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Caleb (Caleb Lambert Thriller Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Jeff Menapace (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 4,901 ratings
Vengeance is therapy.

Caleb Lambert kills people for a living. The money is nice, but it comes a distant second to his primary reason for choosing such a vocation: Caleb often calls it “scratching an itch.”

Here’s the thing, though: Caleb won’t just accept any contract. He and his team thoroughly vet each and every prospective mark to make sure they deserve to be punished.

And why not? If anyone knows about true evil in this world, it’s Caleb Lambert. Along with his family, Caleb endured hell at the hands of multiple serial killers throughout his childhood, twisting his young mind into the mess it is today. Forever installed that need to “scratch an itch.”

And Caleb is frequently itchy, and business is good. But when a new job comes across his desk, Caleb’s entire world is turned upside down. The job appears to hold so many similarities to his past that he finds it all but impossible to turn down. An impulsive decision that could cost him dearly.

What readers are saying about Jeff Menapace and Caleb:

★★★★★ “Think of a mix between Dexter and John Wick and that’s Caleb. You can’t help but love him.”

★★★★★ “If you like Jack Reacher (Lee Child), then you must read Caleb."

★★★★★ "This is some excellent writing and storytelling. I cared about Caleb. A lot. This is a white knuckle thriller with heart. Who knows: Caleb may become the new Jack Reacher. I certainly hope so. Highly recommended.”

★★★★★ “Action packed and page turning, this book is a blast. Hints of John Wick are plastered across the pages but Caleb makes this story his own.”

★★★★★ “Without spoilers, I will just say that if you liked John Wick and Dexter Morgan, you will enjoy this fast-paced thriller!”

★★★★★ “This book was so action packed that I read it in one sitting. The characters were fun and engaging, the pacing was perfect. I can’t wait for another Caleb book!”

★★★★★ "Couldn’t put it down. Caleb is my kind of violent hero."

★★★★★ "This was the best book I’ve read in a while. A real suspenseful page turner for sure. Caleb was so likable but scary at the same time. A must read. You won’t regret it.”


I hope you enjoy Caleb, my friends. This novel is ideal for fans of suspense and thriller authors who provide us with the action-packed, the sometimes dark and violent, and the heart-racing intrigue that keeps us turning pages into the wee hours of the morning. Authors like: Marc Cameron, Michael Connelly, L.T. Ryan, Vince Flynn, Harlan Coben, David Baldacci, Lee Child, Mark Greaney, James Patterson, Jeff Carson, Bradley Wright, Brad Thor, John Sandford, Jeff Lindsay, Stephen King, and many more. Happy reading!
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  2. “Or like Arty and Jim Fannelli,” Caleb said. Arty and Jim Fannelli—the infamous serial killers that, along with their extended family and, later, an array of sick admirers, terrorized Caleb’s own family throughout his youth. Murdered his father. Murdered the man who had become his surrogate father.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08YHRJ477
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mind Mess Press
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 21, 2021
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.6 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 232 pages
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A native of the Philadelphia area, Jeff has published multiple works in both fiction and non-fiction. In 2011 he was the recipient of the Red Adept Reviews Indie Award for Horror.

Jeff's debut novel BAD GAMES was a #1 bestseller that spawned four acclaimed sequels, and now the series has been optioned for feature film.

Free time for Jeff is spent watching horror movies, The Three Stooges, and mixed martial arts. He loves steak and more steak, thinks the original 1974 Texas Chainsaw Massacre is the greatest movie ever, wants to pet a lion some day, and hates spiders.

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Customers find this book to be a thrilling page-turner with a fast-paced narrative that keeps them engaged from start to finish. The writing is tight and quick-moving, while the character Caleb is described as a force to be reckoned with. The book features a nice mix of humor, including black and sarcastic elements, and customers appreciate its gory content, with one noting it's not as nasty as expected.

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197 customers mention "Readability"193 positive4 negative

Customers find the book highly readable and entertaining, with one customer particularly appreciating the flow of the narrative.

"This was such a good thrilling quick read. I enjoyed Caleb's story. I must pace myself can't speed through the collection but oh my I can't wait." Read more

"...Short, memorable, and highly entertaining. I’m off to buy to the next one in the series. It’s a cross between American Psycho and John Wick...." Read more

"...I enjoyed this book. The author didn’t really drag out the plot, but was descriptive enough to give me the scene...." Read more

"...The story was good after that and I'm glad I finished it...." Read more

103 customers mention "Suspenseful story"85 positive18 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, describing it as a thrilling ride with a fast-paced plot full of twists and turns.

"...This book is action-packed with thrills and chills. Caleb is a spin-off of the Bad Games series...." Read more

"Interesting concept, I enjoyed the characters and the simple plot. Easy, fun read. I’ll read the next installment in the series." Read more

"I enjoyed the storyline and the fast pace of the book...." Read more

"The story line is good. Lots of imagination and graphic details are given. It is truly, Dexter meets Reacher...." Read more

91 customers mention "Character development"88 positive3 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, finding Caleb to be a force to be reckoned with, and one customer particularly appreciates the main character's snarky dialogue.

"I really liked Caleb's character, indeed he is a mix of Jhon Wick and Dexter Morgan...." Read more

"Interesting concept, I enjoyed the characters and the simple plot. Easy, fun read. I’ll read the next installment in the series." Read more

"...Where he truly excels is giving life to the characters he creates and giving you the solid feeling they are real...." Read more

"...to New York City, Denver, Rhodesia Island and more as he adeptly develops other characters and unfolding events...." Read more

49 customers mention "Writing quality"47 positive2 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting its tight and easy-to-read style, with one customer highlighting how the author provides insightful details without being overly descriptive.

"...might need to be a bit warped to enjoy the killings, but the writing was fast paced, and the story was enjoyable...." Read more

"Just finished this book. Loved it! Read it very quickly. Easy read and definitely keeps you engaged! Can't wait to read more of these books!!" Read more

"...The writing isn’t fanciful. In fact, it’s succinct and sarcastic...." Read more

"...Loved the new twists on some old cliches, nice word play. Thought I new how somethings would turn out, I was so wrong...." Read more

44 customers mention "Pacing"44 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pacing, describing it as fast-moving and a quick read that keeps them involved throughout.

"...Fast paced action sequences and witty storytelling. I’m now on to book two!" Read more

"Just finished this book. Loved it! Read it very quickly. Easy read and definitely keeps you engaged! Can't wait to read more of these books!!" Read more

"Fast-paced read with a deviously enjoyable John Wick feel. Looking forward to the 2nd book!!" Read more

"I enjoyed the storyline and the fast pace of the book...." Read more

42 customers mention "Interest"42 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging from beginning to end, with one customer noting it's never a dull moment.

"...description of him in this book but I actually find the ambiguity refreshing...." Read more

"...Never a dull moment as it kept you captured. I didn't realize the link with Bad Games. Good way to tie them all together." Read more

"...It is well written and keeps my interest all of the way through." Read more

"...Enjoyed the plot. It was just right in length and definitely held my interest...." Read more

32 customers mention "Gore level"27 positive5 negative

Customers find the gore level of the book positive, with one customer noting it's not as nasty as expected, and another describing it as highly entertaining in the Bad Games series.

"...Caleb is a spin-off of the Bad Games series. If I had known this before reading Caleb, that’s where I would have started...." Read more

"What a gross, fun-loving book! I wasn't sure if I should read it, but I just couldn't stop. Don't give up. You may be sicker than you thought." Read more

"...Caleb is brutal and deadly when needed, but he's also a big ole softy and would probably rather cut an arm off before letting anyone see a..." Read more

"...No disappointments, good ending." Read more

32 customers mention "Humor"32 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, appreciating its black and sarcastic elements, with one customer noting how it incorporates new twists on old cliches.

"...I also enjoyed the humor in the story. I work EMS and it felt very familiar...." Read more

"...little more violence and gore than I anticipated, but the dark humor gave me some relief." Read more

"...The writing isn’t fanciful. In fact, it’s succinct and sarcastic...." Read more

"Nice action book with the usual tropes expected in this genre. This is not a bad thing but a good one because it doesn’t disappoint...." Read more

Amazing book.
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing book.
Starts off fast, stays action packed the entire book. Only issue is it’s such a short read I finished it in one night… And kinda pricey for a short book, but cheaper and better then a movie. Might as well just go ahead and order all 3 if you can and make a weekend out of it. I unfortunately will have to wait a bit before I can buy the next one.
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  • Staci Flowers
    5.0 out of 5 stars I CANT BELIEVE HOW LUCKY I WAS TO STUMBLE ACROSS THIS SERIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2025
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    I stumbled across this little diamond by pure accident! The description of John Wick and Dexter drew me in and I am not one bit disappointed in that description nor am I disappointed in the fact I literally devoured every single word in less than 24 hours!

    Caleb is a character that one can love even through his glaring flaws. His heart although clearly damaged and scared is a heart of gold! I want to wish there was more of a physical description of him in this book but I actually find the ambiguity refreshing. I am left with the image of a personality and a persona ideal not a physical reference which makes the desire to read the remaining books that much stronger.

    Although if a movie is made and Ving Rhames is NOT cast as Sheriff Chip Parsons I will not watch it!!! Lol

    As a ferocious reader who still at times struggles to define herself to a genre I am currently grateful for that inability or I would have missed an amazing journey to Noodle (my grand doodles name btw) and a real primitive need to peel back the layers of Caleb and watch as he too sees what I saw from the start!

    I am eager to read this series and the Bad Games series as my interest is now beyond peaked!
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  • laura blackwood
    4.0 out of 5 stars So good
    Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2025
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    This was such a good thrilling quick read. I enjoyed Caleb's story. I must pace myself can't speed through the collection but oh my I can't wait.
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  • Beckey B Davis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Time to kill?
    Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2025
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    Caleb reminded me of Dexter. A killer with a conscience! He kills only those who need killing. Caleb is a contract killer. A first-rate assassin who thoroughly checks the person he is hired to murder. The person must deserve to be killed. Caleb does not kill to be killing. He has to do this to feed his inner demons from intense childhood trauma. There were several serial killers who contributed to this trauma. This book is action-packed with thrills and chills.

    Caleb is a spin-off of the Bad Games series. If I had known this before reading Caleb, that’s where I would have started. However, you don’t have to read BG before reading Caleb, per the author.

    I wish I knew Caleb’s story. It was not addressed much in this book, but probably will be in the next book in the series since these are stand alone and can be read without reading Bad Games. I think I’m going to go back and read BG before going to book 2 in the Caleb series. For now, it all has to wait. I have 3 ARC books I must get read first!

    Happy reading, y’all! 📚❤️📚
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  • Sunny Naples
    5.0 out of 5 stars American Psycho meets John Wick
    Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2025
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    I’ve been flying through books this summer. This was one of my favorites. I’m too lazy to read reviews but this one deserves an attaboy. Short, memorable, and highly entertaining. I’m off to buy to the next one in the series. It’s a cross between American Psycho and John Wick. Ok, not as graphic/horrible as AP but it’s the first thing that came to mind.
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  • Ajoy0420
    4.0 out of 5 stars I look forward to reading more of this author
    Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2025
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    This book was my book for my book club’s April read and it was picked! (Jar draw) I enjoyed this book. The author didn’t really drag out the plot, but was descriptive enough to give me the scene. He does keep the characters a bit vague, but I didn’t mind so much. I also enjoyed the humor in the story. I work EMS and it felt very familiar.
    This is the first book I’ve read from this author, and as I understand it, there is more history or character building in his previous books that relate to this character. I very much look forward to reading his other works to become more familiar with Caleb’s story
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  • Sarina Wein
    3.0 out of 5 stars More violent and gory than I expected
    Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024
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    I am a horror fan and a true crime junkie, but this was a bit much even for me. One chapter in particular almost had me put the book down but I kept reading. The story was good after that and I'm glad I finished it. The Dexter mixed with John Wick description is an accurate description that I should've given more credence to.
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  • GHutto
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, keeps you riveted.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2025
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    Ordered the book one day and had it finished within 24 hours. Caleb reminds me of a young
    Reacher, back when Lee Childs started the series, not a fan of the later series. Looking forward to reading the next books. Excellent read.
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  • Helen G.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2025
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    The book was fast paced. I read it in 1 day. Now on to the next one. Definitely hooked on Caleb and the whole crew!
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  • sue ward
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved Caleb
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 5, 2025
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    I’ve had this book on my tbr list for a while, I’m glad I finally got round to downloading it.
    Caleb is a brutal killer there’s no doubt about that but he’s also a very likeable character.
    I really enjoyed this book and I see there’s some others so I’m definitely going to check them out.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
    Reviewed in Australia on June 18, 2025
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    Action from the start to the end with action man Caleb (can't call himhero) kicking ass and taking no crap along the way
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  • Gaudium et Spes
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Delightful Surprise!
    Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2024
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    I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It was quick-paced, funny, action-packed, and filled with interesting characters, most notably our antihero, Caleb. He is very easy to develop a crush on. I am really looking forward to the next instalment in the series.
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  • Manana Williams
    4.0 out of 5 stars I did enjoy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 22, 2023
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    I did enjoy reading "Caleb " , I know him from his childhood ( Bad Games) and he is good person in heart.
    Not sure about story in the book. I have feeling that I am watching different action episodes taken out of different thriller movies and been put together for us to read.
    Doesn't matter, as I said I like Caleb.👍
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  • Avid Reader
    3.0 out of 5 stars Easy/simple read
    Reviewed in Canada on May 16, 2025
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    Fast pace. Short paragraphs. Little context. Not enough back story. Short descriptions. Might make a good movie. I won't read another.
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