The Hired Gun
The Hired Gun by Matthew Branton is a New Ed edition published by Bloomsbury in April 2002. This 224-page book presents a narrative centered on John Decker, a seasoned contract killer who finds himself navigating a treacherous landscape of competition and betrayal. As he grapples with the pressures of his profession and the emergence of younger rivals, Decker’s life takes a turn when he is forced to team up with a new hitman, complicating his already precarious position.
Readers will discover a story that delves into the challenges of maintaining power in a ruthless world where one’s value is determined by their latest success. The plot intertwines themes of adventure and thriller elements, as Decker confronts not only external threats but also his own past when a woman enters his life, prompting him to reconsider his solitary existence. This edition offers an engaging exploration of loyalty, ambition, and the consequences of a life lived on the edge.
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In a world where you’re only as good as your last job, John Decker is tired. He may be top of the tree, but it’s groaning with the weight of younger blood climbing the branches below. Banker? Market-maker? No- Decker is a contract killer, the best in the business. But when a contender offs his handler, Decker’s out on his own. Forced into an alliance with a younger hitman, he finds himself pushing for position as well as fighting for his life. And when a fine young woman enters the frame, Decker has to choose between the life of a loner and the things he left behind, further back than he can recall …
The Hired Gun. It’s a killer thriller.
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