Hit List

“Smart, slick and explosive, this is teen crime fiction at its best.”
—Booktrade.info

Ashley and Benjamin are teenage mercenaries.

They hunt down stolen artefacts and return them to the owners – for a fee.

But when they stumble across an SOS from an imprisoned girl, they realise they’re in over their heads. Because there are others looking for the girl. Corrupt governments. Ruthless corporations. Rogue assassins.

As these forces race towards the place where the girl is trapped – the headquarters of the world’s biggest intelligence agency – Ash realises she’s made a terrible mistake, one that may cost her and Benjamin their lives…

“Jack Heath’s swift-moving, high-stakes sequel to Money Run is supremely well executed – its twisting conspiratorial plot, full of high-tech gadgets and ruthless assassins, remains gripping to the final page. Perfect for fans of Anthony Horowitz and Chris Morphew, this has the added bonus of an ultra-cool, tough and intelligent female lead.”
—Meredith Tate, The Sun Herald.

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“Hit List is a fabulous book which I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to teenage boys and anyone who wants a fast-paced and action-packed story with writing that sweeps you off your feet and carries you away.”
—Jessie Rowen, Books 4 Teens

“Hit List is an action novel with a difference. Readers will find the page-turning narrative, dramatic escapes, close calls and thrilling adventures expected of this genre but Heath’s characters are more interesting, more believable – and more unexpected – than is usual. …like Robin Hood on steroids, Hit List is as much about the characters as their adventures, making the novel much more satisfying to read. Heath even dares to use a much broader vocabulary than is common to the action genre, with well-crafted sentences and descriptions that avoid cliché and carry a hint of humour. Hit List has the adrenaline rush that readers demand but skilful writing and a sly wit make it a story for a wider audience.”
—New South Wales Association for Gifted & Talented Children

“A book that will appeal to younger fans of Ian Fleming-style action adventure… Heath writes mean action sequences.”
—Cameron Woodhead, The Age

“A work of art!”
—James Eracleous

“A killer thriller.”
—Natasha Rudra, The Canberra Times

“Absolutely loved it, and literally could not put it down until I finished it… I can’t remember the last time I’ve been THAT engrossed in a book.”
—Kelly

“Wow! I’m struggling to put it down. Such a great read. Can’t wait for more. Damn good book. Everyone should read it.”
—Jessica, University of South Australia

“I got this the day before it was officially released and couldn’t help it, I stayed up till midnight reading it! I’ve read it three times since… it’s a great book.”
—katierosegirl

Those are just the favourable reviews, of course. If you’re searching for unfavourable reviews of Jack’s books, then his official website seems like a ridiculous place to look.

Still, we are a little bit ridiculous here. Try the critical critics section.

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