The Enemy Stalks (Hawkman Series) (Hawkman, No 1) [Paperback]

Betty Sullivan La Pierre (Author)

Book Description

Series: Hawkman, No 1 | Publication Date: January 16, 2002

The story THE ENEMY STALKS, a suspense novel that evolves around agent, JIM ANDERSON who retires from the Agency due to an eye injury he acquired after seeking revenge against his wife’s killers. He’s found all but the ring leader. When he leaves the Agency, he’s given a new identity. TOM CASEY, PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR. He moves to the remote COPCO LAKE in northern California. His ability to heal injured hawks earns him the nickname, HAWKMAN, by the local residents. He meets, JENNIFER MORGAN, a young widow and they become friends. DICK HENDERSON, is a double agent and the killer of Jim’s wife, hates Jim for selfish reasons and has kept track of him over the years. When Jim vanishes underground, he becomes frustrated. But by a stoke of luck, Dirk discovers his whereabouts and learns his new identity. He begins his ruthless pursuit to get rid of his formal rival by sending in his hired guns. When that fails, he goes in himself, using Jennifer in his relentless desire to kill Hawkman. When Hawkman discovers that Jennifer’s life is being threatened, he tries to convince her to leave the area but she refuses. So together, they struggle against snipers, bombs, failed brakes and other harrowing dangers as they try to stay one step ahead of Dirk.

Editorial Reviews

Review

#1 of the "Hawkman Series"-An original suspense stuffed full of action that will keep you up all night. -- Judith Parker, Reviewer

I thought that this was one of the more original mystery plots that I have read. -- Jennifer Oliver, from NY, NY

You'll find yourself wrapped around this mystery with doors securely locked and an occasional glance over your shoulder. -- Kate Ayers, Reviewer

About the Author

Born and raised in Oklahoma, Betty Sullivan La Pierre attended the Oklahoma College for Women and the University of Oklahoma, graduating with her BS degree in Speech Therapy with a Specialty in the Deaf. Once married, she moved to California with her husband. When her husband was killed in an automobile accident, she was left with two young boys to raise. She is now remarried and has had another son through that marriage. Ms. La Pierre has lived in the Silicon Valley (California) for many years. At one time, she owned a Mail Order Used Book business dealing mainly in signed and rare books, but phased it out because it took up too much of her writing time. She’s an avid reader, belongs to the Wednesday Writers’ Society, and periodically attends functions of other writing organizations. She writes Mystery/Suspense/Thriller novels, which are published in digital format and print. Her Hawkman Mystery Series is developing quite a fan base. She’s also written two stand-alone mystery/thrillers and plans to continue writing. ‘BLACKOUT,’ Betty’s story about a bingo hall (of the Hawkman Series), ranked in the top ten of the P&E Reader’s Poll, and won the 2003 BLOODY DAGGER AWARD for best Mystery/Suspense. EuroReviews recently picked ‘THE DEADLY THORN’ (One of Betty’s stand alone thrillers) for their 2005 May Book of the Month. Betty Sullivan La Pierre’s work is a testament to how much she enjoys the challenge of plotting an exciting story. Visit her personal site at: http://bettysullivanlapierre.com

Product Details

• Paperback: 212 pages
• Publisher: BookSurge Publishing (January 16, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591092043
• ISBN-13: 978-1591092049
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,839,443 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born and raised in Oklahoma, Betty Sullivan La Pierre attended the Oklahoma College for Women and the University of Oklahoma, graduating with her BS degree in Speech Therapy with a Specialty in the Deaf.

Once married, she moved to California with her husband. When her husband was killed in an automobile accident, she was left with two young boys to raise. She is now remarried and has had another son through that marriage.

Ms. La Pierre has lived in the Silicon Valley (California) for many years. At one time, she owned a Mail Order Used Book business dealing mainly in signed and rare books, but phased it out because it took up too much of her writing time. She's an avid reader, belongs to the Wednesday Writers' Society, and periodically attends functions of other writing organizations.

She writes Mystery/Suspense/Thriller novels, which are published in digital format and print. Her Hawkman Mystery Series is developing quite a fan base. She's also written two stand-alone mystery/thrillers and plans to continue writing. 'BLACKOUT,' Betty's story about a bingo hall (of the Hawkman Series), ranked in the top ten of the P&E Reader's Poll, and won the 2003 BLOODY DAGGER AWARD for best Mystery/Suspense. EuroReviews picked 'THE DEADLY THORN' (One of Betty's stand alone thrillers) for their 2005 May Book of the Month.

Betty Sullivan La Pierre's work is a testament to how much she enjoys the challenge of plotting an exciting story.
Visit her personal site at: http://bettysullivanlapierre.com

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars The Enemy Stalks, August 29, 2009

By 

Clayton Bye (Kenora, On, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Enemy Stalks (Hawkman Series) (Hawkman, No 1) (Paperback)

The Enemy Stalks
#1 of the Hawkman series
by Betty Sullivan La Pierre
SynergEbooks, 2003
ISBN: 1591092043
174 pages
Romance/Suspense


Tom Casey, also known as "Hawkman," has relocated to the small community of Copco Lake. Jennifer Morgan, a freelance writer, saves Casey when he is badly wounded in a gun battle with an unknown assailant. Both widowers, the pair find themselves attracted to each other. But Hawkman is actually a retired spy, living under an assumed name. When it becomes apparent that someone from his former life is out to get him, he reveals his past to Jennifer, making her realize that her quiet world is actually full of danger.

The Enemy Stalks is a combination of romance and suspense. Featuring an unknown but persistent enemy, the story centres on the struggle of two people trying to rebuild their shattered lives. It's a fast moving tale that is also enjoyable to read. One can tell the author tries to balance the two genres to create something interesting for the reader. But I'm not convinced she succeeds.

I'm used to reading suspense authors like Robert B. Parker (the Spenser novels) and John Sanford (the Prey novels). Betty Sullivan La Pierre doesn't bring the depth of character or atmosphere to her story that these other novelists manage. The substance just isn't there. And the same can be said of the romance. Her depiction is sound, but, by today's standards, her character's love relationship is quite tame. I even found the portrayal of the villain unconvincing.

This bothers me, as La Pierre's writing is technically sound. How shall I put this? The Enemy Stalks was an enjoyable lunch that somehow left me wanting more than I received. I understand other books in the series have been well received. Perhaps the author solved these problems in her later novels. I hope so, as I believe La Pierre has real talent.


Copyright © Clayton Clifford Bye 2009

5.0 out of 5 stars The Enemy Stalks, July 5, 2009

By 

Linda Bass - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Enemy Stalks (Hawkman Series) (Hawkman, No 1) (Paperback)

The Enemy Stalks (Hawkman Series) (Hawkman, No 1)In The First Of The Hawkman Series, Tom Casey Has Resigned From The Agency As An Eye Injury Keeps Him Out The Field And He Was Not Cut Out For A Desk Job. He Moves To Yreka California To Decide On Another Career Besides Helping Injured Birds, But Now His Cover Has Been Comprised And Some One Wants Him Dead

3.0 out of 5 stars Second rate suspense novel, April 19, 2009

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Avid Reader "Linda" (Western PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Enemy Stalks (Hawkman) (Kindle Edition)

I was surprised to see how many high ratings this novel has received. It reminded me of a poorly directed made-for-TV movie. I think the story had merit and could have been made into a above average book, but the blatant dialogue and over the top actions of the characters (i.e. slamming fists down on furniture and exclaiming thoughts out loud) suggests that the author doesn't have confidence in the reader's ability to connect the dots.

While it wasn't a novel I couldn't put down, I did read the whole book. If your looking for an easy read that isn't going to keep you up at night reading "just one more chapter", you might like this one.