Former Army Ranger Tucker Wayne and his war dog Kane are thrust into a global conspiracy that threatens to shake the foundations of American democracy in this second exciting Sigma Force spinoff adventure from New York Times bestselling authors James Rollins and Grant Blackwood.
Tucker Wayne’s past and his present collide when a former army colleague comes to him for help. She's on the run from brutal assassins hunting her and her son. To keep them safe, Tucker must discover who killed a brilliant young idealist—a crime that leads back to the most powerful figures in the U.S. government.
From the haunted ruins of a plantation in the deep South to the beachheads of a savage civil war in Trinidad, Tucker and Kane must discover the truth behind a mystery that leads back to World War II, to a true event that is even now changing the world . . . and will redefine what it means to be human.
With no one to trust, they will be forced to break the law, expose national secrets, and risk everything to stop a madman determined to control the future of modern warfare for his own diabolical ends. But can Tucker and Kane withstand a force so indomitable that it threatens our very future?
**From the Author
About James Rollins
JAMES ROLLINS is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of international thrillers that have been translated into more than forty languages. Known for unveiling unseen worlds, scientific breakthroughs, and historical secrets, Rollins' knack for breakneck pacing and stunning originality has been hailed by critics and embraced by scores of millions of readers around the world.
The Critics Rave
The New York Times says that his "roguish charm comes from his efforts to persuade readers the story is credible [through] real-life sources for his novel's science, history and geography." Rollins' rare blend of action, suspense, and knowledge was also mentioned by the Huffington Post, which stated that "After Crichton passed away in 2008 he clearly passed the baton to James Rollins, who like Crichton, is a renaissance man."
NPR calls his work "adventurous and enormously engrossing..." and the New York Journal of Books had this to say: "If you're a fan of smart, entertaining adventure fiction, this is your summer beach read writ large....All the science, all the history, and all the locations are masterfully intertwined. The characters are multi-dimensional. And the story is, well, a corker."
The Story Teller's Story
As a boy immersed in the scientific adventures of Doc Savage, the wonders of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, and pulps such as The Shadow, The Spider, and The Avenger, James Rollins decided he wanted to be a writer. He honed his storytelling skills early, spinning elaborate tales that were often at the heart of pranks played on his brothers and sisters.
Before he would set heroes and villains on harrowing adventures, Rollins embarked on a career in veterinary medicine, graduating from the University of Missouri and establishing a successful veterinary practice. This hands-on knowledge of medicine and science helps shape the research and scientific speculation that set James Rollins books apart.
Explosive Page-Turning Adventures
The exotic locales of James Rollins novels have emerged as a hybrid between imagination, research, and his extensive travels throughout the United States and Europe, as well as New Zealand, the South Pacific, China, Southeast Asia, Africa, Australia, and South America. Recent jaunts include book tours and stops across the country and several European nations to give talks, seminars, and media interviews.In recent years, much of James' travel has involved meeting readers in small and large groups, at writing and fan conferences, and even aboard seagoing "seminars." James' mentoring and coaching skills have made him a sought after writing instructor and guest speaker for workshops, symposia, conventions, and other forums throughout the country.
James Rollins is the author of nine thrillers in the bestselling Sigma Force series (Sandstorm, Map of Bones, Black Order, The Judas Strain, The Last Oracle, The Doomsday Key, The Devil Colony, Bloodline, and The Eye of God); six individual adventure thrillers; and the Jake Ransom middle grade series (Jake Ransom and the Skull King's Shadow, Jake Ransom and the Howling Sphinx.)
From the Back Cover
Sigma favorites Tucker Wayne and his military dog, Kane, are back in action in this latest masterpiece of suspense and adventure from New York Times bestselling authors James Rollins and Grant Blackwood. And this time, the mystery hits close to home . . .
War Hawk
Tucker Wayne’s past and his present collide when former army colleague Jane Sabatello comes to him for help. She’s on the run from brutal assassins hunting her and her son. To keep them safe, Tucker must determine who killed a mutual friend, a brilliant young idealist—a crime that Tucker discovers leads back to the most powerful figures in the U.S. government.
From the haunted swamplands of the deep South to the beachheads of a savage civil war in Trinidad, Tucker and his beloved war dog, Kane, must work together to uncover the truth behind a mystery that traces back to World War II, involving the genius of a young code-breaker named Alan Turing. The threat of this enigmatic and dangerous secret has repercussions that could change our world forever . . . and redefine what it means to be human.
With no one to trust, Tucker and his exceptional loyal companion Kane will be forced to break the law, expose national secrets, and risk their own lives to stop a madman determined to control the future of modern warfare for his own diabolical ends. But can Tucker and Kane withstand a force so indomitable that it jeopardizes our very future?
Praise for The Kill Switch
“Combine Rin Tin Tin and James Bond, and you get Kane, a vastly appealing, smart, brave dog outfitted with the latest high-tech gadgetry for saving the world from some pretty horrible stuff. His pairing with handler Tucker Wayne—a former Army Ranger with similar qualities—makes for a riveting, smart page-turner.”—Maria Goodavage, New York Times bestselling author of Soldier Dogs
“Exceptional. . . . Rollins and Blackwood succeed brilliantly.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“The taut and complex story sprints across the globe from Russia to Istanbul to southern Africa to the United States, and offers a diverse cast of well-developed characters and a tightly woven plot that intrigues, excites, and doesn’t let go.”—Library Journal (starred review)
“A fast and furious thrill ride that satisfies from the first page until the last. Brilliant in all respects.”—Providence Sunday Journal
“Rollins knows how to deliver a terrific page-turner, and teaming up with Blackwood, coauthor of novels with Clive Cussler and Tom Clancy, proves to be a success. The mix of Blackwood’s military knowledge and Rollins’s background as a veterinarian makes the narrative seem authentic. While Tucker Wayne is a terrific character, the star of the novel is Kane, a Belgian Malinois and one of the best dogs in thriller literature. The Kill Switch is the start of a new series, and the next book cannot come soon enough.”—The Huffington Post
“A fantastic adventure story with nonstop action [that] shows the close bond between dog and partner, and the readers will fall in love with this canine and his handler.”—Crimespree magazine Views: 18
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The series begins as Beth’s marriage to her high school sweetheart ends. When they said ‘until death do us part’, she didn’t know that in her case it was the slow death of her sex life that’d part them—well, that’s if it was every really alive to start with. Their marriage was convenient and rose tinted. It was easy and lazy. But that chapter of her life is over and it’s time for the next chapter to begin. Now she’s on a road with no name and feeling pretty lost. She’s no idea how to find her feet on this new journey but that’s what best friends are for. Willow makes Beth see that she needs to loosen up and stop trying to micromanage her life. She needs to let go by ditching the compass and tearing up the map. During a night of girly giggles, fuelled by vodka, Willow announces an idea to write a bucket list of things Beth should do before she starts taking life too seriously again. So when opportunities arise, instead of overthinking and sitting on the fence, Beth agrees to a new ‘Fk It’ mantra. It’s not her bucket list—it’s her ‘Fk It List’. Featuring an array of sexual adventure from tepid to scorching hot. After crossing paths with Jaxson Carter, her life will never be the same again. He’s complicated, dark, mysterious and the complete opposite to anything that she’s used to. Maybe that’s exactly what she needs in her life. He’s handsome, successful, a beast with a gladiatorial presence and absolute sex on legs. Their connection is cripplingly powerful, maybe too powerful because Beth feels utterly incapable around him. Her sexual inexperience tears chunks out of her self-confidence. Beth has suffered sexual deprivation for far too long. It’s time to let her inner Miss Alter Ego out to play! Instead of planning for the future she’ll start living for the moment. Join Beth on the first steps of her journey as she puts herself out of her comfort-zone and finds her way to being single, enjoying life like she never has before. Get ready for pampering, parties, sex and lots of fun and giggles along the way. This road of discovery and exploration will take Beth through the entire series as she tackles her filthy ‘F**k It List’. The List Series; Lost Angel (#1), Dirty Angel (#2), Fallen Angel (#3) and Always Angel (#4). All books are intended to be read in sequence. These are not stand alone.** Views: 18
To twelve-year-old Molly Nathans, perfect is:
—The number four
—The tip of a newly sharpened No. 2 pencil
—A crisp white pad of paper
—Her neatly aligned glass animal figurines
What’s not perfect is Molly’s mother leaving the family to take a faraway job with the promise to return in one year. Molly knows that promises are sometimes broken, so she hatches a plan to bring her mother home: Win the Lakeville Middle School Poetry Slam Contest. The winner is honored at a fancy banquet with white tablecloths. Molly is sure her mother would never miss that. Right…?
But as time passes, writing and reciting slam poetry become harder. Actually, everything becomes harder as new habits appear, and counting, cleaning, and organizing are not enough to keep Molly's world from spinning out of control. In this fresh-voiced debut novel, one girl learns there is no such thing as perfect. Views: 18
Nothing can make her stay—not even Jason Allie Brody decided long ago to leave the Lightning Creek Ranch in the past. She's lost too much there to want to call it home again. And coming back to help while her sister's away won't change her mind, either. Even if Jason Hudson makes her temporary visit more...palatable. As long as she sticks to short-term with the former pro-football player, what's the harm in their attraction? It turns out everything is wrong with it. Helping each other only fogs Allie's plans for a no-strings fling. Sure, Jason signed up to help Allie rebuild her broken ranch—but he's determined to repair her heart, too. That's not on her agenda. Views: 18
Hillary Rodham Clinton’s inside account of the crises, choices, and challenges she faced during her four years as America’s 67th Secretary of State, and how those experiences drive her view of the future.“All of us face hard choices in our lives,” Hillary Rodham Clinton writes at the start of this personal chronicle of years at the center of world events. “Life is about making such choices. Our choices and how we handle them shape the people we become.”In the aftermath of her 2008 presidential run, she expected to return to representing New York in the United States Senate. To her surprise, her former rival for the Democratic Party nomination, newly elected President Barack Obama, asked her to serve in his administration as Secretary of State. This memoir is the story of the four extraordinary and historic years that followed, and the hard choices that she and her colleagues confronted.Secretary Clinton and President Obama had to... Views: 18
Nobody f*cks harder than a girl that hates you. And this girl hates me. Hard. She’s going to be fun.
Sara
I hate guys like him.
So why am I always so attracted to his frustratingly arrogant and cocky type?
Well, his muscular, inked up arms aren’t helping at all.
I should stay away from him.
I should leave.
He’s more dangerous than just a killer smile.
But it’s not like he’d ever untie me and let me walk out the door…
Colton
When I want something I take it. Even if it is the bosses’ daughter.
And when you’re a hitman the boss is usually not someone to take lightly.
See if I care. That pussy is worth dying for and it’s definitely worth killing for.
And there’s a long line of people to kill for it.
But now that my baby is in her belly not her father, the Russian mob, the police or the world class assassin on our heels is going to take her from me.
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She forgot something on the way to the courthouse …
Sophia Abella has a good life, even if she is a little stuck. Not
quite single, not quite married, she keeps men at a safe distance. But
when her ex-Marine husband returns to town and takes the job of chief of
police, it might finally be time to get that paper work done once and
for all. After all, most of her family already thinks she’s divorced.
They’re not actually, in the fullest sense of the word … divorced.
Years ago, Riley Jacobs chose the Marine Corp over his wife and has
regretted his decision every day since. But once a Marine always a
Marine, and he’ll use every tactical advantage he has to get Sophia to
realize that she’s the only one for him.
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A year in the life of one New England family as they work to preserve an ancient, lucrative, and threatened agricultural art—the sweetest harvest, maple syrup...How has one of America's oldest agricultural crafts evolved from a quaint enterprise with "sugar parties" and the delicacy "sugar on snow" to a modern industry?At a sugarhouse owned by maple syrup entrepreneur Bruce Bascom, 80,000 gallons of sap are processed daily during winter's end. In The Sugar Season, Douglas Whynott follows Bascom through one tumultuous season, taking us deep into the sugarbush, where sunlight and sap are intimately related and the sound of the taps gives the woods a rhythm and a ring. Along the way, he reveals the inner workings of the multimillion-dollar maple sugar industry. Make no mistake, it's big business—complete with a Maple Hall of Fame, a black market, a major syrup heist monitored by Homeland Security, a Canadian organization called The Federation, and a... Views: 18
