FIRST CONTRACT: A decade ago, JJ Stoner was a soldier. He killed people for a living and made no bones about it. On a scorching day in the Iraqi desert, when British blood stained the sand, he over-stepped the mark. Men died in compromising circumstances; too many men for an easy explanation. Faced with a dishonourable discharge and accusations of murder, Stoner accepted an offer from a stranger who represented an intelligence agency. Suddenly, Stoner found himself half a world away and about to execute his first private contract… FIRST CONTRACT, a short story, introduces the central character from the JJ Stoner / Killing Sisters series. The first full-length book in that series, ‘A Last Act of Charity’, is published in September 2014. As well as a complete, stand-alone story, First Contract includes an excerpt from ‘A Last Act of Charity’ and a sneak preview of the second book in the series, ‘The Corruption of Chastity.’ Writing about ‘A Last Act of Charity’, R J Ellory, award-winning author of ‘A Quiet Belief In Angels’, said: 'Guns, girls, guitars and scenes of gruesome violence, all shot through with a wit sharp enough to draw blood. With terse and brilliant prose, Westworth delivers a plot that drags you along relentlessly. ‘Loved it, unconditionally.' About the author: Frank Westworth shares several characteristics with JJ Stoner: they both play mean blues guitar and ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Unlike Stoner, Frank hasn't deliberately killed anyone. Instead, he edits a classic motorcycle magazine and has written extensively for the UK motoring press.

TWO WRONGS starts with great sex: ends in sudden death. US Navy SEAL Stretch McCann believes he’s met the girl of his dreams. Trouble is, she’s married to someone else; another military man not inclined to suffer rivals lightly. When she’s involved in a crippling car crash, Stretch loses much more than just a lover. He and she have been mightily wronged. Enter an altogether unusual Englishman, JJ Stoner, covert investigator and occasional assassin. Stoner offers Stretch an opportunity for action. Can Stretch set things straight, no matter what the cost? And why, exactly, have the FBI taken a sudden interest in Stoner? \————— TWO WRONGS, a short story, features characters from the JJ Stoner / Killing Sisters series. The first full-length book in that series, ‘A Last Act of Charity’, is available in paperback and ebook formats. As well as a complete, stand-alone story, TWO WRONGS includes an excerpt from ‘A Last Act of Charity’ and a sneak preview of the second book in the series, ‘The Corruption of Chastity.’ Please note that TWO WRONGS is intended for an adult audience and contains explicit scenes of a sexual and/or violent nature. \—————- Feedback from reviewers for the first JJ Stoner story, FIRST CONTRACT: ‘It launches you straight into the mayhem and, like its protagonist, JJ Stoner, takes no prisoners.’ ‘Author Westworth is the new Elmore Leonard…’ ‘There is hardly time to draw breath in this fast-moving adventure introducing a frighteningly capable executioner.’ ‘A punchy and compelling tale of an ice-cold assassin, more nuanced than your average hired killer. The writing is sparse and crisp, the dialogue frequently laced with sardonic British edge.’ ‘Clever dialogue and plenty of descriptive narrative providing context for the violence, depth to the characters and shape to the story.’ ‘Our first meeting with JJ Stoner does nothing for the man’s chances of being nominated for any awards for unbridled compassion or for turning the other cheek.’ ‘Westworth's fiction does not judge JJ Stoner. It simply, fluidly, outlines him, states what he does, in stark, vivid language that draws you inexorably deeper.’ ‘A brilliant read, along the lines of Jack Reacher. I look forward to the full novel.’ ‘The dialogue is snappy, the characters are sharply developed, and the plot moves effortlessly forward.’ ‘Intelligently written, with excellent characterisation, sharp wit and punchy back-n-forth dialogue.’ ‘The author makes no apologies for Stoner's pragmatic attitude towards the elimination of his targets, and the result is a solid, well thought through action thriller, intelligently handled.’ ‘Sophisticated story-telling, written in a mature style, and targeted at a mature audience.’ ‘The novelette has a terse, spare style and winds the reader in – definitely a page-turner. Move over Ian Fleming, JJ Stoner could replace James Bond…’ \————— About the author: Frank Westworth shares several characteristics with JJ Stoner: they both play mean blues guitar and ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Unlike Stoner, Frank hasn't deliberately killed anyone. Instead, he edits a classic motorcycle magazine and has written extensively for the UK motoring press.

A target is being stalked through rain-soaked city streets. Someone is seeking JJ Stoner, independent operative, covert investigator and occasional contract killer. Caution is advised: with Stoner you often get more than you bargain for and this is Ireland, not so very long after the Good Friday agreement. The cease-fires are holding firm, so far, but someone wants to put a cat among the peace process pigeons… THIRD PERSON, a short story, features characters from the JJ Stoner / Killing Sisters series. The first full-length book in that series, 'A Last Act of Charity', is available in paperback and ebook formats. As well as a complete, stand-alone story, THIRD PERSON includes an excerpt from 'A Last Act of Charity’ and behind-the-scenes bonus material, 'It Begins In The Middle.’ Please note that THIRD PERSON is intended for an adult audience and contains explicit scenes of a sexual and/or violent nature.

An action-packed short story featuring covert operative JJ Stoner, who uses sharp blades and blunt instruments to discreetly solve problems for the UK government. In FOUR CORNERED, a static stake-out rapidly escalates into live fire, but Stoner is distracted by two killer women. Suddenly, what should have been a ‘routine conversation’ with a disenchanted weapons inspector veers into violence…FOUR CORNERED is a quick thriller, an hour’s intrigue and entertainment.FOUR CORNERED features characters from the JJ Stoner / Killing Sisters series. You don’t need to have read any of the other stories in the you can start right here if you like.The full-length novels, A Last Act Of Charity and The Corruption Of Chastity, are available in paperback and ebook. As well as a complete, stand-alone short story, FOUR CORNERED includes an excerpt from The Corruption Of Chastity.Please note that FOUR CORNERED is intended for an adult audience and contains explicit scenes of a sexual and/or violent nature. —————- Feedback from reviewers for the Killing Sisters / Stoner ‘Gritty story-telling at its best, with graphic (but well-written) sex and a plot that fires from the hip.’ ‘It launches you straight into the mayhem and, like its protagonist, JJ Stoner, takes no prisoners.’ ‘A fast-paced, high-powered thriller… Terse and stiletto streamlined and sharp as the blade of a knife.’‘Sharp. Staccato. Smart. Lovers of long, luxurious, lyrical prose should read this to see how the other half writes.’ ‘The tightly-written prose has more than a touch of the Elmore Leonard about it – sparse, sharp and often witty as well.’‘There is hardly time to draw breath in this fast-moving adventure introducing a frighteningly capable executioner.’ ‘Serial killings and strange sisters, hard as nails hit men and shady superiors, sleazy blues and sometimes seedy sex.’‘A punchy and compelling tale of an ice-cold assassin, more nuanced than your average hired killer. The writing is sparse and crisp, the dialogue frequently laced with sardonic British edge.’ ‘Clever dialogue and plenty of descriptive narrative providing context for the violence, depth to the characters and shape to the story.’ ‘Our first meeting with JJ Stoner does nothing for the man’s chances of being nominated for any awards for unbridled compassion or for turning the other cheek.’ ‘Westworth's fiction does not judge JJ Stoner. It simply, fluidly, outlines him, states what he does, in stark, vivid language that draws you inexorably deeper.’ ‘The writing is clever and inventive, paying few dues to existing genres or styles... There is a hint of Derek Raymond in the more visceral physical descriptions and the sense that we are looking at a dark and dystopian oil painting.’‘A brilliant read, along the lines of Jack Reacher.’ ‘The dialogue is snappy, the characters are sharply developed, and the plot moves effortlessly forward.’ ‘Intelligently written, with excellent characterisation, sharp wit and punchy back-n-forth dialogue.’ ‘The author makes no apologies for Stoner's pragmatic attitude towards the elimination of his targets, and the result is a solid, well thought through action thriller, intelligently handled.