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The new novel of breathtaking action and adventure in the skies from the bestselling author of Storming Heaven and Flight of the Old Dog. The spectacular flying scenes, technological detail and astonishing authenticity of international bestsellers such as Flight of the Old Dog, Chains of Command and Storming Heaven have won ex-pilot Dale Brown a place at the leading edge of modern military thriller writing. Now, in his first novel for two years, he brings back one of his most popular characters, Patrick McLanahan, at the controls of his state-of-the-art B-2 stealth bomber -- in a heart-stopping tale of contemporary conflict. With Iran throwing its weight around the Persian Gulf, his latest mission, as part of a top secret CIA flying unit, is to find Iran's key military, industrial and command centres, and destroy them: quickly, secretly, untraceably -- the ultimate stealth attack.
When Iran escalates its military presence in the Persian Gulf, Patrick McLanahan is deployed on a high-stakes covert mission to neutralize the nation's strategic command centers. As a veteran pilot operating a state-of-the-art B-2 stealth bomber, McLanahan must navigate the complex political landscape of international espionage while executing precise, untraceable strikes. The narrative follows a third-person perspective, focusing on the technical execution of aerial combat and the logistical challenges of operating within a clandestine CIA unit. The protagonist faces immense pressure to succeed without triggering a wider regional conflict, testing both his tactical expertise and his moral resolve in the face of modern warfare.
This novel reflects the established style of the author, prioritizing technical accuracy and detailed descriptions of military hardware. The narrative structure leans heavily into the conventions of the techno-thriller genre, emphasizing the mechanics of aerial combat and the complexities of modern warfare. Readers familiar with the series will recognize the focus on high-stakes missions and the tactical decision-making processes of the protagonist. The work serves as a continuation of the author's exploration of contemporary geopolitical conflicts through the lens of specialized military units.
Page Count:
384
Publication Date:
1997-01-01
Publisher:
Harpercollins Publishers
ISBN-10:
0006498469
ISBN-13:
9780006498469
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