Masters of War

A Maxx King Thriller (The Maxx King Thrillers, Book 2)

De: John H Thomas

Narrado por: Scott Fleming

Maxx King storms back in Masters of War, the pulse-pounding sequel to his explosive debut, now a riveting audiobook.

Six months after surviving deadly assassination attempts and failing to stop the World Trade Center tragedy on September 11, 2001, the former Army Ranger turned cybercrime investigator is a hunted man, broken and scarred. Yet as China and the US stand on the brink of catastrophic war, Maxx is thrust into a desperate mission: unite with a bitter rival and stop a vengeful ex-DARPA scientist to halt the chaos that could shatter the world—and beyond.

But if they think the turmoil in Afghanistan and the sinister plans of the Chinese are enough to stop him, they don’t know Maxx. Maxx must outsmart and outfight his enemies—or lose everything. Will he succeed—or die trying? Hit play and find out.

©2024 John H. Thomas (P)2025 John H. Thomas

Exciting

Well this really got my going in so many ways. I enjoy listening to books like this while work it helps me pass the time and not think about my life. The narrator had a great voice and all the different character voices were pretty cool not sure if they were all his. The story was jammed packed and very exciting to the point i listen to this whole book in a day. Looking forward to more books from this author.

wars

Great story about war with alien. I don't run into many of these type of books but this was a really good listen. It has an Independence Days element to it and was a lot of fun to listen to.

A suspenseful emotional ride

This is thrilling ride of a story. We follow Maxx, a cybercrime investigator who is being hunted yet has to help stop a political and global crisis. I like the mix of geopolitics, suspense, and science in the story. Plenty of suspense and action to keep you guessing. Looking forward to checking out his other books in the series.

Thrilling

Master of War by John H. Thomas is a fantastic spy thriller. Scott Fleming did a fantastic job with the narration. Master of War is the second book in The Maxx King Thriller series. The story is entertaining, interesting, thrilling, action packed, engaging, enjoyable, exciting, suspenseful, military drama, keeps you on the edge of your seat, and so much more. After surviving assassination attempts Maxx King is on a new mission that could make or break the peace between U.S.A and Chinese. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. Highly recommend.

Gripping, high-stakes thriller

Great audiobook! I was hooked from the very start. Maxx King’s return is intense, filled with danger, betrayal, and nonstop action. The narration brings the tension and emotion to life, making it impossible to pause. Highly recommend for anyone who likes fast-paced thrillers.

Maxx King Returns

Masters of War by John H. Thomas is the second instalment in the Maxx King series, picking up around six months after Thunderbird Rising and hurtling forward with even more high-octane action, shady double-crosses, and looming extraterrestrial threats. If the first book cracked open the door to the conspiracy, this one kicks it right off the hinges.

Maxx, still recovering from the events culminating in the September 11th World Trade Center disaster, is a hunted man. After being unwillingly drawn back into the conspiracies around the alien devices that could either save humanity or doom it to extinction, he's in no mood for subtlety. Threats to his friends and loved ones will do that.

Meanwhile, the aliens aren't too happy with humanity and have issued a quiet but terrifying ultimatum: get your act together, or we’ll "reset" the planet. Reset, in this case, sounding a lot like extinction.

Global tensions are flaring, and China and the US are playing dangerous games with the alien devices. The war in Afghanistan rages on, and Maxx is sent into the thick of it, teaming up with the FBI to stop a rogue ex-DARPA scientist trying to make things worse. Along the way, we get Taliban collusion, questionable loyalties, and more twists than you can shake a Black Ops dossier at.

Doctor Smith and Li Jing are back and as slippery as ever, seemingly working with the Taliban to advance their own ends. Every alliance in Masters of War feels like a powder keg waiting for a spark. Nobody is safe, and those with hands in the conspiracy are buried deep in power.

Like the first book, the pacing rarely lets up. From IEDs on the streets of Kabul to clandestine meetings in enemy territory, it's a ride that doesn’t stop moving. The sci-fi elements remain present but stay on the fringes enough not to overwhelm the techno-thriller roots. Sure, there's the contact with aliens but it's more a looming, influencing thing but never overwhelming the thriller backbone.

Narration by Scott Fleming once again suits the material. His gravelly delivery brings the grizzled Maxx to life, and the overall production is clean and easy to listen to. No hiccups on that front. Like the first book, he's a great fit for the series.

I’m keen to see where the third and final entry of the trilogy goes. The stakes are clearly escalating, and if this one's any indication, we’re heading for a finale that’s going to pull no punches. Who will come out on top? Will the world have a new super power at play or be wiped out completely?

A thriller with real emotional weight

As someone who loves thriller sooo much. this audiobook delivered hard! The field ops. cyber espionage, and sci-fi mystery kept me second guessing (esp the global tension). What really pulled me in was how persona; it felt! Maxx isn't just fighting enemies, he's fighting ghosts from his past. It's the kind of story that hits with action but sticks 'coz of its heart..

Loved the First Book. The Second is Even Better!

Masters of War audiobook is an electrifying experience that grabs you instantly and doesn’t let go. The narrator brilliantly embodies Maxx King, a sharp, confident, yet deeply human hero whose high-stakes mission to avert global war crackles with intensity. The fast-paced story—set against a tense post-9/11 backdrop—blends heart-pounding action with raw emotional depth, making every twist and turn hit hard. The vivid narration brings the geopolitical chaos and Maxx’s personal struggles to life, keeping you on edge as the stakes skyrocket. Perfect for fans of military and technological thrillers, this audiobook’s relentless pacing, intellectual heft, and soulful core make it a must-listen. I’m already counting down to book three!

Super fun!

Absolutely gripping. This sequel cranks the tension even higher, with Maxx King battling enemies across continents and conspiracies that feel way too real. The blend of military tech, political intrigue, and deep-state secrets kept me hooked. If you love high-stakes thrillers and hidden agendas—this one delivers. Flawless execution.

Great Story!

This is a phenomenal audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat in suspense the whole time! The narrator also did a great job telling the story!