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AT STAKE (An Alex Troutt Thriller Book 7) Kindle Edition
…and nothing is off limits.
Alex was enjoying a picturesque day with her family when bombs rip through the Boston Marathon crowd, sending the runners and onlookers into hysteria. The city is once again under siege. With Alex trying to navigate the chaos, a loved one clings to life.
Can Alex force her way onto the task force?
With her FBI colleagues wrapped up in the formal investigation, Alex teams up with Ozzie and they quickly run into a smokescreen of misinformation.
How extensive is this plot?
The ties that bind people are impossible to detect—especially those with hidden vendettas.
Is someone trying to bury the real crime?
It's a harrowing race to stop the killing…even as soldiers of death continue to make their mark on the city of Boston.
Will Alex survive the onslaught?
You’ll love this Alex Troutt novel, because the mind-bending twists build to a climax that will floor you.
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- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateApril 17, 2018
- File size3.2 MB
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- ASIN : B079RZ3KWV
- Publisher : Sugar Hill Press (April 17, 2018)
- Publication date : April 17, 2018
- Language : English
- File size : 3.2 MB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 257 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: #720,767 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #2,018 in Suspense Action Fiction
- #3,573 in Women's Adventure Fiction (Books)
- #3,735 in Mystery Action Fiction (Kindle Store)
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About the author

Amazon #1 Bestselling Author and a Readers' Favorite Gold Medal winner.
A veteran of the corporate rat-race, John W. Mefford never realized he was mentally documenting every experience of his professional journey—not until he started his first novel during a so-called "corporate timeout."
A voracious reader of mystery-thrillers since before he could shave, John enjoys weaving a twisty tale that keeps readers riveted until the last page. He's also learned he's pretty good at embellishing. Just don't tell his fourth-grade teacher.
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Customers find the book full of twists and action, with an exciting storyline. They describe it as a great read, the best yet in the series, and hard to put down. The characters are vividly described as alive in their minds, making the book difficult to put down.
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Customers enjoy the twists and turns in the book. They find the storyline exciting, suspenseful, and engaging from start to finish. The action is fast-paced, and the surprises continue until the end. Overall, readers describe the book as an exciting addition to a wonderful series.
"...There are many unexpected twists in this story, but are they all connected, or just a coincidence?..." Read more
"...The story takes us through FBI dynamics, politics, family changes and relationship twists...." Read more
"...The twists and turns that Alex and Ozzie face are simply astounding. You will be glued to this book until you finish it...." Read more
"...The action is rapid, and the surprises continue until the very end...." Read more
Customers find the book enjoyable and well-written. They describe it as a great read and a must-read series. The book is easy to read as a standalone novel with engaging twists and turns.
"...I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author." Read more
"...This series is fantastic. Each book is different and can be read as a stand-alone, but I would encourage one to read them in order as the character..." Read more
"...like Alex and you like Ozzie, put them together and you have one terrific read!..." Read more
"...Although the series builds off the other books, each are easily read as a stand alone novel...." Read more
Customers like the character development. They say the characters are alive in their minds and you feel what's happening.
"...reading the other books in the series, you gain a better understanding of how the characters think, and the reasons why they do things the way they..." Read more
"...You feel like you know the characters and they pull you right in. Keep them coming!" Read more
"A great mystery/thriller with an exciting storyline and excellent well developed characters (Ozzie and Alex) that the reader can invest in...." Read more
"...The characters are alive in your mind and you feel what is happening! Can't wait to start the next Book!!!!" Read more
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"...twists and the turns, it's so fast paced that it was almost impossible to put it down...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2023This was a twisted, complex, and suspenseful thriller that will hook you from the start. It's inconceivable what humans are willing to do to other humans, especially those who they believe have wronged them. There are many unexpected twists in this story, but are they all connected, or just a coincidence? You'll have to read this to find out, but you certainly won't be disappointed.
I would definitely recommend this book, series, and outstanding author.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2020Boston has another binging and Alex is determined to get answers as one of the victims Is in her close circle. The story takes us through FBI dynamics, politics, family changes and relationship twists.
Alex and Brad are still together but there may be trouble in paradise. Gretchen seems off, but with all the bombings and office politics Alex can’t check it out. We have a new character in Ozzie and he brings a great friendship and wit to the storyline. Nick is not on the trail, but his role and absence is very tangible. Alex’s kids are growing up and that is shown through several family and bombing actions.
This series is fantastic. Each book is different and can be read as a stand-alone, but I would encourage one to read them in order as the character development and building of relationships is incredible to experience.
Also..it must be said..that cliffhanger had me 😵😬🤯
- Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2018If you like Alex and you like Ozzie, put them together and you have one terrific read! John Mefford's Redemption series just keeps getting better.
Bombs go off at aid stations along the course of the Boston Marathon. One of Alex's closest friends is critically injured. She is virtually kept out of the investigation by the head of the task force - arguably the worst Special Agent in the FBI. But her boss knows that nothing will keep her from investigating, so he give her his OK to do her own thing. Since rest of her team is pulled into the Task Force, Alex calls on Ozzie to team up with her - and what a team they make!
Can they find the person behind the bombings before it's too late?
- Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2018Just when I think John could not write a better book than his last, he proves me wrong again. Every book in this series is better than the last. Although the series builds off the other books, each are easily read as a stand alone novel. You really don't need to read the others to understand what is happening, although you probably will want to. By reading the other books in the series, you gain a better understanding of how the characters think, and the reasons why they do things the way they do. Every character (even the nasty ones) are so real, you feel you have known them forever. When an author creates characters you can really become invested in (as John does), you truly care what happens to them, and root for them to succeed. As an advanced reader, I have the opportunity to enjoy these books prior to publication. As soon as they are available, I immediately buy a copy. I heartily recommend you do the same. Go ahead, press the "Buy" button. I promise you will not regret it.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2020I have been reading the whole Alex Trout series in order and find them all entertaining. You feel like you know the characters and they pull you right in. Keep them coming!
- Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2018This is another book in the continuing series Redemption. How John Mefford can create the next book that is better than the one before is beyond me. At Stake with Alex Troutt and Ozzie together has to be the best yet. But then I feel that way about each book. The twists and turns that Alex and Ozzie face are simply astounding. You will be glued to this book until you finish it. Mefford leaves you at the end of the book simply wanting more. This series is a must read. John Mefford does not disappoint with any of the series. Start now so you can enjoy such excellent reads.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2018I'm so hooked on this series that Mr. Mefford cannot publish the books fast enough. This book resumes where the last Ozzie story left off. Although it's considered an Alex Troutt story, the point of view alternates between Alex and Ozzie, which I found enjoyable. The action is rapid, and the surprises continue until the very end. This book could stand alone, but will be appreciated much more by those who have been following the series. Alex and Ozzie have developed a great platonic relationship, and I'm anxious for Ivy Nash to show back up to see how everything will tie together. This is by far my favorite current series.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2018Once again John Mefford hit it out of the park with a 5 star hit. How you keep coming up with these new twists to an already great series of “AT” novels is amazing
You make it difficult for me to put the book down. The twists and turns keep me turning pages til late at night and sometimes into the morning.
It was great to see that Alex was back in the series and together with Ozzie, who is in Boston hiding from certain sources he encountered is the last book, he's staying with Alex and together they make for a great adventure..
Great read as usual.
Top reviews from other countries
- Stephane ParentReviewed in Canada on April 19, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars ATtaboy!
It's nice to see Alex back in a primary role. I must say I feel bad for Ozzie who keeps getting damaged in every book. But it sure makes for great reading.
- Norma MilesReviewed in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars "I am number two. I'll do anything for you."
At Stake, number 19 of the ambitious Redemption Series and the first (,of six) of the final quarter, sees the full return of Alex Trout, F.B.I. agent, mother and good friend. And with her in this latest story she is accompanied by the charming but unfortunate ex-,lawyer turned private detective, Ozzie Novak. What a great treat from author John Mefford.
As with all of his books, this is an excellently crafted story - mystery thriller full of fast action, but also very human, as Alex investigates a bombing attack during the Boston Marathon, a race for which two of her close friends and colleagues have been training all year. So not only is it a job, this is personal. Then there are two grisly murders. As the events become somehow entwined and Ozzie and Alex's own families are endangered, the tension rises to explosion point.
Mr.Mefford writes with a visual clarity and excellent characterisation, realistic dialogue and humour. His main protagonists are more than paper cutouts, they assume the status of real, living people in the reader's mind. The story line takes unexpected twists, always keeping the reader wondering what comes next.
Those readers who have missed the earlier books could easily start here as the book is, like all it's predecessors, stand alone. But beware, one started it will be very hard not to continue to the end of this excellent series. Recommended.
- FeeReviewed in the United Kingdom on April 23, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars AT Stake
AT Stake is book 1 in the final set of six book in the brilliant Redemption Series by John Mefford and this is one series that I just can't get enough of. Just when you think you are getting ready to say goodbye to characters you have come love and see as family Mefford ties them all up together and now we see Ozzie and Alex team up.
Alex is back and after witnessing the aftermath of a bombings at the Boston Marathon that sees Nick's life hang on the balance she also finds herself on the sidelines of the investigation! The lead investigator is a bit of a jerk so she gets the go ahead from her supervisor Jerry to do what she can to find out who is responsible. Alex enlists the help of Ozzie as they get called in to investigate the murders and robbery of some affluent business people. Only they discover there is an connection to the murder/robbery and the bombings.
How it all unfolds is done in true Mefford fashion, that has all the usual action and thriller that you have come to love from his writing as well as the suspense of following Alex and Ozzie as they piece the puzzle together. There is a wee twist at the end that I never say coming at all and all I can is the next book can't come quick enough! OMG!
- Morag FraserReviewed in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Back With A Bang!
Better and better. Alex Troutt returns with a bang, quite literally. When her partner is hurt in a bombing, Alex teams up with her friend, Ozzie to discover who is behind the bombs. They are like the dream team, working quietly behind the scenes, away from the prying eyes of Randy. Another brilliant novel
- Karen BennettReviewed in the United Kingdom on April 26, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series
Absolutely hooked from the first page. Another twisting roller coaster of a ride. Fully formed characters and great plots can't wait for the next book.