but it's no joke when assassin Ray Slater, who thinks he's just out to retire another bad guy, accidentally collides with Harry Finn's manhunt, burning Harry's cover (and the bar) in the process.
Now, outnumbered and outgunned, Ray and Harry forge an uneasy alliance, leading them from the gritty depths of Ă“cala's slums straight into the heart of an interstellar crime syndicate, where a pair of psionically gifted women carry secrets that will alter their destinies.
As the two operatives become entangled with these formidable women, the line between ally and adversary blurs, and survival becomes their paramount goal.
2024 Valorious Awards Finalist for Best Sci-Fi Novel
The Gemini Hustle is the gripping first installment of The Zodiac Files, a space opera/spy-fi mashup that delivers snarky banter, complex characters, and pulse-pounding action. If you love the action of Mission Impossible and the ragtag crew of Guardians of the Galaxy, you'll love The Gemini Hustle.
Winner 2024 Valorious Awards: 1st Place Best Science Fiction Novel
"Our judges absolutely loved it from beginning to end! Kathleen McClure's The Gemini Hustle seamlessly blends the thrilling spy-fi action with the imaginative vastness of space opera. In this captivating introduction to The Zodiac Files series, McClure excels at creating intricate characters and engaging dialogue, forming a universe where trust is rare and secrets hold immense value. This story truly showcases her dedication to storytelling by delivering a brisk, character focused plot that keeps readers hooked. Well-deserved recognition for such outstanding work from The Valorious Awards!"
Christopher Hopper
Best-selling author and voice actor
Co-founder of the Valorious Awards
Content Warning: This novel contains indications of torture and physical trauma.