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Disturb (The Konrath Dark Thriller Collective Book 8) Kindle Edition

by J.A. Konrath (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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THE TERROR BEGINS...

A medical investigator tormented by secret guilt.
A beautiful doctor with an illicit desire.
A millionaire businessman indulging a passion for murder.
And a human guinea pig who has been awake for seven straight weeks.

...WHEN YOU CLOSE YOUR EYES

DISTURB by JA Konrath
You'll never sleep again...

If you are a more sensitive (or adventurous) reader, this handy scale rates specific categories from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest) to give you some idea if this is your kind of book.

DISTURB
Scary - 6
Violent - 6
Funny - 2
Sexy - 3
Crossovers - Includes characters from the Konrath Dark Thriller Collective, the Jack Daniels thrillers, the Codename: Chandler series, and the Timecaster series.

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From the Publisher

From J.A. Konrath - FOUR THRILLING SERIES, ONE STORY WORLD

Konrath Dark Thriller Collective

Jack Daniels Thrillers

Codename Chandler Series

Timecaster Series

Dark Thriller Collective

Twelve edge-of-your-seat thriller novels featuring police officer Tom Mankowski, molecular biologist Dr. Frank Belgium, and ex-military Fabler as they face psychos, evil scientists, and worse...

This series of complete--but connected--novels also ties in with the Jack Daniels Thrillers and the Codename Chandler series, taking readers into a rich, layered world where any character can pop up in anyone's book... and they do.

Jack Daniels Suspense

Twenty-two gripping suspense novels, and dozens of short stories, starring Chicago Homicide cop Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels, career criminal Phineas Troutt, private eye Harry McGlade, and too many serial killers to count...

This series of complete--but connected--novels also ties in with the Konrath Dark Thriller Collective and the Codename Chandler series, pulling readers into a rich, layered world where any character can pop up in anyone's book... and they do.

Codename Chandler Series

Join secret agent Chandler, psychotic spy Hammett, and brilliant recluse Fleming as they fight to save the world--while also fighting each other--in eight jaw-dropping action tales...

This series of complete--but connected--stories also ties in with the Konrath Dark Thriller Collective and the Jack Daniels Thrillers, taking readers into a rich, layered world where any character can pop up in anyone's book... and they do.

Timecaster Trilogy

Talon Avalon is a future cop who can forecast the past... and he's about to get in a buttload of trouble.

This trilogy of complete--but connected--novels also ties in with the Konrath Dark Thriller Collective and the Jack Daniels Thrillers, pulling readers into a rich, layered world where any character can pop up in anyone's book... and they do.

This Is The Good Stuff You've Been Looking For

Dark Thriller

WHAT MAKES GREAT HORROR

Checklist For Readers
  • Scary
  • Can't Put It Down
  • Give You Nightmares
  • Great Villains
  • Freaks You Out
  • Heroes To Root For
  • Emotional Impact
  • Fantastic Ending
Roller Coaster

Strap in tight, because this is going to be one helluva ride...

The Dark Thriller Collective

Thrills, Chills, & Suspense Galore

Do you like your thrillers on the Dark Side?

Do you like a few scares along with your suspense?

Do you like books that make you turn on the light and check to see if the doors are locked?

Do you like really morbid humor?

Welcome to the Dark Thriller Collective...

GRIPPING

You'll grip the book so hard you'll break your own fingers...

Editorial Reviews

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What They're Saying About Joe Konrath's Writing

"It's the best piece of fiction I've read in several years. It simply NEVER lets up." - James Rollins, author of The Last Odyssey

"Fast and ferocious, this is a dangerous thriller that will take a bite out of you." - Jonathan Maberry, author of V-Wars

"Bring on the sequel!" - BookPage

"A startling novel, from its thrilling onset to horrific closing pages." - Michael Laimo, author of Dead Souls

"Oozes with stylistic violence." - Shots.uk

"A bloody, terrifying, hurtling assault across a landscape of non-stop mayhem. A guilty, guilty pleasure." - F. Paul Wilson, author of The Keep

"An absolutely relentless nightmare. Horror fans will be wiping blood out of their eyes with glee." - Jeff Strand, author of Pressure

"Fans of gross-out horror will love it." - Publishers Weekly

"You'll probably need a shrink when you're done." - Edward Lee, author of The Backwoods

From the Author

JA KONRATH BIBLIOGRAPHY

For the completists, or those with a bit of obsessive/compulsiveness, or the folks that just like my stuff and want to know how it all connects, I have a lot of recurring characters and intertwined series. If you need to know the best reading order, or how to make sure you haven't missed anything, check out the bibliography page on my website. You can also visit there to see when a new title will be released.

If you're just looking for a quick checklist, here are my main series.

These do not have to be read in any particular order, but I encourage you to read them all.

JACK DANIELS THRILLERS
#1-Whiskey Sour
#2-Bloody Mary
#3-Rusty Nail
#4-Dirty Martini
#5-Shot Of Tequila
#6-Fuzzy Navel
#7-Cherry Bomb
#8-Dead On My Feet
#9-Serial Killers Uncut (with Blake Crouch)
#10-Shaken
#11-Stirred (with Blake Crouch)
#12-Dying Breath
#13-Everybody Dies
#14-Rum Runner
#15-Last Call
#16-White Russian
#17-Shot Girl
#18-Chaser
#19-Old Fashioned
#20-Bite Force
#21-Jack Rose
#22-Witch Brew
#23-Pink Lady
#24-Bourbon Hammer
#25-Moscow Mule
Bonus #2.5-Lady 52 (with Jude Hardin)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 1 (Novella Collection)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 2 (Novella Collection)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 3 (Novella Collection)
Jack Daniels Stories Vol. 4 (Novella Collection)
Banana Hammock (Novella Collection)

THE KONRATH DARK THRILLER COLLECTIVE
#1-The List
#2-Origin
#3-Afraid
#4-Trapped
#5-Endurance
#6-Haunted House
#7-Webcam
#8-Disturb
#9-What Happened To Lori
#10-The Nine
#11-Second Coming
#12-Close Your Eyes
#13-Enraged
Bonus #4.5-Holes in the Ground (with Iain Rob Wright)
Bonus #5.5-Draculas (with Blake Crouch, Jeff Strand, F. Paul Wilson)
Bonus #6.5-Grandma? (with Talon Konrath)

TIMECASTER
#1-Timecaster
#2-Timecaster Supersymmetry
#3-Timecaster Steampunk

CODENAME: CHANDLER (with Ann Voss Peterson)
#1-Flee
#2-Spree
#3-Three
#4-Hit
#5-Exposed
#6-Naughty
#7-Fix (with F. Paul Wilson)
#8-Rescue
#9-Free

STOP A MURDER PUZZLE BOOKS
#1-How: Puzzles 1-12
#2-Where: Puzzles 13-24
#3-Why: Puzzles 25-36
#4-Who: Puzzles 37-48
#5-When: Puzzles 49-60
#6-Answers
Stop A Murder Complete Cases (Book 1-5)

MISCELLANEOUS
65 Proof - Collected Short Stories
The Globs Of Use-A-Lot 3 (With Dan Maderak)

EROTICA
Writing as Melinda DuChamp

MAKE ME BLUSH series
#1-Kinky Secrets Of Mister Kink
#2-Kinky Secrets Of Witches
#3-Kinky Secrets Of Six & Candy

ALICE series
#1-Kinky Secrets Of Alice In Wonderland
#2-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Through The Looking Glass
#3-Kinky Secrets Of Alice At The Hellfire Club
#4-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Vs. Dracula
#5-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Vs. Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
#6-Kinky Secrets Of Alice Vs. Frankenstein
#7-Kinky Secrets Of Alice's Christmas Special
#8-Kinky Secrets Of Alice's New Year Ball

JEZEBEL series
#1-Kinky Secrets Of Jezebel And The Beanstalk
#2-Kinky Secrets Of Puss In Boots
#3-Kinky Secrets Of Goldilocks

SEXPERTS series
#1-The Sexperts - Kinky Grades Of Shay
#2-The Sexperts - Kinky Secrets Of The Pearl Necklace
#3-The Sexperts - Kinky Secrets Of The Alien

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00267SZES
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (April 11, 2009)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 11, 2009
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 631 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 242 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B09JRLCXSW
  • Customer Reviews:
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J. A. Konrath

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Joe Konrath has written over twenty novels in the Lt. Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels thriller series. They do not have to be read chronologically to be enjoyed, but the order is: Whiskey Sour, Bloody Mary, Rusty Nail, Dirty Martini, Shot of Tequila, Fuzzy Navel, Cherry Bomb, Dead On My Feet, Serial Killers Uncut (with Blake Crouch), Shaken, Stirred (with Blake Crouch), Dying Breath, Everybody Dies, Rum Runner, Last Call, White Russian, Shot Girl, Chaser, Old Fashioned, Bite Force, and Witch Brew. More coming soon.

Wow, that's a lot of Jack.

If you like your thrillers on the dark side, check out the Konrath Dark Thriller Collective, which includes the books The List, Origin, Afraid, Trapped, Endurance, Haunted House, Webcam, Disturb, What Happened To Lori, The Nine, Second Coming, and Close Your Eyes.

Joe also wrote the Stop A Murder mystery puzzle series, where you become the sleuth and solve brain teasers to try and catch a killer.

He also wrote the sci-fi trilogy, Timecaster, Timecaster Supersymmetry, and Timecaster Steampunk. Even if you don't think you like sci-fi, give them a try. They feature Joe's well-known characters from his other series, and are insane.

With Ann Voss Peterson he wrote the Codename: Chandler thrillers, including Flee, Spree, Three, Hit, Exposed, Naughty, Fix (with F. Paul Wilson), Rescue, and Free.

And, finally, he writes erotica under the pen name Melinda DuChamp, also with Ann Voss Peterson. Those books are probably too spicy for you, so only the brave and bold should seek them out.

Joe writes a lot. You should probably read everything.

You can visit Joe and sign up for his newsletter at www.JAKonrath.com/mailing-list.php

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Sonia
5.0 out of 5 stars Just on the edge of my seat!
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2012
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I just started Disturb last night. Yep, could not put it down. Did not take the time to put it on my Goodreads list until I finished. It was a roller coaster ride, a wonderful amazing fulfilling ride.

If you do not like gore and blood, you should still read it just for the creativity of the story. The story line is worth it, so very worth it. Konrath is an artist painting bloody scenery that even I can palate without disgust. Not because the scene is not horrific but because I want, so much, to find out what will happen next, that I don't care how gory it was.

Loved the book and it was the one his agent did not like. Go figure.

Well worth the read. Downloaded it from his free gift on Amazon. What a wonderful imaginative author he is. Good book. He reminded me of the old time authors who took us to the moon and had wars from other worlds. Creative and intelligent.
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Nancy
4.0 out of 5 stars Good quick read
Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2022
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Enjoyed the book and series thus far. A common theme seems to be the villains are almost invincible which I find a bit tiring and the endings are rushed after a great build up. Otherwise lots of action and good story lines.
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Joshua Larson
3.0 out of 5 stars Fun read, but abrupt/unfinished ending
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2014
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I give this kindle-only novel 3 stars. The premise is interesting and it is fast-paced, but far-fetched at a bit formulaic at times. My biggest complaint is that it ends REALLY abruptly, as if the author couldn't come up with an ending -- way too much is left unfinished and it is quite disappointing in that regard. Still, overall, it's compelling enough to pass a few hours of page-turning fun.
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Jeremiah
5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Thriller
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2014
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Disturb

by J.A. Konrath

This is the sixth book I've ready by J.A. Konrath (aka Jack Kilborn), who has written yet another solid novel. This one might even be my favorite by him. True to his other writing, he does two things incredibly well: he tells a great story; and, he peppers it with his brand of humor throughout. He claims that Disturb has less of that Konrathian humor than his other books, and that may be so, but it's still there. And it's good.

I think I once read somewhere that he acknowledges he is more of an entertainer, focused on the story, versus the prose. That's probably true, and that's fine, because it is indeed a great story. That's plenty for most readers.

What really got to me with this book was the main idea--the creation of a pill that replaces the need to sleep. Wow! I thought that was totally cool and we get a solid story placed on that foundation.

If you're already a fan of Konrath's, this is a no-brainer. For those looking for an entertaining thriller...no-brainer. It's a fun and entertaining read.

***** 5 STARS *****
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Tricia Bennett
4.0 out of 5 stars Disturb is very disturbed!
Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2010
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One of the first Konrath/Kilborn books I have read. They are all a bit difficult to read because I think they are all disturbed! But, he still has me hooked and I have read most of his books since getting my Kindle around a month ago and have his next book on pre-order.

There is a huge amount of blood and violence in all his books, but they are also addictive. Once I got started, I can't quit.
I do prefer the Jack Daniels books and love the humor he incorporates.

I have read Origin, Disturb, The List, Truck Stop, Whiskey Sour, Bloody Mary, Shot of Tequila, Trapped, and a few more I can't recall the names of right now, but I recommend them all. I know I will read them all.

Very entertaining, well written page turners.
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Amy is Always Reading
5.0 out of 5 stars Mr. Konrath Does It Again!
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2014
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I don't care what anybody else says, this is a great book! I buy everything Mr. Konrath/Killborn has written because he is one of only a handful of authors that I know will provide me with an extremely satisfying reading experience. This book has interesting and well-developed characters spun within a believeable, exciting, twist-and-turn plot. As a RN, I am very critical about books that have medicine at the core of its plot. I become exasperated when an author doesn't do his/her research in order to get the medications, anatomy, physiology, hospital hierarchy, etc., correct. Mr. Konrath obviously did his research. When you decide to read this book, be sure to set aside a block of several uninterrupted hours because you won't be able to put it down. Happy Reading!
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HeaLea
2.0 out of 5 stars Not great...not terrible
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2012
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I started this book with high hopes that were quickly dashed. The premise was good; people go insane from taking this drug, but the drug is just too tempting to not test. Unfortunately, the premise is the high point of the book and only goes downhill from there.

The writing wasn't bad exactly but it was somewhat sloppy and unpolished; a decent edit would have gone a long way, I think. This is the first book (and last) that I've read from Konrath so I don't know if it was personal style or not. Either way, it wasn't for me.

The gratuitous violence got old really quickly. I don't mind violence but when it's there just to gross people out, I have to roll my eyes. And I rolled my eyes a lot.

There is also a lot of switching from one person's perspective to another. I understand that a bit of this can be helpful, but it was too much in this book. As a reader, you're put into the mind of almost every character in the book, sometimes for the sole purpose of seeing this character get killed off in a few pages. Well, good thing I didn't miss Joe Blow getting his head bashed it.

All that being said, the story certainly wasn't boring and the main character was pretty likable. I can see why some people would like the story even if I didn't.
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Andrea Lisi
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast and cruel
Reviewed in Italy on August 22, 2021
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Amazing and entertaining read. It's the first novel by this author and it made me want to read more from him.
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Wendy
5.0 out of 5 stars Disturb
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Another gripping and exciting book by this author. Based on a new drug, N-Som and if you were to take one you would no longer need to sleep but first the drug must be approved without informing anyone of the horrific side effects.
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joelle
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book !
Reviewed in Canada on August 10, 2015
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Great read ! I love all the books witten by J.A. Konrath. Scary and at the same time, you don't want to stop ! Easy reading and stories out of this world.
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A L H
4.0 out of 5 stars It's crazy, but I like it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2013
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I've never read anything by this author before. This is yet another book I have decided to try whilst it was offered as a freebie. What a crazy book this is! I enjoyed it very much. The story is pretty off the wall, centered around the development of a new drug (N-Som) which when taken means the user no longer needs to sleep. Of course being a thriller there are side effects discovered which are not good, and the drug is also produced in a manner that is definitely not what most people would call ethical. It's not particularly believeable but suspending your disbelief can certainly be a good thing which leads to a fun and suspensful story which is full of ups and downs as the body count piles up!

I did sort of see the twist coming but this did not take away from the story at all and I was only partly right so there were still plenty of surprises!

At the end of the book there was a note from the author giving a little history about his writing career and a bonus short story that was every bit as weird as the main novel.

If you like crime, fast paced thrillers, stories set in the medical world and general weirdness, this book is for you.

Pleased to see he has written many more books I shall give some a try in the future.
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gary toth
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
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