In the electrifying sequel to Simon Bywaters' celebrated "Honourable Retribution, Step into the heart-pounding world of "Payback" where Matt McKelland, a seasoned War Veteran, thought he had left behind a life filled with violence and turmoil. But fate has other plans.

When a devastating family tragedy strikes, Matt is drawn back to his roots, back to the place he once called home. In the heart of the city, a sinister web of crime thrives, entangling innocent lives in its malevolent clutches.

County lines gangs spread their toxic influence, ensnaring young minds into a dangerous world of drugs, violence, and despair. When Matt learns that his young nephew is caught up in this treacherous web, he knows he can no longer stand idly by.

Returning to his hometown, Matt is a man on a mission. Armed with battle-honed skills and unwavering determination, he sets out to combat a society seemingly spiralling out of control.

The shadows of his past become his allies as he navigates the dark underbelly of the city, seeking justice for those affected by the ruthless grip of the county lines gang culture. But as he delves deeper, Matt realises that the battle he now faces is unlike any he encountered on the battlefield.

It is a battle against a faceless enemy, one that preys on vulnerability and innocence. But Matt is not one to back down from a fight.

His relentless pursuit of truth and justice sets him on a path filled with danger, putting himself at odds with both the law and the criminals he seeks to dismantle. Follow Matt's gripping journey as he confronts his own demons while taking on the darkest corners of society.

Will he be able to save his nephew and countless others ensnared in the clutches of the county lines? Can he reconcile the violence of his past with the violence necessary to bring about change?This heart-pounding thriller weaves together the complexities of family, redemption, and the harsh realities of a society on the brink. Will Matt's actions spark transformative change or lead to his own undoing? Find out in this captivating tale of one man's quest to combat evil, protect the innocent, and face the demons of his own past.

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