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Second-In-Command: Mutant Rain Origins (Mutant Rain Origins - Prequel Novellas Book 3) Kindle Edition

by L.A. Frederick (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 out of 5 stars 20 ratings
You have got to be a fighter to rise through the ranks of New Hampton's criminal underworld.

You must be willing to do the necessary, especially when you have designs on a top spot within the most notorious gang in the city's chequered history. Guy Hagan was not aware of what was required. He will learn and carve out a legacy that others will never forget.

It was not always that way for Guy but nice guys finish last, and he is not planning on finishing last.

Second-In-Command is a dark, sci-fi urban mystery novella set before the events of The Rain: The Mutant Rain Series Book One.

Think of the series like a jigsaw, you can read in any order. The story could be read the main novel, The Rain, first and then the prequels in any order. Alternatively, you could read the prequels and then the main book. Whichever way you choose to read you will achieve the same result, but within reason, it will be a unique trail of breadcrumbs for each reader.

Mutant Rain Origins - Prequel Novellas (Read in any order):
The Last Doctor
The Lost Boy (Exclusive to my mailing list, please join via my website www.lafrederick.com)
The Forgetful Man
Second-In-Command
The Lone Vigilante

The Mutant Rain Novels:
Book One- The Rain
Book Two- The Fall
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    Mutant Rain Origins - Prequel Novellas
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    41 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    December 15, 2017
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B077S6BL36
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 15, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.1 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 41 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 3 of 4 ‏ : ‎ Mutant Rain Origins - Prequel Novellas
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 20 ratings

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L.A. Frederick hails from sunny old England. Wait. That’s not right. L.A. Frederick hails from old England. Better.

An avid reader from a young age he vividly remembers being drawn into the fabulous world of fiction by the timeless works of Roald Dahl, in particular The Fantastic Mr Fox.

The escapism of fictional worlds is what led him, after a long and winding road through university and various jobs, to the craft of writing.

So when he’s not juggling the million items that day-to-day family life throws at all of us he’s either reading or honing his writing.

His debut series, The Mutant Rain and Mutant Rain Origins are dark, sci-fi mysteries with dystopian elements thrown in for good measure. “A cool cross between X-Men and Sin City.” As one reader describes the series.

Presently he is working on Songs of Star & Winter, a space opera fantasy, he describes as a cross between Game of Thrones, Star Wars and Captain Bucky O’Hare. Though he fears the reference to an early 90s cartoon series is showing his age…

If you hit the yellow 'Follow' button, Amazon will update you when he has new releases or any special deals. It's a great way to ensure you never miss a book!

You can also find him procrastinating on Facebook – LAFrederickbooks, Twitter @L_A_Frederick and Instagram @L.A.Frederick

Stay safe, and as always… happy reading.

L.A. Frederick

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  • elisabeth griggs
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I would have read these before
    Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2023
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    I wish I would have read these books before I started the series. It would have given me the background of some of the characters. It doesn't really matter though. The series is well written and I'm used to dealing with college level books. Thank you for writing. I will start the next prequel after some sleep.
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  • Alan McDonald
    5.0 out of 5 stars A very cool approach!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2019
    This is one of many back stories of some of the characters in the Mutant Rain series.
    They all simply give the current story’s protagonist a little of their own background tale.
    The prequels can be read at any time and in any order, but I personally liked reading the prequels first in order to better understand the main Mutant Rain full length novels.
    The following are all of the prequels for your enjoyment:
    The Last Doctor, The Lost Boy (you must sign up to Mr. Frederick’s mailing list to acquire this novella at www.lafrederick.com), The Forgetful Man, Second-In-Command and The Lone Vigilante.
    Again, you can read them at any time. Before the full length books, after or even in between.
    They simply provide nice details otherwise missed.
    This is a very cool approach by the author.
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  • Karen Siddall
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great background story for more characters in The Rain!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2018
    The Second-in-Command, another short story in The Government Rain Mysteries’ universe, showcases the history behind the character of Guy Hagan, a childhood friend and neighbor of Jed Soloman and his older brother. He pitied and protected the younger, weaker boy (Jed) from the area bullies until the day things went too far and Jed was almost killed. Soon after, Jed’s father died and the brothers disappeared.

    Guy remained in the old neighborhood and grew up to eventually join one of the local gangs – The Ravens. As he advances his way up the ranks of the gang, he finds out he’s being watched by the unknown leader of “The Watchroom” – the chief criminal organization in New Hampton.

    This series, although titled “Mysteries,” touches a broad range of reading interests (mystery, urban mystery, mutants, horror, sci-fi, dystopian, urban horror). There is something for almost everyone.

    I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader copy of this book.
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  • mmmurdoog
    4.0 out of 5 stars Gruesome Urban Mob story. Reminds me of the movie ...
    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2017
    Gruesome Urban Mob story. Reminds me of the movie, "The Pope of Greenwich Village" Unlike the movie which had spectacular cinematography, this story has the shabby community of New Hampton. However, L.A. Frederick makes the scenes come alive. His wordsmithing painted pictures in mind which will take other stories to remove. Some are even reminiscent of Hannibal Lecter.

    I was provided this book as an ARC by the author; however, the review is my honest opinion.
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  • Barbara Harden
    5.0 out of 5 stars Tough Kids
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2019
    Two young boys get bullied by some thoughts regularly. They end up going their separate ways. This story is of one of those boys years later after he has grown.
    This was given to me in exchange for a honest review
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  • Ann Keeran
    5.0 out of 5 stars Crime Pays
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2018
    Guy Hagan is Second-In-Command in the city's leading gang. In this novella, L.A. Frederick explains what drives this man. An intriguing look into the psyche of a top tier criminal. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
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  • Renee Arthur
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Government Rain Novella!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2017
    This was another great background information book for the Government Rain series. Every one I read helps me understand the characters in Government rain a little more. I enjoyed this one and love all The Government Rain books!
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  • Grady Murray
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great story in the rain series
    Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2018
    This was another good short story with a great character. Hope to read more about guy.
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  • Ruth Newton
    5.0 out of 5 stars The writting is excellent, and brings both the characters and the world ...
    Reviewed in Canada on December 15, 2017
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      I have read this book as an ARC reader. This is my freely given review.
    This is a fast paced story, filled with the underground of mob life.
    L.A. Fredrick has taken a short story to new heights with the assent of Guy Hagan from a collector to being second in command of the Watchroom mob in New Hampton.
    The writting is excellent, and brings both the characters and the world they live in, to a stark reality
     that leaves you reeling.
     The only thing I didn't like about this book, was that it was too short, it needs to become a full lenth novel!
    Easiest 5 stars I've ever given!
    Ruth Newton
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great read from L.A.!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 18, 2017
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    Having read L.A. Fredericks ‘The Rain’ earlier this year, I picked this short story up after seeing a post on his Facebook page and what a great read it was.

    Really love learning more about these ‘imperfect’ superheroes / mutants and can’t wait to read more about Guy in The Government Rain Book 2!

    This can be read before L.A. Fredericks ‘The Rain’ novel and contains no spoilers.
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  • Kirsty Southwell
    5.0 out of 5 stars When you thought it couldn’t get any more intriguing......
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2018
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    Yet again I couldn’t put this down. Intriguing, thought provoking, and more and more characters from The Rain series seem to be making an appearance.
    If, like me you read novellas and can’t wait for the culmination to come to life in a novel, you really need this collection of stories.
    Miss it, miss out!
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic read..AGAIN
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 18, 2017
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    Another enjoyable read from the gruesome world of New Hampton. Lots of unanswered questions and can't wait for more. Hurry up with the next one please..desperate to know what happens next!
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  • Dippit Mag
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 20, 2017
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    Brilliant addition to the New Hampton series. I'm looking forward to the next novel. Definitely one to read.
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