Beatrix Rose Series by Mark Dawson

Beatrix Rose #1

REVENGE IS A DISH BEST SERVED COLD The new book from acclaimed writer Mark Dawson (author of the #1 bestselling JOHN MILTON series), IN COLD BLOOD is an action-packed thriller about ruthless betrayal and bloodthirsty vengeance. Beatrix Rose was the most dangerous assassin in an off-the-books government kill squad until her former boss betrayed her. A decade later, she emerges from the Hong Kong underworld with payback on her mind. They gunned down her husband and kidnapped her daughter, and now the debt needs to be repaid. It’s a blood feud she didn’t start but she is going to finish. Beatrix has already crossed one name off her Kill List. Her second target is a mercenary being held hostage by Somali terrorists. Can she infiltrate the most dangerous failed state on the planet and scrub him off the List, too? Packed with explosive action and page-turning suspense, this is the must-read first novel in a brand new series that is sure to be as successful as the John Milton series.ReviewAmazon readers love the JOHN MILTON series - over 300 reviews of 5* and 4* 'Move over Reacher and Bond' - Kindle reviewer 'I have no hesitation in recommending this - it is the perfect summer read.' - Kindle reviewer 'A new literary hero to look out for.' - Kindle reviewer 'A five star read' - Kindle reviewer 'Outstanding' - Kindle reviewer 'It's simply perfect' - Kindle reviewer 'Faster than a runaway train.' - Kindle reviewer 'Tantalising introduction to a great character' - Kindle reviewer 'That's how many kill shots Milton makes from a half mile. No hesitation, no regret...this guy is as dangerous as they come. Cool like Bond and lethal like...well John Milton.' - Kindle reviewer 'One of the best authors in this genre of story.' - Kindle reviewer From the AuthorQ&A with Mark Dawson Q: Who is Beatrix Rose? Mark: Beatrix was the prime agent in Group 15, a top secret and entirely off-the-books kill squad operated by the British Secret Service. Her story was started in Ghosts, the most recent John Milton novel (although it should be noted that you don't need to have read that book to read this one). She was double crossed by her commanding officer and left for dead in Hong Kong. When Milton's actions allow her to come out of hiding, she has revenge on her mind. I knew I was going to have to finish her story when I was working on Ghosts. She is a strong character with an interesting history, and she allows me to write a series that moves even more quickly than the Milton books. This is flat-out, balls-to-the-wall action set in a series of interesting and very carefully researched locations. Q: So why Somalia? M: Because I haven't read anything else set there, it's an incredibly dangerous place and it's perfect as a setting for the propulsive conclusion that brings this story to a close. Q: The Milton series is going from strength to strength. Why are you starting another? M: John Milton will be back shortly but I just felt that I had to tell this story. Readers have demanded it and I'm happy to oblige. The Milton books are grounded and realistic, with a really carefully developed character who evolves over the course of the series. Beatrix does, too, but I've deliberately given her a specific mission and a fixed deadline within which to achieve it (and I'm not going to spoil that here). Once she gets going, she literally can't stop, and that allows me to crank the tension and action up all the way. I wanted to write a no-holds-barred runaway train of a book, full of action and unexpected twists to leave your stomach in knots. Q: Who are you writing for? M: My readers love big, explosive thrillers. I know from email and reviews that they read all the big names, and I'm very happy that they feel they can enjoy a Ludlum, then a Fleming, and then something by me. These books are carefully crafted with velocity in mind and the intention is that if you read it in bed, you're going to lose sleep. They are designed to be totally unputdownable.

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Published: 2014

Beatrix Rose #4

The Dragon and the Ghost

Mark Dawson

Previously published as Hong Kong Stories Volume 1. Beatrix Rose has been betrayed. Her husband has been murdered and her daughter, Isabella, has been abducted. Those who wronged her will pay, because Beatrix is the most dangerous woman you’ve ever met. She was an assassin for Group Fifteen, the beyond top secret agency that did the dirty work for the British Secret Services. And you know what they say about payback… Beatrix finds work in the Hong Kong underworld. But when she has a difference of opinion with her employer, the ruthless Mr. Ying, she finds herself in a fight for justice against a man with no scruples. Alliances are formed and broken. Friends become enemies. Enemies become friends. And nothing is what it seems. Can Beatrix save herself and her loved ones in the face of insurmountable odds? Please note: this is a re-edited edition of three novellas previously published as the Hong Kong Stories (White Dragon, Nine Dragons and Dragon Head). What reviewers are saying: "It’s impossible not to think of Lee Child’s super-selling Jack Reacher. " - The Times "A literary sensation." - The Daily Telegraph "Dawson writes the kind of thrillers I love. Non-stop, grab-you-by-the-throat tales of doing the right thing no matter the odds. Simply excellent." - USA Today bestselling author Brett Battles

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