The Chaos Kind, Barry Eisler
The Chaos Kind, Barry Eisler
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The Chaos Kind

Author: Barry Eisler

Narrator: Barry Eisler

Unabridged: 12 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/01/2021


Synopsis

The assassins of Barry Eisler’s #1 bestseller The Killer Collective are back—and this time, it’s chaos.Assistant US Attorney Alondra Diaz hates traffickers. And she’s determined to put one of America’s most powerful financiers, Andrew Schrader, in prison forever for his crimes against children.But Schrader has videos implicating some of the most powerful members of the US national security state. To eliminate Diaz, the powers that be bring in a contractor: Marvin Manus, an implacable assassin whose skills have been forged in intelligence, the military, and the hardest prisons.Enter former Marine sniper Dox and black-ops veteran Daniel Larison with an unusual assignment: not to kill Diaz, but to keep her alive.A lot of players are determined to acquire the videos and the blackmail power they represent. But with Seattle sex-crimes detective Livia Lone, “natural causes” killer John Rain, and ex-Mossad honey-trap specialist Delilah, the good guys might just have a chance.They’re not going to play by anyone else’s rules. They’re not going to play by any rules at all. They want a different kind of fight. The chaos kind.

About Barry Eisler

Barry Eisler is a bestselling thriller author, former CIA operative, and legal expert whose electrifying novels blend real-world espionage with gripping storytelling. Best known for his John Rain series, which follows a lethal yet morally complex assassin, Eisler's work is celebrated for its authenticity, fast-paced action, and deep character development. His background in covert operations and international law gives his fiction a level of realism that sets it apart in the genre. A former technology lawyer, Eisler left the corporate world to pursue writing full-time, crafting hard-hitting thrillers that explore power, corruption, and the ethical dilemmas of espionage. His books, including Livia Lone and The Killer Collective, have captivated readers worldwide, earning him critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase. Whether exposing the dark underbelly of government secrecy or delivering pulse-pounding action, Eisler continues to push the boundaries of modern thriller fiction.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Debra on October 23, 2021

When Barry Eisler is up at bat, you know he is going to knock it out of the ballpark! I discovered Barry Eisler's John Rain books years ago in a very unusual way. Ages ago, I was sent a copy of "Killing Rain" now published as Redemption Games though a product testing site. From there I was hooked and......more

Goodreads review by donna on December 05, 2021

Edit: I waited and it was 100% worth it. ------------------------------------------ May of 2021? There is NO WAY I can wait that long!......more

Goodreads review by Andrew on October 26, 2021

I’ve been following the John Rain series for some time now and I’ve really enjoyed getting to know this thinking man’s killer. Often employed by the CIA, he’s somewhat discerning in terms of who he agrees kills at their behest. He enjoys the finer things in life including jazz, good food and fine wh......more

Goodreads review by Lou on October 16, 2021

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Goodreads review by Lou on October 25, 2021

The Chaos Kind October 11, 2021 Book Review The Chaos Kind Barry Eisler reviewed by Lou Jacobs readersremains.com | Goodreads Anticipation of Barry Eisler’s next novel is always a guilty pleasure. It’s exceedingly difficult not to devour it rather than savor the experience. Eisler has managed to bring tog......more


Quotes

“The author himself narrates a fantasy-thriller that reunites a team of snipers, detectives, and assassins.… Eisler's story—with its colorful cast of characters, pulse-pounding action, and snappy dialogue—is fantastic in audio form. Fans of the first book will be delighted, and those who are unfamiliar will be pulled in by the audiobook's breakneck pacing and blockbuster movie feel.” AudioFile Magazine“Another high-fatality, high-spirited revenge fantasy.” Kirkus Reviews“Eisler juggles the complicated plot and large cast, imbuing his diverse characters with robust backstory and emotional motivation.” Publishers Weekly