Shot of Tequila [Kindle Edition]

J.A. Konrath (Author), Blake Crouch (Foreword)

Book Description

A GUTSY ROBBERY
Several million bucks, stolen from the mob...

A PERFECT FRAME
All caught on video, with no chance of redemption...

A RED HOT RECIPE FOR RAMPAGING REVENGE
Now one man must face the entire Chicago Outfit, a group of hardened Mafia enforcers, a psychotic bookie, the most dangerous hitman on earth, and Detective Jacqueline Daniels...

His name is Tequila. And he likes those odds.

SHOT OF TEQUILA by JA Konrath

This ebook also features an exclusive sneak-peak--three full chapters--of INSIDE OUT, the latest thriller by NYT bestselling author Barry Eisler.


Book Description:

Shot of Tequila takes place in the early 1990s, and is both an homage to and a re-envisioning of classic action novels by authors like Mickey Spillane, Ross MacDonald, Donald Westlake, and Elmore Leonard, but with a more modern twist.

The breakneck action is intercut with scenes featuring Konrath's series hero Jack Daniels, here as a supporting character chasing the main protagonist.

Edge-of-your-seat suspense, non-stop action, and dark humor punctuate this heist novel/fugitive-on-the-run thriller. Fans of Konrath's police procedurals will enjoy the slight departure from his normal writing style, while still finding familiarity with the setting and characters.

SHOT OF TEQUILA is approximately 75,000 words, and is specially formatted for Kindle with an active table of contents.


Praise for JA Konrath's thriller Fuzzy Navel:

"Fuzzy Navel is Konrath at his best – a hilariously heartstopping thriller." — Linda Fairstein

"This gripping novel is an adrenalin rush." — Library Journal

"This book moves so fast it was like having the words fired into my head by a machine gun." — Crimespree

Praise for Afraid (JA Konrath writing as Jack Kilborn):

"AFRAID is a masterpiece of unrelenting horror. And I'm not exaggerating. Masterpiece. It's the best piece of fiction I've read in several years. It simply NEVER lets up." — James Rollins, author of The Judas Strain

"A bloody, terrifying, hurtling assault across a landscape of non-stop mayhem. A guilty, guilty pleasure." — F. Paul Wilson, creator of Repairman Jack

“AFRAID is a true page turner, a novel that offers a million mile a minute action and suspense. Definitely, a must have with constant thrills and chills." — Heather Graham, author of Deadly Gift

"Never have I read a novel so gruesome and simultaneously relentless. This book throbs with unmitigated, inexorable. sheer friggin’ TERROR. You’ll probably need a shrink when you’re done.” — Edward Lee, author of Brides of the Impaler

"Fast and ferocious, this is a dangerous thriller that will take a bite out of you. An absolute must read for anyone who loves the adrenaline rush of a shocking story told with style, speed and savage grace." — Jonathan Maberry, author of Patient Zero


About the Author

JA Konrath is the author of eight novels in the Jack Daniels thriller series. They do not have to be read in chronological order to be enjoyed, but for those who want to know it is: Whiskey Sour, Bloody Mary, Rusty Nail, Dirty Martini, Fuzzy Navel, Cherry Bomb, Shaken, and Stirred.

Jack also appears in the novels Shot of Tequila, Flee, Spree, Three, Timecaster Supersymmetry, Banana Hammock, and Serial Killers Uncut, as well as the short story collection Jack Daniels Stories, and the novellas Floaters and Burners.

Last Call, the ninth Jack Daniels novel, will be available in spring of 2013.

Other novels include Origin, The List, Shot of Tequila, and Serial Killers Uncut.

Konrath writes horror under the name Jack Kilborn, including the bestsellers Afraid, Trapped, and Endurance.

Haunted House, the new Jack Kilborn novel of terror, will be available in mid 2013.

He has sold over a million ebooks

Editorial Reviews

From the Author

There is some ambiguity about where Shot of Tequila fits into the Jack Daniels series.

Technically, it is the first book in the series, because it takes place before Jack becomes a Lieutenant. But it really isn't Jack's book. She's a supporting character, not the main one. The main character is a mobster named Tequila.

Tequila later appears in Serial Killers Uncut, Spree, and Last Call.

I purposely write each of my books so it can be read without any prior knowledge of any of the others. If you want to start on the last book and work backwards, or start in the middle, you can still enjoy the series without missing anything.

That said, some readers do want a chronological list of events in Jack's life. So here it is.

Besides the eight Jack Daniels novels, Jack and her cohorts have appeared as supporting characters in several other books and stories. Here's the order, from her years as a rookie cop, to the future.

SHOT OF TEQUILA by JA Konrath

SERIAL KILLERS UNCUT by JA Konrath and Blake Crouch 

WHISKEY SOUR by JA Konrath

BLOODY MARY by JA Konrath

THE LIST by JA Konrath

RUSTY NAIL by JA Konrath

DIRTY MARTINI by JA Konrath

EXPOSED by JA Konrath and Ann Voss Peterson

HIT by JA Konrath and Ann Voss Peterson*

NAUGHTY by JA Konrath and Ann Voss Peterson*

JACK DANIELS STORIES by JA Konrath

PUSHED TOO FAR by Ann Voss Peterson

FLEE by JA Konrath and Ann Voss Peterson

SPREE by JA Konrath and Ann Voss Peterson

THREE by JA Konrath and Ann Voss Peterson*

FLOATERS by JA Konrath and Henry Perez

BURNERS by JA Konrath and Henry Perez

FUZZY NAVEL by JA Konrath

CHERRY BOMB by JA Konrath 

SHAKEN by JA Konrath

STIRRED by JA Konrath and Blake Crouch

LAST CALL by JA Konrath and Blake Crouch*

TIMECASTER by JA Konrath

TIMESUPERSYMMETRY by JA Konrath

TIMECASTER STEAMPUNK by JA Konrath*

*coming soon

The Jack Daniels books also cross over with several books with my frequent collaborator Blake Crouch, and my pen name, Jack Kilborn. These include:

DESERT PLACES by Blake Crouch

LOCKED DOORS by Blake Crouch

BREAK YOU by Blake Crouch

AFRAID by Jack Kilborn

TRAPPED by Jack Kilborn

ENDURANCE by Jack Kilborn

About the Author

J.A. Konrath is the author of the Jacqueline “Jack” Daniels series that includes “Whiskey Sour,” “Bloody Mary,” “Rusty Nail,” “Dirty Martini,” “Fuzzy Navel” and “Cherry Bomb.”

Product Details

• File Size: 502 KB
• Print Length: 270 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: B005CB5CI2
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B00267T4H0
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,167 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
  • #47 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Genre Fiction > Mystery & Thrillers > Mystery > Hard-Boiled
  • #48 in Books > Mystery, Thriller & Suspense > Mystery > Hard-Boiled

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

65 of 71 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Action Packed! July 7, 2009

By Lynn ODell

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Good Stuff:

This book was action packed

While it's not on the same line as the Jack Daniel's series, it does have her in it and a few funny lines. It also has her partner - When he as SKINNY!

As usual for Konrath, this is of publishable quality.

Bad Stuff:

I can't even think of anything, except maybe that it was sad in a few parts. Oh, wait, that's not 'bad'. Never mind.

Overall:

Warning: This book does contain rape, violence, bad language, cruelty to animals, blood, gore, action, and more violence.

If any of this stuff bothers you, skip it. I hear the Food Network has some good shows.

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Mr. Konrath commented on my review, and after reading his comment, I feel it is noteworthy enough to add the information here. This is an old review of mine, and I didn't go into enough detail.

From the author, J.A. Konrath:

The author here, pointing out that the "cruelty to animals" is actually seven pit bull mastiffs who are trained to kill, while my hero fights for his life. I have three dogs and love them, and dogs were the heroes in my books AFRAID and ENDURANCE. The animals in this book are the bad guys. It's also worth noting that there is no graphic rape in this book. It happens off the page. Yes, Tequila is a violent novel. But it's a cartoon kind of violence, like Die Hard or old Schwartzenegger movies.

29 of 30 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Konrath Does It Again! February 15, 2010

By Periwinkle Blue

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I recently found Konrath via a posting on the Kindle boards which took me to his website/blog which then took me to his books. I just finished Shot of Tequila and his 6 Jack Daniel's books (the series that starts with Whiskey Sour) and I have enjoyed them all! A mix of humor, horror, and action all in the perfect combination that can't be beat.

On a personal note, I wanted to share an observation I had while reading this book with Mr. Konrath and sent him an email. Not only did he respond with great warmth and kindness, he responded the same day. It is really a pleasure to have such a intimate relationship with an author of books you enjoy. Another positive for indie/self-published Kindle authors! :)

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars A 24-hour stay in a Fun House. December 23, 2010

By Kennard Yamada

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From the first page, this book is like stepping into a fun house. It's a fast, wild ride that rarely slows down. I found myself connecting with and rooting for Tequila the entire time. The violence is like a Tarentino movie, over the top and there are some disturbing images, so be warned. I enjoyed the read and the ride and would recommend it if you like exciting action thrill rides.