When the Kingdom Comes

A retired spy. A town under siege. One last battle for justice.

John Beckett thought he’d left danger behind when he retired to the tranquil Portuguese town of São Lourenço. But his dream of peace shatters when he discovers the town is under the ruthless control of the Silva family, a criminal empire tightening its grip with fear and violence.

A chance encounter drags Beckett into their sights, forcing him to choose between staying in the shadows or fighting for a town desperate for liberation. As he delves into the Silvas’ sinister world, he uncovers a deadly alliance with a powerful Mexican cartel.

With the stakes higher than ever, Beckett must summon his skills one last time to dismantle their empire. But can he take down their corrupt regime before he becomes their next victim?

When The Kingdom Comes is a gripping standalone thriller in the John Beckett series, packed with explosive action, unexpected twists, and unforgettable characters. Perfect for fans of espionage and pulse-pounding suspense.

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Praise for the John Beckett Series



★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Excellent, well-written thriller that will keep you turning the pages.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This is a fast-paced story that is well characterized.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This story grabs you from the start and makes it almost impossible to put down.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The story kept picking up momentum throughout.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Real good and entertaining read. Non stop action. Looking forward to the next in the series.

Matthew Hattersley grew up in Yorkshire, UK, where he mastered the arts of loud music, dramatic exits, and impossible plot twists. Over the past two decades, he’s toured Europe in a band, trained as a professional actor, and founded a theatre and media company -- all ideal prep for crafting thrilling page-turners.
Now, he writes adrenaline-fuelled thrillers and crime novels. His bestselling Acid Vanilla series follows a wily yet flawed assassin teetering on the brink of an existential crisis who, between high-stakes escapades and calculated revenge, realises that redemption is also a killer’s pursuit.
Matthew lives in Derbyshire with his wife and daughter, who keep him on his toes -- and grounded in reality.