, Breaking Creed by Alex Kava hurls retired Marine Ryder Creed on a harrowing search for smugglers whove been using children as drug mules. Creed is special, a memorable character - he trains homeless dogs to sniff out contraband and hunt criminals. When he teams up with Kavas iconic FBI forensics specialist Maggie ODell, youll discover the most exciting crime-solving duo of the year.”—Gayle Lynds, New York Times best-selling author of The Assassins
Synopsis
Hot on the heels of Breaking Creed comes the next action-packed series featuring Ryder Creed, ex-marine turned K9 rescue dog trainer from New York Times and internationally bestselling author Alex Kava. Most of them were asleep in their beds when the ground gave way. . . .
When Ryder Creed responds to a devastating mudslide in North Carolina, he knows the difference between finding survivors and the deadis time. Heedless of the dangers, Creed and his best search-and-rescue dog Bolo frantically wade through the chaos of twisted tree limbs, crumbled cement, and unrecognizable debris, when a second slide catches up with Ryder. And he is buried alive.
Bolo makes it out, though, and leads the heroic rescue of his master. What they get when they pull Ryder out from the mud is much more than they bargained for. The secrets in the mud around Creed run deep, pointing to a possible serial killer and unexpectedly dredging up painful, hushed-up pieces of Creeds own past.
The mysteries unearthed will bring Ryder Creed face-to-face with his past loyalties, deeply embedded survivors guilt, and a powerful figure from his past. Hell have to rely on his dogs if he wants to make it through alive.
About the Author
Alex Kava is the
New York Timesbestselling author of thirteen novels, including the internationally bestselling mystery series featuring FBI profiler Maggie ODell. Her novels have been published in more than twenty countries around the world. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and divides her time between Omaha, Nebraska, and Pensacola, Florida.