Synopses & Reviews
A terrorist scheme. A nuclear threat. An assassination attempt. This time, the stakes are higher than ever for Commander Dan Lenson in the latest thriller from USA Today
bestselling author David Poyer.
"THE THREAT Leaves the reader dazzled."--Steve Berry
Medal of Honor recipient Dan Lenson has just been assigned to the White House military staff--a dubious honor, serving a president the Joint Chiefs hate more than any other in modern history. His new concern is counternarcotics, and soon Lenson uncovers a troubling plot that involves a ruthless drug cartel, an assault on a nuclear power plant in Mexico, Islamic terrorists, and a devastating weapon aimed at the heart of America.
"Poyer [is] a master."--Kirkus ReviewsIf saving the fate of a nation isn't enough, Lenson also suspects his wife is having an affair...with the Commander in Chief. As his marriage deteriorates and his frustration with Washington builds, Lenson becomes an unwitting accomplice in a dangerous and subversive conspiracy--to assassinate the president. Now Lenson must operate at the highest levels of command to serve and protect the man he despises the most...and fight for the country, and woman, he loves.
"TERRIFIC SUSPENSE. POYER IS OUR FINEST MILITARY NOVELIST AND THE THREAT IS SIMPLY SUPERB."--RALPH PETERS
Review
"Plenty of action, plot twists....frenetically paced...[an] engaging pot boiler." --
The Virginian-Pilot
"Poyer remains the most thoughtful of the military-thriller set and a master of authentic detail."--Kirkus Reviews
"Poyer's forte is storytelling, and The Threat delivers a masterful tale that leaves the reader dazzled."--Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author of The Third Secret, The Templar Legacy, and The Romanov Prophecy
"[Fans] of The West Wing...and political novels will enjoy the author's revealing portrayal of the backroom goings-on at the White House....Recommended especially for fans of Robert Ludlum's political thrillers (although Poyer is a superior writer)."--Booklist
"Terrific suspense...perfect authenticity...powerful storytelling and compelling characters...David Poyer is our finest military novelist and The Threat is simply superb."--Ralph Peters, author of New Glory and Never Quit the Fight "There's plenty of danger and gripping action to satisfy his legion of fans."--Military.com
Synopsis
A terrorist scheme. A nuclear threat. An assassination attempt. This time, the stakes are higher than ever for Commander Dan Lenson in the latest thriller from USA Today
bestselling author David Poyer.
"THE THREAT Leaves the reader dazzled."--Steve Berry
Medal of Honor recipient Dan Lenson has just been assigned to the White House military staff--a dubious honor, serving a president the Joint Chiefs hate more than any other in modern history. His new concern is counternarcotics, and soon Lenson uncovers a troubling plot that involves a ruthless drug cartel, an assault on a nuclear power plant in Mexico, Islamic terrorists, and a devastating weapon aimed at the heart of America.
"Poyer [is] a master."--Kirkus ReviewsIf saving the fate of a nation isn't enough, Lenson also suspects his wife is having an affair'with the Commander in Chief. As his marriage deteriorates and his frustration with Washington builds, Lenson becomes an unwitting accomplice in a dangerous and subversive conspiracy--to assassinate the president. Now Lenson must operate at the highest levels of command to serve and protect the man he despises the most'and fight for the country, and woman, he loves.
"TERRIFIC SUSPENSE. POYER IS OUR FINEST MILITARY NOVELIST AND THE THREAT IS SIMPLY SUPERB."--RALPH PETERS
Synopsis
Medal of Honor recipient Dan Lenson has just been assigned to the White House military staff--a dubious honor, serving a president the Joint Chiefs hate more than any other in modern history. His new concern is counternarcotics, and soon Lenson uncovers a troubling plot that involves a ruthless drug cartel, an assault on a nuclear power plant in Mexico, Islamic terrorists, and a devastating weapon aimed at the heart of America.
"Poyer [is] a master."--Kirkus ReviewsIf saving the fate of a nation isn't enough, Lenson also suspects his wife is having an affair...with the Commander in Chief. As his marriage deteriorates and his frustration with Washington builds, Lenson becomes an unwitting accomplice in a dangerous and subversive conspiracy--to assassinate the president. Now Lenson must operate at the highest levels of command to serve and protect the man he despises the most...and fight for the country, and woman, he loves.
About the Author
Captain
DAVID POYER's twenty-five novels make him possibly the most popular living author of American sea fiction. His naval career included service in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, Arctic, Caribbean, Middle East, and Pacific.
The Threat is the ninth book in his continuing novel-cycle of the modern navy, following
The Command, The Med,
The Gulf,
The Circle,
The Passage,
Tomahawk,
China Sea, and
Black Storm. He lives with his wife and daughter on Virginia's Eastern Shore.
Visit Poyer's Web site at:
www.poyer.com