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Wild Card (A Calvin Watters Mystery Book 2) Kindle Edition

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 82 ratings

This time, it’s not a job.

After proving his innocence as a murder suspect, taking down an assassin, and being an instrumental part in solving a high profile murder, Calvin Watters believes he can finally move on—until Ace Sanders’ prison escape catapults him into action.

This time, it’s personal!

Something has always bothered Detective Dale Dayton about the arrest of Ace Sanders. Call it police intuition, but his inner ‘cop alarm’ keeps twitching. When Dale reopens the case, he’s introduced to new evidence that leads him into a political nightmare.

Who will play the Wild Card to survive?

While Calvin tracks Sanders across continents and into unknown, unfriendly surroundings, Dale remains in Vegas to uncover the truth behind police corruption, prison escapes, and hired assassins. But Calvin and Dale must be vigilant, because there’s a deadly, new player in town.

Reviews for Wild Card

"Luke Murphy has the touch.”—Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Order

“Hold on for a wild ride that doesn’t end until the last page.”—Jordan Dane, bestselling author of the Sweet Justice series

“Murder, sex, hackers…an elaborate criminal chess game: Luke Murphy delivers.”—Bryan Gruley, author of the Starvation Lake trilogy

“A wild ride! Exciting characters. An adventurous read. Loved it!”—Jonas Saul, author of the Sarah Roberts Series

“A highly addictive read.”—Nadine Doolittle, author of Iced Under

“From the glitter and grunge of the Vegas strip to the steamy depths of the Amazon rainforest, Wild Card takes the reader on an unforgettable trip.”—Jeff Buick, author of Bloodline

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07M93QJYJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ANM Books; 2nd edition (December 20, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 20, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 780 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 281 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 82 ratings

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Luke Murphy is the International bestselling author of two series: The Calvin Watters Mysteries and The Charlene Taylor Mysteries.

Murphy played six years of professional hockey before retiring in 2006. His sports column, “Overtime” (Pontiac Equity), was nominated for the 2007 Best Sports Page in Quebec, and won the award in 2009. He has also worked as a radio journalist (CHIPFM 101.7).

Murphy lives in Shawville, QC with his wife and three daughters. He is a teacher who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing, and a Bachelor of Education (Magna Cum Laude).

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"Original characters and a fresh new voice."—Thomas Perry, New York Times bestselling author of Poison Flower

"You may want to give it the whole night, just to see how it turns out."—William Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Lincoln Letter

“Luke Murphy scores big with this deep psychological thriller.”—Tim Green, New York Times bestselling author of Unstoppable

“The twists and turns kept me guessing to the very end.” —Christy Reece, New York Times bestselling author of Nothing To Lose

“All the danger, treachery, and action a thriller reader could wish for. Luke Murphy has the touch.”—Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Order

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Customers praise the book for its thrilling excitement and action-packed storyline. They find the characters relatable and likable, with depth and meaning. The author skillfully brings readers into his world and makes them feel invested in their lives. Readers appreciate the heartfelt content, integrity, compassion, and honest relationships. The fast-paced action and convergence of storylines keep their interest.

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Customers find the book an engaging read and a worthwhile sequel. They say it's worth the wait and can be read independently of the first novel in the series.

"...It certainly can be a read alone but the first in the series is just as exciting...." Read more

"Nice follow up to the original Calvin Watters novel. A lot of returning characters who have a bigger influence." Read more

"This book was one of the best I've read in a while...." Read more

"...of Wild Card after reading Dead Man's Hand, and it was very much worth the wait!..." Read more

7 customers mention "Adrenaline content"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's thrilling excitement with its twists and turns. They find it an action-packed read with murder, sex, danger, and laugh-out-loud moments.

"...The story is told from Las Vegas and South America. An action packed read with murder, sex, danger and laugh out loud moments...." Read more

"...I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a great thriller, and I hope there are many more Calvin Watters books to come!" Read more

"Once again Author Luke Murphy doesn't disappoint the reader. Perfect mix of action, heroism, temptation, humor, compassion, and loyalty...." Read more

"...Adrenaline flows with each page turn and there are plenty of twists and turns throughout that will keep you guessing right until the end...." Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development. They find the characters realistic and likable, especially Calvin Watters, a character they were intrigued by in the first book. The book has many returning characters with bigger influences.

"...With plenty of Characters, I find myself drawn to another major player in the series, Detective Dale Dayton. I like his style...." Read more

"Nice follow up to the original Calvin Watters novel. A lot of returning characters who have a bigger influence." Read more

"...I especially appreciated the character development of Calvin Watters, a character I was intrigued by in the first book...." Read more

"...A talented author brought the characters to life." Read more

4 customers mention "Information quality"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's information quality. They find the author skilled at immersing them in the world and making them feel like they are right there along with them. The characters are developed with depth and meaning for readers, making it easy for them to become invested in their lives.

"...and characters Luke Murphy develops each with depth and meaning for his readers...." Read more

"...and keeps the readers interest, while still including excellent background information and great details...." Read more

"...It's easy to become invested in their lives. The fast-paced action and the convergence of story lines was just right. Mr. Murphy has done it again...." Read more

"...He is skilled at bringing you into his world and making you feel like you are right there along side the characters...." Read more

3 customers mention "Heartfelt content"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the characters' honesty and integrity. They find the story relatable, with heroism, temptation, humor, compassion, and loyalty. The relationships are honest and deepen over time.

"...I love the heart and integrity of the players in this series. Murphy makes the characters rise from the pages vividly...." Read more

"...Perfect mix of action, heroism, temptation, humor, compassion, and loyalty. The characters are real and don't give up the fight...." Read more

"...and main characters continue to develop resulting in honest and deeper relationships. It's easy to become invested in their lives...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the story's quality. They find the fast-paced action and the convergence of storylines engaging. The book keeps readers interested while still providing excellent storytelling.

"...This novel moves at a fast pace and keeps the readers interest, while still including excellent background information and great details...." Read more

"...The fast-paced action and the convergence of story lines was just right. Mr. Murphy has done it again. This is a great read...." Read more

"Luke Murphy's story telling continues to get better and better...." Read more

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This book follows "Dead Man's Hand". I enjoyed it. The story is told from Las Vegas and South America. An action packed read with murder, sex, danger and laugh out loud moments.The Protagonist is a PI named Calvin Watters. A former College football star and "Leg Breaker". Regardless of his past, he is a likable good guy. After being framed for murder of a Casino owner, he made many enemies along the way of proving his innocence, which you can read more about in Book 1(Dead Man's Hand). The killers he helped put away manage their escape which leaves Calvin on a dangerous man hunt. He knows he will always be looking over his shoulder until they are taken care of. With plenty of Characters, I find myself drawn to another major player in the series, Detective Dale Dayton. I like his style. I hope to see more of him in the future as well.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2021
    This book follows "Dead Man's Hand". I enjoyed it. The story is told from Las Vegas and South America. An action packed read with murder, sex, danger and laugh out loud moments.The Protagonist is a PI named Calvin Watters. A former College football star and "Leg Breaker". Regardless of his past, he is a likable good guy. After being framed for murder of a Casino owner, he made many enemies along the way of proving his innocence, which you can read more about in Book 1(Dead Man's Hand). The killers he helped put away manage their escape which leaves Calvin on a dangerous man hunt. He knows he will always be looking over his shoulder until they are taken care of. With plenty of Characters, I find myself drawn to another major player in the series, Detective Dale Dayton. I like his style. I hope to see more of him in the future as well.
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    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2021
    This book follows "Dead Man's Hand". I enjoyed it. The story is told from Las Vegas and South America. An action packed read with murder, sex, danger and laugh out loud moments.The Protagonist is a PI named Calvin Watters. A former College football star and "Leg Breaker". Regardless of his past, he is a likable good guy. After being framed for murder of a Casino owner, he made many enemies along the way of proving his innocence, which you can read more about in Book 1(Dead Man's Hand). The killers he helped put away manage their escape which leaves Calvin on a dangerous man hunt. He knows he will always be looking over his shoulder until they are taken care of. With plenty of Characters, I find myself drawn to another major player in the series, Detective Dale Dayton. I like his style. I hope to see more of him in the future as well.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2021
    If you have anything on your agenda, like work, play, family, or sleep, it won't happen once you pick up this great sequel. It certainly can be a read alone but the first in the series is just as exciting. Very effectively balancing five or more intertwined plots and characters Luke Murphy develops each with depth and meaning for his readers. It's like your living the excitement, worry, knowledge of each throughout the book. This book is one even an avid reader will recall and pass on to other passionate readers.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019
    Nice follow up to the original Calvin Watters novel. A lot of returning characters who have a bigger influence.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2020
    This is a review for book number two of the Calvin Watters series. This book stands alone as a story in case you’ve not read book one DEAD MAN’S HAND you will still understand and enjoy WILD CARD. What a wild ride for Calvin in this novel. Calvin is an unconventional “wild card” working with Las Vegas detectives. You’re going to keep reading because you’ll be hooked, wanting to know what’s happening next. It’s my pleasure to review WILD CARD with this *****5 Star review today. I really like Luke Murphy’s style.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2020
    Wild Card a Calvin Watters Mystery by @author Luke Murphy is the sequel to Dead Man’s Hand A Calvin Watters Mystery. We find PI Calvin Watters being recruited by his detective friends to travel down to the treacherous Amazon to find an escaped prisoner and bring him back. His girlfriend, Rachel is left behind under protection of his detective friend. A page turning thriller!! Watters is confronted by one dangerous situation after another including an escaped sniper. Murphy at his best with this one!!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars PI Calvin Watters in his most dangerous case yet!!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2020
    Wild Card a Calvin Watters Mystery by @author Luke Murphy is the sequel to Dead Man’s Hand A Calvin Watters Mystery. We find PI Calvin Watters being recruited by his detective friends to travel down to the treacherous Amazon to find an escaped prisoner and bring him back. His girlfriend, Rachel is left behind under protection of his detective friend. A page turning thriller!! Watters is confronted by one dangerous situation after another including an escaped sniper. Murphy at his best with this one!!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2019
    This book was one of the best I've read in a while. Calvin Watters is back as a PI now and still working with the LVMPD trying to find Ace Sanders, which takes him to South America and dealings with drug cartels. Derek Baxter is also trying to find Calvin because of unfinished business. Luke Murphy's other books were great, but Wild Card was my absolute favorite. I can't wait to see what he has in store for us next.
  • Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2017
    I was very much anticipating the release of Wild Card after reading Dead Man's Hand, and it was very much worth the wait! This novel moves at a fast pace and keeps the readers interest, while still including excellent background information and great details. I especially appreciated the character development of Calvin Watters, a character I was intrigued by in the first book. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a great thriller, and I hope there are many more Calvin Watters books to come!
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2020
    Luke Murphy has done it again. His second Calvin Watters novel draws you into the whirlpool of action and intrigue in such a way that keeps you hungry for more. I love the heart and integrity of the players in this series. Murphy makes the characters rise from the pages vividly. I can hardly wait to read Red Zone!

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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars I sat down to start reading the book on a ...
    Reviewed in Canada on December 19, 2017
    I sat down to start reading the book on a Sunday afternoon, figuring that I might get a chapter or 2 read before I went off to run errands. Well, errands didn't happen and I finished reading the book that day! Luke seems to have a natural ability to keep his readers on the edge of their seats. The plot twists and turns will keep readers in suspense and make them forget about the daily chores that are supposed to be done (Thank you, Luke)! I'm hopeful that a third Calvin book is in the future!
  • Doghouse Gav
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 31, 2018
    What a great book. Amazing characters and storyline. Wonderfully written. A real edge of your seat read that will have you reading just one more chapter before bed. Very highly recommended. My only regret is that I brought this book ages ago and have only just read it. What was i thinking ?!!!!
  • Lucille
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
    Reviewed in Canada on September 10, 2020
    Could not put this book down. Its an awesome story
  • Dave ET
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!!!
    Reviewed in Canada on August 10, 2019
    Part of a series. Worth reading at least twice!!! Should be made into a movie - would be a blockbuster! The script is virtually written already. #HollywoodAlert
  • Jason Stuckless
    5.0 out of 5 stars A novel to absolutely read
    Reviewed in Canada on April 14, 2018
    An deven better Calvin Watters novel than the first! I absolutley loved this book. Thanks Luke for keeping my up all night with your tome. A great novel. Looking forward to the next installment.

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