Sledgehammer

A Short Story

From New York Times bestselling authors Andrews & Wilson, Sledgehammer is a blistering, high-stakes thriller about redemption, sacrifice, and how far one man will go for family.

Mack Holland might as well have the word “former” tattooed across his chest. He’s a former Green Beret. A former CIA Ground Branch Team Leader. A former husband. A former father.

At least his dog, Blue, still appreciates him.

But when a black SUV with government plates crunches down the gravel driveway of his remote backwoods home, Mack’s quiet, post-operator life is shattered. The G-man who steps out brings news Mack never expected to hear: his daughter Lindsey, officially dead and buried for five years, is alive. And she’s being held hostage in Syria.

With his frozen heart suddenly ablaze with hope, Mack reassembles his old Counter Terrorism team from Ground Branch. The mission is nearly impossible but so is stopping a father on a rescue. As the team plunges into enemy territory, Mack’s resolve—and his aging body—are pushed to the limit. Because bringing his daughter home will cost far more than he ever imagined.

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Outstanding

Great special ops short thriller, follows author's longer titles, but retains the quality he is known for.

Great story

Well written story with new characters. Really enjoyed the listen. Also appreciate how well the narrator performed.

Another Winner

The second short story I fully enjoyed. I’m 70 and that alone pulled me in on the intrigue. Keep up the good work gentlemen.

Andrew’s & Wilson

Any book by these gentlemen are excellent. Worth the investment and the time although, I must admit I like their longer books the most and Ray Porter as the narrator!

7 bucks for 2 hours

good story wanted more, Wilson and Andrews never disappoint. but that should have been 5 bucks tops