Max Luther Books In Order

Publication Order of Alex Drayce Books

Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas

Max Luther
Max Luther, as the son of a bookshop owner, grew up immersed in literature, reading the likes of the Biggles books and Roald Dahl, before he found crime fiction in adulthood.

Max is a lover of fast paced stories, either on the page or on the screen, so he decided he would try his hand at writing one of his own. “Nowhere to Hide” is the first, and was released in 2023.

“Nowhere to Hide” is the first novel in the “Alex Drayce” series and was released in 2023. Sarah Bennett is forced to go on the run after the witness protection program fails catastrophically. She narrowly escapes with her life while she gets hunted across London by the organized crime group that she is imminently supposed to testify against.

Alex Drayce (a private bodyguard), with the National Crime Agency now compromised, gets hired to find Sarah and protect her.

However with Britain’s most powerful criminals on their trail, he will have to use every single weapon in his arsenal in order to keep them both alive. Because there is one thing that is certain: Sarah knows something that these people really want to keep hidden, and they will go to any lengths to keep their secret.

Max is an author to watch out for in the future. He delivers a compelling crime thriller novel with a convincing and gritty edge. There is razor sharp dialogue, great characters in a novel that is tough to put down. This is suspenseful, relentless, and authentic, this is a fantastic debut novel, which combines emotional depth with high-octane action.

Right from the opening scene until the final pitch-perfect climax, this novel grips you by the throat and never lets go. It’s a book you race through, loving every moment of. With such an accomplished writing style, expertly written characters, and sheer quality of the story it was often necessary to go back and check it’s even a debut. It is told with authenticity yet unflinching drama throughout.

“On The Run” is the second novel in the “Alex Drayce” series and was released in 2024. Framed for murder. Out for revenge.

Alex Drayce is on assignment in the States, tasked with protecting this wealthy businessman who is under the threat of being assassinated.

He is presented with the chance of making some fast cash for one week’s worth of work, aiding one Carlos Garcia in locating his daughter, who disappeared in Las Vegas. It seems like such a simple task.

While events quickly spiral out of control, Alex has to go on the run, being hunted down by the combined might of the Las Vegas police department, fronted by Detective Naomi Ocean, and this ruthless gang that is out for blood.

However his pursuers should really be war, Alex is not a man that should be taken lightly.

This is a scintillating crime thriller with a gritty edge, and is perfect for fans of M. W. Craven and Simon Kernick.

Max delivers a roller coaster ride of danger, intrigue, and unexpected alliances, making this novel a must read for anybody looking for an enthralling escape into the realm of suspense fiction. This is a gripping thriller novel which catapults readers into Alex Drayce’s adrenaline fueled world. The story plays out with a seemingly straightforward assignment in Vegas, yet rapidly escalates into a high-stakes game of survival. Max skillfully weaves this narrative filled with unexpected twists, keeping you on the edge of your seat.

Alex Drayce, a formidable protagonist, is a dynamic character and adds such depth to the plot. The cat-and-mouse chase between Alex and his relentless and ruthless pursuers, led by Naomi Ocean creates this suspenseful atmosphere which never lets up until you hit the last page. Max’s writing is sharp, delivering an engaging and fast paced narrative sure to satisfy fans of action packed thrillers. The way Max portrays Vegas as a backdrop adds an atmospheric and vibrant backdrop to his story, and creates this sense of urgency and unpredictability.

“Worth Killing For” is the third novel in the “Alex Drayce” series and was released in 2024. The end justifies the means.

Alex Drayce (a private bodyguard) meets with SIO in charge of Lily his wife’s reopened murder investigation. With all of the forensic evidence connecting her death to the murder of another serving police officer, it should really be an open-and-shut case.

Drayce, once the DNA record comes up blank, goes on a hunt across the city, this one-man army without any rules. He talks to witnesses in a way that the cops can’t, and unearths clues which lead him to this conspiracy between an international organized crime group and the Metropolitan Police.

Risking it all in order to learn the truth, he refuses to rest until those that are responsible get punished, fulfilling a promise that he made to his wife a number of years ago.

A hundred mile an hour and blistering urban crime thriller of a man’s relentless pursuit of vengeance.

This novel switches things up from the first 2 novels in the series, as instead of being on another private bodyguard job, Alex is hunting down his wife’s killer. But buckle up because this is still another high octane ride that keeps you perched on the edge of your seat the whole time.

Max knows how to tell a story and keep his audience fully riveted throughout. His writing is immersive, painting vivid scenes which draw his readers into the dark underbelly of the novel’s excellent plot. Alex’s character development this time around is excellent, as his motivations are relatable and compelling. His moral compass is different from what the cops can do, while he navigates a world full of betrayal, deception, and deadly choices. The pacing is sharp, with turns and twists which constantly challenge your expectations.

There is graphic violence, action, and you root for Alex the entire way through while speeding through the entire thing. There still manages to be quite a bit of emotion in the novel, seeing as how he’s on a personal mission to get revenge.