Herokiller: A Novel

Written by Paul Tassi

Narrated by Stephen Bowlby

Ready Player One meets Gladiator in this high-octane thriller that mixes black-ops espionage with fight-to-the-death combat in the arena. In the near future, the line between entertainment and brutality has blurred. Mysterious billionaire Cameron Crayton is a household name from televised spectacles in which prison inmates fight to the death, but his old shows pale in comparison to his new event, The Crucible, a gladiatorial tournament anyone can enter. The winner is promised unimaginable wealth and glory . . . if they’re able to survive a series of globally broadcast fight-to-the-death matches with medieval weaponry against the world’s most fearsome fighters. Former black-ops operative Mark Wei wants nothing more than to be left alone to drink after sacrificing everything—including his family—in America’s covert Cold War II against China, a war won largely because of him. But there are rumors that Crayton’s background and business dealings involve shady connections to foreign powers, and soon Mark is convinced to reluctantly dust off his training, strap on a sword and armor, and enter the tournament arena as an undercover agent. It’s the most dangerous assignment he’s ever been given, and Mark quickly finds himself not just fighting for his life in the arena against trained killers, but racing to expose The Crucible’s founder’s secrets while navigating a viral phenomenon in which the stakes are literally life and death. . . .

• Language: English
• Publisher: Everand Productions
• Release date: Sep 28, 2021
• ISBN: 9781094428734

Paul Tassi

Paul Tassi decided after years of consuming science fiction through a steady diet of books, movies, TV shows, and video games to write his own stories in the genre. He didn't imagine he'd ever actually finish a single book, but now that he's started writing, he doesn't want to stop. He is also the author of the Earthborn Trilogy. Paul writes for Forbes, and his work has also appeared on IGN, the Daily Dot, Unreality, TVOvermind, and more. He lives with his beautiful and supportive wife in Chicago.

Reviews for Herokiller

[Ange Mazerolle · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fantastic book! Well written, with in-depth and easy to visualize fight scenes, and characters that are easy to care about. The narrator serves up an excellent listening experience that should do the author proud.
I honestly can't believe that this book hasn't been made into a movie

[Ephraim Dotson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I was on the edge of my seat and you will be too. Let's just hope this kind of violence stays where it should be. I'm out imaginations

[Logan · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Slow start, but by the climax made it all worth it

[fbsdigitalstore.pk · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved the thrill and gruesome details of this one.

[Ron · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I had a great time listening to this book. It’s a little ridiculous but so much fun. It’s a modern day gladiator/mild sci-fi/spy thriller. There isn’t a boring section in it. It’s all very fast paced and exciting. I highly recommend it as a just fun book to listen to.

[Teresa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great action audiobook, fun to listen and imagine it all.

[Andrea Berndt · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I was pleasantly surprised by how good this book was. The characters were interesting and compelling. The author expressed torment very well and it felt like a driving force through the book and not just an unneeded drama point.
Highly recommend it to any action fan.

[John King · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved it. One of the best. Highly recommend. Great read

[Lance McDaniel · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book is surprisingly good and with great twists till the very end.

[Jerry Weis · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

While the premise seems cliched, the story delivers quite well, with nonstop action and surprising twists. I really enjoyed the colorful characters. The writing needed some better editing, especially in the latter chapters, but overall a fun story.

[O'Connor · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Well written, exciting story. I hope there is a sequel that I can find. Main
character is amazing

[Bontle Senne · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So unexpectedly good! Definitely action packed with great emotional stakes too

[JamesGunnNorquay · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Brilliant story. I couldn't stop listening to this, to see how things unfolded, and I loved the many plot twists which unfolded. As others have said, the protagonists are very likeable and imperfect. Really hope to experience more by this author.

[SwitchSpencer · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This is a very interesting story, containing many unexpected plot twists. No that is saw coming at least. But it all tied together very well. Everything is exceptional but the very dim view of China. It’s a clearly western view in my eyes. Loosing a star from an otherwise Five star story. This is one of many books I’ve listened too with the same dark view of China making the Chinese the enemy. It’s ashamed really. When an author need look no further than their very own government or military to find the evil villain they desire to portray.

[Eric Crim · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I've read a lot of military fiction, sci-fi, and futuristic military; but this book was an absolute gem. The pace was perfect, the characters and their development was directly on pace, and even with realistic phycology used within media and government perception tactics. Very good read

[Janet · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I enjoyed this - especially the sting in the tail. Will be looking for more books from this author.

[Akemia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book from start to finish!

The story was rich in characters with depth to them. The plot remained constantly interesting making it hard to put down. The plot twists were beautifully built up yet remained surprising and thrilling.

Just read it! I’ll definitely be reading more works from this author.

[nicholas eger · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

While clever and intriguing in some parts, this book leaves a lot to be desired. This is book is more a kin to WWE, meets reality TV show, meets a bad spy novel. Worth listening to if you don’t have anything todo.

[jake ames · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I saved this book with nothing to listen to at the time and now it's my favorite audio book I've listened to by far!! This book is great

[Daniel Ray Parker · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fast action with twists and turns galore! Well worth the listen.

[Constance Sahlmark · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Very clever! I did not see the ending coming at all!

[Brandie Boillard · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing, couldn’t stop once I started. Action packed and full of character building. And of course, plot twists ;)

[Ricky · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Hero killer is great! I have a hard time reading and listening to audio books but the way Paul wrote this book, and the way it was performed it kept me enthralled throughout. I cant wait to jump into Herokiller 2.

[Taylor Elliott · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was amazing. This is Ready player 1 meets gladiator meets Jason born. This book is well worth the listen

[Kimberly C Blankenship · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Narrator almost made me stop listening but the writing and story kept me interested enough to overlook the monotone William Shatner-isk reading style.