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No Rest For The Wicked: An Evan Buckley Crime Thriller (Evan Buckley Thrillers Book 4) Kindle Edition

by James Harper (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 out of 5 stars 1,016 ratings
Four desperate men. One dangerous gamble. No easy outcome.
When PI Evan Buckley wins a free trip for two to an exclusive luxury hotel buried in the mountains of upstate New York, a well-earned rest should be guaranteed. But when an armed gang on the run from a botched robbery that left a man dead invade the hotel and take Evan’s partner Gina hostage along with the other guests and their spirited seven-year-old daughter, Evan’s got his work cut out.
As the armed men become increasingly desperate and more violent, one of them develops an unhealthy obsession with Gina. Cut off from help, Evan will do anything to save her and the other hostages, but his daring plan could get them all killed if she fails to play her perilous and crucial role.
And as if that wasn’t enough, the old hotel has got a few shameful secrets of its own. Only one thing’s for sure - there ain’t no such thing as free.
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  1. Book 4 of 20
    Evan Buckley Thrillers
  2. Print length
    130 pages
  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    April 26, 2018
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What Critics Say About James Harper and The Evan Buckley Crime Thrillers

“I absolutely loved this one. I laughed, cried and held my breath on more than one occasion. Lost sleep as I couldn't put it down, and you left me wanting more.”

"I love the honest grittiness of this new character, his flaws, his heart and his determination."

"So good I bought another....and another...."

"Boy oh boy page turner all the way."

"Try and solve this mystery. No chance."

"Don't pick it up, if you don't have time to not put it down."

James Harper Evan Buckley in order
Bad To The Bones: Evan Buckley Thrillers #1
Kentucky Vice: Evan Buckley Thrillers #2
Sins Of The Father: Evan Buckley Thrillers #3
No Rest For The Wicked: Evan Buckley Thrillers #4
Resurrection Blues: Evan Buckley Thrillers #5
Hunting Dixie: Evan Buckley Thrillers #6
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The Road To Deliverance: Evan Buckley Thrillers #7
Sacrifice: Evan Buckley Thrillers #8
Rough Justice: Evan Buckley Thrillers #9
Touching Darkness: Evan Buckley Thrillers #10
A Long Time Coming: Evan Buckley Thrillers #11
Box Set: Evan Buckley Thrillers #1-4
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07CPNBHM9
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 26, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.8 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 130 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 4 of 20 ‏ : ‎ Evan Buckley Thrillers
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars 1,016 ratings

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James Harper

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James Harper is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the wildly popular Evan Buckley crime thrillers. His novels weave tales full of mystery, non-stop action and edge-of-your-seat suspense with laugh-out-loud humor and a touch of romance, and feature maverick private-eye Evan Buckley and his sometimes partner in crime, Detective Kate Guillory.

For the past twenty-five years James has lived in a 400 year old cottage in the woods with his wife and their cats, Leonard and Lily. In his spare time James does what he’s told (if he knows what’s good for him) and likes touring Europe on his motorbike.

You can sign up for James' readers' group at http://jamesharperbooks.com/free-book/ and get TWO FREE Evan Buckley short stories - Fallen Angel and A Rock And A hard Place. Both of these books are exclusive to James' subscribers - you can't buy them here on Amazon or anywhere else.

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Customers enjoy this crime thriller for its action-packed tale with good intrigue, and one review notes how it draws readers into each scene. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its readability, with one customer describing it as a short book filled with excitement on every page. Additionally, the pacing is fast, the characters are well-developed, and the writing features believable dialogue. However, several customers find the book too short.

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20 customers mention "Action story"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the action-packed tale of this crime thriller, with one customer noting how it draws readers into each scene.

"...A little of the timing seems coincidental, but after all it is a short story...." Read more

"...There is descriptive writing that draws the reader into each scene. N The gang of thieves has a low IQ sexual psycho in the group?..." Read more

"Good story, tense but too short. I like Harper's work, but this was far from the best he has done." Read more

"...I really liked the main characters. The story was very interesting. Good action. Im looking forward to reading more from this author." Read more

15 customers mention "Readability"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and entertaining, with one customer noting it's a short book filled with excitement on every page.

"...Perfect mind candy as I lay in this hospital bed after surgery to fix a broken ankle." Read more

"...No rest for the Wicked is well written and keeps the reader involved in the action...." Read more

"Wow i really enjoyed this book. I havent read one of james harper's books before. I really liked the main characters. The story was very interesting...." Read more

"Loved this book. It diverts from previous books in the series and the main storyline. Action, action, action...." Read more

10 customers mention "Pacing"10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's pacing, describing it as fast-paced and a quick read.

"Fast paced action. A little of the timing seems coincidental, but after all it is a short story...." Read more

"...I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good fast paced book." Read more

"...This is a good quickie. I love the entire enchilada too." Read more

"...A quick read, entertaining, but insufficient mass and depth for me to want to invest in other words about the hero." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...I havent read one of james harper's books before. I really liked the main characters. The story was very interesting. Good action...." Read more

"...Each book is better than the previous. His character is well done without any unbelievable superhero nonsense...." Read more

"...Unable to put down. The plot is very good. The characters are above and beyond. Thank you ." Read more

"...turn and finished in one sitting Laugh, panic, relief all experience via these characters." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing quality"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing quality of the book, noting its believable dialogue.

"...N The gang of thieves has a low IQ sexual psycho in the group? Believable dialogue and characters with distinct personalities. '..." Read more

"...No rest for the Wicked is well written and keeps the reader involved in the action...." Read more

"...It makes the dialogue believable." Read more

"Another action packed book from this excellent writer...." Read more

9 customers mention "Shortness"5 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's length, with several finding it too short.

"...I was able to keep up with all the characters this time. It was short and sweet." Read more

"Good story, tense but too short. I like Harper's work, but this was far from the best he has done." Read more

"Harper can deliver a great Evan Buckley novel. The last book was much longer and I enjoyed...." Read more

"Short and efficient! Lots of action and suspense. I cannot wait to start the next book in the series." Read more

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  • Stephen Steiner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced full of action.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2019
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    Fast paced action. A little of the timing seems coincidental, but after all it is a short story. Evan is hard to describe; a little bit Jack Reacher and a few others.
    Perfect mind candy as I lay in this hospital bed after surgery to fix a broken ankle.
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  • Bookzilla
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced novella
    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2019
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    This stand-alone novella is easy to follow. No editing errors or drag-you-down drama. There is gratuitous violence. Not all questions are answered.

    The storyline is almost a plug and play. There is descriptive writing that draws the reader into each scene. N The gang of thieves has a low IQ sexual psycho in the group? Believable dialogue and characters with distinct personalities.

    'Behind Todd, Mason squared up to Sonny. He was a lot older, in his mid-forties, and getting heavy around the middle, but he carried himself with the same kind of quiet violence you see in grizzly bears.'

    'We the unwilling
    Led by the unqualified
    To kill the unfortunate
    Die for the ungrateful'

    No desire to re-read this story. I am interested in other works by this author.
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  • L.J. Bakke
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another 5 Stars for James Harper.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2018
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    No Rest For The Wicked: An Evan Buckley Short Story (Evan Buckley Thrillers Book 4) The New Even Buckley Story: No Rest for the Wicked is based on the principle that if something seems too good to be true then it usually is. Evan unexpectedly wins a ‘free all-expense paid weekend” to a high end mountain resort in upstate New York. The too- good- to- be- true- part is that the resort is open with a minimum staff and armed robbers have overtaken the resort. No rest for the Wicked is well written and keeps the reader involved in the action. I received an ARC [Advanced Readers Copy] of the book from Mr. Harper. I have read all of the books written by James Harper and this one is as good as all of the other ones. I purchased this one [crazy I know when I've read it for free] because I like to reread certain books and to have them in my home library. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good fast paced book.
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  • Mike Reed
    3.0 out of 5 stars Ok
    Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024
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    Good story, tense but too short. I like Harper's work, but this was far from the best he has done.
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  • GMC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Evan is at it again
    Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2025
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    He is unlucky with women as he gets into another jam. Can he find a way to save the day.
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  • Newf Mom
    4.0 out of 5 stars Need to read this one.
    Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2018
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    Wow i really enjoyed this book. I havent read one of james harper's books before. I really liked the main characters. The story was very interesting. Good action. Im looking forward to reading more from this author.
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  • Togocat
    5.0 out of 5 stars Each book gets better.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2021
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    I love the Evan Buckley series. Each book is better than the previous. His character is well done without any unbelievable superhero nonsense. He has the right mix of toughness, male thick-headless and emotion to make you wish all men were like him. I especially enjoyed this story with the setting in the woods near Lake Placid. I look forward to seeing his relationship with Gina progress. She is a strong woman and I think more interesting than the police detective, Kate.
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  • Zangi
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2021
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    Loved this book. It diverts from previous books in the series and the main storyline. Action, action, action. The only thing I did not like about this book is that it is too short. And development of new characters was not well done.
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  • Wilcockson
    2.0 out of 5 stars Dusappointing
    Reviewed in France on July 21, 2020
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    Very poor compared to first 3 books. Too short, unlikely story that seemed lifted from old school slasher films or even Deliverance. I loved the first 3, looking forward to book 5!
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  • Bookworm Betty: Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Book in the Evan Buckley Series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 30, 2018
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    I received an ARC of this book from the author for an honest review. I am already a fan of Evan Buckley and his trials and tribulations. I thought that perhaps he might be able to enjoy his well earned R & R with Gina at a hotel break he had won in a competition. Alas it was not to be..... Both Evan and Gina turn up at the hotel to find out that they along with two other couples have been invited to a taster weekend break. As it turns out only two of the winning couples turn up and much to the manager Luca's annoyance, the other couple have brought their seven year old daughter who is full of energy. So as the weekend starts off, disaster looms in the shape and form of four criminals who are seeking refuge at the hotel after a botched robbery on a liquor warehouse. As they arrive at the hotel and take their hostages. Evan is out in the woods for his morning practice of tai chi unaware of the dilemma unfolding. And so the quiet weekend slips into oblivion as Evan works to rescue the hostages. Another great book about Evan, the author keeping you on edge until the exciting ending.
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  • Canadian eh?
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hard to put down!
    Reviewed in Canada on May 20, 2019
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    I have enjoyed all of James Harpers stories and No Rest for the Wicked lived up to my expectations. I really like the character of Evan Buckley, including his sense of humour. Mr. Harper brings it all to life and if you like thrills, action and suspense, with laughs and love thrown in....you’ll not be disappointed with his books!
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  • Mark
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another fast paced thriller!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 25, 2021
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    Another super read from the Evan Buckley series.
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  • Josh B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced and thrilling
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 26, 2021
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    Tried this novella as my introduction to this writer and I’m impressed. Very evocative descriptions and a fast paced non- stop thriller. Recommended for lovers of American crime novels who want a quick and satisfying read.
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