Official Review: Death's Companion by James Meenagh

Leen282 · Post by **Leen282** » 28 Jul 2024, 04:51

I read and very much enjoyed this book when it was book of the day a few years ago. Happy to see it promoted again, so more readers can discover the series. I agree with the reviewer that the book is exciting from beginning to end, that the humor adds to the pleasure of reading. I now look forward to reading the book again, getting into the story of Nick and his four-legged companion Coop.

Post by **Rebecca De Figueiredo** » 28 Jul 2024, 04:52

I enjoyed the review, thank you. The beginning of the book was horrific, the teenage girls shoved into a van is a terrifying thought indeed, especially when we learn that this is the gang’s specialty. The dependable Nick will hopefully save the day. It looks like an intriguing novel that many will enjoy.

Post by **Rebecca De Figueiredo** » 28 Jul 2024, 04:55

Sex trafficking is a problem in most places today, and in this exciting novel we meet Nick and hope that he will catch the perpetrators. An intriguing and riveting page-turner that can easily be read over a weekend.

Bassey Anthony Akpan · Post by **Bassey Anthony Akpan** » 28 Jul 2024, 05:44

Death's Companion" by James Meenagh narrates the story of an experienced United States Government assassin, Nick Parker who resigned his position to join law enforcement after ten years on the dirty job. This is a fictional crime story that reminds us of the difficulty law enforcement officers often have to contend with in their daily investigations and the double dealings that forms part of their history.

Timothy Rucinski · Post by **Timothy Rucinski** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:03

I enjoy this kind of thriller. However, since I don't read books in the middle of a series, I should begin with the first book to get the backstory. Congrats to Mr. Meenagh on BOTD. This looks like good stuff.

Nancy004 · Post by **Nancy004** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:05

Death's Companion by James Meenagh is a thrilling and suspenseful crime novel featuring dynamic characters and intense action. Nick Parker's quest to dismantle a human trafficking ring keeps readers captivated and eagerly turning pages until the end.

charleso · Post by **charleso** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:15

I can see from review of The Book ‘Death’s Companion” that is thriller, action packed and heart breaking. I can’t let go, till I have it.

Post by **Magdalyne chebet** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:29

"Death's Companion" by James Meenagh sounds like a riveting crime thriller! Following Nick Parker, a former government assassin turned investigator, as he tackles a dangerous human trafficking ring promises intense action and suspense. The dynamic characters and gripping plot make this novel sound fascinating. I can't wait to see how Nick and his loyal dog, Coop, navigate these perilous challenges. Thank you for the review.

FAIZANUL HAQUE · Post by **FAIZANUL HAQUE** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:31

Excellent review! 'Death's Companion' by James Meenagh is now on my must-read list. Your summary effectively conveyed the book's engaging plot, well-developed characters, and emotional resonance. I appreciate your insightful review and look forward to reading the book.

Brandon Sanderson · Post by **Marie Chalupová** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:37

This book seems like an engaging crime thriller full of action and some humor. It is a sequel so I would go for the prequel first.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:40

"Death's Companion" by James Meenagh is a gripping crime thriller with ex-assassin Nick Parker taking on a human trafficking ring. Suspenseful, intense, and full of action, it's a must-read for fans of the genre. Congratulations on being BOTD!

Eagle Adastra · Post by **Eagle Adastra** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:43

I love books on psychological intelligence and undercover operations. i am sure that I would love this book. I will read it. Congrats to the BOTD.

Chi Chiu Michael Mak · Post by **Chi Chiu Michael Mak** » 28 Jul 2024, 06:47

Brenda Creech wrote: ↑21 Feb 2021, 06:49 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Death's Companion" by James Meenagh.]

4 out of 4 stars
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After ten years as an assassin for the United States Government, Nick Parker resigned. He went to work for the Washington State Criminal Investigation Division (CID) in Seattle, Washington. When he decided he'd had enough of law enforcement, he left it all behind and began rebuilding his mountain cabin, which had burned down a few months prior. Death's Companion, a fictional crime thriller by James Meenagh, is the second book in Nick Parker's story.

Nick received a call from Reggie Flannigan, his former CID partner, who wanted to discuss a current case he had been investigating. Reggie told him a gang called "The Disciples" from Chicago had expanded into the Seattle area. They were abducting teenage girls for a human trafficking ring. Reggie has gotten reassigned to security for a Congressman in the same community where the gang kidnapped two girls. He suspects the Congressman could be involved, and maybe some law enforcement officers. Reggie didn't know who to trust, so he asked Nick to see what he could learn.

Nick was known as a 'legend' during his black-ops years, and death seemed to follow him wherever he went—even in his dreams. There was a saying that "being on Parker's bad side was a bad place to be." Reggie knew he could count on Nick to find out where the girls were. Nick was determined to rescue the girls when he found them and stop the human trafficking ring for good. No longer bound by the government or law enforcement, Nick had his own ideas. Reggie had informed him the gang had a notorious shooter called 'Killer B' who never missed his target. Nick also learned rich and powerful people controlled the human trafficking ring; he just wasn't aware of how far up the rich and powerful ladder they went. Could a former government assassin take on these people? Nick had plenty of ideas up his sleeve, but could he bring this trafficking ring down alone? What happens when Reggie gets involved? Will these two men be triumphant, or will this be their last hurrah?

James Meenagh has written a riveting, spine-chilling novel that will keep the reader holding their breath page after page. The characters are dynamic, yet a little unbelievable, especially the protagonist, Nick Parker. However, Nick's uniqueness keeps the story moving at a whirlwind pace. Another important character in the story is Nick's one-hundred-pound German shepherd companion named Coop, who had wandered up to his cabin one day and decided to stay. The strange thing about Coop is he never barks—but he never needs to. You will discover why as you read the book. The story has a significant amount of profanity and graphic violence, which are typically ingredients I do not relish when I read a book. However, the storyline is so well-written and so intense I found the book difficult to put down. There is some sexual content with obvious innuendos but no actual graphic scenes.

What I liked most about this book is that it kept me in suspense to the end, made me laugh a few times, and made me cry. It has all the elements of a great novel. Although it's the second book about Nick Parker the author has written, I had no trouble reading it as a stand-alone. However, I plan to read the first book as soon as possible. Although I cringed at some of the more violent scenes, I could not make myself stop reading. I held my breath during the last couple of chapters, waiting to see how the story would end.

There is nothing I disliked about Death's Companion. It is professionally edited, with only a few errors, masterfully written, and exciting from beginning to end. James Meenagh is now one of my favorite authors. For those reasons and more, I am happy to rate this book a well-deserved 4 out of 4 stars. I highly recommend it to those who love crime novels with plenty of action mixed with a bit of humor and even a surprise heart-wrenching moment. Due to the profanity, violence, and sexual content, I would not recommend this book to anyone under eighteen or to those who would be offended by the aforementioned content.

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I agree that this book deals with heavy and potentially sensitive themes, so it is definitely not for kids. I cannot wait to see the mystery and the action. I am not sure whether those heavy themes are meaningful in some way though. Anyway, congratulations on winning Book of the Day!

Pranav Dewangan · Post by **Pranav Dewangan** » 28 Jul 2024, 07:50

The suspenseful plot and dynamic characters, especially Nick Parker and his loyal German shepherd Coop, are so intriguing. The storyline's intensity and the blend of humor and emotion are definitely drawing me in.

Hamsapriya Krishnamurthy · Post by **Hamsapriya Krishnamurthy** » 28 Jul 2024, 07:58

I thought its a horror book based on its title. Well written review! Seems like usual storyline but how is it different from others- will have to read to know it! I liked the association of dog with the main character in solving the case.