The Stolen - Jason Pinter [0]
"Tension mounts, bullets fly and Pinter's cool fusion
of a new outlaw with blood ties to an old one hits the mark.
The resolution is a ripsnorter, leaving thrill fans
ready for the next Henry Parker newsflash."
-- Publishers Weekly on The Guilty
"A suspenseful and shocking tale that will leave readers
clamoring for the next Henry Parker novel."
-- Library Journal on The Guilty
"A gripping page-turner you won't be able to stop reading."
--James Patterson on The Mark
"Jason Pinter has made a substantial contribution
to the thriller genre with The Mark, a fast-paced,
addictively suspenseful thriller."
--Allison Brennan
"An excellent debut.
You are going to love Henry Parker, and you're going to hope
he survives the story, but you're not going to bet on it."
--Lee Child on The Mark
"A harrowing journey--chilling, compelling, disquieting."
--Steve Berry on The Mark
"Pinter's a wizard at punching out page-turning action,
and the voice of his headstrong protagonist is sure to win
readers over; his wild ride should thrill any suspense junky."
-- Publishers Weekly on The Mark
"Jason Pinter has a wonderful voice. The Mark captivated me
from the first. A page-turner from the get-go--I loved it."
--Heather Graham
"From the opening sentence to the exhilarating conclusion,
Pinter's debut thriller gets the reader's heart racing.
Pinter is clearly one to watch."
-- Library Journal on The Mark, starred review
"A stunning debut by a major new talent!"
--James Rollins on The Mark
"A first-rate debut from an author who dares to take the
traditional thriller in bold new directions."
--Tess Gerritsen on The Mark
"Pinter's debut novel showcases his fresh, witty voice...
readers will undoubtedly look forward to many more."
-- Romantic Times BOOKreviews on The Mark
"Breathless, poignant and fresh."
--P. J. Parrish on The Mark
"A terrific thriller."
-- Midwest Book Review
"The Mark is a stunning debut."
--Jeffery Deaver
"A top-notch debut... Fast-paced, gritty and often raw,
The Mark is a tale you won't soon forget."
--Michael Palmer
"A harrowing novel that keeps the adrenaline level high.
The plot is so fascinating and twisting
you can't put the book down to sleep."
-- New Mystery Reader Magazine
"A high-octane debut, The Mark introduces Jason Pinter as a
major new talent in thriller fiction. It's a brilliantly executed
chase novel, but it's also a heartfelt exploration of honor,
ambition and courage."
--Jeff Abbott
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To my sister, who taught me the meaning of friendship.
To my father, who taught me the meaning of generosity.
To my mother, who taught me the meaning of strength.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The first thanks go to my beautiful wife, Susan, who more
so than on any of my previous books humbled me with her
patience and understanding. After many coffee-fueled late
nighters and supportive pep talks, this book is as much yours
as it is mine.
Joe Veltre, who has proved time and time again that the best
business relationships are also great friendships. Thank you
for both. Thanks also to Diane Bartoli and Sara Wolski, who
are always gracious with their time.
Adam Wilson. Thanks for always being there in a pinch, and
answering even the silliest questions faster than humanly
possible. I'll stump you soon, I promise....
Donna Hayes, Dianne Moggy, Margaret O'Neill Marbury,
Heather Foy, Maureen Stead, Ana Luxton, Jayne Hoogenberk,
Ken Foy, Michelle Renaud, Don Lucey, Andi Richman,
Katherine Orr, Craig Swinwood, Loriana Sacilotto and
Stacy Widdrington. The best is yet to come. Thank you,
thank you, thank you all.
I also owe a debt to George Witte, Sally Richardson,
Andy Martin, Kylah McNeill, Keith Kahla and Kelley Ragland.
I'm sorry our time together was cut short, but every day was a
real treat. I'm lucky to have spent so much time working with
people who know how to publish the right way.
Susan Schwartzman. After knowing you for just two weeks,
I was in awe. By the time this book comes out, I can only
imagine what you'll have accomplished.