Hard Duty by J.B. Turner
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If you’re in the mood for a fast-paced thriller that’ll keep you glued to the pages, Hard Duty by J.B. Turner is exactly what you need. This latest installment in the Jon Reznick series takes readers on a wild ride through the high-stakes world of black-ops, espionage, and international intrigue. Reznick is back, and this time, he’s facing a mission that might just be his toughest yet.
The story kicks-off with Jon Reznick trying to enjoy some rare downtime, but his break is short-lived when the CIA calls. A disgruntled US counterintelligence expert is on the verge of selling decades’ worth of state secrets to the Russians, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Reznick is tasked with tracking down the rogue agent somewhere in the volatile Middle East, a region teeming with danger and fraught with diplomatic tensions. Time-sensitive is the understatement of this book!
What makes this mission particularly deadly is the target’s elite protection—highly trained Russian mercenaries who will stop at nothing to protect their asset. The odds are stacked against Reznick, but with his trusted team—gritty Scot Mac McCafferty and the brilliant cybersecurity whiz Trevelle Williams—he embarks on a relentless chase that spans countries and cultures.
J.B. Turner has a knack for writing thrillers that feel like they were ripped from the headlines. The Middle Eastern setting and the geopolitical stakes give the story an added layer of realism, and Turner’s writing puts you right in the thick of the action. Every chase, fight, and tense negotiation is vividly described, making it easy to visualize the high-stakes world Reznick operates in.
Reznick himself remains one of the most compelling aspects of the series. He’s a no-nonsense patriot who gets the job done, no matter how impossible the odds. In Hard Duty, we see his razor-sharp instincts and unyielding determination tested like never before. The addition of Mac and Trevelle as his backup adds depth to the story, with their skills and personalities rounding out the team dynamic.
This isn’t just a straightforward shoot-‘em-up thriller, though. The book also explores the murky world of disinformation, espionage, and betrayal, raising questions about loyalty and the price of secrets. The stakes feel incredibly real—this isn’t just a mission; it’s a matter of life and death, with global consequences hanging in the balance.
Why You Should Read This Book:
Hard Duty is perfect for fans of action-packed thrillers with strong, resourceful protagonists and edge-of-your-seat pacing. Whether you’re a longtime follower of the Jon Reznick series or new to the books, this one delivers everything you could want from a gripping espionage tale: intense action, a tight-knit team, and a mission so impossible it’ll keep you hooked until the last page.
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J.B. Turner has done it again with Hard Duty. It’s the kind of book you can easily binge in one sitting, thanks to its relentless pace and compelling characters. If you’re looking for a story that’s as thrilling as it is smart, this one* comes highly recommended. Reznick proves once again that failure is never an option, even when the odds are stacked against him.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for providing Curating Edits with an early copy of Hard Duty in exchange for an honest review.