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SHADOW STATE a gripping action-packed espionage thriller (Thomas Bladen Thrillers Book 4) Kindle Edition

by DEREK THOMPSON (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 out of 5 stars 116 ratings
Do you love gripping espionage thrillers full of great twists and plenty of action?

Meet Thomas Bladen. Smart, sardonic, and in mortal danger.

A CAR IS BEING STOLEN . . . IN THE BACK SEAT IS A BABY. BUT SOMEONE IS WATCHING THE CRIME TAKING PLACE.

Spy Thomas Bladen has the car thief under surveillance and he has a split-second to choose what to do next. His intervention leads him on a deadly trail . . .

Meanwhile Thomas’s partner Karl is reunited with a very dangerous man: his father. And the Shadow State gives Thomas a choice between exposing a defector and his life being wrecked.

Thomas probes deeper into the abduction, uncovering more about the dangerous group known as the Shadow State. They are pulling the strings of both criminal and government interests. And Thomas’s girlfriend Miranda once more gets involved.

In a thrilling conclusion Thomas and Karl face off against the murderous power behind this string of crimes, and not everyone will survive.

If you like Mark Dawson, Rob Sinclair, Lee Child, or Vince Flynn you’ll enjoy these fast-paced thrillers.

What people are saying about Derek Thompson’s books:

“Complex and full of twists and turns, this is a very good thriller which keeps the reader on tenterhooks throughout.” Ann S.

“Kept me up far too late at night.” Gemma D.

“Gripping and unputdownable.” Bsms585

“One of the best spy thrillers I've read in a long time.” Lacancan

“Good read for anyone who enjoys a thriller that will keep them hooked from start to finish.” Jfaulknercourt

“Couldn't put the book down . . . brilliant characters . . . storyline excellent.” Kay B.

“Very good, gripping story.” Yorkypud

THOMAS BLADEN SERIES
Book 1: STANDPOINT
Book 2: LINE OF SIGHT
Book 3: CAUSE & EFFECT
Book 4: SHADOW STATE
Book 5: FLASHPOINT
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  1. Book 4 of 5
    Thomas Bladen Thrillers
  2. Print length
    243 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    11 Nov. 2016
  5. File size
    1.1 MB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01N3N2BJM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Joffe Books Mystery, Crime Thriller, Suspense Fiction (11 Nov. 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.1 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 243 pages
  • Customer reviews:
    3.9 out of 5 stars 116 ratings

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Derek Thompson

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Derek is a British novelist and short story writer. He has two series, published by Joffe Books.

Thomas Bladen Spy Thrillers

Not all spies are suave and sophisticated. Thomas is smart, sardonic, and rough around the edges. Perfect for the Surveillance Support Unit, at the arse-end of British Intelligence.

1. STANDPOINT (Customs & Excise)

2. LINE OF SIGHT (British Army)

3. CAUSE & EFFECT (Benefits Team)

4. SHADOW STATE (Met Police)

5. FLASHPOINT (MI5)

6. PATHFINDER (MI5 / Rogue) - by Sixpence Publishing

DS Wild Crime Mysteries

Detective Craig Wild couldn’t cut it in London. Forced to swap the Met for Mayberry, a sleepy Wiltshire backwater, he soon discovers that life in the countryside can be murder.

1. LONG SHADOWS

2. WEST COUNTRY MURDER

3. *** In development ***

THOMAS BLADEN SPY THRILLERS

"Realistic rather than glitzy. This story did not disappoint with its gritty detail and credible characters. Kept me hooked right to the end. Great writing!" VC

DS WILD CRIME MYSTERIES

“…Slid down like a beer at the end of a hard day… engaging and entertaining story that kept me in suspense. A good balance of male & female characters, well written and believable.” Helenmx5

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  • jfaulknercourt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent offering in the Thomas Bladen series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 November 2016
    This series just gets better and better. The pithy writing style of the author is a joy to read and the bon mots are delicious. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a fast paced thriller and a good chuckle at the same time.
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  • Susan Wallace
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good read.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 February 2017
    Shadow state by Derek Thompson is a mystery and thriller read.
    A CAR IS BEING STOLEN . . . IN THE BACK SEAT IS A BABY. BUT SOMEONE IS WATCHING THE CRIME TAKING PLACE.
    Spy Thomas Bladen has the car thief under surveillance and he has a split-second to choose what to do next. His intervention could lead him on a deadly trail . . .
    Meanwhile Thomas’s partner Karl is reunited with a very dangerous man: his father. And the Shadow State give Thomas a choice between exposing a defector and his life being wrecked.
    Good read with good characters. I liked the story. 4*. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book from netgalley.
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  • D. C. BROWN
    5.0 out of 5 stars subtle English thriller
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 November 2016
    A wonderful continuation of this thriller collection. You really care about the hero, and worry about him. I like the very British humor. Thompson is an accomplished writer.
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  • DuchessSarah
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another damn fine offering in the series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 June 2017
    This series of books simply gets better and better. As i have mentioned in previous reviews the books are gritty, full of realism, snarky in a snort out loud type of way and full of twists and turns, a good old British thriller. They do everything that a book should do for you; make you irritated at the choices a character makes, make you laugh at a sarcastic remark and i did have tears in the previous book with the brief but powerful telling of a death. And i absolutley have loved everyone of them. I keep saying this but these would be an awesome series on TV. I absolutley urge people to get the series and you will enjoy as much as i have... The summertime and holidays are nearly on us - the set is perfect for 2 weeks away. I have mine primed and ready to be read again.
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  • Glarry More and Me
    2.0 out of 5 stars Dissatisfied
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 January 2017
    Read the whole book. No real point to it. Characters were wooly the book struck me as rushed. you get to the end and think what has happened there. Read I am pilgrim smashes this out of the water
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  • Mike Browning
    1.0 out of 5 stars A waste of reading time. A confused morass of ill connected unconvincing. ideas. I kept reading.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 December 2016
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    in the forlorn hope that the story would improve but the author continued to take the piss.
    I will not
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  • amazon customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars gripping thriller
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 November 2016
    Good spy thriller with a appealing flawed hero in Bladen. Liked the London life evoked!
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