Andy McNab's writing is deeply informed by his extensive experience as a member of the elite SAS, participating in covert and overt operations globally. His work is renowned for its gripping authenticity, offering readers a raw and intense look into the world of special forces. McNab's thrillers expertly weave together his specialized knowledge of counter-terrorism and intelligence operations, creating narratives that are both action-packed and suspenseful. Through his literary output, he provides a unique perspective on the mindset and tactics of elite soldiers, a viewpoint rarely found elsewhere.
Two tours of Iraq under his belt, Sergeant Dave Henley has seen something of how modern battles are fought. But nothing can prepare him for the posting to Forward Operating Base Senzhiri, Helmand Province, Afghanistan. This is a warzone like even he's never seen before.
"Bodyguarding a TV crew on the streets of war-torn Basra, ex-deniable operator Nick Stone seems certain to die when insurgent gunmen attack. Only the reporter's swift action saves his life. When the reporter vanishes within hours, presumed kidnapped, Stone is asked by the Intelligence Service to find him. The trail leads from Iraq to London, Dublin, and ultimately Kabul--the dark and brutal city where governments, terrorism and big business collide. Caught in the crossfire, Stone's nightmare is only just beginning--for the hunter has suddenly become the hunted ..."--Page 4 of cover
The pulsating new Nick Stone thriller from the bestselling author of Bravo Two Zero. A terrorist group is on the brink of obtaining a code that will jam every item of military hardware from Washington to Kabul. Jets and helicopters will fall from the sky. Communications and weapons systems will fail. The West will be brought to its knees. Only one man can find and stop the perpetrator -- but for the first time in his life Nick Stone doesn't want to play ball.
If Nick Stone wasn't so desperate for his American citizenship, he probably wouldn't have agreed to do this one last job with the CIA. But Carrie is over there and he simply can't refuse the chance of a new life with the woman he loves. The job seems simple enough - and he is certainly skilled enough. Infiltrate the hostile, violent republic of Algeria, kill a money-laundering businessman, and bring back his severed head. Stone knows there are some questions you don't ask, but as events spin out of control he realizes there is vital information he hasn't been told. Lurking beneath the glamorous exterior of the south of France is a dirty drugs war - and Stone is thrown into the middle of it. And there he is faced with his toughest dilemma yet ...