Power Down

Dewey Andreas, Book 1

By: Ben Coes

Narrated by: Peter Hermann

Length: 16 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

Introducing a major new thriller writer—in the vein of Vince Flynn and Brad Thor—and an electrifying character, Dewey Andreas.

A major North American hydroelectric dam is blown up and the largest off-shore oil field in this hemisphere is destroyed in a brutal, coordinated terrorist attack. But there was one factor that the terrorists didn't take into account when they struck the Capitana platform off the coast of Colombia—slaughtering much of the crew and blowing up the platform—and that was the Capitana crew chief Dewey Andreas. Dewey, former Army Ranger and Delta, survives the attack, rescuing as many of his men as possible. But the battle has just begun.

While the intelligence and law enforcement agencies scramble to untangle these events and find the people responsible, the mysterious figure of Alexander Fortuna—an agent embedded into the highest levels of American society and business—sets into play the second stage of these long-planned attacks. The only fly in the ointment is Dewey Andreas—who is using all his long-dormant skills to fight his way off the platform, then out of Colombia and back to the U.S., following the trail of terrorists and operatives sent to stop him. Power Down is a gripping, compelling debut thriller from Ben Coes, a powerful new author, an amazing talent certain to join the ranks of the genre's finest writers.

©2010 Ben Coes (P)2010 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

“Power Down is terrific! With a gripping story, compelling characters, a relentless pace and nerve-wracking suspense, Power Down is one of the must-read thrillers of the year. Don't miss this debut of novelist Ben Coes and the introduction of Dewey Andreas--you'll devour this one and wait anxiously for their return.” —Vince Flynn, New York Times bestselling author of Pursuit of Honor

“A ripping thriller from an exciting new novelist. Power Down kept me glued, turning the pages. Lots of action, a terrific hero, and a slimy villain--thrillers don't get any better.” —Stephen Coonts, New York Times bestselling author of The Disciple

Great story

Ben has some serious writing skill. Equal footing w/Lee Child’s Jack Reacher series. Fast paced throughout.

Best book

This is one of the best books I have ever listened to. I would recommend it to anyone !

Action packed with no silly sex scenes

Good listen! Mostly believable and entertaining. I agree with the rest that gave it 4 stars.

excellent read held my interest the whole time

this is a great book that held my interest the entire time making it difficult to put it down. if you like action stories I highly recommend it.

Unending Adrenaline

Wow this was one of the most amazing novels I've read in a loooong
time! I'd not heard of this author before and was truly amazed at the breadth and depth of his knowledge of geopolitics, science, current controversies, etc etc etc! Cant wait to read his next offerings and catch up with Dewey Andreas and his pecadilllos! My brain's already in a blender!

A Good Book

Any additional comments?

An action book that is a little improbable but it is well done & holds one's attention.

What a Psychological Ride!

Power Down was the best political thriller I have read recently. Intense energy follows every thread from the Capitana platform outside of Columbia to the city of Long Beach into the White House and beyond. The physical and intellectual strength and stalwart dedication of Dewey Andreas makes one thankful that such a warrior is watching America's back. The book was thoroughly researched. Each detail thrusts the reader into the action. Psychological warfare against an intractable enemy is a major theme and a potent inducement to keep reading. I can't wait to read Coup D'Etat. (I'm not sure what the politician's interview of the author at the end of the book is supposed to do. I recommend skipping it.)

Great book except for...

Great book and great story. The only thing I didn’t like about the book was the author kept using “clip“ instead of “mag“ or “magazine“ when talktalking about reloading weapons. They’re not clips they are magazine or mags.

hard to stop listening

Listened to it nearly non stop. Missing some realism... but overall great listen. Some military incorrectness in regards to weapon systems.

"Page Turner"

It was a non stop, suspense filled, thrill ride. The attention to detail and performance of the narrator really made this book. I highly recommend this read.