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Spree (Codename: Chandler) Paperback – November 27, 2012

by J.A. Konrath (Author), Ann Voss Peterson (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars 750 ratings

CODENAME: CHANDLER

Super spy and assassin Chandler has just barely averted nuclear annihilation when the very organization she works for has her brought in on treason charges, trussed up for interrogation. After a run-in with Chicago Homicide cop Jack Daniels, Chandler discovers one of her sisters, Fleming, has been transferred to a black ops site where the modus operandi is torture and death.

SPREE

Chandler launches a breakneck mission to infiltrate an impossibly secure prison--putting her on a collision course with a squad of violent psychopaths trained to negate her precise skill set. As old enemies reemerge and new ones appear around every corner, Chandler will rely on the help of unexpected allies, including an ex-mob enforcer named Tequila and a firefighter named Lund. But even they may not be enough to stop what lurks within the unlisted military base: a rogue government agency plotting to destabilize the entire nation--and conquer the world.

SPREE by Peterson and Konrath
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  1. Book 2 of 9
    Codename: Chandler
  2. Print length
    378 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    November 27, 2012
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1612185134
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1612185132
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What They're Saying About Ann Voss Peterson's Writing

"Peterson ratchets up the action" - Romantic Times Book Review

"Pulls out all the stops " - F. Paul Wilson, author of The Keep

"Peterson has firmly established herself as a major league talent and a must-read writer." - Blake Crouch, author of Pines


What They're Saying About Joe Konrath's Writing

"Excellent smart-mouth thrills... my advice: Take a long sip."- Lee Child, author of Blue Moon

"Constant thrills and chills." - Heather Graham, author of The Seekers

"Snappy dialogue. Powerful action. A fabulous character to spend time with." - David Morrell, author of First Blood

“The sexiest, most action-packed spy novel ever written, with a dash of romance and some genuine laugh out loud moments. Great hero, great villains, great supporting characters. A one-sitting read. I wish I’d written it.” ―Jack Kilborn, author of Trapped

From the Author

For the completists, or those with a bit of obsessive/compulsiveness, or those who want to know how the Ann Voss Peterson/JA Konrath books all connect, here are some reading lists. All of these series have shared crossover characters, and they all tie-in to the Codename: Chandler series.

These do not have to be read in any particular order, but Ann and Joe encourage you to read them all.

CODENAME: CHANDLER (Ann Voss Peterson & JA Konrath)
#1-Flee
#2-Spree
#3-Three
#4-Hit
#5-Exposed
#6-Naughty
#7-Fix (with F. Paul Wilson)
#8-Rescue
#9-Free

ANN VOSS PETERSON BIBLIOGRAPHY

VAL RYKER THRILLERS
#1-Pushed Too Far
#2-Burned Too Hot
#3-Dead Too Soon
#4-Watched Too Long (with J.A. Konrath)
#5-Buried Too Deep

SMALL TOWN SECRETS: SINS
#1-Lethal
#2-Captive
#3-Frantic
#4-Vicious

SMALL TOWN SECRETS: SCANDALS
#1-Witness
#2-Stolen
#3-Malice
#4-Guilty
#5-Forbidden
#6-Kidnapped
Bonus #3.5-The School

ROCKY MOUNTAIN THRILLERS
#1-Manhunt
#2-Fugitive
#3-Justice
#4-Maverick
#5-Renegade

RETURN TO JENKINS COVE
Book 1: Christmas Spirit by Rebecca York
Book 2: Christmas Awakening by Ann Voss Peterson
Book 3: Christmas Delivery by Patricia Rosemoor

SECURITY BREACH
Book 1: Chain Reaction by Rebecca York
Book 2: Critical Exposure by Ann Voss Peterson
Book 3: Triggered Response by Patricia Rosemoor

GYPSY MAGIC
Part 1: Wyatt (Justice is Blind) by Rebecca York
Part 2: Garner (Love is Death) by Ann Voss Peterson
Part 3: Andrei (The Law is Impotent) by Patricia Rosemoor

RENEGADE MAGIC
Part 1: Luke by Rebecca York
Part 2: Tom by Ann Voss Peterson
Part 3: Rico by Patricia Rosemoor

NEW ORLEANS MAGIC
Part 1: Jordan by Rebecca York
Part 2: Liam by Ann Voss Peterson
Part 3: Zachary by Patricia Rosemoor

JA KONRATH BIBLIOGRAPHY

JACK DANIELS THRILLERS
#1-Whiskey Sour
#2-Bloody Mary
#3-Rusty Nail
#4-Dirty Martini
#5-Shot Of Tequila
#6-Fuzzy Navel
#7-Cherry Bomb
#8-Dead On My Feet
#9-Serial Killers Uncut (with Blake Crouch)
#10-Shaken
#11-Stirred (with Blake Crouch)
#12-Dying Breath
#13-Everybody Dies
#14-Rum Runner
#15-Last Call
#16-White Russian
#17-Shot Girl
#18-Chaser 
#19-Old Fashioned
#20-Bite Force
#21-Jack Rose
#22-Witch Brew
Bonus #2.5-Lady 52 (with Jude Hardin)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 1 (Novella Collection)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 2 (Novella Collection)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 3 (Novella Collection)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 4 (Novella Collection)
Banana Hammock (Novella Collection)

THE KONRATH DARK THRILLER COLLECTIVE
#1-The List
#2-Origin
#3-Afraid
#4-Trapped
#5-Endurance
#6-Haunted House
#7-Webcam
#8-Disturb
#9-What Happened To Lori
#10-The Nine 
#11-Second Coming
#12-Close Your Eyes
Bonus #4.5-Holes in the Ground (with Iain Rob Wright)
Bonus #5.5-Draculas (with Blake Crouch, Jeff Strand, F. Paul Wilson)
Bonus #6.5-Grandma? (with Talon Konrath)

TIMECASTER
#1-Timecaster
#2-Timecaster Supersymmetry
#3-Timecaster Steampunk

STOP A MURDER PUZZLE BOOKS
#1-How: Puzzles 1-12
#2-Where: Puzzles 13-24
#3-Why: Puzzles 25-36
#4-Who: Puzzles 37-48
#5-When: Puzzles 49-60
#6-Answers
Stop A Murder Complete Cases (Book 1-5)

MISCELLANEOUS
65 Proof - Collected Short Stories
The Globs Of Use-A-Lot 3 (With Dan Maderak)

EROTICA
Ann & Joe writing as Melinda DuChamp

MAKE ME BLUSH series
#1-Kinky Secrets Of Mister Kink
#2-Kinky Secrets Of Witches
#3-Kinky Secrets Of Six & Candy

ALICE series
#1-Kinky Secrets Of Alice In Wonderland
#2-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Through The Looking Glass
#3-Kinky Secrets Of Alice At The Hellfire Club
#4-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Vs. Dracula
#5-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Vs. Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
#6-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Vs. Frankenstein
#7-Kinky Secrets Of Alice's Christmas Special
#8-Kinky Secrets Of Alice's New Year Ball

JEZEBEL series
#1-Kinky Secrets Of Jezebel And The Beanstalk
#2-Kinky Secrets Of Puss In Boots
#3-Kinky Secrets Of Goldilocks

SEXPERTS series
#1-The Sexperts - Kinky Grades Of Shay
#2-The Sexperts - Kinky Secrets Of The Pearl Necklace
#3-The Sexperts - Kinky Secrets Of The Alien

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas & Mercer
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 27, 2012
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Attribute not applicable for product
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 378 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1612185134
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1612185132
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.25 inches
  • Book 2 of 9 ‏ : ‎ Codename: Chandler
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars 750 ratings

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  1. Ann Voss Peterson

    Ann Voss Peterson

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    Ann Voss Peterson is the author of over thirty novels and has millions of books in print all over the globe. Winner of the prestigious Daphne du Maurier Award and a Rita finalist, Ann is known for her adrenaline-fueled thrillers and romantic suspense novels, including the Codename: Chandler spy thrillers she writes with J.A. Konrath and her own thriller series featuring small town Wisconsin police chief Val Ryker.

    A creative writing major in college, Ann worked all manner of jobs after graduation, ranging from grooming show horses to washing windows, and now she draws on her wide variety of life experiences to fill her fictional worlds with compelling energy and undeniable emotion.

    She lives near Madison, Wisconsin with her family and their border collie.

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  2. J. A. Konrath

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    Joe Konrath has written over twenty novels in the Lt. Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels thriller series. They do not have to be read chronologically to be enjoyed, but the order is: Whiskey Sour, Bloody Mary, Rusty Nail, Dirty Martini, Shot of Tequila, Fuzzy Navel, Cherry Bomb, Dead On My Feet, Serial Killers Uncut (with Blake Crouch), Shaken, Stirred (with Blake Crouch), Dying Breath, Everybody Dies, Rum Runner, Last Call, White Russian, Shot Girl, Chaser, Old Fashioned, Bite Force, and Witch Brew. More coming soon.

    Wow, that's a lot of Jack.

    If you like your thrillers on the dark side, check out the Konrath Dark Thriller Collective, which includes the books The List, Origin, Afraid, Trapped, Endurance, Haunted House, Webcam, Disturb, What Happened To Lori, The Nine, Second Coming, and Close Your Eyes.

    Joe also wrote the Stop A Murder mystery puzzle series, where you become the sleuth and solve brain teasers to try and catch a killer.

    He also wrote the sci-fi trilogy, Timecaster, Timecaster Supersymmetry, and Timecaster Steampunk. Even if you don't think you like sci-fi, give them a try. They feature Joe's well-known characters from his other series, and are insane.

    With Ann Voss Peterson he wrote the Codename: Chandler thrillers, including Flee, Spree, Three, Hit, Exposed, Naughty, Fix (with F. Paul Wilson), Rescue, and Free.

    And, finally, he writes erotica under the pen name Melinda DuChamp, also with Ann Voss Peterson. Those books are probably too spicy for you, so only the brave and bold should seek them out.

    Joe writes a lot. You should probably read everything.

    You can visit Joe and sign up for his newsletter at www.JAKonrath.com/mailing-list.php

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Customers enjoy the book's action content, describing it as a nice thriller that keeps readers turning pages. Moreover, the writing quality receives positive feedback, with customers praising the author's imagination and noting it's easy to read. Additionally, the book features interesting characters, and customers appreciate its fast-paced nature as a great addition to the Chandler series.

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70 customers mention "Action content"49 positive21 negative

Customers enjoy the action content of the book, describing it as a nice thriller that keeps readers turning the pages, with an interesting plot and suspenseful elements.

"...As always, Konrath's stories are intense, written tightly, action packed with well characterized principals doing things that seem impossible but,..." Read more

"...This is a very good story." Read more

"Another action packed spy thriller with our favorite sisters Chandler, Hammet and Fleming...." Read more

"...Trigger Warnings: murder, torture, threat of sexual assault..." Read more

30 customers mention "Readability"28 positive2 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, with one describing it as a definitive roller coaster read, while another notes its well-characterized principals.

"...stories are intense, written tightly, action packed with well characterized principals doing things that seem impossible but, made plausible by..." Read more

"...So, still a great read for people who like a high-octane thriller, adrenaline junkies, and fans of Konrath's body of work...." Read more

"...The book is great. I am hoping Konrath considers making this a long running series like the Jack Daniels series, I love it just that much!..." Read more

"...Don't get me wrong it is very good just not the same as the first." Read more

20 customers mention "Character development"17 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book, with one review specifically highlighting the development of the Flemming character, while another appreciates the female James Bond type heroines.

"...Nonetheless, we learn more about the various characters, have a couple more run-ins with Harry McGlade (who is incredibly amusing) and spend lots of..." Read more

"...I did enjoy reading Tequilla again he was a great character and I will, of course catch "Three" when it hits the stands...." Read more

"...But, this book was just ok. I love this series because the main character is so good, but she spends a good chunk of this book being bested by a lot..." Read more

"...The writer has quite an imagination and the characters are super human---you wonder if any of this really happens...." Read more

16 customers mention "Pacing"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, finding it well-paced and a great addition to the Chandler series, with one customer noting it's full of surprises.

"Another fast and sizzling tale of corruption, deception, murder, and mayhem among the those tasked with protecting our country and preserving our..." Read more

"...Like the other Chandler books, this one is past paced & thrilling. Definitely a must read if you like thrillers." Read more

"Love the Chandler series! Especially Spree as Chandler shows so much more emotion and not just as 'badass'. Although her antics are great!..." Read more

"I thought the Chandler series was a fast paced fun read...." Read more

14 customers mention "Writing quality"10 positive4 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting the author's imagination and easy readability, with one customer highlighting it as a good pairing of writers.

"...beyond human limits, using intelligence, their physical training, imagination and sometimes just plain luck to overcome unbelievable obstacles and..." Read more

"...The writer has quite an imagination and the characters are super human---you wonder if any of this really happens...." Read more

"This book was not as fast moving as the First one. It is well writen but the ending leaves you hanging again!..." Read more

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  • Joseph L. Young
    5.0 out of 5 stars Women to envy!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2012
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    Spree (Chandler Series) I purchased this book on the strength of having liked several previously purchased books that Konrath had authored. I wasn't disappointed this time either although, instead of hard, fast, intelligent men agents, this story is about the three remaining identical sisters from the original seven that were trained by the Instructor, for use in covert intelligent operations. As always, Konrath's stories are intense, written tightly, action packed with well characterized principals doing things that seem impossible but, made plausible by Konrath. This is a story about operatives going beyond human limits, using intelligence, their physical training, imagination and sometimes just plain luck to overcome unbelievable obstacles and prevail in the end. Even their friends, picked up along the way, were amazing creatures and loyal beyond belief. I found it refreshing to find female characters that are both physically and intellectually overpowering as well as extremely attractive specimens as well. Great plot, intense action and never a dull moment. A page turner of the first order. If you haven't read a Konrath book recently, it is time to reach out for a tense treat. Loved it, especially the contrast between the good and the evil characters. Konrath creates great characters and then doesn't disappoint, he lets the good ones win!
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Well, things can get worse for Chandler
    Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2019
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    Chandler just cannot catch a break, but luckily, she has Jack, Harry, and Tequila on her side. Jack can only do so much, but she does at least provides Chandler with a couple of back ups. Harry is still a sleeze, but you know that about him and he is consistent. Tequila is still bad a$$ and almost too good to be true.

    When Chandler awakens in the hospital and finds out that "men in black" are there to question her and Fleming, before she gets a chance to recover, she again finds herself fighting for her freedom, and eventually, her life. Fleming is taken from the hospital before she can get to her so Chandler finds herself doing something she was not trained for and that is mounting an assault on a black ops site to rescue her sister. She can't do it alone, and she can't trust the agency she worked for. When Jack puts her in touch with Tequila, she has to learn to trust a stranger to back her up. When she meets David, she extends that trust to another person, but at a cost.

    When she finds out exactly who is responsible for her cover being blown and that her whole life has been orchestrated from birth, the betrayal and resulting catastrophe might just be impossible to overcome.

    Just when I keep thinking things cannot get more fantastical, well, they do.
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  • Maggie Deaton
    5.0 out of 5 stars Black Ops, corrupt politicians, and no way out
    Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2021
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    Another fast and sizzling tale of corruption, deception, murder, and mayhem among the those tasked with protecting our country and preserving our freedoms, even as they break every rule in the law book. And, what of the operatives following the orders they are given by these " elected officials high up the food chain"? Well, they are just beginning to realize that there may be little to no difference between the " good " guys and the " bad "... So, now what? Read " THREE " to see where it gods from here....
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  • K. Sozaeva
    3.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced, definitely good for adrenaline junkies, but not as good at the first
    Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2013
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    Book Info: Genre: Spy Thriller
    Reading Level: Adult--explicit sex scene
    Recommended for: Fans of thrillers, adrenaline junkies
    Trigger Warnings: murder, torture, threat of sexual assault

    My Thoughts: While as entertaining as Flee was, it wasn't quite as good at holding my attention. Nonetheless, we learn more about the various characters, have a couple more run-ins with Harry McGlade (who is incredibly amusing) and spend lots of time observing some really sick psychos. Most of this book is set near the Wisconsin Dells, an absolutely beautiful place, so it was fun to read about that, and also fun to think about Hammett and her merry band of psychopaths meeting up in a clown motel...

    So, still a great read for people who like a high-octane thriller, adrenaline junkies, and fans of Konrath's body of work. This book also had an explicit sex scene that felt sort of added on which I skipped through, since it didn't really add anything to the story. Next up is the brick of a book Three, which is over 600 pages. Watch for that review!

    Series Information: Spree is the second book in the Codename: Chandler series.
    Book 1: Flee read and reviewed 5/17/13, review linked here where formatting allowed
    Exposed is a novella featuring Chandler, and may be read after Flee; I will not be reading it right now
    Book 3: Three, to be read next

    Disclosure: I purchased this book for myself so I could read the whole series after receiving the third book through Vine. All opinions are my own.

    Synopsis: Superspy and assassin Chandler has just barely averted nuclear annihilation when the very organization she works for has her brought in on treason charges, trussed up for interrogation. After a run-in with Chicago Homicide cop Jack Daniels, Chandler discovers one of her sisters, Fleming, has been transferred to a black ops site where the modus operandi is torture and death.

    Chandler launches a breakneck mission to infiltrate an impossibly secure prison--putting her on a collision course with a squad of violent psychopaths trained to negate her precise skill set. As old enemies reemerge and new ones appear around every corner, Chandler will rely on the help of unexpected allies, including an ex-mob enforcer named Tequila and a firefighter named Lund. But even they may not be enough to stop what lurks within the unlisted military base: a rogue government agency plotting to destabilize the entire nation--and conquer the world.
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  • LZK
    4.0 out of 5 stars book 2
    Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2024
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    Not as action packed as 1 but still a lot to take in. I thinkbook 3 could be as good as 1 was.
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  • Ann Keeran
    5.0 out of 5 stars Three Sisters
    Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
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    Three sisters left in the secret program, multiple agendas are coming to light. Will the sisters survive? Should they? Spree!
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  • Gary B Thomas
    5.0 out of 5 stars Unusual assassins
    Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2024
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    Three female assassins identical in looks, but each different in the way that they think and act. This is a very good story.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow !
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 12, 2014
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    eventually I read all 3 books, I am left wanting more !
    Conspiracy theories abound.
    Sisterly love/hate.
    Spies internally to the US.
    Violence , lust and a little love !
    A terrific mix and almost believable (if you want to worry !).
    Couldn't put it down....
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  • Amazon Customer
    1.0 out of 5 stars Ich mag keine Bücher
    Reviewed in Germany on September 25, 2016
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    Wo die Hauptfigur mehr Fähigkeiten als Superman besitzt, intelligenter als Einstein ist und bessere Sinne wie ein wildes Tier hat.
    Sehr enttäuschend und schade ums Geld
    Habe nach 20 Seiten aufgehört zu lesen.
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  • Bert Stoltz
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in Australia on September 29, 2015
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    Rivoting read although a little predictable at times
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  • Linda
    4.0 out of 5 stars Thrilled once again
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 16, 2013
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    Another good read from these authors. The series are exciting and while they are a bit far fetched it remains an exciting read. Looking forward to reading the final book in the trilogy in the future
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  • jim peene
    3.0 out of 5 stars Spree light easy reading.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 15, 2012
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    easy to pick up and put down not to much though required totally unbelievable story line but that why I wanted to read it
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