No Good Deed (Lancaster & Daniels Book 2)

Interesting team - woman FBI agent who goes rigidly by the rules and fellow retired lawman who certainly does not? But guess what? The bad guys don't play by the rules so a bit of both is required so this team is brutally effective.Since Jim is a Tampa local, I always get a kick out of his descriptions of the locales the participants visit and it gives a bit of verisimilitude to the story. Still, one can only romp up and down U.S. 19 so often!At any rate, the story moves along with some interesting plot twists and characters so a great beach read. I do miss some of the "insider information" that made his earlier casino books so entertaining but certainly glad to continue reading his work as it is released. Looking forward to the next!

The second book of the series, read through Kindle Unlimited.Swain tends to explain each and every thing the characters do. I appreciate the facts about how Team Adam works, as I had never heard about them prior to this series. However, explaining how private channels on YouTube works seemed like he did not his audience to know this, to me, basic fact of today's social media. His writing also uses unnecessary and extra words. One example: "The boat was called a bowtie." I'm sure "The boat was a bowtie" is sufficient. Reading through this book reminds me a teacher explaining everything exhaustively.Story-wise, I found it engrossing. We learn more of Jon Lancaster's background, values and character. He's a lot more gray than he appeared in the first book. He's quite perceptive and manipulative when he wants to be.The motive for the kidnappings is dark, so I thought it a good call on Lancaster not to share it with Nicki.As mentioned before I borrowed this book through my Kindle Unlimited subscription. Would I single-purchase it, if I didn't have the membership? Likely no so it's a thanks for including this available for KU members.

I like everything James Swain has written and this series is as good as his other books. His characters are strong and story lines are very good.

This is an easy reader. I’m a fan of books that I can read and just escape from everything. This is one of those books. Good storyline, I can’t help but like the Daniels and Lancaster duo when they come together.

Truly enjoy reading this author's work. Interesting plots, great location descriptions, plenty of interesting insider points. Fantastic characters EXCEPT Beth Daniels. Sorry, but just can't stand her character, not one thing to like about her. Pretty sure if you had her character profiled, she'd be some sort of psychopath. Please replace her!

I am so glad I found this awesome book and series on Kindle Unlimited. I love Jon and Beth. They are fantastic characters. Mr. Swain 's novels have plenty of action and kept me glued to my Kindle and iPhone. Great listening experience. The narrator helps to pull one into the story by bringing each character to vivid life. If you enjoy thrillers then you'll love this talented author 's style. Happy ☺reading 📚/listening!

The framework of this novel - from the characters, to the plot, to some of the dialog - struck me as being highly contrived. It seems every other fictional male crime fighter recently is a former SEAL, but Jon is the only one who unbelievably retained his combat skills, while letting his body go to pot. The central plot assumes common circumstances and motive among a relatively large number of criminal low-lives along with the talent to focus planning and execution. Team Adam is a good concept, but its involvement in this plot is force-fed and tangential.

No Good Deed is the second offering featuring Jon Lancaster and Elizabeth Daniels from Florida author James Swain. The characters are tough and dedicated, but fun. The story is based on a kidnapping that leads to a human trafficking ring. The characters are particularly vivid ranging from true heroes to the scum of the earth. As they get closer to catching the ringleader, the momentum of the story escalates, making the book nearly impossible to put down. Swain's combination of memorable characters, a great storyline and attention to detail make this book a must read.

Not as strong as previous books in the series but still a good read.

Excellent series. Worth reading.

Very good Thanks Frank

enjoyable

Slow moving, some unbelievable acts