Spike, 35 Kills and Smiling


Fiction - Crime
396 Pages
Reviewed on 01/18/2024
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Reviewed by Angelique Papayannopoulos for Readers' Favorite

Spike, 35 Kills and Smiling is a crime novel written by Mike Slavin. This is the story of Harry “Spike” Hunter, who is actually a serial killer. He is charming, handsome, and always smiling—a true stunner. After killing drug cartel members and accidentally stealing their Bitcoins, Spike escapes through a tunnel in New Mexico state and is on the run from the cartel. Throughout the story, Spike is introduced to new people and becomes entangled in a web of special ops forces, dirty cops, and a potential lover. In his quest for a new life, he kills many more criminals and murderers, and while the temptation to kill quenches his thirst, he also saves innocent victims, making him feel good about himself. In his pursuit, each character has his own agenda for the stolen money.

Mike Slavin’s Spike, 35 Kills and Smiling is a fast-paced thriller and an action-filled ride spanning several US states and countries. From chapter one, you become hooked on Spike’s expedition; while the circle seems to be closing in on him, he surprises you by being one step ahead, always ahead of his pursuers. There is no denying that you will like Spike. You get to know all the characters he encounters, their personal stories, and how they fit together in the plot. The writing is easy, well-expressed, and straightforward. The scenes and actions are descriptive and graphic at times. If you are an avid reader of crime thrillers, Mike Slavin’s novel is a suspenseful ride with a good twist and will have you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.