Codename Wolfe

The Omega

By: J. R. Tootill

Narrated by: Maxine Mitchell, Sebastian York, Joe Arden

Length: 9 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

Agent Bradly "Wolfe" Tucker has one case he cannot solve: six murdered women and a cold trail leading nowhere. When bodies with an eerily similar MO show up in Philadelphia, he volunteers to assist with the case. He figures he will spend a few days in Philly, hand the case off, and head back to his life in Seattle. But everything changes when he stops at a local bar, looks across the room, and sees her.

Agent Leda Bailey has had a bad week. She has three dead women and no trail to follow. The clues don't add up, and nothing makes sense. So, she heads to her favorite bar to forget about the case for a few hours. When he offers to buy her a drink, she thinks this just might be the distraction she needs. The encounter turns into a weekend. Leda thinks this might be something so much more, but can she really let down her guard enough to let him in? He wasn't supposed to fall for her. He wasn't supposed to stay. But he loses himself every time he looks into her dark eyes.

He was Wolfe to his former SEAL team, Agent Tucker to FBI colleagues, and Tuc to close friends. But he wants to be someone else for her. Will she let him into her carefully guarded world? Or will she run when she realizes how damaged he really is? Friends tease him about his protector complex. They might be right. Because he would do anything to keep Leda safe. Even give her his heart.

Leda Bailey accepted long ago that no one will see beyond her disability. When she meets Tuc, Leda realizes she wants more than just a one-night stand. But how does she let him behind the walls that keep her safe? Will she lose herself if she lets him in? Or is opening her heart to Tuc the key to finally being truly safe?

The Omega Series is intended for mature audiences over the age of 18. Parental guidance and caution are suggested due to possible triggering situations, including but not limited to strong language, alcohol consumption, violence, sexual situations, and depictions of trauma.

©2022 J. R. Tootill (P)2024 J. R. Tootill, Blue Nose Audio

amazing story

The story was great and the narrators brought it to life! Hearing the story from different perspectives made it unique and fun! Will definitely be listening to again!!

WOW! Loved this!

Codename: Wolfe is book #1 in The Omega series and I couldn't get enough of this one. Tuck is a former SEAL (codename Wolfe) now working for the FBI. The serial killer case that he was unable to solve haunts him, until a call from Philadelphia with similar victims gives him the chance to hand it off and leave it in the past. Leda is the lead agent in Philly and isn't looking forward to any "outside" help on the case.

We get a little background on Tuck's military buddies and what haunts them. We get Leda's traumatic past and the team that supports her. We also get the POV of the serial killer with his sordid past. The intrigue, suspense, and steamy times made this a binge listen for me!

The narration is pure gold. Sebastian York is Tuck, with his gruff exterior, but big ol' heart. Queen Maxine Mitchell is Leda, the tough talking agent with self-esteem issues. Joe Arden cameos as Ben, the serial killer, and gives the totally-creeped-me-out performance we expect. 5/5 stars for this trio!

Amazing performance

Nice fast storyline with a good buildup of the characters. I enjoyed the action with a hint of spice for the performances. I think they all did amazing and really made the story come together. I especially liked having a different voice for Ben and how it added to the listening experience.

Love true crime and romance in one

JR Tootill wrote an amazing crime romance book with all the suspense, mystery, and romance in one. Maxine Mitchell and Sebastian York were phenomenal as Leda and Tuc. Joe Arden was the perfect villain and was eerily creepy in all the good ways.

Great, Suspenseful Audiobook

Codename Wolfe by J.R. Tootill is a fun mix of suspense, romance, and action that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The story follows Tuc and Leda, two FBI agents who team up to solve a string of murders.

One of the standout aspects of this audiobook is Queen Maxine Mitchell’s performance. She really brings the characters to life, nailing the humor, tension, and emotions. She does an especially great job with Leda, capturing her strength and toughness perfectly.

The chemistry between Tuc and Leda is off the charts, with their snappy, witty banter being a major highlight. They’re a perfect match in stubbornness and wit, and their relationship develops naturally. There’s a little bit of spice, but the main focus is on the suspense and mystery, which keeps you on the edge of your seat.

Tootill’s writing, paired with the killer narration, creates an immersive experience. The pacing is spot-on, with just the right amount of tension and twists to keep things interesting. The action scenes are thrilling, and the emotional moments are handled with care, striking a nice balance.

Joe Arden’s character might make you feel a little uneasy, but that just shows how good he is at voice acting. He really nails it, making the character feel super real.

All in all, Codename Wolfe is definitely worth a listen—if only to hear Queen Maxine Mitchell banter with Sebastian York and experience a creepy Joe Arden in the mix.

A GREAT CAST IN A VERY EXCITING FBI CHASE

A tense, sometimes chilling, FBI thriller with an insane serial killer to stop before he strikes again. The Philly Agents are struggling and desperate.. desperate enough to bring in help from the Seattle Team as the killer’s women victims were painted and dressed and poised there too. Leda is a very strong, emotionally and physically damaged (bionic hand) heroine who gets terrible PTSD and Tuc is a hero who is just that.. a hero with a big heart. And their random attractive stranger quickie in a Bar unexpectedly has them connecting in more than one way.. then the penny drops.. then accusations rise.. then walls come up.. then bargains begin.. then chemistry combusts. It’s kinda insta, but there’s friction and fire and a whole heap of hurdles with it as these two navigate the clues, the crime scenes, the secondary teammates and each other. But they’re being watched by a killer.. a killer with a sick plan for just one of them. The story was addictive, the romance wasn’t always on stable ground but it was obvious how much they loved and cared for each other. Tuc and Leda had depth and there was good character growth between them. The cameo parts from Ben, the sinister killer, was played well by Joe and the duet-style narration by Sebastian and Maxine was top tier perfection and fit the characters which gave it such a natural realistic flow.

Worth a credit? Yes, I really got caught up in all the drama, action, romance, heat, danger and emotional highs and lows until it finally ended at way past 2 a.m.. 🥱😵‍💫

So Freakin’ Good

I was captivated from page 1 with this phenomenal read. I mean who does that in the prologue? This author is gold!

These characters just grabbed me. Leda was such a baddie. Tuc was the toughest, but marshmallow for his girl. The dynamic between these 2 was fire! I mean from the moment they met, instant chemistry.

The mystery kept me guessing. I thought some “good” guys might be bad and was surprised that one of the “bad” guys was suppose to be good. It kept me guessing. This was a truly suspenseful read from front to back.

Now let’s talk narrators…. This was the TRIFECTA of narrating gold. Every audio listener knows the QUEEN is queen with good reason, and Maxine Mitchell never disappoints. Sebyo can growl in my ear any time of day or night. Psycho Joe Arden always makes me wait for the next show to drop. The controlled way he does unhinged is truly unmatched.

Hooked from the start!

Codename Wolfe is the first book in the Omega series by J.R. Tootill. This contemporary romantic suspense had me hooked from the start. It ticked off all my "good crime thriller" boxes and added a heavy dose of romance to the mix. I love an unhinged serial killer story, and this one hit just right. Let’s not forget the spice, which was indeed spicing! J.R. goes straight on my “must read everything they write” list.

The audiobook is wonderfully narrated in duet by Maxine Mitchell and Sebastian York. Joe Arden has a delightfully unhinged cameo performance. You definitely can’t go wrong with any of these narrators. The emotions were felt deeply, no denying that. A top-tier audiobook.

Terrific Story! Amazing Narration & Series Start!

This is my first book written by J.R. Tottill and I enjoyed her writing style, the originality of the story she created, all its layers, as well as the complexity of the characters. The story not only grabbed my attention and captivated it the entire time, but it tugged at my heartstrings too. This story brings together two FBI agents working on the same serial killer case, Agent Bradley “Wolfe” Tucker, aka Tuc, who works in the Seattle office and Agent Leda Bailey, who works in Philadelphia. Tucker was the original agent on the case, and it has been frustrating for him because the killer has evaded him in every step, but now that the killer has moved on to Philly he is hoping to pass the case over to the lead agent in that office. Tucker, a former SEAL, attended a funeral for one of his team members on his way to Philly and he did not take his death well, because he felt like he did not do enough for him and the first thing he did in Philly as go to the bar to drown his sorrows. Leda has her own history with serial killers and this recent case is bringing up ghosts from her past and triggering her PTSD. She goes out to drown her own sorrows and to find someone to spend time with, and that someone turns out to be Tuc. There was an instant connection and the chemistry between them was smoking hot, since neither shared details about themselves neither knew they would be coworkers until after. It was great to watch these two get to know each other, battle their inner demons, all while navigating a work relationship and trying to solve the case. When the killer makes a move and brings danger right to their door, the team works diligently, trying to track him down and save one of their own. There is never a dull moment in the book, the story is cleverly plotted with the perfect balance of drama, angst, mystery, thrilling and suspenseful moments, heartfelt emotions and steamy romance. The world building and character growth and development are fantastic and I loved the developments at the end, which leads to a new and exciting beginning for the characters and series. J.R. Tootill, thank you for this great story and emotional rollercoaster ride.

🎧📚🎧 J.R. Tootill chose the perfect cast, Maxine Mitchell, Sebastian York, and a cameo appearance by Joe Arden, to bring her characters and story to life. I loved how they took each role and made it their own, sounding believable and just as I imagined the characters to sound. York absolutely nails it as Tucker, grasping every aspect of his personality, from his despair and inner turmoil to his caring and protective side. Mitchell is just as amazing in her role as Leda, showcasing her personality perfectly, from when she battles her inner demons and PTSD, to her fierceness and determination. Arden nails it in his role as Ben, the deranged serial killer, jumping from a nice, soft-spoken guy to a madman in the blink of an eye. They were fabulous performing the voices of all the secondary characters, too. You could hear how much heart they put into their performance as they captured all the characters’ emotions and had you feeling them all. These entertaining storytellers are a pleasure to listen to and their performance elevates the story to another level. Thank you for another amazing listen.

Gripping from beginning to end

This book was so good, I was engaged and on the edge of my seat through the whole thing. There were no 'filler chapters', at no point was I bored and waiting for more action. It was a ride from start to finish.

Audkobook is duet narration and the narrators were absolute perfection in these roles. All 3 of them brought these characters to life and made me fall in love with them.

If you're not sure, based on the blurb, that this book is for you I'd say just read or listen to the prologue. That prologue grabs you by the damn throat and drags you in, and the story just never lets you go.

Cannot recommend it enough and I'm so excited to continue this series.