Mallory Series by Ant Middleton 2 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
Cold Justice
Red Mist

Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780751580419; 9780751580471

Overview:
Dive into the gritty, high-stakes Mallory universe with this compelling two-book collection from Ant Middleton. Cold Justice opens with Mallory, a legendary Special Forces leader whose career is irreparably altered by a fatal decision that costs two lives and leaves his young ally Donno in a coma. Haunted by the past, he returns to the streets with a sharpened edge and a hard-won sense of justice, driven by a promise to protect the vulnerable even as the line between redemption and revenge blurs. Red Mist picks up with Mallory hiding in a quiet French village, trying to keep his darker impulses in check. When a chance encounter pulls him into a family’s fight against a dangerous turf war, his formidable skills are put to the ultimate test. Together, these novels fuse lean, propulsive plotting with morally complex choices and a protagonist who refuses to walk away from those who need him most. This set is perfect for readers who crave adrenaline-fueled crime thrillers with a hard-edged hero and a strong sense of consequence.

What This Collection Covers:
This two-book collection centers on Mallory—a former elite operative who operates outside conventional boundaries to protect the innocent. Cold Justice establishes the tone: a mission-driven thriller where loyalty, guilt, and the costs of leadership collide in real time. The narrative spirals from intimate, character-driven stakes to sweeping action sequences, illustrating how one man’s past mistakes ripple into the present. Red Mist expands the canvas by dropping Mallory into a European setting where small-town quiet is a veneer for conflict, danger, and a fight for family safety. Across both titles, Middleton delivers crisp prose, credible military detail, and a relentless pace that keeps readers turning pages while inviting reflection on duty, judgment, and the price of doing what’s right in imperfect circumstances. It’s a complete book collection for fans of tough, authentic thrillers built around a flawed but fiercely determined hero.

Book-by-Book Guide:
Cold Justice—In this blistering opener, Mallory’s reputation as the very best begins to fray after a catastrophic choice costs lives and shatters trust. Now back on the streets with a murky moral compass, he confronts a world where every ally could become a liability and every decision could prove fatal. Donno’s coma is a constant reminder of what’s at stake, and when a message from Donno’s mother reveals a new lead—the missing Scott—Mallory finds a purpose that drives him forward. The pursuit blends hard-edged military realism with intimate emotional stakes, revealing a character who negotiates danger with a stark personal code. The result is a taut, white-knuckle thriller that cements Middleton’s status as a Sunday Times bestselling author of gripping crime fiction. This is a powerful start to the Mallory arc and a book you won’t forget.

Red Mist—Mallory retreats to a rural French village to resist the pull of trouble, but darkness has a life of its own. A chance meeting with an elderly man fearing for his granddaughter draws Mallory into a local bar fight with dangerous undercurrents. As a turf war unfolds, he leans on specialized skills honed in the world’s harshest environments to protect the vulnerable and outwit ruthless opposition. The pacing accelerates with each turn, balancing intimate character moments with explosive set pieces. Middleton sustains the tension by letting Mallory’s inner conflict drive the plot as much as external threats, making this installment a gripping, character-driven thriller that ramps up the stakes for the series’ ongoing evolution.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This two-book collection is ideal for thriller enthusiasts who appreciate a grounded, experience-informed voice and a morally nuanced hero. Fans of action-driven fiction with authentic military texture will feel at home here, as will readers who enjoy knife-edged suspense that doesn’t shy away from the consequences of heroism. It also serves as a strong entry point for new readers to the Mallory series, offering a complete, self-contained duo that can be enjoyed in one reading binge. Gift buyers will find a compelling, high-impact set for birthdays or holidays, while book clubs can explore themes of redemption, duty, and the tension between right and wrong in fast-paced, page-turning narratives.

Key Benefits:

• Two engaging, page-turning thrillers featuring Mallory, a grounded, morally complex hero
• paperback editions with credible military detail and authentic tension
• Perfect gift set for fans of UK crime thrillers and realistic action
• Ideal for binge reading and collecting a cohesive two-book arc
• Includes the Sunday Times bestselling author, Ant Middleton, in a proven thriller pair
• Affordable, ready-to-enjoy book collection that pairs immersive storytelling with high stakes

About the Author:
Ant Middleton is a renowned former Special Forces operator and a bestselling author known for his raw, authentic storytelling. His Mallory thrillers—Cold Justice and Red Mist—draw on firsthand experience and a keen eye for human psychology under pressure. Middleton’s voice blends precise military detail with a tough, world-weary lens on duty, loyalty, and personal redemption. He is celebrated for creating a protagonist who embodies resilience without surrendering complexity or compassion. The Mallory novels have resonated with readers for their gritty realism, fast pace, and suspenseful plotting that never glosses over the moral costs of tough decisions. Middleton’s work continues to captivate audiences seeking immersive crime fiction grounded in lived experience and genuine emotional stakes.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This collection offers a cohesive, immersive reading experience that feels both intimate and expansive. You’ll enjoy the evolution of Mallory as a character—haunted, driven, and relentlessly capable—alongside tightly woven plots that blend action with character development. Owning the complete Mallory two-book collection provides a satisfying, self-contained arc and excellent value for readers building a robust crime-thriller shelf. It’s the kind of gift set that delivers not just adrenaline but conversation about courage, accountability, and what it means to do the right thing when the world seems stacked against you.

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