Run and Hide

Welcome to New York with a SUV and guns chasing Colback, runs into a police station. So did they, saying they were agents, and he was wanted for a planned terrorist attack. Even the captain, tells them he is all there’s. To escape was his only choice, a quick leap on a motorcycle, coming up by him, to learn later her name was Eva. A sister to one of those he knew in the Green Berets. She wanted answers about her brother’s death, knowing now ESO was behind it. Would have been best to back away, but that wasn’t her thing. The chase is on, and as a reader, you want the details. A new author, and thought it was a superb plot, unusual, moved fast, and kept you to the end. Given ARC by Net Galley and Thomas & Mercer for my voluntary review and my honest opinion

This book was just full of non-stop action with events constantly going on. Really well written and I look forward to reading more.

Absolutely the best thriller I have read this year. I finished this book in 4 hours. I could not put it down. Loved the storyline and the main character, Eva was fantastic. Lots of unexpected twists and turns. There was definitely a surprise at the end

A fast moving action packed story that is hard to put down. Worth reading. If you like this genre you will like this book,

A CIA trained young woman is in pursuit of her brother's killers. Lots of gunfights and numerous chase scenes propelled me through this fast moving book. "Run and Hide" was a fun summer read.

Alan McDermott’s newest novel “Run and Hide” should fulfill the dreams of every conspiracy theorist who reads it. If your beliefs lie elsewhere, you may find it difficult to suspend disbelief through this entire book.

I could appreciate the tightly woven storyline that neatly wrapped all the characters together in a natural fashion. When the author first began unloading new names every chapter, I felt a bit overwhelmed and questioned how Mr. McDermott would pull it all together and have everything make sense. By the middle of the book, however, he deftly roped in all the characters and tied them neatly together. This was the five-star element of the book.

Unfortunately, other aspects weren’t given the same top-notch treatment. Main character Eva Driscoll is skimpily drawn. We know little about her except what we see when she is in action: a smart, cold, calculating woman whose skills place her in superhero status. Eva’s prowess is matched by Henry Langton, a shadowy person who, through his masquerade as a philanthropist, actually is the most powerful person in the world. This sets up the classic match between the female superhero and a super-villain. This is great fodder for comic book fans, but not for readers looking for a serious thriller.

On numerous occasions, scenes are “rewound” so that readers first see it through the perspective of Eva and her partners and then once again through the eyes of their adversaries. While this can be a way to introduce necessary facts, these extra chapters added nothing new to the book and only achieved slowing the pacing of the story. If the author felt it was important to see both views, flipping back and forth in real time would have been more effective. Forcing the reader to relive several events twice served no purpose.

The ending was anticlimactic as I felt the author inserted his own spoiler, leaving readers nothing to do until they reach the expected finish. Although Mr. McDermott sets up for a second book, “Run and Hide” stands on its own as a complete story. While this book was okay, I found it over the top and difficult to believe as well as identify with the main characters, and probably will pass on the next offering. Three stars.

Before I start with my review, I have to be honest here and say I'm probably not the right target group for this one. While I like my thrillers fast and action-packed, it becomes pretty obvious early on that Run And Hide is basically a male-focused story and some of the comments included can come over as sexist. This probably has had a negative influence on my opinion and I do think male readers who like fast spy and action thrillers will have a lot better time than I did with this story. But let's talk a bit further about my own experience with this story. Besides the sometimes crude comments and other possibly sexist references, I had a hard time connecting to the writing style in general. This made it harder to fully focus on the story and keep myself invested in the plot. The plot itself was a little too much for me and not credible at all, but I guess it would probably make for a perfect Hollywood blockbuster action movie. Over the top, extreme, with a lot of gun action and fighting scenes... National safety at stake and a conspiracy plot and all; oh yes, Run And Hide would probably translate very well to the screen. As a book I wasn't too sure the story actually worked though. There were too many different storylines and POVs for me, making it hard tracking them all and figuring out who is who. While most of them turned out to be important to the plot, I would have preferred less POVs and a more indirect introduction instead. The main characters have potential, but I personally wasn't convinced by how Eva Driscoll was described. Again, this might have just been me not belonging to the intended target group though. Overall I was fully expecting to enjoy this story better, especially since I like a healthy dose of action scenes, but sadly Run And Hide wasn't for me.

Run And Hide is fast, ruthless and lethal. I'm positive the right target group will absolutely love this action-packed spy thriller that reads like a blockbuster action movie. I myself had problems with both the credibility, male-focused comments and writing style in general, but like I said before that might just be me not being the right target group for this one. If you are able to connect to the writing style, you won't find a boring minute in this story.

I love a strong heroine who doesn't come across as hard and brittle, Eva Driscoll is just such a heroine. She's smart and crafty without losing any of her humanity.

Great suspense and good character development, I felt the tension along with the characters all the way along. They were up against impossible odds but used their wits to overcome their adversaries. This is a wonderful series and I can't wait to read the next book.

Eve Driscoll is out for revenge. Her brother was killed and she is determined to find out who was behind it. Eve is a top CIA agent who has been put on a shoot to kill list. A very powerful organization with world wide tentacles is out to stop her. She is left with very few friends to help her.

This book starts out with a bang and the action never stops. There was a spot in the book where the conspiracy theory lost me for a minute. It felt a little too political for me. I kept reading and was able to get past my issue. The book kept me interested enough to keep reading to see how the author was going to wrap it up. Thank you to net galley for an advanced readers copy.

I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Wow, I don't usually read books like this but I'm sure glad I accepted this read from the publisher. This book is full of excitement, intrigue, and adventure. What would you do if someone from the government was trying to kill you????? Run, of course..........but where do you go? Help arrives on a motorcycle and away we go!!!!! I do not like make protagonists in the books I read but Alan McDermott has changed my mind about that. Enjoy!!

You open the book and it's GO, GO, GO! Yep, this is all caps ACTION from the start and it's fun right through to the end. This has kept me amused during the intense heatwave bathing the world, which may be why it felt like a summer blockbuster from Hollywood. One of the goods ones. You know, you go for the explosions and end up enjoying the plot before you realise it.

I guess in some respects I should be disappointed, I was sold on a mysterious thriller and his really doesn't deliver much in that regard. It's not that there aren't any questions to answer, more that you're too busy riding the adrenaline wave to notice they haven't been answered. You get the odd, brief, chapter which dials it back slightly for some exposition but basically, this story focuses on what's happening in that exact moment. But, even as a lover of really dark, brooding thrillers, I did enjoy this. Sometimes you just want to kick back and relax, which this was ideal for.

Driscoll takes clear centre stage and is a bit of an anti-hero. A classic, slightly too perfect person with a few rough edges. Through her adventure, she has some equally spot-on associates. The too smart to be appreciated computer genius, the ask no questions criminal contacts who can supply anything and everything, the old flames left in her wake... you can identify everyone. Even down to the blacked out Jeeps for the people chasing her. Despite the obvious tropes of these characters, anyone of any significance does avoid being two dimensional though. There are backstories that tie people together cleverly. Small details that humanise them and make it all fall into place. There's clever distraction too, and that does add a slight mystery flavour.

The plot is a nice balance between not being too convoluted and not being too simple, although it is nearer the simple end of the spectrum. It's perfect for a plane or train, or a lunch in the park. There are numerous good break points alongside the healthy dose of must-read page-turning scenes so you can manage the reading comfortably.

All in all, it's a fun and enjoyable action story. You won't be scratching your head or working on cracking the case yourself, but you can enjoy the adventure because it does that wonderfully and then delivers an extra dose of pleasure on top.

Another great read. A political thriller filled with action and a cast of characters the reader will want to follow in the future. The villains are BIG Money and are secretly running the country. Our heroine is a former CIA agent/assassin who is looking for the people responsible for her brother’s death. She links up with a former member of Special Forces who is also on the kill list and who was her brother’s friend. The interaction between them and the few others they bring into their group is grabbing and will keep any reader up late. Thanks to Net Galley and Thomas and Mercer for an ARC for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book - pure James Bond/Jason Borne/Mission Impossible type escapism, with a far-fetched conspiracy theory underlying it. Or, looking at the world today, maybe not so far-fetched! From the very beginning, this story gripped me.
If you need an exceptionally entertaining break from reality, with well written prose and interesting characters, I cannot recommend this book highly enough.
There were a number of peripheral characters, that I thought would be developed - maybe they will feature in future books by Alan McDermott.
I will be seeking out other books by Alan McDermott, as he has real talent.

WOW!
Once you start this book, hang on to something. You will be going on a fast paced ride.
The action starts and never lets up!
It stops at the end but just enough for you to get a breath and look to purchase the next.
It seems to be a part of a series but this is a complete book. You are not left upset because the action stopped in the middle of the climactic ending. Well written story

Truly thrilling conspiracy filled spy novel. A highly trained operative takes on the black ops government when they have her war hero brother assasinated. With the last remaining member of her brothers squad, her former CIA compatriot and a whole lot of attitude, this well written book keeps you on the edge of your seat until the last page. Highly recommend

This story is scary because it could really happen. If you are intrigued, you can read and review it via NetGalley or wait until 22 Aug 2018 for it to go live. Be aware that there is violence as well as adult language and situations that if you are sensitive to, you might wish to stay away from this story.

Rees Colback, former Special Forces, and Eva Driscoll, Special Operator, meet in an unconventional way. That happens when someone is out to take you down. It will take their combined skills and her connections to figure out the why and who.

I really enjoyed the character development. The "good guys" weren't perfect or superheroes. The "bad guys" were not stupid but stuff happens to frustrate their efforts. Their reactions are equal to their skill level.

Eva and Rees are awesome characters. I definitely want to see more books with them. One of the best books I have read in a while

Action packed and fast paced from start to finish. Eva is a great character who dominates the book as she tries to find the truth as to why her brother was killed by helping Colback who is the next target. The book is left leaving us thinking there may be another. I hope so!

Eva, the feisty main protagonist in the story, is a former assassin for the CIA. She believes she has been killing the enemies of her country. When her brother is killed, she questions her whole basis of her previous life and finds things are not as she’d thought. This is a brilliant conspiracy theory novel. Taking a stand, she finds things get worse for her, and the ex-soldier who shares her task. She’s a resourceful woman and we go from thinking she’ll make it to fearing she’s doomed – and back. Bringing in an old lover of hers was a master stroke from author Alan McDermott. He has always written an exciting novel. Here, he’s surpassed himself. A brilliant read.

An exciting story. What do you do to fight the wealthiest men in the world who seem to control the world? Just get the few best people together. A little gory toward the end, but a fast-paced book that reads quickly.

Great book, action-filled from the first page. If you love the heart pounding feeling of being chased, looking over your shoulder and seeing big brother right behind you, this book is for you. Not to give anything away, but just want to say I don't want to believe a select few people can have the power to have citizens eliminated by our government. Overall a good book, kept my attention and couldn't put it down.

Eva Driscoll is CIA and she has served her country by taking out those who would harm the USA. She is watching Rees Colback, one of her brother’s former Special Forces squad team members, when he is nearly abducted from a New York street. He is able to get away and she follows him and rescues him. She tells him that her brother was found dead of a faked overdose suicide and he was to be next. They team up to find out who is after him and now her since she has gone rogue. Eva Driscoll is a trained badass and she will not give up until she finds out who murdered her brother. Mr. McDermott has written a faced pace action, suspense and mystery that will grab your attention from the very first page. He is also the author of the “Tom Gray” books and we will catch up with Tom and Andrew from that series. A thrill ride that you won’t want to miss! I look forward to the next book in the Eva Driscoll series. I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to give an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)

Although there are conspiracy elements to this book, I found it exciting and interesting. Books such as this one aren't my usual choice, but when it was offered I decided to give it a try and i'm glad that I did.

Revenge, a dish best served with lethal force. Eva Driscoll has been trained to be a lethal force to be reckoned with and when her Special Forces brother is murdered in a cover up operation, she will stop at nothing to expose the truth, but is she ready to face a foe so formidable it has the government in its pocket?

RUN AND HIDE by Alan McDermott is for those conspiracy lovers who want that over-the-top action, the dark and dirty secrets of power exposed and a heroine who will stop at nothing in a cat and mouse game of survival against the government machine.

Eva was trained to kill for her country, but has she been betrayed by the very government she swore to protect? Where does the true power come from? Could it be true that the greed of powerful businessmen pulled her strings, too? Are they behind her brother’s “suicide?” Never mess with family, never…

Dark, gritty, full-throttle action is packed in from start to finish as Eva and her collection of unlikely allies take on the monsters pulling the world’s strings, but this time those monsters just may get hung by the very strings they manipulate.

Eva is that heroine who is faster than a speeding bullet, able to out think the enemy and survive against all odds. Hey! This is fiction, and if one lets go of reality, who is to say, there aren’t people out there just like Eva? Rapid-fire pacing, hard-hitting action and the imagination of a very talented author made this one fly past at the speed of light, all while keeping us wondering what will Eva do next!?!

I received a complimentary ARC edition from Thomas & Mercer!

Series: Eva Driscoll Thriller - Book 1
Publisher: Thomas & Mercer (August 22, 2018)
Publication Date: August 22, 2018
Genre: Suspense | Thriller
Print Length: 304 pages
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Alan McDermott is the author of the Tom Gray Series and while Tom makes a brief appearance in this book, it's Sonny and Len who see the action.

Called in to assist CIA trained Eva Driscoll who regularly and ruthlessly tracks down bad guys but has now stuck her nose in someone very high up's business.

She knows her brother would never commit suicide and when other members of his unit start dying, she will stop at nothing to find out who and why this is happening and get justice for her brother.

If you like conspiracy theories, and who doesn't, this is right up your alley. I know I have had a few of these thoughts myself and this book could not be more timely.

Eva is an interesting character and I would have loved to have known more about her. Her character is the one that stuck closest to a CIA operative. A ghost. We know nothing about her.

The same events told from the perspective of the good guys and then the bad guys was a bit much. And the ending was a forgone conclusion.

I really liked the interaction with Sonny and Len. And I enjoyed the book.



Netgalley/Thomas and Mercer August 22, 2018

You need to keep your wits about you when reading this super fast-paced thriller where the unbelievable happens. Eva Driscoll enlists help from two of Toms old crew when her brother is said to have committed suicide, she is convinced that he would never have taken his own life and this is confirmed when other members of his team are confirmed dead. She is determined to get answers but has no idea what she is up against.

This book is full of non-stop action. An army unit is being killed off in civilian life. The sister of one of the guys, Eva is after the group. She saves the life of Colback the last of the unit her brother was in.
they go after the shadowy group that is running the country and most of the world. Eva is badass and shows how smart she is as she goes up against this shadow group.

I enjoyed the writing and the people who came to help them. There was unexpected help from all sides.

lots of action and double crosses. thank you, Net Galley, for giving me a chance to find a new author.
Loved the end. hope to read more about this ragtag group.

This is a top shelf, master spy thriller by Alan McDermott.
Run and Hide takes off at warp speed and only slows down now and then for you to catch a breath before zooming off again.
I hope there is a sequel to Run and Hide!
Five solid stars.

Rees Colback, a marked man not knowing someone decided to end his life. Retired from the CIA because of an injury and finds that all of his former men coworkers that worked with him are all dead now. He is trying to escape from the CIa that is chasing him and can't figure out why when he is rescued by his best friends sister a CIA agent that wants to find out who killed her brother. A lot of action and a very intense story with twists and turns to the end!

Thank you NetGalley and Thomas & Mercer for this arc.

A great beach read book. Better than most political conspiracy / revenge driven type books. Lots and lost of action. A little techno-babble, but not enough to measurably slow the story down. While I've read this same type story innumerable times in the past, it's the characters that make this book. Especially Eva. Given the teaser thrown in at the very end, I suspect this is just the beginning of a series. If so, I'll definitely be looking for the next one.

3.5 stars rounded up.

My first book by Alan McDermott. Grabbed me before I finished page one. Read it straight through and then started reading the Tom Gray series in anticipation of what else the author has penned. Wow! Not disappointed! This is a stand alone book with a few characters from the Tom Gray series appearing, but I didn't realize that when I read it pre-Tom Gray, and it didn't matter at all. I can't wait for the authors next book. Great read from a creative and talented writer.

Eva is a long and loyal serving solder for the CIA, well that's what she thought anyway, however one of her brothers friends life may be at risk and sticking her neck out only shows what that loyalty really means. But is this a personal battle of a very competitive lady or is there anything a lot deeper going on, not prone to the they are out to get me brigade make this a great thriller. As is a must for any thriller to work there has to be a number of twists and turns this you won't be disappointed in. The strength of our heroes can leave the enemy wanting and can avoid over doing the blood and gore, but the blood spillage and body count is not low. For that to make sense you will need to read the book. I don't think you will be disappointed as this book has a lot going for it and I love way Alan has ended this story and I'm sure you will want to read a lot more of his books. Our heroes are real action pack hero's that put super heroes to shame, as these are pure purpose driven and focused driven that makes them the sort that many will have dreamed of once having out grown the super hero stage of life (will let you know when I get there) but with a desire to right the wrong. However first you have to know who is the right and who is in the wrong. Enjoy this trip of discovery and see where the halo falls.
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This is my kind of story. Lately I've been reading other types of books and I'm so glad I picked Alan McDermott’s newest book to read next. Where have I been? This is the first book I’ve read by this author and I couldn’t put it down.

I loved the plot and the main character, Eva Driscoll. She is tough and smart and great at her job, which is basically killing people for the wrong reasons, she finds out in this story. I appreciate the author’s knowledge of weapons, politics and history. The book definitely kept me guessing – the story line has many twists and turns, of which some really surprised me. If there is a book two, I will be reading it!!

Fast paced action packed "page turner" book. Characters are well developed. 'Government within the government cabal is reminiscent of "the X Files smoking man" minus the aliens, "The Blacklist " TV series or "Illuminati"stories. Conspiracy theorists will enjoy this book. Primed for a follow up book with this theme and characters.

This book was given to me by NetGalley for a fair review.

I found this book to be exciting and thought provoking. The plot and action continue to flow through out the entire book. I was captivated at the idea of one group (ESO) running the world with all the power to make wars happen and have anyone killed with a snap of their fingers, and the lengths they go to while keeping it all under wraps.
I hope that Mr. McDermott has more of these books coming out as I would love to follow these characters as a group working together.

Excellent, excellent, excellent. So much action! I could not put it down. I just had to know what was going to happen next. This is a perfect example of a first class thriller. Totally loved it.

An Interesting book. The idea that there is a group of very, very rich men ruling the world? Ridiculous - isn't it? I'm not so sure after reading this book. Lots of killing and car crashes for those who love them. Spies hunting spies, black operators hunting black operators.

Really enjoyed it. Makes you think about the world today - well it made me think anyway!

Read three chapters and gave up. I enjoy thrillers, but when the heroes (or villains) have over-the-top capabilities, I find that just plain boring.

Run and Hide by Alan McDermott is an high octane thriller that never stops from the beginning to the end.

The main character is Eva Driscoll who is trying to avenge the murder of her brother as she battles a secretive organisation who have fingers in a lot of pies.

The book is a nice easy read if you like this type of thriller

Recommended

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to preview Run and Hide by Alan McDermott. This may be Book 1 of a series because the ending was open ended.
If you like conspiracy theory, the government is out to get you, books, this is the book for you. Lots of action with some suspense.
Characters were ok, and some of this was just not believeable. All in all, if you like this type of book, it will get your juices flowing.

My heart was in my throat from start to finish on this novel.. it’s very high intensity, but people will read all night to find out what happens next. It has CIA operatives, foreign agents, super rich bad guys and a great conspiracy plot.. I’m not sure I could read McDermott really often, but he certainly did keep my attention.. it’s a remarkable plot, and in places almost too real to contemplate. Thriller fans are going to love this one.

A fast paced action thriller! Although this isn’t my typical kind of book to read, I did enjoy it.

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to preview Run and Hide by Alan McDermott. This is a fast paced conspiracy theory type of book. I really struggled to want to read it though. I read a few fellow reviews to see if I could pinpoint what my lack of interest was and I agree with other reviewers that there was no character development. You are tossed right into these fast car chases with over the top action. I love thrillers and suspense but I like some more substance too.

A government secret assassin discovers that her brother has been murdered and on further investigation that his comrades in a special forces unit seems to has been pick off one by one. She manages to save the sole survivor as he about to be targeted. There after follows a story of her wits matched against superior odds that are determined to eliminate her and her companions while she is determined to win though and track down the secret organisation behind it all. A most thrilling story involving high politics and rick rollicking action with the heroes just surviving to live another day

I love this book, characters were well developed. The plot had many twist and turns. Great read., cannot wait for the next book..

"Run and Hide" presents a troop of characters who quickly get to grips with providing solutions to any conceivable problem. The unrelenting scheming keeps pace with the rate Eva Driscoll dispatches these problems, which is carried out with stealth and efficiency.

Eva is just one of the many pawns in this mammoth game of political chess - but now she has a personal quest: to obtain answers and ultimately justice for her murdered brother. People will be held accountable – whoever they are, whatever their position, and at any cost. Even those pulling the strings at the highest level who ironically display the lowest regard for everyone else.

The hazards are plentiful, the feats impressive, the group dynamic... maybe not so much. Although Eva’s unfaltering and effective kick-ass attitude met every challenge head on, the crowd of people that builds around her immediate circle and beyond grows considerably preventing me from getting to know anyone else in any great detail, and consequently believing in them.

Probably best to just sit back and enjoy the ride with this one. But expect a steadily rising body count and no mercy.

*** ACTUAL RATING: 3.5 / 5 ***

Meet Eva Driscoll, Woman On A Mission

Eva is hunting a man on a busy New York street, and it seems she has marked him for death. But soon you learn that all is not what is seems. Rees Colback is the target, having left the army for a job opportunity in New York City. Soon his Special Forces sixth sense kicks in and he realizes he is being stalked.

Thus begins Run and Hide, a book you will be immersed in as you learn how the evil plot unfolds. It is a wild ride, with unbelievable turns that slowly reveal the unimaginable truth and clever moves that it takes to reach the inevitable confrontation of good and evil. Captivating from the very first chapter, Alan McDermott has created another thriller that draws you into the plot quickly and never lets you go.

Thank you, NetGalley, for a free advance copy of this novel in exchange for my honest review.

I am not big on government based books but I really enjoyed this book and had to finish to see happened to Eva and her crew, definitely would have been 5 star review if not for killing a bunch of kids. Not necessary.

I would like to thank Amazon Publishing UK, Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read ‘Run And Hide’ by Alan McDermott in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
The Executive Security Office controls security in the US and Eva Driscoll who’s worked for the CIA believes they were responsible for the faked suicide of her brother Jeff and his friend Danny. Eva watches as Rees Colback is chased through Manhattan by men in a black SUV and as Rees worked for Special Forces in Afghanistan with Jeff and Danny there’s a good chance those chasing him are also responsible for the death of her brother. She rescues Rees and together they attempt to work out why the ESO has marked them for elimination. Can they discover the truth before they’re caught?
‘Run And Hide’ comes across as an exciting and fast-paced thriller with a well-executed plot and twists and turns. A big disappointment however are the characters who I didn’t find believable and although I kept going in the hope I was eventually going to enjoy it, I struggled to get to the end and called it a day half-way through. I’m sure a lot of readers will love this type of thriller but I’m afraid I’m not one of them.

Interesting story and good characters. It took a few chapters to keep all the characters straight, but it was worth it. The plot twists were great -- right to the end.

It's no secret that I am a major fan of this author since he self published his first book, Gray Justice, in 2011 and was overjoyed when he was picked up by a publisher. I have loved every one of Tom Gray's subsequent adventures, along with the author's other book Trojan. So, I was over the moon when I heard he had started a new series. But... Would I like it? How would it compare to Tom? So, it was with a fair bit of trepidation that I started this, the first in the Eva Driscoll series. Obviously, you'll have already guessed from my 5 star rating that I. Loved. This. Book! Yes, Tom has a wee cameo in it and Sonny and Len do star a bit so I wasn't completely in uncharted waters for my entire journey, giving the book a familiar feel character-wise. But it was the tight plotting, the attention to detail and research that really sets this author out from the crowd. I don't know where he gets his ideas from but they all contain current themes, skilfully interwoven around fiction. Fiction that is so credible that these books mostly scare the pants off me as there is nothing included that couldn't happen (or possible already does happen) in real life.
Having Sonny and Len in this book did help the balance of characters as Eva herself is a bit enigmatic. We get to know a bit about her past but the rest of what we read about her is action all the way. Given who she is and what she has done and is indeed going to do in this book, it's hardly surprising that you don't really get to go under her skin in this, her first outing. But, that said, I connected to her right from the off, and was well able to take her at face value, so none of that really mattered to me in this book. As the plot develops, you really get to understand why she is so closed. Spoilers obviously prevent me illustrating this here though.
Obviously, knowing this author and the way he sucks me into his books, I planned my reading accordingly, on a day where I could read start to finish with out interruptions. That turned out to be a great plan as it soon became obvious that I really wouldn't have liked to have put it down for anything longer than comfort breaks, coffee replenishment and a quick snack!
The action takes place mostly in the USA. I've never been to New York but I have heard from others that it is realistic so I'll have to take that on face value. But again, knowing this author and his attention to detail, I am happy to accept this as truth. I also loved the political aspects of this book, scarily believable like all his books, maybe too much so. I wonder if he has to watch his six when he is out and about these days?
There are a lot of supporting cast to be found but that didn't faze me as they were all quite distinct and we got to know them well enough throughout the book as the plot developed. It probably helped that quite a few were already known to me from the author's previous books, whether that would be a hindrance to others, I can't say. I'm also not always the biggest fan of characters crossing series, especially for continuity (they do this more and more on TV with CSI and NCIS and the like these days and it irks me if I'm not in the same place with the crossover program) but again, as I am all caught up with the Tom Gray series and have read Trojan, I'm OK with it here.
It really is action packed all the way, although it has to be mentioned that the action complements rather than overshadows the plot, and then, at the end, when the dust is beginning to settle, the author throws a bone in. Not a cliffhanger by the way, this is a complete story in itself. It's more of a teaser, setting things up for what I hope will be an equally brilliant second outing for Eva. One which I am really hanging to read.
My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.

Superb thriller.
I hadn't read anything by the author before but I was looking forward to it as the reviews were good.
Drew me in from page one and found myself itching to getting back to it every time I had to put it down.
Excellent construction with very likable characters (Oh boy, how much would I love to have Eve's capabilities!) and a plot that never loses pace.
Already looking for more titles by this author.
A weekend well spent on this one. Many thanks.

The perfect blend of suspense, thriller, conspiracy mystery, and set up to a new franchise! I loved every moment of this book. The characters were unique, the plot compelling, and the stakes high. Eva is certainly not one to be messed with! I shot through the book in about two days - I couldn't put it down! Highly recommended to fans of Lee Child or James Patterson.

I enjoyed this fast paced action packed thriller and the heroine Eva Driscoll. It held my interest from page one and I am looking forward to reading the second Eva Driscoll book.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy and chance to review this book. Eva Driscoll has worked as a CIA operative in covert operations. When her brother dies and it is listed as suicide she sees many things that indicate that it was staged to look that way. She then takes on the job of determining what really happened and has to determine who she can trust or not.

I enjoyed this book. It was a new and fresh story line. It seems like this is the first book in a new series and am looking forward to the next book.

We are following the story of CIA trained Eva Driscoll, who is avenging her brother's murder, with the help of the only member of her brother's Special Forces squad hasn't been murdered yet. Eva needs to find out why her brother and his squad have been targeted and she is determined to kill the people behind this conspiracy, before those people kill her.

I can have trouble keeping up with the action when there is a lot of fast paced shooting, but throughout all the action scenes, they were so well written that I could visualize them as they happened. There is a second book that will continue Eva's search for the people behind this conspiracy and I'll be sure to read that book when it is published.

I do think Eva seemed too "perfect" despite her flaws. She is this superwoman who can outwit the best, despite being in situations that appear to be overwhelming. I set that aside and just went with the flow of the book, accepting that Eva is so good at what she does that there is no way I can understand just how everything can come together so well. I'm pretty sure Eva would make a great female James Bond.

Thank you to Alan McDermott. Amazon Publishing UK, Thomas & Mercer, and NetGalley, for this ARC.

One tough female who is equal to any bodyguard.High interest, full of action, and surprising character choices. Love reading a thriller where the heroine saves the day!

Again, thanks to Netgalley for the copy. What a well written thriller I hardly could put aside. An unexpected end with the right twist to wish for the story to continue. I only can reccomend it to read

I have read several of Alan McDermott's books and this one is one of his best in my opinion. I read the book from start to finish in one sitting which is quite unusual for me. The storyline is strong, the characters very believable, and the plot quite plausible. Having enjoyed this book so much, I am now going to revisit all the other title's I haven't read and start on those as well. Thoroughly recommended for a nice easy read that will keep you turning the pages until the end.

This suspense and action-packed thriller rockets along at top speed and is the perfect summer read. I really enjoyed the lead character, Eva Driscoll, and the secondary characters were great supporting elements. The author evokes the various sections of the country as if he had lived there. The ending was a surprise! My only complaint is it the story ended too soon and left me hanging. Hopefully there will be more from Driscoll by Alan McDermott. Thanks to #netgalley for the advance read of #runandhide

This is not really my genre, but I will admit that it is a fun and interesting departure. As far as I'm concerned, all the characters are believable, if not all of the action. Just a few instances, near the end, are reminiscent of a popular action-movie series, and a very good one at that.

Eva Driscoll, the female lead and leader of the pack of CIA/MI5 operatives, is clever and capable. The male characters perfectly fit their roles, as does Henry Langton, the very credible villain. Eva and her crew are out to claim the lives of those who took her brother's life. The story is enriched by the military vs rich-men-in-power chase. At odd intervals during the fast-paced reading of Run and Hide, it's difficult to tell whether one is reading a book, watching a movie, or tuned in to the latest news!

There is a modicum of strong language and at least one pretty graphic, squeamish scene; however, it fits the plot and works with the circumstances at the moment.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher. I really enjoyed the book.

Heroine's tend to turn me off. Not because there are none but they are written as just as powerful as men and its just not true. With that said I almost skipped "Run and Hide" but I really enjoyed it.\



The story is basically Eva and Rees as they outwit/fight/maneuver Mr. H. Langston. I enjoyed the paring but I got into the cons[piracy angle a lot more and was a little disappointed with the "in book #2 ending". Other than that spot the rest you will enjoy.

Just finished the first book in the Eve Driscoll series and am looking forward to reading more of this series. However, I felt that this book was talking about current/possible situations in our future. The storyline was really scary to read because it hit close to home. Reading sentences like "... had the population of the United States exactly where he wanted it. Decades of dumbing down the educations system had produced a couple of generations largely incapable of free thought. They believed what they were told because that's all they knew growing up. Listen, repeat, accept as true. Even the three most popular social media sites were pawns ... They recognized the potential at an early stage and had invested heavily in making them yet another tool in the misinformation game." It was like Alan McDermott was talking about potential/actual happenings in our world today.

With that being said, this book was a page turner. It was non-stop adventure and hopefully on some level will alert the reader to keeping abreast with what is going on in the world today. Once you start reading you won't be able to stop. It's like being on a roller coaster. You can't get off until you finish the ride!

Thanks to Net Galley for an advanced copy in return for an honest review.

Release date: 8/22/18
My rating 3-stars /5
ARC
Thomas & Mercer/NetGalley
Series: Eva Driscoll - Bo0k 1
Genre: Thrillers/Mysteries/Government conspiracy theories

I had a hard time getting into this one. 30 chapters in and the author was still adding characters. After awhile I didn’t even try to prioritize their importance to the story and focused on just 4 of the main characters. I hate when that happens.

This read more like an action movie. We actually don’t learn a lot about protagonist Eva Driscoll, who is out to find out why her brother was murdered and made to look like an accident. She’s been in the business long enough to know things aren’t always what they seem. Apparently she is a rogue assassin with a tough exterior, a female superhero skill-set, and an agenda.

Never having read this author before I didn’t know what to expect. I love thrillers, but somehow this came across as contrived and unrealistic in parts. This plot line might be a good screenplay but not for serious thriller readers. The characters weren’t developed well enough for this reader to care what the final outcome was. The ending was anticlimactic, and though the author sets this up for continuation in a second book, I most likely will pass. Thanking NetGalley for the opportunity to provide an honest review.

What an intense and interesting story! I had never read Alan McDermott before but I’m sure it will not be the last time I read one of his books! Thanks Alan!

A very exciting read! Conspiracy, espionage, suspense and plot twists create a thriller you hate to put down.

Rees Colback has come to New York to take a job at a security firm run by his friend. After years of Special Forces and being in war zones he is ready for a quieter life. Yet, someone has different plans for him.

Rees self-preservation and training kick in when he is attacked on the street by armed men in a Black SUV. He is aided in his getaway by Eva Driscoll who picked him up as she sped by on a motorcycle.

This begins their alliance as they search to find out who wants them dead and why. As they uncover murder, lies, and government scandals they are led to the one man who is responsible for it all. But can they get to him? And at what cost?

Thank you Netgalley and Alan McDermott for a chance to preview this book.

This is a bit over the top where the nonstop action is concerned but not as bad as some movies and books of this type.
If you like conspiracies you going to love the story. The conspiracies are well defined and not so far fetched that they could not be a reality. Just have a closer look at some of the world leaders and corrupt governments. Face it greed for more wealth plays a big role in some of the actions been taken all over the world. This book is fast paced so you will not get bored. I read this in two days because it was hard to put it down. The book itself comes to a conclusion but leave it so that there can be a following up to what comes next. I'll be looking for the next book and hope care will be taken to develop the five main characters more as individual personalities. Lots of possibilities.

I was ready to read a CIA-type thriller and looked forward to reading Run and Hide. The first chapters had a nice pace that kept me wanting to turn the page. There was just the right mix of excitement and character introduction that I like. Eva Driscoll is a strong character, which I appreciated, What started out "tight" started to loosen and unravel as more and more characters were introduced further into the story. It became too implausible about two-thirds into the book. At that point, my mind designed its own outcome, which was not too far from the truth. For what it is, it was a good, quick summer/beach read.

This is touted as book #1. Would I read #2? Possibly.

Thank you NetGalley for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

A high pace thrillers. Eva Driscoll, a CIA operative is out for revenge when her brother who was in the special forces was killed. Her suspicions over his death intensifies when other members of his platoon are killed too. Leaving one member left, Rees Colbert. Together they join up, using their skills to get to the truth. Good story, plenty of action. Fasten your seatbelt now!!

Funny thing, usually the first book in a series is character development driven with the rest of the story as a background. For that reason, I usually give them a little leeway. Well, in Run and Hide exactly the opposite happened. From the very first page, the action started with a bang, well almost a bang, but you get my point, and ran almost non-stop until the very end. We learned very little about the characters in the book. Supposedly Eva Driscoll is our main character but we learned as much about her as we did the other characters. That would be fine if this were a 3rd or 4th book in a series, but as a first book it left the reader a bit on the outside. I did enjoy the story and it was well thought out and written. I just miss knowing the characters. Other than thinking Eva could give Jason Bourne or Ethan Hunt a run for their money, I don't really know her. I hope we get to learn more about her in subsequent books. I'll take the chance.

This felt more like reading a action movie script than a novel. Which some might enjoy, for me I was frustrated that I didn’t learn more about the MC’s. I felt like their personal stories were pushed aside to tell the story about an all-powerful group of people who believe they control the world. But the “heroes” we don’t learn much about them.
There are a lot of characters and at times it could be too much. That said, as you read you discover their role in the story. The problem with that many characters is as reader I never had a chance to connect with any of them. They all felt very flat and stereotypical.
The pace was quick and for the most part kept me engaged but I never really got into it. Personally, I would have loved to learn more about Eva. She’s an interesting character but we’re left with more questions about her than answers. I love a strong female character but I really wanted more of her. Her team. I guess I’m just stuck on the fact that there was not character growth. This is Mission Impossible with a female MC – if you like action and violence and don’t need the character details then I would highly recommend it.
Thank you Thomas & Mercer and NetGalley for sending me a pre-publication copy in exchange for my honest review.

Crazy good! Lots of action and drama. Clearly this author has either done his homework and/or has his own personal experiences that lend a credibility to this story and his passion for the topic shows in his work. This was a great read that left me wanting to hear more (and the end of the story makes it clear that more is to come!).

First book I've read by this author and I will be reading the rest of his books now. Fast paced, action filled, on the edge of your seat ride. Well written, characters developed beautifully. Imagery written to encapsulate you within the world of this book.

I have to admit that I was pleasantly surprised at how well written this female MC was. Usually, when reading a spy book with a femal MC, she starts off strong and independent but ends up needing a "knight in shining Kevlar" to save her in the end or fulfill her emotionally. Eva didn't need anyone. She's a consistent character throughout the book, never wavering in her strength or ferocity. She's the backbone of a team that consists of four other incredibly talented men all looking towards her for leadership. It was a refreshing take on a spy novel and I loved the inclusion of the complicity of heads of state, finance and government with a scandal spanning all depths across the nation. It geniously intertwined classic political scandal with modern social media influence. I hope there is more Eva in the future.

Generally I avoid giving feedback unless I can say something positive, but I'm going to make an exception for this book. It is simply so awful that every reader who appreciates a good thriller needs to be warned off. I've given it two stars rather than one in recognition of the near miracle that somebody actually got this piece of crap published.

CIA wet work specialist Eva Driscoll and her long-time geek buddy Farooq Naser combine forces in an effort to find the killers of her brother, joined by a couple of Brit spook friends from the past and an endangered newcomer, Rees Colback. And Eva is going to need all the help she can get. The reach of her adversaries is world wide, and she is fast running out of places to hide.

This series is exciting. The pace is double time but that's ok, as it's a book you will find it hard to put aside. I can't wait for number two. Alan McDermott writes a fast paced tale with lots of attention to detail and his characters are well defined. I was pleased to see he has several novels out there I can catch up on.

I received a free electronic copy of this novel from Netgalley, Alan McDermott, and Thomas & Mercer in exchange for an honest review. Thank you all for sharing your hard work with me.

If you want a badass female on the level of James Bond (minus the sex), Eva Driscoll is your girl. Trained in the CIA, she is an assassin that wants to avenge her brother's death.

I found her to be an amazing character. She's extremely analytical, but also still makes mistakes. The other characters were great, other than Rees. He's supposed to be the one she teams up with, but after the first couple chapters he seems to be a mostly back seat character. And for an ex-soldier, he seemed reasonably stupid at moments.

Definitely be prepared for this to read like an action/spy movie. Some may not enjoy that, but for me it was thrilling. I kinda saw part of the ending coming though.... So here's hoping some characters are skeptical in the next book!

Non stop action. Thriller, suspense, mystery, government spies, CIA, black ops, off the books. Heroes! Black and white, good and evil? No , tarnished human beings, striving to do good, yes. This book has it all. This is not a easy run on through read. This is intense, adult book with NON STOP ACTION. I needed down time when I finished. It made me think, it made me feel. Some of it is plausible, therefore scary! Thank you for the arc and the opportunity to find a new author! All thoughts an opinions are my own.

What a ride! This action packed read will definitely hold your attention. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a fast paced read. I enjoyed reading this one.

When I started reading this, I didn’t realise this was the author of the Tom Gray series, which I read ages ago and thoroughly enjoyed, and this is no exception. I was pleased that Tom Gray played an active part in the story as I love a good conspiracy theory. It’s faced paced with plenty to keep the reader entertained. I, for one, am sure there’s more to Government departments than we will ever know. Why do we trust them, I’m think they are capable of horrendous doings!

This book moves along at a cracking pace, the main characters are very likeable and it really does keep the pages turning. There are quite a few characters in this book, but they all come together very quickly, and it’s easy to follow what’s going on. There is never a dull moment and it’s certainly not boring. It was a very different type of crime novel, in that the ESO were the criminals and it was like a James Bond movie, with Driscoll as the heroine.

Some readers appear not to have liked the ending, but really, as this was book 1 which other way could it have ended. I’m not saying any more otherwise it will spoil it.

A fast and furious thriller with an engaging female protagonist in the person of Eva Driscoll. It is really refreshing to have such a strong female character in a genre which is so often male dominated. Excellent work Mr McDermott!

This is a roller-coaster of a read in which Eva and her companions are hunted by the American security forces. Eva is trying to find out why her brother has been murdered and joins forces with his old soldier colleague Colback who it appears is also on the spooks’ hit list.

There are dark forces at work in the form of the shadowy organisation ESO who seem to control everything. Can Eva and Colback survive the hunt and find answers to their questions?

I raced through the novel and I suspect there is going to be a sequel. Can’t wait!

I received a complimentary copy of the book from NetGalley and publisher in exchange for an honest review. Thank you.

Run and Hide by Alan McDermott grabbed my attention right away from the first few pages and kept it throughout the entire book! From the first few pages, I quickly gather that Rees Colback is not your average man. He is a quick thinking fighting machine, which is good because everyone is after him. A last minute way out is presented to him in the form of Eva Driscoll, who appears on a motorcycle and helps him get away. The two of them start on an adventure to find out why her brother was killed and why they want Rees dead. Along the way they gather support for what becomes their fight against the ESO (Executive Security Office). The ESO is bad. Super rich, horrible men who are controlling the government, justice system, police, and the media.

What do you want in a spy novel? Action? Conspiracies? Bad guys and better good guys? A female protagonist that is so strong and powerful you find yourself looking for flaws?

The characters are pretty amazing, Eva is very much a leader and strong....actually, let me just let you know she doesn't believe in showing mercy.... She does have a big heart and we see a glimpse of that through stories told about her by her friends. Strong enough to do what needs to be done without overthinking it. She's so independent and efficient.... an improved version of Jason Stathum in one of his amazing movies. That is who she reminds me of. We all have our favorite spy characters or actors and Stathum is mine, so this is a huge compliment. I also loved Sonny and Len- I will have to check out more of McDermott's novels so I can get to know them better. They were characters that are easy to underestimate. I love that!!

The writing is good... back and forth between different perspectives...and the conspiracy is one of the better ones I have read in a long time. Very believable...kind of looking around wondering if the ESO exists.... I definitely recommend it and look forward to reading more Eva Driskoll novels in the future. (Hoping for more character development there too).

Thank you to NetGalley, Alan McDermott, and Amazon Publishing UK for an advanced reader's copy to review. Thank you for your hard work! As always, my opinions are my own.

This is an easy read fast paced thriller!
Members of an Army unit are being killed, a sister of one and one of the unit members still alive. Are trying to find out why they are being killed. While try and stay a one step ahead of very powerful organizations with world wide tentacles. That are trying to stop them from finding out the reason why!
It has lots of action from the start until the end, do they find out the reason before they are killed?

Intriguing story. Well developed characters. Lots od twists that will keep you reading until the end. Makes you wonder about all the corruption in the government.

Run and Hide was an ok book. I was pretty confused with all the characters and the chaos and the action was non-stop. It jumped from one character to another and one POV to another. I had to re-read several parts to understand what all was going on.

I did like the way the author had a female badass as a main character. Her character was strong and smart.

I would probably give this author another chance, this was the first book of Alan McDermott's that I have read.

I thought there was good character development and I particularly liked Eva Driscoll and Henry Langton. The plot focuses on a group called the Executive Security Office (ESO) who is the power behind the White House, controls the media (both liberal and conservative media), decides when and where wars occur, controls the global money supply, chooses the American president (usually), causes financial crises, etc. The ESO has arranged the death of Jeff Driscoll (Eva's brother) and is seeking to eliminate Rees Colback, former Green Beret and friend of Jeff Driscoll. The book starts off with an attempted kidnapping of Colback foiled by Driscoll and the chase continues from there, with the motive for the death of Jeff Driscoll and the attempted kidnapping of Colback slowly being revealed.. The "small group of rich white men essentially ruling the world" plot line is somewhat tired, but the author manages to make it work through the characters he created and the specific details of the ESO plot and how it has to be altered by the unexpected interference of Eva Driscoll, a rogue CIA agent. There are some unexpected plot twists that liven things up. If you like thrillers, conspiracies, and a protagonist with a dark side, this book is for you.

This is a fast-paced, action-packed thriller that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end. It was a refreshing change to see Eva take the lead in saving combat-trained warrior Rees from the men who are out to kill him, and appreciated how the two of them developed respect for each other's skills and came to work together. I received a copy of this book from NetGalley but did not promise to give it a favorable review. #NetGalley #AlanMcDermott

Compelling. Political-Action thriller. All apply, Eva has earned her status as an agent of the US government to deal with people and situations that can't be handled through standard methods. Right, she's an assassin and a good one. The Powers That Be made a huge mistake when they killed her brother and went on to the men on his military team. She is one of the few people clever, brave, and deadly enough to get those answers.

Even she can't do it alone. She recruits a too small team of exceptional men and the mission begins. This time she isn't taking orders. She's giving them.

If you like strong, capable women, you won't find one better. She finds answers she doesn't want, however, that isn't stopping her. A page-turner with plenty of action. A strong recommendation from me.
Arc provided by NetGalley, however, the review is freely given and completely my own.

This was such an addictive read. Conspiracy theories, money, greed, power, and Eva Driscoll,formerCIA. Nothing was predictable in this book. Such a great fast paced read. I just regret that I did not get more time to read to finish it faster.

Murder, corruption at the highest levels wrapped up in a fast paced thriller combining some favourite characters and a new heroine. I couldn't put this one down.

This story takes off on the very first page and doesn't slow down.

We become invested and intrigued by Rees Colback and Eva Driscoll's problem in the very first chapter. We are compelled to keep following them as they build their team to try to fight the ESO. Not an easy task when literally every government agency is tainted by ESO money.

It is interesting to see how the small team tries to circumvent all of the obstacles that are thrown in their path.

This is a fast paced thriller. I enjoyed reading this and look forward to the other Eva Driscoll books that are to follow.

If you are in the market for a thriller, give this one a try. I don't think you will be disappointed.

Run and Hide was an action packed adventure. Eva Driscoll was an excellent main character. I only pray there are some women as tough and quick thinking as her. The whole idea behind ESO is scary in that it seems totally plausible! I loved all the twists and turns but especially how it ended. I would definitely read a sequel!

Sure to be a runaway hit, this is full-throttle, topically-prescient entertainment of the highest order.

This well written book has nonstop action. Eva thought that the work that she and others were doing for the CIA was for the best interest of the country. Now that her brother and all but one of his military buddies were killed, Eva wants to know why. I don't want to spoil the book by describing the plot anymore. I received a free copy of this book from the publisher through Netgallery. This is my honest and voluntarily given review. I really liked this book and look forward to reading more in this series. It was interesting to see pivotal scenes at times through different characters' eyes. Like an Arthur Hailey book, there are many characters, but this makes for a richer story. Part of what Eva unravels could be believable today.

I thought this book was a gripping read for an action book. This is the first book I've read from Alan McDermott and I thought it was quite fascinating.

The plot was written out well and I found it to be quite a good plot. You could say that this book has some adventure in it. That will make you want to keep reading this gripping novel.

This book is a real page turner that will keep you reading the book until you finish it

Overall, this was a good read and would like to read it again someday.

Definitely a page turner...with a strong seemingly invincible female character, Eva Driscoll. I have to admit I was very squeamish when she was exacting her revenge from several adversaries. Non stop action along with unbelievable ways people use technology to destroy others. Scary but also thought provoking, especially given today’s political climate. I will have to read the next one to see if a suspected romance is in her future. Thanks to Alan McDermott, Thomas & Mercer, and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of this book, soon to be published on August 22nd.

3.5 Stars
Eva Driscoll is used to chasing down bad guys, but now the bad guys are chasing her. She knows they won’t stop until she’s dead. After her brother is killed in a faked suicide, Driscoll teams up with ex-soldier Rees Colback, the one person who can help her find answers. Together they’re determined to uncover why members of his Special Forces squad are dying in mysterious circumstances.
If you like conspiracy theory books then you’ll thoroughly enjoy this. It was a well written fast paced book that concentrated on action to the detriment of character development. I liked Eva but felt as though I didn't get to know her the same for Rees. There are twists & turns throughout the book, I also found I had to suspend belief at times but it’s fiction so I could live with that. I enjoyed the book & from the ending suspect that there will be more books to follow

My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read

This is a really good thriller. Pacy, full of action, lots on fights and chases and nefarious shadowy organisations. It's got all the elements and has been put together in a highly readable explosive book. I do recommend it if you enjoy this sort of story

This is certainly full of action - it starts from the beginning and rarely halts. McDermott displays an ability to include the gory details of murder and death but with enough description of the characters and surroundings to provide a feasible setting. The plot is fast-moving - possibly a little too much so at the beginning to feel familiar enough with the characters - but further clarifications ensure you want to continue to the end. Overall a definite recommend for lovers of action and thrillers.

Whew, what a read...... the prologue has you hooked and the chapters won’t let you go. I was drawn in by the writers ability to keep the action going at a pace that was just perfect. You really root for the protagonist here especially in the beginning when he is being chased and shot at by men in an SUV. Then he is swept up by someone on a motorcycle and then put into a trunk of another car. Ther is always something to keep you interested and wanting to know more and more. The writer weaves the story together in such a way that you feel as though you could be a part of it. If this could be made into a movie, I would be the first one to purchase tickets to see it.


Thank you so much netgalley as well as the author/publisher for giving me the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.

5++ stars ⭐️ out of 5

Thank you Thomas Mercer/NetGalley & Alan McDermott for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

My first time reading an Alan McDermott book & it definitely won't be the last! This was a fast paced thriller & held my attention throughout the entire story. When Eva, a former assassin for the CIAs, brother is murdered she is forced to figure out why and take revenge to the extreme that opens into a world of action packed storylines, attention to detail, with lots of twists & turns. I highly recommend this book!

Excellent read.... Couldn't put it down...... Non stop action....... Cant wait for the next in the series

A full of action thriller that is a page turner the whole way through. There is a lot to the fast paced plot.

Thank you to Netgalley for my copy.

Run and Hide by Alan McDermott is a fast paced, easy to read story. Characters are believable and you come to know them, I really enjoyed this book, Eva is a kickass assassin who has been marked as dispensable and rogue, conspiracy theories, more assassins and lots of action are in store for you as she helps Rees Colback (a former soldier that served with Eva's brother), as they try to unravel who killed Eva's brother and is now after Colback and Eva. Thank you Netgalley and the Publishers for allowing me to read this ARC book in turn for giving my honest opinion. I found this book to be unputdownable and I do recommend reading this!

A fast-paced gem of a book, which kept me hooked from the get-go. From my viewpoint, real characters in believable situations makes for a great plot and the plotting in this book was first class. Alan McDermott gets a gold star for the storyline as it continues to stoke my paranoia about the existence of an Uber-Government and what it gets up to serving its own self-interests.

Conspiracy, action, adventure...This book grabbed me on page one and kept me engaged. There were so many characters but I loved how the author eventually pulled them together. Eva Driscoll is a strong brilliant heroine. I can’t wait for the next installment. Thanks to Amazon Publishing UK, Thomas Mercer, and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Eva Driscoll is my spirit animal. She's a total badass and fearless protagonist, and I couldn't help but root for her success every step of the way, from beginning to end. This book paid homage to all of the conspiracy theories that everyone in some shape or form believes are real but aren't 100% sure if they should believe it and I loved that it made me question my very own beliefs. I felt like I was watching a spy thriller unfold in my head as I was reading this - so thrilling and exciting.

An action packed thriller full of intrigue. The kidnapping of a former US soldier is only foiled by a former secret agent who’s been watching out from him from afar after her own brother supposedly killed himself. What follows involves former SAS operatives, US intelligence officers,US special forces and a mysterious group of wealthy individuals. Non-stop action from the very first page.

I wanted to like this but it went too far over the top for me. It's got a fast pace but well, there is no such thing as a CIA assassin and the vast global conspiracy, while it's something you can read about, got a little too deep for me. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. I DNF but that doesn't mean others won't like it and that it wouldn't make a bad movie - with a female action hero!

Run and Hide is the first installment in new to me author Alan McDermott's Eva Driscoll series. Protagonist Eva Driscoll has been trained to be a lethal force to be reckoned with. But, after her Special Forces brother Jeff is murdered in a cover up operation, she will stop at nothing to expose the truth. But, is she ready to face a foe so formidable it has the government in its pocket? This is a fast paced, action packed story that will grip your attention from the first page and hold it right thru the disturbing ending.

In New York City, former Army Special Forces combat veteran Rees Colbeck encounters men who claim they are from Homeland Security. After escaping using techniques learned in a previous life, he escapes and a thrilling chase ensues. In a stunning reversal of fortunes, Rees finds himself being rescued by a woman who tells him that he is being hunted by those who operate and run the US government called ESO. He will learn that Eva is the sister of Jeff Driscoll who served with him, and is now dead as is the others that he worked with.

Rees has no idea why they have targeted him, or the others, but allies himself with Eva who seems as though she can more than take care of herself. In fact, Eva has a way of introducing people to fatal accidents and making others look like amateurs. Eva trained with the CIA to do wet work for them. She may be the most dangerous operative to ever live, and she knows where the bodies were buried which makes her a target for those who want to keep her from revealing everything that she knows. Eva isn't perfect. But, she is damn good at wiggling out of life and death situations.

Along with too smart to be appreciated computer genius Farooq Nasser, and two former British Mi-5 members, Sonny Baines and Len Smart who work for former SAS leader Tom Gray, the group targets a conspiracy that has its hands in ever single level of the American government, banks, and other assets as well. With a snap of their fingers, this group, led by Henry Langston, can eliminate anyone they think goes against their prosperity, and can make or break a presidential candidates chances of winning the White House.

Run and Hide is well written story with plenty of suspense and action for everyone. Eva's eyes get a rude awakening in this story. She once thought she was doing work that was in the best interest of her country. But, after she learns about her brother and the others, and looking at her own actions, she understands that she was just a piece in a much larger game that will pit her against her former agency, as well as those she once worked with. A bit of a warning. There are so many different characters who get involved in telling this story. Conspiracy theories, money, greed, power in the hands of a cabal? Yep, it's all in here.

Taut suspense novel, that kept me reading solidly until finished. Eva is out to find who killed her brother and made it look like a suicide, and more importantly why. Along the way she makes a team of sorts and gets answers to her questions. The action is good with holding the suspense aspect as the what happens next continues. Likable characters, vile villains, and lots of action carries this book, hoping we see a follow up of this story. I received from Netgalley for an honest review.

This was an action packed thriller! I look forward to reading more from this author. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy.

In the book Run and Hide, author Alan McDermot writes an edge of your seat, run for your life story full of twists and turns. Ex-soldier Rees Colback finds himself running from people who want to kill him and teams up with Eva Driscoll to survive and find out why. It is kill or be killed and the ending twist is great. Great story and I would recommend this book. Look forward to reading the next book in the series. I received a copy of this e-book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

A novel by Alan McDermott

Eva Driscoll is an assassin. Ostensibly she works for the CIA, but the reality is that she works for the Executive Security Office. This group of men hereafter referred to as ESO, run a globe-spanning conglomerate that owns just about every bank on earth. All are trillionaires several times over. With all that wealth comes control. Virtually every governmental organization in the United States including the Supreme Court is under their sway. If any newspaper or media outlet publishes a story that they don't like, the journalist responsible is likely to have a fatal "accident."

Simply put, they can dispose of anyone, just as they disposed of Eva's brother Jeff. Now she is determined that this group of oligarchs is not going to get away with it. She knows many tricks of fighting, killing, surveillance, escape and evasion, but does she know enough? Can Eva save the last member of Jeff's Special Forces team and thereby figure out why he was killed? Can she get revenge? Or will she be just another victim of the ESO?

"Run and Hide" is the first book in a new series that will turn some significant authors green with envy. It has it all; Great characters, fast action and a storyline that will challenge your thinking about where our world-spanning government surveillance apparatus is taking us. Highly recommended for aficionados of the genre.

My thanks to Thomas & Mercer, Seattle, and NetGalley for providing the ARC for review.

Alan McDermott is a new author for me and I wasn't sure what to expect. Run and Hide jumps right into action and doesn't stop until the last page! I had to force myself to put it down and take care of the family, I wanted to keep reading to see what happened to Eva and her crew. I never saw the twist at the end and now I can't wait until the next book is released!

This review is based on an ARC from NetGalley, courtesy of the publisher. All opinions are my own.

This book did not impress me. Perhaps it's because I've so recently been reading Dean Koontz's Jane Hawk series, and the similarities are unmistakable. Kick-ass heroine who is a former government agent. Check and check. Shadowy conspirators with unlimited resources pursuing her relentlessly. Check and check. Motley sidekicks whose death-defying skills triumph against near-infinite odds. Check and check.

Problem is, I found Jane Hawk believable and relatable, and her scattered, unlikely crew endearing. Not so much with Eva Driscoll. Even McDermott's conspiracy was less plausible to me, largely because the Executive Security Office was so centralized, with such unimaginable power concentrated in a single person. I mean, even fear has its limits.

So if this type of book is your cup of tea, I recommend reading the four installments (to date) of Jane Hawk series. Better research, better writing, and a story with a warm heartbeat at it center, unlike this one. (I received an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for a candid review.)

It’s been a long time since I read an action thriller, and I’d forgotten how much I enjoy them. I especially like how a well-written one can make me picture it as a movie, and this one certainly fits the bill. The action starts in the first chapter and doesn’t stop until literally the last word. The saying goes that absolute power corrupts absolutely, and that is certainly on display in this book. The plot was interesting and timely, the conflict was real and not some cartoon version of villainy. That being said, there’s no point going into deep analysis of plot and character, because this isn’t that type of book. There is not a lot of exposition. The chapters are short and the action moves quickly through them, not unlike scenes cutting from one to another in a movie. Since I keep referencing movies, I also have to say that I was casting the characters in my head as I read. This was a fun way to picture the action. It also illustrates how realistic (at least in terms of a movie) the action was written. It was nice to take a break from thinking and just go along for the ride. I’d be more than happy to read further books with these characters, so I will be keeping my eye out. Thank you to NetGalley, Amazon Publishing UK, and the author for a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Non Stop Action - Fast Paced
I love this book. It starts out with an explosion of action and the action never stops. Interesting plots about CIA agent, Eva Driscoll, who has been put on the kill list. She teams up with soldier Colbert to try to survive and find out why they are targeted. Eva is definitely out for revenge. This book is full of interesting twists and turns, a real cliff hanger. My kind of book.

The writing in this book is very good.. The story keeps you wanting more. If you like books about Jason Bourne or Espionage this is one for you. There are twist and turns and you are not sure where you will end up.

Corruption, murder, kill or be killed, protect the country against all foreign and domestic enemies, Who protects the protectors? Is the country really run by the government or people more corrupt? Nail biting, intense, non stop, riviting action. You certainly won't be disappointed with this page turner

When you’ve already got a successful series, it’s always a risk to start something new. Alan McDermott released Trojan last year, a spin-off from his great Tom Gray series, with MI5 agent, Andrew Harvey in the driving seat. This time around, Run and Hide introduces us to Eva Driscoll, a brand new American protagonist, who is not short of skills when it comes to dealing with bad guys. Or even good guys, being bad.

Run and Hide isn’t a spin-off, but it is set in the same world as Tom Gray, and hence some familiar faces make an appearance, drawing the characters’ worlds together. In this story, there are powerful forces at work, and it is soon clear that Eva Driscoll is facing more than just a rogue team.

I mentioned the risk of starting a new series. The best way of dealing with risk is to mitigate it, and Alan has used all the right ingredients to pull it off: great writer; a fantastic kick-ass protagonist in Eva Driscoll; a decent plot: and all of this wrapped up in a fast-paced novel. Great stuff!

An action-packed, fast-paced story that was well worth the time spent reading. I enjoyed everything about this book.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. My thoughts and opinions are my own and without bias.

Well, having read all of Alan McDermott's books, including his critically acclaimed 'Tom Gray' series, this manages to blow them all out of the water! Simply delicious, and a rare new series that has everything. There is something for everyone to enjoy here. I read hundreds of crime fiction/mystery/thrillers per year and I find due to that I am not rendered speechless by them anymore except on a rare occasion, but this is a whole different story, and this is that rare and delightful occasion. If I, a crime thriller junkie, adored this it will be all the more incredible to those who read the genre less than I happen to.

This book utilises the cult of conspiracy theory to create an unpredictable and perfectly paced plot. Being a lover of those theories, and what draws people to believe in them, I couldn't have enjoyed this more if I tried. One of the most captivating aspects of the novel was Eva Driscoll herself, a fierce, tenacious, strong, female lead character. This is only the first book and I know Eva and I are likely to become firm friends. I cannot wait to see her develop as a character and travel with her on her investigative adventures. The body count steadily rises as the action continues non-stop. At its heart, this is a political thriller, with Eva in the role of kickass heroine and former CIA assassin who is seeking to avenge her brothers faked suicide. 'Run and Hide' follows her intensely personal journey as she attempts to find answers. It isn't exactly a wholly original concept, although i'm not sure there really are any unique ones still to be used, but it is written in such a compelling manner that it exceeded all of my expectations.

I cannot wait to read the follow-up to this entitled 'Seek and Destroy' out on 14th Novermber 2018 - get that written down folks because it's going to be a good 'un! A well deserved five-stars. I rarely say this, but five stars doesn't seem enough for this spectacularly thrilling novel. I hope it is especially successful. It certainly deserves to be. I don't often gush like this about a book, but I truly feel it is warranted here. Undoubtedly, one of the best thriller writers in the genre today.

Many thanks to Thomas & Mercer for an ARC. I was not required to post a review, and all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Loved this book! It's a very fast paced thriller and the action starts from the first few paragraphs. From there, it doesn't let up at all and gets extremely tense at times. A very good thriller that you just want to race through. This was my first introduction to Alan McDermott but I'll definitely be reading more from him in the future!

Brilliant fast paced gets you from the start and keeps you guessing until the end.would recommend this to friends and family!!!

A thriller until the end, this book left me wondering if there wasn’t a few kernels of truth to this scenario in real life....which would scare me.

This was a fun read! It reminded me of a fast action movie. Eva is easily liked. She's a tough chick, but takes care of her people. I highly recommend this book if you like a fast-paced action storyline.

I gave this 3 stars, but it might actually be deserving of more. My reason for reading this was more for the conspiracy and spy thriller aspect. Alas, there is very little of this other than to mention them as the elite conspiracy out to get the little guys. The book had a lot of shot-em-up action scenes, so if that is what you are looking for, this might be a good one for you. Also, be aware that this is No. 1 in a new series.

After reading a lot of crime fiction recently, this was a wonderful reminder of how much I love breathless action thrillers about conspiracies with near-superhuman protagonists outsmarting the baddies against overwhelming odds. It reminded me somewhat of the Camel Club series, but with an awesome heroine. I have added the authors previous series, about Tom Gray, to my “buy soon” list - just as soon as I’ve caught up with my NetGalley pile of course.

Eva Driscoll, former CIA assassin, finds out that her brother and his ex-army friends have been murdered, and manages to save the last one, Colback, from the same fate. Going on the run together with another discredited ex-colleague, IT genius Farouk, they take on the might of the shadowy ESO, billionaires who run America, and therefore the world, and will stop at nothing in the pursuit of power and profit. They are joined by Brits Sonny and Len, who I assume/hope feature in the earlier series, as they are great characters.

I thoroughly enjoyed this, preposterous though the plot may be. There are shootouts, car chases, disguises, evil megalomaniacs - it would make a great movie - but it makes a change to have a super-cool (in both senses of the word) near-sociopath as the lead - with male back-up accepting her authority. It would be great if the next one could be written in the first person to get inside Eva’s head. The ending sets us up nicely for the next book, which I can’t wait to read.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. This was published this week.

If you like a book with a strong female lead character and lots of action to keep you interested from page one to the end this is the book for you! Eva Driscoll is after the most powerful secret society in the world. This select group will do anything to fill their pockets. They buy off politicians, create disasters to make money and buy off police, judges, lawyers, foreign diplomats and anyone who can be of use in their pursuit of money and power. And if they can't buy them they kill them. This secret society killed Eva's brother and staged it as a suicide. Eva, a trained assassin, is a deadly force to reckon with and she is going after the people who murdered her only brother. A roller coaster ride of a story that keeps you reading into the night. So well written you feel connected to Eva and the characters she enlists to help her bring down this powerful and evil society. I will be watching for the next Eva Driscoll story! I received the digital copy through NetGalley in return they ask my honest opinion. I highly recommend this book! I can't wait to get the sequel when it's written!

This fast paced novel starts with a bang and doesn’t slow down. I loved the two main characters, badass and fearless lady spy Eva Driscoll and ex-military Colback, who secure the help of two Brits and a spook to take on the ESO. Some of the tricks they used to outsmart the spooks chasing them were pretty cool and smart. I also liked the opening sequence in NYC and can imagine this to be turned into an awesome movie. The conspiracy theories were a bit much at times, but overall the book was very enjoyable.
I stayed up way past my bedtime to find out what happened next and only gave up when I physically couldn’t keep my eyes open anymore. I finished the book in two days. I look forward to the next book in the series.

Thank you to netgalley for a copy of RUN AND HIDE in exchange for an honest review.

Run and Hide has all the makings of an amazing action packed conspiracy theory that one could desire. There are agencies galore hunting down people who are running and hiding (hence the name) by using false identities, staying one step ahead, hacking software, and doing a darn good job of it.

Eva Driscoll is one of the main characters. She is on a mission to find out why someone killed her brother, and seems to be adding others to the same hit list. Along the way she rescues one of those on the list, and they continue on the run together.

I am usually really into spy novels, conspiracy theory novels and the like, but I had a hard time finishing this one. Something fell short for me. I failed to connect with characters and I think I found the book to be more of a tell style than a show style writing. For whatever reason, I did not relate to the story like I normally do, and therefore struggled to the completion. By no means was it badly written, but without a connection, it didn't seem to draw me in like I had hoped.

This was my first McDermott read, and I think I would be willing to read another if the opportunity occurred. The concept was good, the story was well aligned and flowed well. It seems others have liked it more than me, so I would definitely say if you enjoy a good conspiracy read, give this one a go.

4 Stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me the chance to read this book.

Alan McDermott is a new author to me, I havent read any of his books before. When I saw this one I just knew that I had to read it and I am glad that I got the chance.

I was hooked from the start and gripped all the way through. This is a well written book and I am interested in reading the next installment from this series as I want to find our what awaits Eva and her team.

I would recommend this book to anyone who likes crime and suspense novels, in particular those readers who liked the books "Close To Home and In The Dark"

I am here for this story, series and the characters. There is action, intrigue, conspiracy, competition, clock and dagger/black ops and some fantastic relationships. One must pay attention as they read because characters are always moving around as the action and facts are non-stop. The steps leading up to the ending and actual ending were quite twisty and have me excited to see what happens next for Eve and her group.

AM has a fast paced story that involves politics and travel, along with the military and secret agencies. This story is a great start to the series and is full of descriptive language that allowed me to visualize a really fun and suspenseful movie as I read. Eve is a strong character who is able to convey strength, love, humor, anger, compassion, distress and more through her interactions with others. Several scenes where I expected violence, there was none. Then, as the story progressed and we learned more it was fascinating to see how her friends, those after her, and the villains in the story all viewed her and her skills.

Thank you NetGalley, Amazon Publishing UK and Thomas & Mercer for the chance to read this story and share my opinions!

This seemed like one long chase scene. I didn’t bond with anyone but for the 2 guys from the security agency and old timer. Slow moving until the end which was well written

Intense, fast-paced political thriller with the idea of 'the republic' as its basis. The power behind the presidency is a popular theme in North American literature and TV currently but this story provides a credible basis for the theory alongside the non-stop action.

Eva Driscoll a CIA operative suddenly finds she is the target rather than the assassin, her tragedy makes her dig into the conspiracy surrounding her change in status and what she discovers destroys her inner self.

Detailed and peppered with graphically described violence and language this thriller is a page-turner, the characters are believable and sophisticated and the action relentless. The ending is well conceived and leaves the story open for more adventures with Eva.

I received a copy of this book from Thomas & Mercer via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

This is my first book by Alan McDermott, and I loved it. It grabbed my attention from the very beginning. The plot, even though a little more for conspiracy theory readers, was well thought out and flowed smoothly. Characters were well written. I am looking forward to more from McDermott.

This is a fast paced thriller with non stop action and suspense. The characters are well developed and I liked the storyline. Plenty of mystery to keep me interested. I received a free copy of this book and I am voluntarily leaving this review

This was a great thriller, I read it in one sitting about 5 hours. If you like a lot of action this is the book for you. The characters were well developed. The ending is a surprise have fun if you like thrillers you will love this. I received a copy of this from NetGalley to give my honest opinion.

A big thank you to Netgalley for allowing me to read and review RUN AND HIDE by Alan McDermott. This novel is the fourth in the Tom Gray series, but works as a standalone and Tom Gray has a very minor role.
The main character is Eva Driscoll, a former soldier and clandestine CIA agent. The story starts off hitting the ground running as Eva rescues Rees Colback, who has barely managed to escaped being killed in broad daylight by some unknown assassins.
Rees quickly realizes that Eva is the sister of his friend and former Special Forces teammate, Jeff Driscoll. The title of this thriller truly fits as both Rees and Eva realized they are in extreme danger because a powerful group needs to kill them both to keep some issues secret.
This novel goes at a furious pace and leaves you almost breathless. It is not a book for bedtime, but needs to be read at a time when you can be focused and uninterrupted for maximum enjoyment. I seem to be reading more and more thrillers of various sorts in recent months. RUN AND HIDE is definitely #1 for my summer reading and is a book for those who enjoy fast paced action and suspense.
I will be looking for more novels by the talented Mr. McDermott in the future.

First time in reading this author with this being one that snagged me right away. The team this author gives you in this -Eva and Rees takes you on a rapidly engaging dilemma that keeps you engaged. You soon feel frantic and excited as you go with the story. This is also brought across clear and concise so there is not any confusion which is great. This is one great suspense that keeps you going building at the the right times.

Thank you to Netgallery and the publisher for a free copy of this book.
Fast paced thriller made it very hard to put down.
I will be looking for the sequel.

Though Run and Hide was quite entertaining, it was a bit over the top for me. The thriller factor is high, lots of action and oh my, the conspiracy theories abound. There were times when I felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of characters and the speed at which the story moved. The characters were a bit comic book like for me - sort of super heroine and arch nemesis villain, but I must admit that made the book fun and entertaining. The ending seemed a bit predictable, and I notice this is the first of a two book set. It stands alone well, but I look forward the next read, as I can say that Run and Hide was entertaining.

Book Review: Run and Hide (Eva Driscoll #1) by Alan McDermott

Conspiracy theory galore. Strong female lead character.

This is not a book which will cause you to fear the end of the world as we know it or have you think hard of who really runs the government or compel you to reach out for answers in the depths of your soul.

But it a great book if you enjoy intense, non-stop action, fast-paced political thrillers: - bullet-proof protagonists using spycraft, brute force and super-hacker technology against rich, powerful antagonists with an inexhaustive supply of minions cum government agents.

The odds are overwhelming. Will the ex-CIA assassin who suddenly finds herself in the cross-hairs and is bent to avenge her murdered brother, along with her formidable rogue band of brothers seemingly patched together by fate, outsmart shadowy billionaire conspirators acronymed ESO, puppet masters and the "real power" behind the presidency.

Not entirely an original theme, but quite a story. Predictable, even preposterous plot, but craftily written. I'd read the author again and understand he has a popular and highly-rated series of "Tom Gray" novels.

Review based on an advance reading copy presented by NetGalley and Amazon Publishing U.K. and Thomas & Mercer.

I enjoyed the book and the pace. Found it a bit implausible but that did spoil the read.

Eve is a likeable but damaged principled killer.

I would read more of her stories if and when they are published.

Absolutely brilliant, fast paced book, highly recommended. From the moment it opens you are taken on a roller coaster ride with no stops along the way. If only half of it is true the world is a scary place. I'm looking forward to lots more from this author.

I cannot get enough of Tom! He doesn’t feature much in this episode, but as long as I get a piece of Sonny and Lenny then I’m ok. Yet again, this instalment did not disappoint.
I cannot put them down and can’t wsit until the next in the series is published. Full of intrigue and espionage, the action keeps coming. A clever, thought provoking plot line! With a few nail biting moments.
More, more, more, please!

The action started on page one and it didn't let up! I was immediately drawn into the book because of the action. I had a little trouble connecting to the two main characters, however; needed more rounding out as a person, I think maybe. I think there might've been so much focus on the action the characters didn't get quite as developed as I would've liked. However, that being said, the pace and excitement in this book was really good, I didn't want to put it down: definitely a page turner! I'll definitely read more of his work.

Run and Hide is the first book I've ever read by Alan McDermott and it's a good mystery and intrigue story with a steady pacing of government and private sector secrets. The story is pretty typical in which someone is being set up or on the run from something that they did not do. Hence, "Run and Hide" of course, but the main characters in this story truly are running and hiding from the "bad guys".

The story centers around two main characters - Colback and Eva Driscoll. While Colback is on the run from some shady group that we have yet to know their true intentions, Eva is on the hunt to find that group who is after Colback. The two are connected in a way that puts them both in immediate danger yet Eva is the strongest of the two. She is a covert operations agent trained to find and kill whoever the government tells her to. Only this time, she thinks the government is hired to kill HER. Colback meanwhile, finds out through Eva and their investigations that there is a secret and unsanctioned government group after them to sort of, "tie up loose ends."

Eva is determined to take down this evil group who had killed her brother. Throughout the entire story, Eva and Colback evade capture while finding ways to filter out their enemy. What we find out later on is that the secret government group is an ancient society hiding behind the government's mantle in order to play puppeteer of the entire world. Supposedly this group, the Executive Security Office or ESO, is even stronger and holds more power than the president of the United States. They are a group of billionaires who have amassed an insurmountable fortune throughout the centuries in order to control what goes on around the world. The author makes this group very interesting and worth wondering about. Is this a real group? And if so, how did the author find out about it?

Run and Hide is a strong story. But there was nothing too fantastical about it to make it stand out from the other government thrillers titles out there. Don't get me wrong - it's a well-written book and the pacing is really steady and kept me reading without stopping. But there were just too many characters and the plot itself sounds too similar to other stories of this genre.

The ending does tie things up well but I feel that there could be more to Eva in the future. Perhaps the other will have her do something once she and her friends are completely clear from the ESO and their enemies.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC!

Storylines such as this can be a bit formulaic and I have certainly read similar, with "The real power behind the government / billionaires who rule the world" being the centre of a plot - even Bond. None the less was a good read which I felt got better as it went on. The main protagonist is strong on revenge (searching for truth re brothers death) and the introduction of two British special forces types adds a twist which helps. I am sure there is a bit of an in joke with at least a couple of characters named (coincidentally?) after familiar authors. Action is tight and builds to a conclusion that perhaps leaves a back door open that may be better left shut and move on.
Interested to see next book.

This was my first book by Alan McDermott. It had a lot of suspense and action. The characters were likable and from the ending I would guess there might be a second book in the series. I enjoyed his writing style. The pace moved quickly and it was easy to follow. The main character was a female which made it more fun, because usually those roles are always men. I would recommend this book 🙂🙂

Cracking story

This new thriller is listed as An Eva Driscoll Thriller Book 1 which suggests there will be a series. If the standard of this one is maintained the world of the thriller novel has a huge success on its hands.

Eva Driscoll, the heroine, has been a CIA agent, ready and willing to take on any task to protect her country. That's until her brother's murder is disguised as suicide and she finds out that his close circle of friends has also been targeted and eliminated. The last of the group is Rees Colback, another member of Special Forces and she reaches him at the same time as whoever is trying to take him out, and that's when the fun starts.

If there is a flaw in the plot it is why these friends needed to be targeted at all – they could have been left alone, but to explain why here would introduce too many spoilers. It is explained briefly later in the story, but it's unconvincing. Normally this type of issue would spoil my enjoyment, but the plot and the constant action allowed me to put this behind me.

It's an all-action thriller which involves Eva and her small team chasing and being chased by the perpetrators across the USA. There is a twist at the end which was easy to see coming which again didn't spoil the pleasure of reading such a well-put-together and stimulating novel. In the end, you find yourself asking who does pull the strings?

I haven't previously read anything by Alan McDermott but will be looking out for any other of his publications.

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I had originally bounced off the book because the beginning was a little difficult to relate to somehow. When the fugutives' journey began in earnest, however, it was suddenly a lot more engrossing. If there's a sequel, I look forward to reading it!

Run and Hide by Alan McDermott is a page turner! Extremely hard to put down! Eva and Rees work hard to unravel the secrets that every law organization seem to want to keep hidden. What they find out about themselves as they pull the threads to find the truth keep the read intense. Great characters and storyline.

This book was amazing! Not since Jack Reacher and Vanessa “Michael” Munro has there been a character like Eva Driscoll. This novel was an action packed page turner that I could not put down. I can’t wait to find out what else is in store for her and for us!

In Run and Hide, Alan McDermott has written essentially a book-length action sequence that pulls the reader in from the first chapter and maintains a strong pace until the end. Eva Driscoll, the impossibly beautiful yet fierce heroine (who seems vaguely like a computer-game avatar) is determined to rescue the intended target of a secret organization that possesses immense wealth and controls half the government, not to mention every law enforcement agency that might stop it. This book is all about action and plot. The author delivers relentless forward motion, with plenty of summer-movie-style car chases, disguises, and dead bodies pretty much piling up everywhere. Focusing on the frequent clichés in the prose or worrying too much about the plausibility of the conspiracies feels being a poor sport. Enjoy the ride. Pretty much the only thing you should be wondering is whether Angelina Jolie will consent to star in the film adaptation.

This is a thriller that starts at a run!

This thriller is like a Jason Bourne storyline that weaves together well-developed characters and layers-upon-layers of conspiracy. The action starts with the first page, and it just picks up from there. It was a wonderful story and a quick read because I didn't want to put it down until the end! I highly recommend the book, and will look for more from this author!!

I received a free copy of this title from NetGalley in return for an honest review.

What a fast paced thriller! It sure gives a person a lot to wonder about as far as what goes on behind the scenes of what we perceive to be normal situations. The characters were fantastic and so well-described. It kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat the entire time I was reading it.

She's killed for them for years, and now they put her on the hit list. Then she begins to understand the work she was doing was not to protect the people of the US as she thought, it was to fill the pockets of the rich. She was working for for a secret group that eliminates anyone who might give them away. She and Rees Colback are on the list for being hit. She finds Rees, saves him from the group trying to grab him and they run...

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With all the resources the the group after them has, it's hard to hide but Eva does a good job. She also decides to fight back and brings in a couple more guys willing to fight for pay. They prove their worth in short order and Rees and Eva are glad to have them on their side.

It's a battle until the end, when what the group is doing goes public. When the descending cops take away the ones after them, things have changed. But there's one more lie they don't know about. They may still have to run and hide...

I love books like this one: Full of suspense, rightful fury and a plot moving at breakneck speed. You can't help but root for the protagonists, cheer at their victories, and lament their setbacks. There are plenty of twists and turns, and more than a few eye-opening revelations along the way. A great week-end read!

This is the first book by this author that I have read, but it definitely won’t be the last. It is an action-packed story with many similarities to happenings in the world today . . . Enough similarities that it was scary. It captured my interest at the first chapter and kept me turning pages well into the night until I finished it. I had to find out what happened next. I enjoyed reading this book and I look forward to reading more by this author.

I received a copy of Run and Hide from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I believe this is the first in a series about Eva Driscoll. Eva is a CIA operative who gets called in to take people down. When her brother is killed she goes on a mission to find his killer. What she finds is that his whole platoon is being eradicated, but she manages to save one, ex-soldier Rees Colback. Eva, and Rees with the help of some friends take on the biggest fight of their lives. Behind the government is a group of men who are really controlling the country. Not for the benefit of anyone but themselves.

Conspiracy theories abound in this well written tight book. Run and Hide is a fast paced thrill ride from start to finish. I love that the main kick ass character is female and that she can hold her own with the best of the guys she is fighting.The bad guys are deplorable and maybe strike a little too close to the billionaires club we read about every day in the USA these days. I'm from Philadelphia so I'm a sucker for an underdog and Eva going up against the powers that be can't be more of an underdog. I can't wait to read more about Eva and her team.

Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Not my usual genre but will be on the lookout for more of the same.

Will recommend the author to friends and family, and eagerly await more material

This definitely isn't the type of book that I normally reach for when looking for a new book but I read the synopsis crime books are some of my favorites, so why not! I love book that are "first in series" books so I knew I wanted to start with this one! It's book #1 in the Eva Driscoll series and I can not wait for book #2! Conspiracy theories abound in this well written tight book. Run and Hide is a fast paced thriller from start to finish. I love that the main character is female and she is kick ass in herself! She can definitely hold her own with the best of the bad guys that she is fighting.

I like thrillers. This is book 1 in a new series about a woman assassin who was trained by and works for a clandestine branch of the government. Or at least that is what she thinks. When her brother dies in the kind of accident she creates, she finds out she actually works for a cabal of super rich men who are only interested in gaining more money. Because as we all know, money is power.
Eva forms a small group to fight these men, to bring them down or at least expose them so they cannot continue their selfish activities. She makes a good start. We will need more books in the series to see if she succeeds or if the forces allied against her are too much. I am waiting for the next book.
I received the copy of this book that I read for this review from Netgalley.

Her brother's reported suicide spurs covert ops assassin Eva Driscoll into action investigating his death. When she finds that others he served with have also suffered recent unexpected deaths, she sets out to protect the last remaining member of the group in hopes of finding out the reasons for the deaths. But it isn't long before she's running for her own life.

Eva is admirably smart and capable. A clever assassin, but not one who is lacking a moral compass, she's interested in proving that the deaths she caused were righteous and if not, righting the wrongs she's done at the command of others.

This book is action-packed, brings forth questions of morality in war, government, and wealth. As you might expect, it's filled with violence and not for the faint of heart. It was a good, fast-paced read, and it looks like there will be a sequel that I'm looking forward to reading.

Wow! I believe this is a good start to a great new series. Eva was ex-cia and saves her brother's friend right out from under the bad guys, who ever they are. Her brother is dead as well as the other friends who were in Afghanistan together. The problem is they have no idea who is after Rees. Eva calls on her IT friend and they find this group who are behind the scene for many of the ups and downs of countries around the world. A group who has people in each of the alphabet agencies makes it hard to protect themselves. But Eva is very resourceful and decides they go after the source. A must read.

I received a free copy from NetGalley. Action packed, non stop intensity, with enough character build up to get you drawn in, and plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing. First in a series that I think you will need to read in order. I'll try and remember to read the next one when it comes out too.

This was a fun ride and a good beginning for a series. I’d not read Alan McDermott before, so didn’t know what to expect, but I found the premise interesting. And wow, there's a lot going on here! Conspiracies, globe-trotting, suspense, nasty villains - all centered around a Sydney Bristow-style super-agent. She extricates herself and her motley crew through some pretty gnarly situations in some over-the-top ways, but that’s half the fun of this type of book. I may not have known about McDermott before, but he’s definitely on my radar now, and I look forward to reading more from him, both Eva’s further adventures and his other books.

Thanks to Netgalley and Thomas & Mercer who provided a copy for an unbiased review.

This is a exciting thriller you will not want to put down.
Its the first book by Alan McDermott that i have read. I liked his writing very much. The plot was thrilling action that kept me reading until the last page was done.
The plot is about a mysterious underground organisation that runs America . In today's world it almost seems possible the way it is written and seems true to life. Members of an Army unit are being killed and the book follows the story of one of unit members and the sister of another after her Brother is murdered. This is a exciting read that I highly recommend. Thank you for the ARC which does not influence my review. Very well done to the author.

This was a fast-paced thriller with lots of action on every page. It would make a good action movie!

A great thriller as this book keeps going from strength to strength. There is never a dull moment when reading this

Exciting political thriller that makes you wonder if maybe it could be true. A secret, behind the scenes bureaucracy, scary. An excellent read written by an exceptional author. Alan McDermott writes with authority!

Can't wait for the next one. Always like a strong, kickass woman. She is working on uncovering a corrupt banking system. Although she is a target of the system, she manages to recruit assistance and bring the corruption out of the shadows.
This reminds me of the Dean Knootz, Jane Hawk series.

This story had me gripped from the beginning. It was very well written, and the central characters were somewhat larger than life, but this added to the telling of the story. The characterisation was very good, and the story of the main character Eva Driscoll, who unexpectedly finds herself on the wrong side of U S security agencies, was thought provoking. Conspiracy theorists would probably find this tale all too plausible. A real page turner, difficult to put down, and very enjoyable. Recommended without hesitation. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book.

Sonny and Len were my favorite part of the book. This was an interesting start to a new series, and while I did not find it as gripping as some other reviewers did, I enjoyed it and would like to read more from Mr. McDermott.

A fast paced thriller which keeps you enthralled every step of the way. Personally, I loved the pace and the subject matter. The ESO group with the whole of the world in its vulture-like talons holds the very governments and security forces in its grasp. How long can anyone go against them when the odds are so badly stacked? Well, quite a time if you've Eva Driscoll on your side! She's quite a woman and always thinks one step ahead of the bad guys except for when she did the bidding of the ESO group, albeit unwittingly. However, when her brother is killed and his former forces buddy Rees Colback is almost taken down in New York, she starts to put the pieces together aided by her far sighted friend Farooq who postulates that the ESO is at the heart of the conspiracy theory he once told her about. The ESO group doesn't like its long term plans thwarted, so engineer a way to tidy up loose ends using the fire power of the CIA. A game of cat and mouse begins.
Given the ending of the novel, I'm sure we haven't heard the last of Driscoll or the ESO group.

Eva Driscoll is used to chasing down bad guys, but now the bad guys are chasing her. She knows they won’t stop until she’s dead.

After her brother is killed in a faked suicide, Driscoll teams up with ex-soldier Rees Colback, the one person who can help her find answers. Together they’re determined to uncover why members of his Special Forces squad are dying in mysterious circumstances.

But with every agency in the country in hot pursuit, their only choice is to flee.

The clock is ticking. They can’t run forever. It’s time to make a choice: kill or be killed…

This is a fast paced political thriller. Eva is a badass who is going to take down the one club in the US who has all the power and money. In fact they are in charge of White House, judges, police, media, etc. As she makes a team of her own then the Club is also ready to tke her down and willing to kill innocent bystanders to get her.

I received this from NetGalley for an honest review.

his thriller about a sister finding her brother's killer seemed a little too "out there." I felt that the author's imagination was working a little too hard for the storyline.

“Run and Hide” by Alan McDermott is not a bad book, but it wasn’t a book for me. It will appeal to fans of action movies where the main protagonist has nearly inhuman skills and superpowers. If you enjoyed watching adventures of Jack Reacher or James Bond and similar movies, you will probably enjoy reading this book as well. It offers nonstop action, fights and pursuits. This book may also appeal to fans of conspiracy theories and to people, who like to imagine that there are secret societies of chosen few who want to rule the world. For me this book wasn’t interesting. I like more substance and real emotions in the books I read. Still, this novel may appeal to many readers.

I received "Run and Hide" from the publisher via NetGalley. I would like to thank the author and the publisher for providing me with the advance reader copy of the book.

Book Reviews - "Run and Hide" eBook was published in 2018 and was written by Alan McDermott (http://www.alanmcdermottbooks.co.uk). Mr. McDermott has published nine novels. This is the first in his "Eva Driscoll" series.

I categorize this novel as ‘R’ because it contains scenes of Violence and Mature Language. The story is set in the contemporary US. The primary characters are CIA agent Eva Driscoll and former Spec Ops operative Rees Colback.  

Driscoll's brother had been part of the same team Colback had served with. Now only Colback is still alive and someone wants him dead. Only through Driscoll's assistance has he avoided those that are pursuing him. Now they are both on the run. But who is it behind the orders to kill them? Slowly they discover that a powerful, wealthy cadre is after them. They can either run for the rest of their lives, or they can fight back. 

I thoroughly enjoyed the 6.5 hours I spent reading this 300-page thriller. I liked the characters created for the novel as well as the plot. There is quite a bit of action in the story and it is left with a cliff-hanger ending that guarantees a sequel. I certainly will be looking for one. I have read a couple of other novels by McDermott and I have found all of them consistently good. I am not a fan of the cover art. I give this novel a 4 out of 5.

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I really liked this book. The action was great and kept the plot moving forward, which held my interest in the book. I can easily see more books involving the main characters. Well-written & action-packed.

Thankyou to NetGalley, Amazon Publishing UK and the author, Alan McDermott, for the opportunity to read a digital copy of Run And Hide in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
This book was an enjoyable thriller. It was an easy read with characters that are engaging.
Worth a read for fans of the genre.

This book was filled with so much information, at times it was difficult to sort through. Eventually, the story line becomes more clear and the book is a heart-racing journey of figuring out who can be trusted and how it will all turn out... I liked the ending and how it was not so neatly tied together....as life often is not.

Really enjoyed this book. Fans of Lee Childs will love this fast paced, high energy thriller. Couldn’t put it down and look forward to more in the future by this author.

I either love or dislike this author's Tom Gray books but I like the world that they are set in. This book is set in Tom's world, but Tom doesn't have much to do. Andrew Harvey does, and I really like this character.
The story is mainly a chase story and is fast and exciting.

Mission Impossible meets Fast and Furious - this book had me gripped from the start! Ex CIA agent Eva is such a strong woman and the heroine of the story as she tried to uncover the background to her brothers suicide and enlists the help of Rees, who was in his Special Forces unit. This is the first book in the Eva Driscoll series and I'm intrigued to see what her next adventure will be. A winner again for Alan McDermott.

This is a good action spy story that will keep you paying attention as you read it. It does have some sexist slant towards it, so it may not be fo everyone. I would recommend this to people who like the espionage genre of stories more than adventure or procedural.

This was an action packed, fast paced book, which totally gripped me from start to finish.

I am hoping that there will be a follow up to the characters with how the ending was left, and I will be first in the queue to read it.

My favourite book this year.

I absolutely loved this book! It was well written. His characters were well developed and you liked some or hated others. Eva was a great kick ass woman and the other characters worked with her. The story kept you interested in what was going to happen next. I highly recommend this book.

Eva Driscoll, I want to be her when I grow up. Great fast paced thrilling read. I will be reading more from this author.

Alan McDermott is an accomplished author with many exciting characters in his already hit novels. He brings his expertise and some of his characters to play in the first book of his new series. The central character is Eve Driscoll, a principled woman who finds herself working not for the CIA but a very unprincipled group of people. This group is responsible for the death of her brother. How she uses her skills with the help of her associates makes a very exciting read. This book could easily become next summer's blockbuster movie!

This started with a bang and kept going! There were quite a few characters' viewpoints to get your head around, but it gave a well-rounded view of what was going on. It would have been nice to get to know the main characters better but that may happen in future books in the series.