Hammerhead [Kindle Edition]

Jason Andrew Bond (Author)

Book Description

Hammerhead supports injured U.S. veterans. To learn more, please visit www.JasonAndrewBond.com/veterans.

Jeffrey Holt tears apart decommissioned ships that have been crash-landed in the Nevada desert. He’s a shipbreaker, no one of consequence—just as he wants it. However, decades after his role in the world mattered, someone is trying to kill him. Searching for a reason, he tears into the bridge of a derelict Kappa-Class freighter and finds corpses. As he stands on the bridge considering how to stay alive, a hand grips his leg…

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Author Jason Andrew Bond grew up in Oregon and currently lives in Washington State with his wife and son. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Oregon and an MBA from the University of Colorado. Writing has been a lifetime dream, which–after many years lying dormant–has taken form in Hammerhead, his first novel. He is currently in the process of editing his second novel, and has begun to break ground on his third. Outside of writing and his family, martial arts is an important part of his life. At 18 years of age he entered an Aikido dojo for the first time, and has since trained in Jeet Kune Do, Tae Kwon Do, Shudokan Karate, Goshin Jutsu, and Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu.

Product Details

• File Size: 457 KB
• Print Length: 307 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1463571917
• Publisher: Jason Andrew Bond (August 22, 2011)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B005IR0N70
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #67,234 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

46 of 47 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars I rarely write reviews. December 6, 2011

By Sf fanatic

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I was skeptical about this book having 30 reviews and 5 stars, however after reading the first few pages I realized why it was rated so high. This book isn't your usual futuristic space battle drama, its a story first and science fiction second. By that I mean the author does an excellent job at blending technology of the near future in with a story that keeps you turning the page. He skips the in depth technobabble and tells you what you need to create an in depth mental picture of events and characters.

Ill be watching this author closely for future releases. Mr. Bond easily made his way to my top 5 e-book authors with this novel.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars HAMMERHEAD September 30, 2011

By Robin Watson

Format:Kindle Edition

This is a great read for those who love action packed, good versus evil, novels. The characters in this story are captivating. Very well reseached and written. Finally, a quality novel without the need for an R rating. Hope this is a first of a series. I would love to see this on the big screen ;-)

RW

Georgia

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars An author worth keeping an eye on. December 26, 2011

By CB

Format:Paperback

I decided to try this book out because of it having so many people praising it so highly. Personally I didn't get as much out of it as those who gave it five stars. As a self published work and a first novel the quality is actually quite high. However, while the story is entertaining, I personally enjoy more technically detailed sci-fi with larger scale battles. I thought this would have those elements but it was a misunderstanding I got from one of the reviews. The alien invasion happens before the novel takes place and only serves as background. While the misunderstanding is not a fault of the story it's important to mention. I also prefer more detailed characterization but I don't feel these quickly drawn characters are so much a fault as an intentional construction for fast paced and/or developement in the author's experience. The author is capable of showing quality and depth in a character as is evidenced by the main character. As the author developes I think we'll see more of that quality in more characters. If the author follows this book with a sequal in which a broad scale war occurred as is hinted at along with more in depth characterization I think I'd really enjoy it. If you like fast-pace with less emphasis on technology, then you'll probably be one of those 5 star reviewers. If not, this author may still be worth a look. I'm going to keep an eye on his future books.

More About the Author

Bestselling author Jason Andrew Bond grew up in Oregon and currently lives in Washington State with his wife and son. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from the University of Oregon and an MBA from the University of Colorado. When his first novel Hammerhead unexpectedly reached bestseller status, he dedicated twenty-five percent of his profits to disabled U.S. veterans. Jason's second novel, Mortal Remains is now available and will be followed by Hammerhead Resurrection. Jason takes a hands-on approach to writing. When SCUBA research couldn't wait for summer, he found himself certifying in Puget Sound's frigid January waters. Outside of writing and his family, martial arts are an important part of his life. At eighteen years of age he entered an Aikido dojo for the first time, and has since trained in Jeet Kune Do, Tae Kwon Do, Shudokan Karate, Goshin Jutsu, and Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu.