Kinney's Quarry by Verlin Darrow is a stunning tale of espionage, greed, and retribution. Once a paid killer, Kinney changed his life when he nearly died. Now he opts for somewhat quieter, safer work. Or he did until he was hired to take out a South American military leader. He can’t refuse the job because the organization hiring him is holding his family’s lives over his head. Together with Reed, his unpredictable partner, Kinney enters a dark world of deception. It’s down to their quick thinking and sharp brains to outwit their employer without placing themselves in the crosshairs. Can Kinney bring the house of cards tumbling down and save his family? Can he trust Reed?

Wow! Verlin Darrow has created a masterpiece with Kinney’s Quarry, a high-stakes thriller that just doesn’t slow down. A fast-paced story, this is packed with high-octane action, sharp, witty dialogue, and non-stop thrills and spills. The characters are amazing and so easy to like, well-developed with backstories that make sense, and relatable—you can’t help but root for the protagonists all the way through. The plot twists and turns its way through explosive danger, the tension ramping up on every page, but with plenty of humor that will have you laughing in places. Mr. Darrow says this book is perfect for fans of Lee Child's books. I say, step aside, Mr. Child, there’s a new sheriff in town! If you love truly great thrillers that have you hanging on every word while perched on the edge of your seat, afraid to blink in case you miss something, you’ll love this book.

In Verlin Darrow's Kinney's Quarry, Kinney had resolved to no longer take anyone's life after experiencing a near-death incident on the operating table where he had seen the light. Kinney and his partner, Reed, took on non-lethal domestic missions due to Kinney’s decision and Reed’s error in killing the wrong person. Kinney and Reed were approached by Molton Enterprises, who revealed information to them that only an insider in their organization could have known. Molton tasked Kinney with assassinating Brigadier Wilbur Pope, a foreign leader, to secure oil and create a new U.S. state. Kinney had previously saved Pope’s son, leading to a strong friendship, which would facilitate his access to Pope. Kinney was threatened that if he declined, his sister and young niece would be harmed. Can Kinney, Reed, and Eddie, a cool hacker, stop Molton's plans?

Kinney's Quarry by Verlin Darrow captured my attention from the first page and kept it until the end. It was an exhilarating ride filled with danger, murder, betrayals, and suspense. The storyline was fast-moving and loaded with action that did not ease up. The writing style was captivating, allowing me to immerse myself in Kinney and Reed’s investigation. The detailed events painted a vivid picture and left little to the imagination. The characters felt genuine and relatable. The exchanges between Kinney and Reed offered a welcome break from the gravity of their situation and plans. The book was excellently crafted and held my attention throughout. I found it so enjoyable that I struggled to put it down, worried I might miss something significant.

Kinney’s Quarry by Verlin Darrow is an explosive espionage thriller that is packed with breakneck action with razor-sharp wit, and a protagonist who’s equal parts brain and brawn. Kinney, a former government assassin turned pacifist, finds his convictions tested when a mysterious group threatens his family and forces him back into the shadows. Alongside his wisecracking partner Reed, Kinney must unravel a deadly conspiracy that spans continents and power structures. Full of dry humor, tight plotting, and pulse-pounding sequences, Kinney’s Quarry is a masterclass in the antihero thriller. It’s clever, it’s brutal, and it’s compulsively readable.

Author Verlin Darrow really knows how to pace a novel for maximum suspense, and there are plenty of original twists and new takes on classic thriller elements to keep you constantly surprised and entertained. This brilliant plotting makes it a read that’s thrilling from the first page, but the hero you can’t help but root for keeps you reading on to the bitter end and a startling conclusion. I loved the dynamism of Kinney and Reed, and their dialogue was sharp and consistently funny without ever getting too samey. It’s so refreshing to read an intelligent action-thriller too, one that has plenty of clever espionage, but also saves room for physical feats and gritty, realistic brawn from the characters where they need it most. The banter is also a great format for delivering some of the bigger plot revelations and exposition scenes in a natural and readable way. Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend Kinney’s Quarry as a must-read action-thriller with everything you could ever want from the genre rolled into a truly explosive package.

Kinney is a hitman who wants to leave the business after a botched assignment. His boss is reluctant to let him go. However, when a mysterious individual who seems to know everything about Kinney and fellow agent Reed approaches them with intentions to recruit them, Kinney, Reed, and their boss, Barber, devise a daring plan to infiltrate and dismantle this rogue group. Kinney and Reed quickly discover they have bitten off more than they can chew when they stumble upon a massive conspiracy supported by members of their elite group. Only time will tell if these two agents can extricate themselves from this deadly web in Kinney's Quarry by Verlin Darrow.

Verlin Darrow's focus on witty dialogue and clever ripostes expertly complements the hard-edged, combat-heavy tone of Kinney's Quarry. Darrow's detailed explanation of Kinney's record at the agency, along with his subtle teasing about the botched operation, creates an intriguing origin story that is sure to captivate fans of action and suspense. The graduated pacing features well-placed lulls that immerse readers as Kinney starts asking his counterparts interesting questions while trying to solve the puzzle surrounding his assignment. The best aspect of Darrow's unique storytelling technique is how he connects the dots between the clues, much like peeling back the layers of an onion. All this unfolds in a perfectly set-up cloak-and-dagger scenario, keeping readers engrossed in Kinney and Reed's antics from start to finish. I enjoyed reading this fascinating novel and look forward to more from such a talented author.