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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Mary Espinoza

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

If you’re looking for a book that has a little bit of everything, then this is the book for you! The storyline contains action, romance, hope, and more. This book is the third installment of the series and even though I didn’t read the first two, I didn’t feel like I couldn’t understand and follow the plot. This was a great tale into a gentleman’s life named, Gary Hollins and what he endured in a previous life and what brought him to Australia. The descriptions in this book made me feel like I was included in the book. I had no problem going back and forth between current times and the past and I feel the character of Debbie was also very well developed. Descriptions such as sitting on the back deck, listening to Gary’s stories really helped bring the book feel like reality. I plan on going back and reading the first two books of the series and I wouldn’t be disappointed to find out there is a book four in the works.

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Mary Espinoza, December 2022

Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Amy Dean

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Having to quarantine for two weeks is a lonely ordeal so one colleague tells another that he is staying with her and her kids. A shocking story being revealed is a good therapeutic distraction for Debbie while her mother struggles with Covid while it stirs up distant suppressed memories for Gary. The stories he reveals gives her greater insight into his past actions when times got tough. This book is well written and keeps you engaged with the stories Gary reveals during younger years in his life. This book is number three of the series but is a good read standalone.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Jamie Burns

Gunner is the third book in the Hollins & Haring Series by T.J. Beach. The book takes place during the COVID outbreak which forces Gary and Debbie to quarantine together. During this time, Gary takes Debbie on an adventure into his past. His past is not pretty, but it is filled with action that helps Debbie take her mind off of her mother who is struggling with her COVID battle. Beach does a great job of weaving the action into the story and gives breaks to the action in a manner that builds suspense and intrigue about Gary’s past. This series reminds me of old spy movies, and in my opinion, makes a great action-packed movie. Gunner is the perfect book for anyone wanting an action-packed read!

Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Amanda Glaspie

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book brings a little bit of everything. Action, romance, hope, and more. This is the third installment in the series and although I didn’t read the first two, the was a great tale into Gary Hollins previous life and what brought him to Australia. The descriptions in this made me feel like I was in each scene. I had no confusion going back and forth between current times and the past and I felt like inwas Debbie, sitting on the back deck, listening to Gary’s stories. I plan on reading the first two and hope there is a book four in the works.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Micalah Weatherholtz

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gunner is book number three in the Hollins and Haring series about two private detectives, Debbie, and Gary, although we find out pretty quickly that Gary is not his actual name, and he has a dark, shocking past that he hasn’t ever shared with anyone. When Covid begins to rear it’s ugly head in Australia and Debbie’s mom becomes incredibly I’ll and the family’s ends up having to quarantine. Over the next two weeks Gary begins to share his story with Debbie as a way to distract her and keep her from spiraling into despair and depression. Once I started I was drawn into the modern day story as much as I was the story of Gary’s past. The tone, descriptive language, and the anecdotes used throughout the book, such as “taking the piss” I thought were cool as I had never heard phrases like that and it held my interest throughout. I didn’t really know what to expect, other than some form of military story and I was pleasantly surprised with the book. I didn’t think I would become as invested as I did but I started to find myself wanting to know what happened next along with Debbie. I did find myself wondering why everyone was so hard on Gary/Simon, both sets of parents, I understood Trish’s fear, stress, and curiosity when she thought Gary was lying but as a military wife with a military family they had unrealistic expectations. One cannot simply drop everything and ‘be’ there, or come home immediately, unless their is dire circumstances no matter how much they might want to. Granted I do understand he was ‘supposed’ to be on leave or sorts at some points even if he was sometimes lying. E14 really took advantage of him and I was kind of outraged for him then too. Overall, I did really enjoy this book/series and would be interested in reading more by this author.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Santana Hicks

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gary and Debbie are about to spend a lot of time together. COVID has struck and Debbie’s mom had it so 14 days isolation it is for everyone. Since Gary lives alone, Debbie insists that he quarantine with her and her kids.

To pass the time, Gary delves into his past to a time where he was the yes man for the military. After being kicked from the SAS, he is met by a shady guy who worked for the government and they hired him to tail a group of neo-nazi terrorists.

He had to do a lot of bad things to keep up the facade of neo-nazi, meanwhile his girlfriend is pregnant and suspicious of his activities. Reliving his past is killing him inside as he made so many mistakes but he would do anything to distract his good friend from her sick mother.

The book jumps back and forth from the present to the past but it’s easy to follow along. Even though it is the 3rd book of the series, it was fine as a stand alone since it’s Gary’s prequel in a way.

It was very well written and I loved the characters but it just wasn’t my thing.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Shannen Kern

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gunner is the third book in the Hollins & Haring series, but I read it as a standalone. I don’t think you’ll get lost in it without the others, but after reading this one I’m definitely picking up the rest of the series.

Gary and Debbie work together and seem to get along well enough. She has a feeling that Gary has a lot that he isn’t facing in his life, but he is a master at avoidance. But all is not well when the inevitable happens. Debbie’s mother is the first person in their town to test positive for COVID, and now Gary is there with her family in quarantine. Debbie is anxious and isn’t sure what to do since her husband, who is her strength, is far away working. Gary decides he’s going to distract her with what she wants to know…his sad story. Speaking this out loud may help Debbie, but it’s making Gary face his demons that he’d rather run from.

This was an incredibly emotional read, and I couldn’t put it down once I started. I highly recommend picking this up, and I’m headed to pick up the rest of the series now because this author has a way of grabbing your attention and keeping it!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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Gunner (A Hollins & Haring Book) by T.J. Beach – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A real page turner of a novel, which kept me gripped throughout the story. Gary Hollins only works when Debbie Haring nags him, and he remains a mystery to her. Having had private detective assignments turn bad before, Debbie knows that there is no one better than Gary to have by your side. However, Gary never talks about where he learnt his deadly skills, and he’s happy to waste his days in a West Australian beachside caravan park, with a cheap beer, far away from his past in England. When Debbie’s world collapses, Gary reluctantly distracts t her by telling her his story. Debbie’s Mum is the first local of Bell’s Landing to test positive for the COVID virus, which is sweeping the globe. To make matters worse Debbie is stuck in quarantine alongside Gary, with her kids, whilst her husband Matt is away on a mine site.
As Gary’s story unfolds, Debbie learns that he was cut from SAS recruitment just short of graduation, and then a fringe-government organisation made him an offer, if he could infiltrate a neo-Nazi hate group, they would give him a second chance at special forces wings. Gary was ordered to take part in increasingly violent attacks, whilst being plagued with doubts about his less than above board handlers. Meanwhile he was having to tell his pregnant girlfriend lies. As Debbie’s Mum deteriorates, Gary is forced to face his demons which drove him away from his own family. This crime, mystery thriller was at times heartbreaking to read, and it took me on an emotional rollercoaster. The Covid storyline made it feel very real and relatable. The characters are great and I felt engaged with both Debbie and Gary, whilst the settings in both Australia and London were brought to life by the descriptive narrative. Although part of a series, I happily read it as a standalone story.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Katie Matthews

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was such a great read – I can’t’ believe I haven’t found this series before. This is the third book in the series however I read it perfectly well as a standalone however I think I’ll definitely be looking to read the first two books now. I liked that there were current themes in the story that made it relatable to me as a reader. It was really well written and certainly grabbed my attention. The characters were interesting to read about and really well developed. The story had a lot of action going on and my interest was held from beginning to end. The author had a really great writing style that I found engaging.
I would absolutely recommend this book and look forward to reading more from this new to me author!

@katiem
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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Jennifer Reimer

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I didn’t realize that this was the third book in the series, but that never stops me from reading a book. And honestly, I was excited that I did keep reading without reading the first books, because this book was amazing without them. it can be read as a stand-alone book in the series. I wish I could comment on the other two books to say whether this one was just as good and you don’t want to miss reading the others, but sadly at this moment I cannot. I do feel if I had the chance to read the first two, I would have a deeper in depth on the characters, and who they are as a person. But this book was gripping and exciting on its own. This thriller of a story had me gripping the edge of my seat, it opened the door up of what the main character had gone thou in his past, the telling of these stories was compelling, and I wanted more. Going from past to present was very easy to follow and I didn’t feel like I was missing anything when it would switch back and forth. I really enjoyed this book; I really can’t wait to see if there will be more with this series.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) T.J. Beach – Review byTausha Treadway

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gunner (A Hollins & Haring Book) by T.J. Beach. This is the 3rd book in the Holliins & Haring Series and I loved it just as much as the other two. This one can be read as a standalone but I really like to read them in order. This one is about the 2020 COVID pandemic and PTSD. The story is about Gary & Debbie. Debbie is Gary’s new boss in a Private Investigator’s office. Debbie and Gary have become super close even with the whole family so when Debbie’s mom contracts COVID they all have to quarantine together. During this time Debbie finds more and more out about Gary who seems so secretive. Matt is Debbie’s husband but he is forced to quarantine away from the family. When Gary finally gets comfortable he tells Debbie about some of his past and it is ALOT! Dealing with all kinds of trauma from his job and he thinks if he tells Debbie it will take her mind off of being worried about her mom and being away from her husband! This is a great story that will really hit home for a lot of people. I read it very fast.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Desiree Ottinger

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gary has a past, but Debbie does not know all the details of it. While Gary is visiting Debbie and her family, they find out that Debbie’s mom has been exposed to the Coronavirus. Unfortunately, her mom tests positive, and everyone else is negative. Debbie’s mom leaves them all to quarantine together to keep them safe. When her mom takes a turn for the worse, Gary decides to distract Debbie by telling her his story of how he came to be in Australia working with her. As she learns his truth, can she look at him the same? Can she still trust him? Will her mom pull through so she can say all the things that are left to say?

This was a quite a read. The author did a fantastic job of intertwining the two stories together. The characters were realistic and relatable. I could feel their emotions as they were going through their separate struggles. The end of the book leaves you wanting to know more about what happens next because while it is somewhat a closed story of Gary, he opens up part of his past in the end. I look forward to finding out what transpires next!

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Amelia Stansell

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I read from this author. I loved it! This is book 3 of 3, but could be easily read alone. The characters are fantastic. There are a few different story lines, but still easy to follow each story. The ending ended on a cliffhanger, so I’m eager to see if the author is going to release another book.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Heidi Sturgess

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book 3 in the series . What I’m about to say is not critique but my personal opinion, I think it’s because I’m book greedy 📕❣️😉 I didn’t feel lost but I had a few questions when I got to after halfway so if you’re greedy like me read the first 2 but it’s definitely not a deal breaker and Gunner earns every 🌟 it’s gets when reviewed !

This read felt so real because the effects and it’s shocking aftermath of Coronavirus is still so very raw and fresh so you really feel this read .

I must compliment TJ Beach on the splash of humour is does relieve the tension a bit 😉❣️

Gary is a bit of a closed book and his new boss Debbie is very curious as to who and what this man is . She befriends him and he comes a part of her life and family so when her mum tests positive for coronavirus and they all have to go into quarantine , Gary included things become very real for all of them especially Gary and we all get to learn so much more about the characters , as I said very relatable.

Heads up I needed a little time out to to absorb and reflect when I was done , not a bad thing just a real thing

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Ashley Johnson

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first book by this author and it will not be my last. I will definitely go back and read the first two books of this series. How the story is set up is pretty neat. It’s a story within a story. Gary and Deb have a weird/great relationship. I will be reading more from this author.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Michelle Austin

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was a great 5 star read.
I was pulled in and didn’t want to put it down. Debbie and Gary are staying together during the pandemic. As time goes on, Debbie’s mom ends up with COVID and she becomes very worried. Gary also has a past that he decides to share with Debbie. We learn some interesting and heartbreaking things. How will Debbie react to Gary’s secrets? Will his story help her keep her mind off her worries?

Overall this was a great read. The characters were great and they had a great connection. At first I wasn’t sure about Gary until he started sharing his story. The author does a great job with his writing. This is the 3rd book in the series but can be read as a stand alone. 1-click and get started today.

Reviewed by @mab54615
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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Emmye Marihugh

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I’m sure it is a good book but I couldn’t get farther than chapter 3. I don’t recall anything about COVID in the book description and I just couldn’t get past it. I’m not opposed to modern timed books I just don’t want to have to think about COVID when it happened in the very recent past. It was also confusing going back and forth from country’s. One moment they are in Australia in current times then you are in Britain and it isn’t clear when the transition happens, to me at least.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Alison Risher

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

How each person navigated through the early days of the pandemic is a personal experience. This book provides readers a window into the lives of a family who must quarantine when the grandmother learns she has been exposed to, and ultimately contracts, Covid. Readers experience a story within a story. One main character delivers, in increments, to the other main character, a part of his history he had previously kept silent about. This story within is exceptional. Learning to depend on others, and to what extent we depend on them, while isolating and quarantining- I feel that may be the ultimate lesson we take away from the pandemic.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Christen Ware

Gunner by T.J. Beach My rating: 4 of 5 stars Reading this as a stand-alone rather than as a part of the series. This book has a very interesting plot line, and it hops for a second and takes a bit to get orientated. Dealing with PTSD, Covid, and overall feelings of grief and anger, […]

Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by M Policicchio

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is my first book in this series. This author has an interesting way of storytelling. There is so much going on at all times. I am not sure which plot line to focus on or which one matters the most. In this book there are at least 4 different lines to follow. The thing is that you can easily follow each one. It is fantastic.

Deb and Gary are friends and partners in a private investigations firm in Western Australia. Deb and Gary have a unique relationship. They seem more like brother and sister. The story is set at the beginning of the Covid pandemic when there was little known about the disease. Deb’s mom, Nan, was diagnosed with Covid and is growing sicker. Deb and Gary have had to self-isolate with Deb’s kids. To keep Deb’s mind off of Nan’s illness, Gary tells Deb a story about his experience with covert government agencies in London. As part of this tale, Gary tells Deb about his former partner, Tish, and their relationship. As Nan’s condition changes, Gary’s tale of covert undercover work grows more dangerous.

I can’t believe the way this book ends. Seriously. Nothing like a good old fashioned cliffhanger. Even if the book didn’t end the way it did, I am pretty sure I was sticking around to find out what happens next. This is an amazing read!!

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Kerry Baker

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is definitely and interesting one to read. As the third book in the series it can be read as a standalone although I do think it would be best read in order. I enjoyed the story but definitely feel like I missed a few details and background information.
This book is a good thriller. It pulled me in and I wanted to read more to see what was going on. I enjoyed seeing the dynamic between all the characters. With the added complexity of COVID I think it created an intriguing story. Having experienced the pandemic so recently I think this really helped you to engage with what was happening. I thought this was a well written story and I am looking forward to reading the previous books in the series.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Christine Baranek

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Gunner
By: TJ Beach
5*
At the moment I am loving books that include our current life situation. At first, I thought that I would hate them and would prefer books that show characters experiencing life as we were used to. However the more I read books in a post pandemic world, the more I realize I like reading books that make me see characters in situations that are really really relatable.
At the beginning of the book we meet, Gary and Debbie. Gary is man of mystery and Debbie wants to know more. Debbie is Gary’s new boss in a private investigator office. Debbie and Gary have grown close and everyone in Debbie’s family loves Gary, even her husband. Gary spends lots of time with Debbie and her kids. When Debbie’s mom tests positive for coronavirus, they find out that they all must quarantine. This means that Gary will be staying with Debbie and her family, because she doesnt want him to be alone for two whole weeks. This time gives Gary a chance to tell her about himself, his story and what all he has seen. This won’t be an easy task for Gary but he must help his friend distract herself from her situation.
I absolutely loved this story. I love the realness of the situation, from the despair of Debbie’s Mother when she tests positive. To the family’s reaction to having to quarantine. However, the part I loved the most was the friendship between Debbie and Gary. This felt like a real life friendship and their care for one another was palpable. Gary’s story was absolutely fascinating and I loved reading the background about him. What has happened to him to make him the way he is.
This is the third book in a series, but I have not read the first two books (yet). This definitely reads as a standalone and I had no problem following the storyline as I was reading. I definitely think this is a must read!

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Angela Shirley

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Gary and Debbie work together at the Detective Agency, although they get on well there is always something at the back of Debbie’s mind that Gary seems to have had a hard life. As the time goes on Debbie is devastated when her mother becomes ill with COVID her world falls apart.

As the world comes under siege by this mysterious virus and is thrown into Quarantine, with her mother ill and Debbie not being able to get to her so becomes reliant on Gary to help her through this time. Gary has his own demons and with the help of Debbie offering an ear when he needs to decompress the relationship grows.

Gary’s history is rocky, and can Debbie help him be the man he wants to be.

This was the first book I have read by this author and although this story is the third in the series it was easy to read as a standalone. I loved the characters and the interactions they had needing each other in the times of great solitude and pressures of the pandemic in Australia. The story from Gary was heart-breaking and really delved into his character and who he is now.

I loved this story and can’t wait to read the other two books in this series to understand the relationship got to this point from these characters and hope to read book four in the future.

Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Kerry Carr

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 3rd book in the Hollins & Haring series. I personally haven’t read the first two books but I was still able to enjoy this as a standalone. The author has a great way of writing which drags you into the story and doesn’t let go. I really felt for Debbie when her mum tested positive for covid. All the upsetting circumstances of having a loved women very poorly and not being able to help is something most people can relate to which makes the story feel more real.

Gary and Debbie work together trying to set up their own investigation business. But to Debbie Gary is a mystery. She doesn’t know much about his past or where he comes from, that is until now.

Gary doesn’t want to remember his past or even think about it but when Debbie’s mum becomes sick with covid he decides a way to distract her is to open up about himself.
So we are now taken through a story of danger, heartbreak and action and we grow to understand why Gary is the way he is and the circumstances which have lead him here.
Mixed with us learning Gary’s story we also still follow along with Debbie and her family as they struggle with her mum being ill and all the complications that came with a sick loved one during covid times.

It was lovely to see Debbie and Gary get closer as Gary tells his story. Its hard to read in parts as Gary is forced to face demons he would rather never see again but he feels he needs to, because his story is all thats holding Debbie together at times. I will definately be going back to read the first two books.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Kiana Corley

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Great read to see what happens in militant relationships. How secrets can build and destroy relationships.

In the time of covid and quarantines, what happens when colleagues are stuck together? One with a past he wants to forget and the other is worried about an ill family member. What better way to bond and pass the time than to tell a story that has weighed heavy on one’s heart?

This book focuses on the story of Gary Hollins and what brought him to Australia. Not everything it was it seems with Gary. He has a past that is hard to handle let alone for a man to retell. Yet he tells his closest friend and colleague to help keep her occupied from worrying about her family.

What secrets and skeletons lie in Gary’s closet? What happens when one is cut off from family? Read this book to find out.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Devon Pulliam

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

First off this is book 3 but a great standalone read. I don’t feel like you miss anything by not reading the other 2 first. This book does have some trigger parts…. I say that not to spoil but to warn it does talk about a suicide and a miscarriage. It also talks about the struggle and then turn around of a covid patient. Plus the struggle families had in the early days/weeks/months of the pandemic when a loved one was in the hospital.

Gary and Debbie end up quarantining together when Debbie’s mom comes down with Covid. They aren’t just co-workers but also friends as well. So this book is taking place early 2020 and mentions several times at how strict the lockdown(s) were at that time and being the first case in that area.

Debbie knows Gary has a past and during their time in quarantine she talks Gary into telling her his story. And what a story it is! His military background and training were working for him when he got mixed in with basically the wrong people. As he is telling his story to Debbie he changes into what I would like to think his old self… the one before getting caught up “chasing the money”.

All while they are working towards being private investigators. He tells Debbie about his past life and why he is now in Australia and under a new name. Seeing how hard Gary worked in his past life and let the bad over take his life I felt bad for him and his journey.

Now I am off to read the other 2 books as I need to know more of Debbie and Garys story! Hopefully there is a 4th because I’d love a follow up to this one!

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Angela Hayes

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

Gunner is the third book in the Hollins & Haring series by T.J. Beach. This is the first book that I have read by Mr. Beach, so I really didn’t know what to expect going into the story. But the intriguing name had caught my eye, and I really love a great thriller- so I clicked a copy and dove in to see what I would find. I wish I had realised going in that this is the third book in the series, because even though this could be read as a standalone, I feel it would have been an even better experience if I had read the other two books in the series first and had known everything that has happened up to this point. Don’t get me wrong, this was a great read, as is, even not knowing what happened previously… I just can’t help but wonder what happened in the first two books and whether that information would have elevated my reading experience of this instalment…… so I will definitely be going back to explore those books, before continuing on with this series.
This is a cleverly woven thriller with dual threads unravelling at the same time- adding some extra depth, tension, and intrigue to this gripping read.
Playing out at the start of the Covid pandemic, the story takes us from Western Australia to London- for and action-packed read that I imagine would also make a thrilling movie.
These characters are really well-developed- they were expertly crafted into fully realised individuals with their own unique personalities, quirks, and flaws. I felt for them and what they had/were going through- which made it easy to connect with them and invest in the story.
I am glad that I stumbled on this book- otherwise I might have missed out on discovering a great author and a thrilling series, and now I can’t wait to sink my teeth into more instalments.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, T.J. Beach!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Bobbi Wagner

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this suspenseful thriller. This is a new author for me which I enjoyed reading. I enjoyed how the author was able to use their writing skills and attention to details to make the story come to life. This is a fast paced story that is hard to put down. The characters pulled you into the story from the start and made me feel a part of the story. They have great growth as well as being supportive of each other. The twists and turns had me sitting on the edge of my seat. Gary is asked to help a friend but before he can do that he must face his own demons. What will happen when he comes face to face with what kept him from his family? This is a great story that I highly recommend.

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Jenni Bishop

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was excited to see that TJ is a fellow Aussie and grabbed a copy asap.

Gunner is the third book of Hollins & Haring which I did not realise until I was three quarters of the way through. I will definitely be going back to read them but didn’t make a difference overall as it is a standalone.

This mystery thriller is set in beautiful state of Western Australia and London on the cusp of Coronavirus. The characters are interesting, and you will be invested in their stories. It is an emotional tale with a little bit humour, where you want to help in any way you can.

Debbie’s mum is fighting for her life and breaking her heart. She wants her family to be together, but a quarantine means that is impossible.

Hollins decides to tell his story but telling his story is raw and reveals his sorry a*$e to his flaws and all. Exposing himself once again to his past torments him and opens old wounds. But will it help him start to heal?

Reviewed by @jennadb

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Gunner (Hollins & Haring Book 3) by T.J. Beach – Review by Shelly Kittell

Gunner (Hollins & Haring #3)Gunner by T.J. Beach
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a pretty intense thriller once Gary starts telling his story. At first, Gary sounds kind of like a schmo but he’s really kind of a nice guy that has some issues. He just needs some pushing that might be a “nag” or two. The story gets pretty intense. I loved the action and drama. Intermixed with the story, we go back to Debbie and her family dealing with Nan having Covid. There are some pretty tense moments. He goes through some tough emotions sharing this with Debbie to help her focus on something else. The writing was strong. The characters are very easy to relate to. The struggles are very real. The descriptions made you feel you were right there in the thick of things. A really good thriller that I highly recommend. I came in at book #3 (this one). I will be going back to catch up on the first two. A new favorite author for me. I love the back and forth between Gary and Debbie.

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