Books with author Gary Taaffe

FOUR SMALL STONES (Book 1 in the Urban Hunters series)Billy’s gotta find some girls. The problem is he’s an Aborigine from the Australian bush and all he’s got to wear is a loincloth. Not a good look in the city. And what’s worse, he’s never even seen a girl before. Could life get anymore difficult? Why yes it could. Billy could fall in love …But first he has to survive two devious older brothers and a couple of initiations to prove his manhood. Great.“AWESOME!!!” Andrew, UK“I was cracking up laughing. It’s really good.” Kris, Australia“So fun guys I highly recommend it.” Nancy, USAURBAN HUNTERS is laugh–out–loud, gut–churning, heart–wrenching storytelling at its best. Unlike anything you’ve ever read, in typical Taaffe fashion. Hilarious as usual. Always surprising. Wonderful!

*** Written for Young Adults, LOVED by Adults. ***Praise for the Urban Hunters series“Mad writing skills you've got.” Jessica B, Books A True Story, USA“The funniest books I have ever read in my entire life.” Andrew, UK“I would read ANYTHING this man wrote.” NEW YORK BOOK REVIEW, W.D LaRueOther 5 out of 5 star reviews for the Urban Hunters series ...“Nothing like it has been written before. This is clearly a literary breakthrough.” SINGAPORE REVIEW OF BOOKS, Jarrel Benedict Cacdac“Just keeps getting better and better.” W.D LaRue“I can't get enough of these characters and their adventures.” Jessica B, Books A True Story, USAOverview of the Urban Hunters series ...Billy’s gotta find some girls. The problem is he’s an Aborigine from the Australian bush and all he’s got to wear is a loincloth. Not a good look in the city. And what’s worse, he’s never even seen a girl before. Could life get anymore difficult? Why yes it could. Billy could fall in love ...Amber's idyllic life is turned on its head, landing her in a rat-infested alley wearing nothing more than a bloodied pair of pink pyjamas. And an Aboriginal boy who thinks eating the fat rats is a good solution.Billy and Amber begin a journey that will leave you breathless as life slams them headlong through shocking twists and horrifying turns. Only to leave you smiling for joy at the loveable characters peppering their crazy days. More praise ...“Taaffe's series is a wonderful action series for boys and girls who don't mind a little grit in their stories.” Tammy and Alex Dewhurst, Canada“I have just finished reading the first three in this series and they were the funniest books I have ever read in my entire life! By the time I had finished Four Small Stones I had tears rolling down my cheeks I was laughing so hard. I couldn't wait to read Tribal Scarring and Walkabout and they were both just as good if not better. Can't wait for number 4.” Wendy and Andres, UK“These characters are so likeable and the message is so humane and positive. I am so tired of literature full of anger, angst and cruelty. I find this entire series uplifting. You won't find vampires, werewolves, magic etc. Just plain old folk relating to each other and their environment and doing the best they can with what they have. What can I say? I love this series and look forward to it's continuation. Read these books. Enjoy!!” New York Book Review, W. D LaRueURBAN HUNTERS is laugh-out-loud, gut-churning, heart-wrenching storytelling at its best. Unlike anything you’ve ever read, in typical Taaffe fashion. Hilarious as usual. Always surprising. Wonderful!Best selling Young Adult eBooksBest selling Teen eBooksBest selling Middle Grade eBooksBest selling Children’s eBooksTeen and Young Adult Action Adventure SeriesTeen and Young Adult Humorous eBooksSurvival is climbing up the charts - fingers crossed :)Scroll up and grab a copy today.

WALKABOUT (Book 3 in the Urban Hunters series)Billy arrives in the city to mixed reactions: he has to fight off a mongrel old man, he makes a gruesome discovery in a barrel at the tip and wolf–whistles leave leave him confused over the appeal of his bare bum.That’s all easy, until he meets Amber down a rat–infested alley.“It was such a fun and entertaining adventure story. Great gross–out scenes that I loved from the first book. I loved the Aussie lingo. The humor had me laughing out loud in places.” Jessica B, USA“This writer has done something rare — he’s come up with something so original that I can’t even compare it to other books. It stands alone. And his humour is really sensational.” Jack, Australia“Can’t wait for the next in the series as I couldn’t put it down. They really are good value.” Ann, UK

TRIBAL SCARRING (Book 2 in the Urban Hunters series)The clan face a dilemma — Billy doesn’t want to go on his Walkabout yet and besides, he hasn’t even been initiated into a man. Can hardly blame him, they want to use the slice of a knife where no boy wants a knife to go. The spirit of his mother forces the issue with a violent attack by a giant Red kangaroo. She’s good like that — helpful. The old Magic Man wants to seal Billy’s horrific injuries under the coals of a fire, exactly as he would initiate an Aboriginal Warrior. He’s helpful too. Billy must decide whether to endure the pain of initiation or remain a boy.“Though Tribal Scarring was more serious, it was really great. One of the best YA books I have read! Kudos! I recommend everyone to read it.” JB Cacdac“Great coming of age story. Isn’t Pindaari a loveable character.” Anne, Australia“I can’t wait to see what Billy’s next adventure is!” Jessica B, USA

BULLIES (Book 5 in the Urban Hunters series)Turns out that shoving a fishing spear into a mongrel old man’s leg has its consequences. His son wants revenge, forcing Amber to come to Billy’s rescue. A brutal battle ensues leaving Amber with blood on her hands now too. Billy tidies up the mess with a lesson in respect that will leave you gobsmacked.“Mad writing skills you’ve got.” Jessica B, USA“So many good characters in this book. You just have to wonder what Billy will get up to next.” Ann, UK“Another brilliant adventure from Billy. The fight is fantastic. Loved it. Making his first phone call — hilarious! Great storytelling.” Jack, Australia

THE ORPHANAGE (Book 6 in the Urban Hunters series)Billy and Amber go up against the dreaded dog catcher with a hot pursuit leading them into a creepy, rundown old orphanage where they find themselves under attack by a savage pack. Lives will be lost in this heart pounding edge of your seat episode.“Way beyond wonderful. A spine–tingling experience of anticipation. Fear and terror a plenty. I think it is the best so far.” Anne, Australia“Plenty of laughs, as usual, love it. Great dialogue. The Bullie’s antics are hilarious.” Jack, Australia“Great ending.” Hermione, Australia

BOWELS OF HELL (Book 7 in the Urban Hunters series)Entombed and doomed to digestion down the bowels of hell itself, Billy and Amber must escape or die.The orphans, abandoned again, must set aside their differences and put into practice what Billy has taught them. Or starve.And is the honeymoon over already? Can the Bullies save their relationship with Mel?“WOW! Hauntingly hypnotic. Good enough to set to music. A wickedly graphic conclusion. Loved it.” Anne, Australia“It’s really clever. Very exciting. I love the way you’ve ended it.” Jack, Australia“One minute his chilling descriptions are giving me the shivers and the next, I’m laughing out loud!” Ethan, USA

WANTED! New Dad (Book 9 in the Urban Hunters series)Every orphan needs a dad, so why not use Billy’s? He’s in the bush somewhere, so Billy leads his new friends into the never–never to find him: nine young shoeless orphans, ten if you include Amber, plus four dogs and a baby kangaroo.What could possibly go wrong? How about a kidnapping? A spear–pointed stand–off with the police? Or what about a run–in with a dangerous gang?You might need oxygen for this one because it’s going to leave you breathless.“Oh–my–word, Gary. This is ABSOLUTELY brilliant.” Dorothy, Africa“This is a HILARIOUS scene!!! Never in my reading years.” Heather, Australia“Mayhem and well deserved revenge. Loved it.” Anne, Australia

BUDGIE SMUGGLERS (Book 4 in the Urban Hunters series)Billy’s found a girl but what to do with her? A dinner date! Great idea, nothing like a freshly roasted rat over the coals on a starry night. Very romantic. Norm the council worker doesn’t think so though, he wants them out of his park! Until he sees what’s for breakfast. Yummo! And those loveable puppies: Larry, Curly and Moe, make a meal of a dying man, much to Amber’s relief. Life in the city, much more exciting than the bush.“This book was just as laugh out loud funny as the first three books in the series. Billy slowly learning about girls and falling in love for the first time in his innocent way was just plain adorable. I can’t get enough of these characters and their adventures. It was AWESOME.” Jessica B, USA“There are some hilarious scenes and some really entertaining dialogue that move this story along at a great pace. The character of Billy is so endearing he stays with you long after the story is over. Looking forward to the next book in the series.” Jack, Australia

FINAL STRAW (Book 8 in the Urban Hunters series)Final Straw takes a step back in time to reveal what led to Amber seeking shelter in a cardboard box down a rat–infested alley wearing nothing more than a bloodied pair of pink pyjamas.Her idyllic life is turned on its head in a horrible twist of fate. She comes face to face with a cruel murderer in the bush forcing her to decide — kill him now or later? And should she fight for a life of her own or remain a victim at the hands of her mother.“I would read ANYTHING this man wrote.” NEW YORK BOOK REVIEW, W.D LaRue“Masterpiece. A must read.” Ann Cook, UK“Real and frightening. Great build-up.” Marie, UK“Gripping!” Ethan, USA“Surprising climax. Great ending!” Anne, Australia

Did you know New York Book Review’s, WD La Rue, recommends the Urban Hunters series, The #2 Kindle Bestseller in Teen and Young Adult Action Adventure Series?***Warning*** Before you purchase this book please be aware that the Urban Hunters Collection could make your head fall off. Heads have been seen rolling down suburban streets without their bodies. Please do NOT purchase this book if you do not want people to see you chasing your own head. It will be embarrassing. However, if you don’t mind being completely grossed out one minute and laughing your head off the next, please read on ...˃˃˃ Praise for the Urban Hunters Collection“I would read ANYTHING this man wrote.” That’s what Mr La Rue said. Plus he didn’t just read Four Small Stones, he had a little nap and then read all the way through to book 8, Final Straw! Pretty impressive.˃˃˃ Other 5 out of 5 star reviews for the Urban Hunters series ...“Mad writing skills you’ve got. Billy is a juxtaposition of seasoned warrior and innocent child that makes him incredibly easy to like.” Jessica B, Publisher, BooksATrueStory“From the first page to last, you'll be hooked. This story is probably one of the best new young adult books out there. It's a great start to a great series!” JB Cacdac, Singapore Review of Books˃˃˃ Overview of the Urban Hunters Collection Books 1 to 3Billy’s gotta find some girls. The problem is he’s an Aborigine from the Australian bush and all he’s got to wear is a loincloth. Not a good look in the city. And what’s worse, he’s never even seen a girl before. Could life get anymore difficult? Why yes it could. Billy could fall in love ...But first he has to survive two devious older brothers and a couple of initiations to prove his manhood. Great. Billy arrives in the city to mixed reactions: he has to fight off a mongrel old man, he makes a gruesome discovery in a barrel at the tip and wolf-whistles leave leave him confused over the appeal of his bare bum. That’s all easy, until he meets Amber down a rat-infested alley. ˃˃˃ More praise ...“Taaffe's series is a wonderful action series for boys and girls who don't mind a little grit in their stories.” Tammy and Alex Dewhurst, Canada“I have just finished reading the first three in this series and they were the funniest books I have ever read in my entire life! By the time I had finished Four Small Stones I had tears rolling down my cheeks I was laughing so hard. I couldn't wait to read Tribal Scarring and Walkabout and they were both just as good if not better. Can't wait for number 4.” Wendy and Andres, UK“While written for a younger age bracket, adult humour has been included. However it has been written in such a way that what seems like a funny incident to a younger audience, holds an underlying meaning for the adults. I highly recommend this series to everybody who is interested in reading a beautifully written story.” Pinky Pollock, Australian Book ReviewURBAN HUNTERS is laugh-out-loud, gut-churning, heart-wrenching storytelling at its best. Unlike anything you’ve ever read, in typical Taaffe fashion. Hilarious as usual. Always surprising. Wonderful!#2 Teen and Young Adult Action Adventure Series#3 Teen and Young Adult Humorous eBooksBest selling Children’s eBooksBest selling Middle Grade eBooksBest selling Teen eBooksBest selling Young Adult eBooksSurvival is climbing up the charts- fingers crossed :)Scroll up and grab a copy today.

Billy's found a girl but what to do with her? A dinner date! Great idea, nothing like a freshly roasted rat over the coals on a starry night. Very romantic. Norm the council worker doesn't think so though, he wants them out of his park! Until he sees what's for breakfast. Yummo! And those loveable puppies: Larry, Curly and Moe, make a meal of a dying man, much to Amber's relief. Life in the city, much more exciting than the bush."This book was just as laugh out loud funny as the first three books in the series. Billy slowly learning about girls and falling in love for the first time in his innocent way was just plain adorable. I can't get enough of these characters and their adventures. It was AWESOME." Jessica B, USA"There are some hilarious scenes and some really entertaining dialogue that move this story along at a great pace. The character of Billy is so endearing he stays with you long after the story is over. Looking forward to the next book in the series." Jack, Australia