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John McKay
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Award winning author and freelance researcher. Ex-RAF and UK Fire Service. Latest book, The Absolution of Otto Finkel out now. Book reviewers and bloggers please DM http://johnrmckay.com
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Just found this review for my latest Manner of Men novel (In For The Kill). Wasn't aware of it until today!
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You can now get all books in the Manner of Men series, in an omnibus, for only £4.99.
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In For The Kill by John McKay - Reader's House
EDITOR'S CHOICE A masterfully crafted wartime thriller, blending riveting action, authentic historical detail, and unforgettable characters. John McKay delivers perfection. “In For The Kill,” the thir...
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January 19, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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All three Manner of Men books for only £4.99. FREE on #KindleUnlimited
Published by Sharpe Books
Endorsed by Saul David and Damien Lewis
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January 18, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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'a tale about human capabilities and vulnerabilities, about paths chosen and stories left untold... an entirely captivating read' (LovereadingUK)
New edition only £2.99 for #Kindle FREE on #KindleUnlimited

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January 18, 2026 at 5:24 PM
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#freebooks

FREE on #Kindle for next few days. Two clicks and it's yours.

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January 18, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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Out now for only £2.99 on #Kindle, FREE on #KindleUnlimited. For info on all my books - www.johnrmckay.com

'A must read for all fans of #HistoricalFiction'

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January 17, 2026 at 9:43 AM
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Little reminder that my #WW1 epic is still available for FREE on #Kindle. No Kindle, no problem - it can also be downloaded in pdf from my website (www.johnrmckay.com)

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January 17, 2026 at 9:40 AM
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FREE Book offer . FREE on #Kindle for next few days. Link below

'A sweeping tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the unforgiving backdrop of a world at war.'

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January 16, 2026 at 10:19 AM
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#newbookalert #NewBook

Free via #KindleUnlimited
'An entirely captivating read'
'Masterfully written.'
'Thoroughly enthralling... impossible to put down.'

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January 16, 2026 at 9:14 AM
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Looking to move across to here, from the cesspit that is X over the next few weeks.
Please check out my website for details of all my books, many of which have been endorsed by leading authors/historians.
New book out today, link below:
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website: www.johnrmckay.com
January 15, 2026 at 3:25 PM
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Manner of Men omnibus - just £4.99 for all 3 books on #Kindle. Bargain!
Published by Sharpe Books

'Relentless, authentic, and brutally immersive'

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January 15, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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Sign up to my newsletter to enter draw for signed paperback copy of my new book, Target Arnhem (currently on special offer at only 99p/99c for #Kindle).

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January 29, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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My new book, Target Arnhem, up to number 2 in Military History category on #Kindle. Still available for only 99p, along with the first in the series, Operation Codicil. So get both for only £1.98
Cheers
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The Manner of Men
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January 23, 2025 at 3:37 PM
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13k words done on book 3 of Manner of Men series. Set in Holland in '44, after the battle of Arnhem, Sergeant Harris et al return to destroy a secret Nazi V2 rocket base
First 2 in series avail from #Amazon in p/back & #Kindle
#WW2 #histfic #BYNR #ebooks #mustread

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January 11, 2025 at 10:31 AM
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Great review for the first of my #WW2 series of novels published by Sharpe Books. Available for #Kindle and in paperback from #Amazon. Free with #KindleUnlimited. Book 2, Target Arnhem, also avail
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December 6, 2024 at 1:47 PM
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My article about the V2 rocket for Aspects of History magazine. The V2 forms part of the plot for my latest novel, Target Arnhem. Cheers
#WW2 #History
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The V2 - Weapon of Vengeance - Aspects of History
The V2 - Weapon of Vengeance by John McKay The V2 rocket caused major destruction, killing civilians and striking fear into the population.
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December 3, 2024 at 8:34 PM
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Great review for my new #WW2 novel, Target Arnhem. Available in paperback and for #Kindle. Link below:
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Book two of the Manner of Men series but can be read as a standalone.
#books #HistoricalFiction #Bynr
December 1, 2024 at 9:58 AM
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My recent interview with fellow author Alan Bardos for the brilliant Aspects of History magazine, where I talk about my new book, Target Arnhem, published by Sharpe Books.

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Target Arnhem: John McKay Interviewed by Alan Bardos - Aspects of History
Target Arnhem: John McKay Interviewed by Alan Bardos. interviews John McKay about the WWII tale Target Arnhem and the blending of historical
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November 24, 2024 at 1:26 PM
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Last few days. Pick up both Manner of Men novels for only 99p/99c each for #Kindle
Published by Sharpe Books
Follow Sgt Harris and his elite paratroopers on two vital #WW2 missions...
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November 22, 2024 at 12:13 PM
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Both 'Manner of Men' books only 99p each for a short time on #Kindle. Published by SharpeBooks.
'Wall to wall action and characters to die for..." (author Damien Lewis)

Just 2 clicks for 2 books for £2.00.

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The Manner of Men
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November 17, 2024 at 11:11 AM
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As soon as I get near the amount of followers on Bluesky as I have on Twitter (or whatever it’s called these days) I’ll be ditching that place once and for all!
November 16, 2024 at 8:50 PM
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For a limited time only - my new #WW2 novel only 99p on #Kindle. First in the series also 99p. That's both books for less than £2.
"Wall to wall action and characters to die for... "
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The Manner of Men
Visit Amazon's The Manner of Men page and shop for all The Manner of Men books. Check out pictures, author information and reviews of The Manner of Men
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November 16, 2024 at 8:13 AM
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My new novel out now for #Kindle and in paperback. (can be read as standalone).
Follow Sgt Harris and his men as they drop behind enemy lines on a rescue mission.
'A cracking story...' Saul David
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November 14, 2024 at 8:18 AM
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Award-winning novel 'Hell and High Water' now avail for only 99p on #Kindle
To win a signed copy (UK only), just follow me, like and repost
"Thoroughly researched and brilliantly presented" - author Damien Lewis

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Hell and High Water eBook : McKay, John: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
Hell and High Water eBook : McKay, John: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
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September 1, 2024 at 6:56 AM
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The story of one of the most important Allied seaborne operations of #WW2 My account of Arctic Convoy PQ18 published by Pen & Sword books. Avail in hardback and for #kindle
"Riveting and compelling" (Damien Lewis)
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Arctic Convoy PQ18: 25 Days That Changed the Course of the War: Amazon.co.uk: McKay, John R: 9781399036603: Books
Buy Arctic Convoy PQ18: 25 Days That Changed the Course of the War by McKay, John R (ISBN: 9781399036603) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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August 15, 2024 at 4:08 PM