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Broken Allegiance: (A Tom Kagan Novel) Kindle Edition

by Mark Young (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 132 ratings
Kirkus Reviews editors selected Broken Allegiance as among the best indie novels for 2014.

Selected as the 2014 Kindle Book Awards Semi-Finalist in the Mystery/Thriller category

Winner of The 2014 National Indie Excellence Books Awards contest for mystery novels and finalist in the 2013 Grace Awards competition for mystery/suspense.

Police gang detective Tom Kagan sought justice for more than ten years, leaving him a broken man. His only reason for living—the woman he loves and the badge he swore to uphold. When a man is brutally killed in a vineyard on the outskirts of Santa Rosa, California, it sparks a series of events that test what’s left of Kagan’s resolve to protect and serve.

Secrets from the past thwart Kagan’s efforts to unravel a series of killings sanctioned from within the walls of California’s highest security prison. From the lush vineyards of Sonoma County to the shores of beautiful Lake Tahoe, the detective must outsmart a killer who is moving in for one epic killing spree.

Leaders of the notorious Nuestra Family prison gang are fighting for power, a struggle that spills out onto the streets of California. Kagan joins forces with Special Agent Hector Garcia, a feisty supervisor of the Special Services Unit for the California Department of Corrections; Diane Phillips, a beautiful and hard-charging prosecutor; and Mikio Sanchez, a former gang member marked for death. Through the eyes of cops and gangsters, readers are able to glimpse the seldom seen workings of the gangster underworld.

Broken Allegiance is about treacherous lies, broken promises, and shattered lives—about life, death and a man’s honor.
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  3. Publication date
    December 29, 2013
  4. Reading age
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A fast-paced, smartly written crime story that's only the first shot in what could be a high-octane series --- Kirkus Review

About the Author

Mark Young is the bestselling author of three previous novels, Revenge (A Travis Mays Novel) and two Gerrit O'Rourke novels, Off the Grid and Fatal eMpulse. Prior to his full-time writing career, Young served as a police officer with the Santa Rosa Police Department in California for twenty-six years. Additionally, he was an award-winning journalist and a Vietnam combat veteran. He served with several law enforcement task force operations, including the presidential Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force targeting major drug traffickers, and the federal Organized Crime Task Force charged with identifying and prosecuting prison gang leaders. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his family. Visit www.MarkYoungBooks.com to find out more about Young and his writing.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00HLT2G00
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clearwater Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 29, 2013
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.1 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 348 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 16 - 18 years
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 out of 5 stars 132 ratings

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Award-winning author Mark Young is an Amazon bestselling author. Both his Travis Mays and Gerrit O'Rourke novels reached the top 100 list, and his debut novel, Revenge, hit #1 for bestselling mystery/suspense police procedurals. His novel Broken Allegiance (A Tom Kagan Novel) was selected as best Mystery novel by the 2014 National Indie Excellence Awards panel, as the 2014 Best Kindle Book Awards semifinalist in the Mystery/Thriller category and a semifinalist in the same category by the 2013 Grace Awards panel. More information on Mark's Official Website: MarkYoungBooks.com

Mark worked as a police officer and sergeant with the Santa Rosa Police Department in California for twenty-six years after working as an award-winning journalist. He is a Vietnam combat veteran, honored to have served with Fox 2/5, 1st Marine Division, and later with Headquarters company. He worked on several law enforcement task force operations, including the presidential Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force targeting major drug traffickers, and the federal Organized Crime Task Force charged with identifying and prosecuting prison gang leaders. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his family. Visit Mark Young at his web site at www.MarkYoungBooks.com

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Customers find the book engaging and keep them guessing until the last page. The story features believable twists and an active plot, with one review noting how the author accurately describes police procedures without becoming droll. Customers appreciate the well-developed characters and the book's good pace. They value the information sharing, with one review highlighting how it provides insight into gang power structures.

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21 customers mention "Readability"21 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and say it will keep their interest until the last page.

"...The book's hero, Tom Kagan, is tough, skilled, likeable, admirable, and determined to bring to justice his vicious adversary, the wily Ghost,..." Read more

"...Well done. One can definitely tell that the author has experience in these issues which makes the reading much more enjoyable...." Read more

"...While I was fascinated by the book and enjoyed it very much, I am more fascinated by the real guys who stand in the gap so the rest of us don't have..." Read more

"The book kept my interest and I liked the characters. Long in spots, but I finished it in a day and a half." Read more

20 customers mention "Story quality"20 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story's active plot and believable twists, with one customer noting the subtle foreshadowing.

"...The plot is compelling, the descriptions crisp, the characters believable and interesting, the ending satisfying." Read more

"...book is well written and the characters in the book are colorful and realistic...." Read more

"...In this fascinating story that traces the confrontation between the good guys and the bad, we see the cost to both sides for fighting this war...." Read more

"Loved the story. Well written with many twists. Good character development...." Read more

11 customers mention "Writing quality"11 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one customer noting how the author accurately describes police procedures without being droll, while another mentions that it strikes a good balance between detail and readability.

"...The book's hero, Tom Kagan, is tough, skilled, likeable, admirable, and determined to bring to justice his vicious adversary, the wily Ghost,..." Read more

"This book is well written and the characters in the book are colorful and realistic...." Read more

"Loved the story. Well written with many twists. Good character development...." Read more

"...I liked it because it was fast paced, accurately described police procedures without becoming droll, and blew open the ugly, yet real, connections..." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, finding them interesting, with one customer noting their colorful personalities.

"...The plot is compelling, the descriptions crisp, the characters believable and interesting, the ending satisfying." Read more

"This book is well written and the characters in the book are colorful and realistic...." Read more

"The book kept my interest and I liked the characters. Long in spots, but I finished it in a day and a half." Read more

"Loved the story. Well written with many twists. Good character development...." Read more

6 customers mention "Information sharing"6 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the information sharing in the book, with one customer noting it is based in fact and another highlighting how it reveals the power of gangs.

"...compelling, the descriptions crisp, the characters believable and interesting, the ending satisfying." Read more

"...This book is a real eye opener for those who have in some way experienced seeing this in real life. Though this is "fictional" it is all so real...." Read more

"...Agencies working together, information shared. Just enough detail to not overwhelm the facts. Written in a very clean manner...." Read more

"Relaxing pastime, collection of information, or method of trapping bad guys? Yes. '..." Read more

4 customers mention "Pacing"4 positive0 negative

Customers like the pacing of the book, with one mentioning it maintains a smooth flow while incorporating mystery elements.

"...It is my favorite Mark Young novel. I liked it because it was fast paced, accurately described police procedures without becoming droll, and blew..." Read more

"If you like suspense, this book has it.... I found myself turning pages faster and faster as I kept up with the intensity of the story...." Read more

"...Fast paced, easy reading!..." Read more

"smooth pace with mystery and active plot. likeable characters. slow at first till main characters took over. I would recommend." Read more

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  • Douglas Winslow Cooper
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ex-Policeman Pens a Page-Turner
    Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2014
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    Author Mark Young knows his stuff, having served for decades as a California cop, a good fraction of it in a unit tasked with fighting the organized crime gangs that run much of the criminal activity there and even run the prisons.

    The book's hero, Tom Kagan, is tough, skilled, likeable, admirable, and determined to bring to justice his vicious adversary, the wily Ghost, responsible for numerous murders of gang-bangers and innocents alike. Kagan pursues him relentlessly, jeopardizing his marriage, losing a good friend in the process, allying with other law-enforcement professionals.

    The plot is compelling, the descriptions crisp, the characters believable and interesting, the ending satisfying.
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  • avidreader
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2014
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    This book is well written and the characters in the book are colorful and realistic. I read a lot of mystery and crime books and this is now one of my favorites. Well done. One can definitely tell that the author has experience in these issues which makes the reading much more enjoyable. I could not put it down. I look forward to reading more of Mark Young's books.
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  • GAYLE ROPER
    5.0 out of 5 stars written by one who knows
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2014
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    When Mark Young writes about California's gang culture, we should all listen. He knows about that terrible world from his experiences in law enforcement. Whether he's writing about Tom Kagan, our hero, or Ghost, the conscience-less killer, or poor Gato who is sucked in because that's the only life he knows, there is authority in Mark's words.
    In this fascinating story that traces the confrontation between the good guys and the bad, we see the cost to both sides for fighting this war. While I was fascinated by the book and enjoyed it very much, I am more fascinated by the real guys who stand in the gap so the rest of us don't have to face the Ghosts of the world. Kudos to Mark for the great book and thanks for being a real life Tom Kagan.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Flippy
    3.0 out of 5 stars I definitely think it's worth a read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2014
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    The book kept my interest and I liked the characters. Long in spots, but I finished it in a day and a half.
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  • Stephen T
    4.0 out of 5 stars Intricate storyline with believable twists. Hard to put down.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2018
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    Loved the story. Well written with many twists. Good character development.

    Only downside was that at times it was confusing as to the timeline. Some things went back in time and it was not immediately evident.
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  • MTS
    5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging, Flawless Police Procedural/Suspense
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2014
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    I loved this book! It is my favorite Mark Young novel. I liked it because it was fast paced, accurately described police procedures without becoming droll, and blew open the ugly, yet real, connections between gang members on the street and those incarcerated.

    Tony Hillerman is my all-time favorite author. In my opinion, Mark's style is much like Mr. Hillerman's, which is intended as a big compliment, given all the awards and international recognition received by Mr. Hillerman. Mark's protagonist is multi-faceted, with flaws and issues to which most of us can relate. Also, his description of the world of gangs was unlike those of many other authors. He helped us to understand the deep roots this world grows, and how attractive it can be to those who believe their life alternatives are limited. Mark also gives us a glimpse into the beautiful world of Sonoma County, CA, USA. I enjoyed Mark's description of the interactions between the Santa Rosa Police Department and other law enforcement agencies, particularly the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

    I was surprised to learn that this was Mark's first book, and that he waited to publish it until he had completed several others. Mark has real talent and skill as an author. I am amazed at how authors such as Mark can pace a book so well. His foreshadowing was subtle and intriguing. Wow.

    I hope to read more Tom Kagan stories in the near future!!!
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  • dani
    5.0 out of 5 stars It's a great read
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2014
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    Mr. Young writes with the voice of authority stemming from experience. Even before I read about his background I knew he had to have had first hand knowledge about the "face" of gangland and .
    Even though it was a novel, I learned a great deal about police work and the horrors that fill their lives as well as the personal fears that are embedded in their profession. I truly was rivited to this
    book. At times, I felt myself holding my breath because of the descriptive details as the action played out.
    Thank you, Mr. Young. Reading your book was definitely not a waste of time.
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  • Mary N.
    4.0 out of 5 stars good characters
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2014
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    The characters were interesting and most had depth to them. The story was intriguing with twists and turns. Spoiler alert - the good guys don't all win. My only hesitation in giving five stars was the strong God references throughout the book.
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