You can’t hide from The Syndicate. Run, Red. Run!WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award – Fall 2016 – Best Book in Thrillers“This adrenaline-fueled thriller captivates from the first chapter until it hurtles to the dramatic finale.” ~ RandomBadgerIn search of redemption from his sordid past, FBI Special Agent Alex Bailey takes on a new partner, Katherine Mitchel… and a new secret mission.Before … Special Agent Alex Bailey takes on a new partner, Katherine Mitchel… and a new secret mission.
Before being assigned their first joint case, Katherine uncovers damning evidence against a major crime ring known as The Syndicate. The group controls key members of the D.C. Metropolitan Area Police, the U.S. Congress, even the FBI, and they will stop at nothing to protect their interests. With her life on the line, Katherine is forced to put her faith in Alex as she flees from Washington D.C. and enters the Witness Protection Program.
Yet there’s no hiding from The Syndicate.
In the most dangerous investigation of his career, Alex must decide how far he is willing to go to keep Katherine safe, and to stop The Syndicate.
“Move over Baldacci. Prepare for competition from this new author! Spellbinding – hard to put down.” ~ Patrisha Ehlert
Evolved Publishing presents the first book in “The Syndicate-Born Trilogy,” an exploration of what happens when one well-placed group possesses too much power, and how it affects those who just get in its way. [DRM-Free]
Books by K.M. Hodge:
- Red on the Run (The Syndicate-Born Trilogy – Book 1)
- Black and White Truth (The Syndicate-Born Trilogy – Book 2)
- True Blue Son (The Syndicate-Born Trilogy – Book 3)
- The Sally Ride Chronicle (The Syndicate-Born Trilogy – Book 4)
- Walker Texas Wife (The Book Cellar Mysteries – Book 1)
- Texas and Tiaras (The Book Cellar Mysteries – Book 2)
More Great Thrillers from Evolved Publishing:
- Forgive Me, Alex by Lane Diamond
- “The Oz Files” Series by Barry Metcalf
- The “A Point Thriller” Series by Jeff Altabef
- The “Zoe Delante Thriller” Series by C.L. Roberts-Huth
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This audiobook really surprised me, I expected it to be a suspense filled thriller but did not expect an emotionally charged, complicated story, full of shocking betrayals, corruption, loss, intrigue, twists and romance. It is definitely in the “couldn’t put it down” category.
Alex Bailey is a CIA agent working undercover in the FBI to try to bring down a corrupt, violent organization know as The Syndicate. His new partner in the FBI is agent Katherine Mitchel, who’s husband, Charles, is suspected of being a member of that group. Corruption is running deep and wide, and the danger and risks are high for those trying to uncover it. This is a fast paced story in which the author not only pulls you into a convoluted tale of crime, deception and power, but also gives us a look at the effects and consequences this work can have on the people who enforce the law.
I loved the damaged, marvellously illustrated characters and how you are drawn into all their individual lives. The richness and depth of the characters was brought to life by the narrator and it makes your heart bleed for them. She did an excellent job of portraying the tension, drama and suspense, bringing this complex tale to life and making it easy to follow.
This is a captivating story in which the various arcs slowly built in intensity, twist then built again, to reach often shocking conclusions. The various threads are expertly drawn together at the end to give you a complete story with just enough room left in the overarching arc to draw you to the next book. I am definitely going to enjoy the rest of the series if it is anywhere near as good as this first one.
Loved this story. It is fast paced with a great plot.
The book is too complex to be described as a simple thriller.
The characters are heroic and flawed and broken.
It is action packed and heart-breaking.
Pick this up for a weekend read – you won’t want to stop once you’ve started.
K.M. Hodge has created another spine-tingling thriller!
I really like this series. The action may take an occasional breather but that is only to add some steamy romance.
Alex Bailey is a CIA agent embedded in the FBI to uncover agents with criminal ties. His sexual addiction is manageable with the help of “Doc” Ellie but it lurks, waiting to take control of Alex’s life if he lets his guard down and his new FBI partner, Katherine Mitchel, is testing his control. She is the daughter of a U.S. Marshall, killed in the line of duty, on a mission to bring down the Syndicate with the information she has – information so dangerous that they will do anything or kill anyone to get it back.
I enjoyed the interaction between Alex and Katherine. The story is well-written and the plot is sound with enough suspense and drama for any lover of crime thrillers. I received a complimentary copy but my opinions are honest and voluntary.
Very good read. Kept me up half the night!
Terrible, could not finish it. Completely unbelievable characters, dialogue, situations. The writing was patronizing, treats the reader as being stupid.
As a fellow thriller author, I always appreciate a great read in this category, and RED ON THE RUN by K.M. Hodge — indeed, the entire “Syndicate-Born Trilogy” — delivers. I think fans of crime thrillers will love it, but I also think fans of women’s fiction will enjoy the strong female lead characters. It offers action, drama, suspense, romance… so many wonderful elements to make this an enjoyable read.
This book gripped me from page 1!!!! It had twists and turns you never see coming!! I do recommend a box and if Kleenex. The pages evoked a range of emotions from heartbreak to anger to love!
I was given this book in exchange for an honest review. I have read only 1 other book by this author and it was written in partnership with another author. That book was a wonderful mystery/love story. When I was given this book to read,I wasn’t sure what it was about. Looking at the cover with its prominent color of red jumping out at you,I thought,ok this is going to be a murder mystery type of book,and didn’t know if I wanted to read this type since I am hooked on cozies,but I did promise Kellie my honest review, so I started reading it. I was wrong..this isn’t just a murder/mystery book !!! This book is an amazing creation,of mystery,deceit,trust,love,betrayal,and survival! I loved it. As I promised an honest review,I will say that it took me awhile to get comfortable with how each chapter began with the introduction of new characters,this which I always find for me,is hard to follow. But this book is such a sudden “hand on your chest” page turner,I read on……and I was so glad that I did,because I would have missed reading this awesome book. This is the story of a woman named Katherine,who works with the FBI and gets a new partner,Alex. They meet on the same night that Katherine has left her husband Charles. What Katherine doesn’t know is Alex is undercover with the CIA,and investigating the Syndicate,and believes that Charles is a key figure in the mob. As the story evolves,you are taken on a ride of your life !!! There are intense moments that will take your breath away…and you begin wonder , if this happened to you,would you be able to survive? Alex is trying to protect Katherine and keep her alive. Then there is the story of love,and loss. I was so involved in reading this , I had to take deep breaths to slow down my heart rate lol I am so glad that I read this book and definitely recommend it,and I can’t wait for the next book. Wonderful writing from Kelly