Political

David Ignatius is known for his uncanny ability, in novel after novel, to predict the next great national security headline. In Phantom Orbit, he presents a story both searing and topical, with stakes as far-reaching as outer space. It follows Ivan Volkov, a Russian student in Beijing, who discovers an unsolved puzzle in the writings of the seventeenth-century astronomer Johannes Kepler. He takes the puzzle to a senior scientist in the Chinese space program and declares his intention to solve it. Volkov returns to Moscow and continues his secret work.

This explosive sixth installment in the Nick Lynch series thrusts readers into the heart of a nation divided. As a formidable coalition of right-wing militias united under the banner of The Committee launches a ferocious bid to rewrite America's future, Nick finds himself at the epicenter of the conflict. Reuniting with key allies, including the determined and resourceful Jenny McFadden, they face an unprecedented challenge of stopping a civil war ignited by decades of strife and differing ideologies. From the first page, Jenny and Nick step into roles destined to shape the course of ...

When her husband is kidnapped from the US Embassy in Brazil, Native American beauty Miakoda Nez flees her home as her husband made her promise to do if anything happened to him at work. She stops at a rest area and is threatened by a gang of thugs, but Greyson, an FBI agent disguised as a homeless veteran is there to help. They escape the gang only to find themselves the target of the US government agencies that Greyson works for.

In the wake of Governor Derek Fisher's bold proposal to secede from the Union, Texas finds itself in the throes of a political maelstrom. As Fisher strives to carve an independent future, Senators Dodson and Newell pursue their own agendas. Amidst the intensifying power struggles and covert dealings, five ordinary citizens - Burl the farmer, Ava the schoolteacher, Alex the businessman, Gavin the lineman, and Lisa the single mom - are unexpectedly thrust into a vortex of life-altering challenges. They must navigate the ever-changing political landscape that threatens to upend their lives.

In the thrilling conclusion of the sexy Code Name Stargate series, ex-CIA agent Dylan “Hawk” Steele returns to Washington D.C. after years on the run. While trying to defeat the enemies that have wreaked havoc on his life, he has a fated encounter with ex-girlfriend Zara Richardson. She’s the only woman he’s ever loved, and she may be the only one who can help expose the evil conspiracy steeped in revenge and megalomania that reaches into the upper echelons of power. Teamed up with four other precognitive ex-Stargate agents—all gifted with the same foresight as he, and having ...

When investigative journalism student, Abigail Houston, begin her crusade against student indoctrination of the New World Order imposed by her liberal university that would deny their freedoms, she did not know it would also lead her to uncover a far more dangerous plot. A Plot that would debase humanity, suppress truth, destroy the potential cosmic destiny of all mankind, and open the jaws of hell to destroy her for revealing it in her Blogs.

A massive security breach in China. CIA operations compromised in Turkey. Undercover ops breaking down the world over. A techno-terrorist group dubbed “Archon” has unleashed a terrifying new technology that can break any encryption. Humanity’s secrets are about to be laid bare, and global order tilts toward chaos. Up against a doomsday clock, CIA officer Colt McShane hatches a desperate plan: infiltrate Archon, capture one of the terrorist group’s leaders, and force them to divulge the kill switch.

Following up is a leader's responsibility. There is never enough time, never enough man hours, and certainly never enough patience to get everything finished. When Johnny was assigned to administration, rather than command of an engine company, he resented the chief's decision. Johnny paid his dues, he waited until he was ready, and he should be on a truck, not carrying the maintenance chief's water.

A dead politician and a long list of suspects makes for an extremely difficult case for Detective Inspector Claire Redding on her return to work after a long period of recovery but, as usual, this tough little detective is determined to find the killer and won’t stop until she does. However, things are not going well at home and even Claire needs the help of a friend to dampen her inner turmoil but will she heed the advice offered or will Claire go with her instincts, for better or for worse?

David’s father died unexpectedly, leaving behind a 1950’s-era Oldsmobile. A car collector in Florida will pay extra if he drives it down from Colorado. David and his friends Michael, Edgar and Sam decide to make the road trip together. Their route takes them through the town of Barlow, Alabama. An ominous sign on the outskirts of town warns that Barlow is a Sundown town—a town where lynching is still practiced after sun down—and that minorities are not welcome. The four of them attempt to flee when they are confronted by the town’s vicious Sheriff. They are thrust into fight for ...

From the outside, America looks safe and secure. But those on the inside know the truth. Friends can be enemies… and enemies friends. Uncovering threats is only half the battle. Knowing who to trust is the rest. On a mission far from home, “Axe” and the team face an enemy they never dreamed of. While at the Central Analysis Group headquarters, physical scars heal more easily than damage to the soul.

Devastation hit the Cason family when a bomb exploded at their wedding ceremony killing thirteen people and almost taking the life of Myles Cason’s wife, Willow. Now the president of the United States wants him to run a task force. And his wife has an opportunity to fulfill her dream of becoming a judge. Fractured is the second book in the Living on the Edge series that sees a family come together after a devastating act of terrorism almost destroys loved ones and weave their way through difficult choices as a family.

Assassins are coming after the McKittricks and their closest friends. Why? It’s up to Reb and Taylor to figure it out before the lives of those who are close to them are taken. Targeted, the fifth book in the American Heroes series, follows the McKittricks into countries in the Pacific Rim as they try to find ways to help the United States prosper as well as protect their loved ones from those who want to destroy the nation.

"A shockingly plausible political thriller that transcends the usual worst-case-scenario about American border security." — BestThrillers.com "Bill King has successfully captured the spirit of Yellowstone and transported it to South Texas. Highly recommended." — BestThrillers.com "King writes taut, tense action scenes [that] will keep readers on edge throughout ... presents a portrait of a modern-day West that will appeal to fans of Yellowstone." — Kirkus Reviews This modern-day parable begins when the badly-splintered Commissioners Court of a remote Texas border county shockingly ...

He may have prevented the world from falling into ruin, but Alex knows his work is not done yet. There’s still a controlling intelligence out there, pulling together the strands of a new and even more destructive conspiracy. Battling with personal tragedy on one hand, and the intrusion of new-found celebrity on the other, Alex must re-emerge from self-imposed exile to reunite with Mariam–the woman he loves–and Amaury–his truest friend–to face the fight of their lives.