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Rules of Engagement - (The Wmd Files) by David Bruns & J R Olson (Paperback)
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Highlights
- In David Bruns and J. R. Olson's military thriller Rules of Engagement, a terrorist breach of the computer systems of the three most powerful navies sets them on a collision course for World War III.
- About the Author: DAVID BRUNS is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and was an officer in the submarine force, before leaving the Navy for corporate life.
- 384 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Thrillers
- Series Name: The Wmd Files
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In David Bruns and J. R. Olson's military thriller Rules of Engagement, a terrorist breach of the computer systems of the three most powerful navies sets them on a collision course for World War III.
Three military superpowers. One cyber weapon. And no time left to lose. . . One of the world's most wanted terrorists has resurfaced in North Korea. His enemy: The West. His mission: to unleash a series of cyber sneak attacks against the Chinese and on the U.S. Pacific forces--and do no less than destroy everything and everyone in his path. "Fast and furious." --The Real Book Spy Don Riley, head of U.S. Cyber Command, has just discovered that the Chinese have lost control of their military--and the same computer virus has infected the American network. Now it's up to Riley to track down the elusive terrorist and put a stop to his sinister plan. His secret weapon: a trio of supremely skilled midshipmen from the U.S. Naval Academy who can uncover the infiltration. But the cyber weapons are always one step ahead and, before long, a real-world conflict with human casualties begins to mount. . . and time is almost up for Riley and his team to launch a counterattack before World War III inevitably begins. "With their background in the U.S. Navy, both Bruns and Olson have the right stuff to create a realistic military tale." --BooklistReview Quotes
"Fans of the cyberwarfare genre will enjoy this novel's snappy pace, broad cast of characters, and timeliness." --Kirkus Reviews
"Compelling characters and high octane narrative drive define Rules of Engagement. In a global tour de force, Bruns and Olson deliver a crafty villain, patriotic protagonists, and a truly frightening and unique World War III scenario. A must read for all fans of thrillers of every variety!" --Anthony J. Tata, Brigadier General, US Army (Ret), national bestselling author of Dark Winter
"In this terrifying age of hacking that threatens not only our elections, but every infrastructure from our power grid to our economic system, the ultimate threat would be a cyber war that touched off a shooting war. Rules of Engagement lays out that highly plausible scenario in one of those fantastic novels that is hard to put down. Hell of a fine read!" --David Hagberg, New York Times bestselling author
"Timely, gripping, and packed with realistic detail, Rules of Engagement grabs you from the start and doesn't let go. I'll read anything Bruns and Olson write." --Marc Cameron, New York Times bestselling author of Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan series
"Rules of Engagement is a classic thriller that has it all - compelling, realistic action, vivid characters and a relentless pace. You won't be able to put it down!" --Rick Campbell, author of Trident Deception and Treason
About the Author
DAVID BRUNS is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and was an officer in the submarine force, before leaving the Navy for corporate life. He lives in Shakopee, Minnesota.
J. R. OLSON spent more than 20 years in the Navy, retiring as a commander. He now teaches college courses in Intelligence and Counter-Terrorism. He lives in Webster, Minnesota. Together, Bruns and Olson write the WMD (Weapons of Mass Deception) Files series.