Max ThorntonAs the author of the Max Thornton books, I thoroughly enjoyed writing Hardly a Challenge, which led to the Spider books, along with the stand-alone The Silent Slaughters, Red Dust and Barbed Wire, yet to be published. Each have real life lessons sloted in as part of their stories, reminding the reader that life can bare its teeth without notice. For those who have bought and read my books, thank you. Books are the avenue to developing the mind and helping you to understand the world around you. Reading a book gives you extra knowledge, and lessons in life. And may a long reading life be given to you all.Note: The author has chosen Max Thornton as his pen name for his journey through life and when writing exciting fiction novels. It bears no resemblance to any other person who may have the same name.With the exception of those who have given permission to use their names, the names of people and places have been purposely changed or deleted. Read More Read Less