The End of the World Is Near...And Only the Best and Brightest Can Save Us...

The end of the world would be regarded by most as a fairly serious affair.  After all, this is the only planet we have, so securing our position here is the only assurance we have of perpetuating the life of our species.  But now a threat of epic proportions weighs heavily upon the best and brightest minds of the globe, and our very existence could be compromised forever, the result of self-induced destruction. The survival of mankind depends on these great characters, and they must prove themselves worthy of the challenge of preventing our extinction before it is too late.  Unfortunately, the first plan failed...
...One person, along with his family and friends, must join forces with world leaders and even a supreme drug lord in the Valley of Thunder to devise a plan for saving everyone.  They are the last hope; without them humanity is doomed.  In order for total destruction to be circumvented, the best and brightest of our species must cooperate and even risk their very souls.  It is an intense and exhilarating ride that takes them all around the world and even into the depths of hell.  Find out what sacrifices must be made and what relationships must be tested in The Final World Order.
The Final World Order is the latest installment of The Thunder Valley Trilogy, an excellent and well-crafted science fiction collection by Andre Solonitsyn that deals with the design of an artificial being with superior degrees of intellect and mental functioning, a super artificial intelligence, so to speak.  It will prove a delightful treat for any avid reader of science fiction, especially for those already familiar with the series.  Solonitsyn and his wife, Nadezhda, are Russian by origin but are praised for their clear and precise approach to fiction writing.  And the story is riveting in its conclusion.  If you have missed any part of this series, then go back and catch up on the saga before diving into The Final World Order.  You will not be disappointed.

Nathan McBride is Back!

A note referencing a secret US operation appears in Nicaragua, and there is only one man suited to the task of making this information compromise disappear.  His name is Nathan McBride, ex-Marine Corps sniper and newly retired CIA operations officer.  McBride is about to be called out of retirement, and, with the aid of his longtime companion Harv, he must journey to the jungles of Central America on a mission to stop a dangerous enemy.  Unfortunately, McBride knows this destination all too well—he nearly did not escape it decades ago, and the experience has left him physically and emotionally scarred.  In order to be successful in his mission, he must first overcome these personal obstacles.  And he also has to survive a showdown with the most effective killer in the region...the one McBride trained himself.  Survival necessitates being Ready to Kill.  The fourth installment of the Nathan McBride thriller series, Ready to Kill, is Andrew Peterson's latest contribution to the action-packed world of military-style thriller fiction.  His oft-described “wildly popular series” follows the life and career of Nathan McBride as he effectively navigates the trickiest and deadliest of scenarios.  If you are a thriller fiction fanatic (then you probably already knew this book was out and had it pre-ordered awhile ago), do not miss Andrew Peteron's Ready to Kill, out now and available from major bookstores everywhere.  For those of you who appreciate thriller style fiction but have yet to read Peterson's best-selling work, it would behoove you to start from the beginning of the series, but Ready to Kill will make an excellent addition to your collection.  For more details, check this out: http://www.andrewpeterson.com/

Nathan McBride, ex-Marine Sniper, Is About to Face His Personal Demons

Being called out of retirement is no laughing matter, but when evidence of a compromise of US top-secret operations appears from over the wall at the embassy in Nicaragua, only the best is suited to the task of making it right. Enter Nathan McBride, former Marine Corps sniper and CIA operations officer. McBride and his long-time companion Harv have a dangerous mission on their hands, but the CIA director knows that McBride is the perfect man for this job. After all, he knows his destination all too well...

...McBride nearly lost his life in this Central American jungle decades prior, and now he must overcome some personal physical and mental obstacles in order to be successful in his mission. Well, that and he must also survive a showdown with the most brutal killer McBride could possibly hope to encounter...

...the killer he trained himself. Nathan McBride must be Ready to Kill.

Andrew Peterson is a well-known best-selling fiction author who specializes in military style (intelligence/operations-oriented) thrillers. Peterson has been writing fiction since the 1990s, and his warmly received Nathan McBride series is a favorite among thriller fanatics. The first installment of the series, First to Kill, was out in 2008, and Ready to Kill will serve as the fourth component to the oft-described “wildly popular series.”

Of course, fans of the Nathan McBride series will thoroughly enjoy this book, and there is a good chance that you already added this earlier to your “must-read” list for the year. If you are not already familiar with this series or Andrew Peterson's thriller-style fiction, then his most recent release, Ready to Kill, will definitely not disappoint. But you might want to consider starting the series from the beginning...

...For more information about Ready to Kill, the Nathan McBride novels, or the career of best-selling fiction writer Andrew Peterson, look no further than the following link: http://www.andrewpeterson.com/

The Pursuit of Science Just Took a Sinister Turn in this Short Science Fiction Read

Captain Andy Jones is regarded as an impressive specimen. His mental and physical abilities have caught the attention of Dr. Minos, a scientist obsessed with the pursuit of labratory-based human brain growth. Following an impressive feat involving the evacuation of the failed Eden Village on planet Virginis wherein Captain Jones saves the life of an infant girl, Dr. Minos decides that Jones is the perfect subject for his disturbing scientific project. And Captain Jones is about to lose his head...in a very literal way. Find out what happens when the pursuit of science takes a sinister and inhuman turn in Now You're Dead by Alex Bexar. Bexar, who grew up as an atypical child in the rural South, has always had a passion for storytelling. In her new science fiction piece, she explores the problems of scientific pursuits without the balance of compassion and ethical foundations. For readers who love a solid and creative science fiction title with some powerful insights, do not miss Now You're Dead by Alex Bexar. If you want to learn more about the author, this book, or her other works, then check out the following link: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7622291.Alex_Bexar.

Someone Is About to Lose His Head in the Name of Science

Science is a powerful tool for the advancement of our species, but when it is left unchecked by the principles of compassion and ethics, the pursuit of scientific breakthroughs can have drastic and sometimes gruesome consequences. Enter Dr. Minos, a scientist obsessed with growing a human brain in a laboratory setting. His twisted determination has led him to gain an interest in Captain Andy Jones, whose physical and mental capabilities far exceed those of any man Minos has ever known. After Jones successfully rescues an infant girl from the flames of the failed Eden Village on planet Virginis, it is Minos who decided that Jones is the perfect specimen for his murderous experiment. Now, Captain Jones is about to lose his head...

...in a very literal way.

Scienctific pursuits turn sinister in Now You're Dead by Alex Bexar. The author, who grew up in the rural South and loved stories dealing with the military and space travel, has explored the dangers of experimentation without the checks and balances of decency or any solid ethical foundation in her new book. She writes with clarity and a keen sense of what science fiction fanatics love.

If you enjoy a good science fiction read, then do not miss Alex Bexar's Now You're Dead, which is available online as an e-book this week. For those wishing to learn more about the author, this title, or additional books by the same author, look to the following profile, courtesy of GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7622291.Alex_Bexar.

A Must Read Historical Fiction from Author Lee Jackson

When a faceless guerrilla fighter aligned with the resistance to overthrow Castro is pitted against a clever and deceptive Soviet agent, the result is a piece of historical fiction that masterfully blends fact with the exciting story of Eduardo Xiques, better known as Atcho. Exceptionally resourceful, well-trained, capable—Atcho is fully equipped to take on the mission assigned to him, that is until the safety of Isabel, his two year old daughter, is threatened by Govorov, the Soviet agent who will stop at nothing to gain information pertaining to Atcho's identity and whereabouts. Now that Isabel has been kidnapped, Atcho must navigate the treacherous trail leading to her rescue. But in order to save her and fulfill his assignment, he must use all of his specialized training in the process.

Curse the Moon: Atcho Rises is the latest suspenseful novel from author Lee Jackson. This is historical fiction at its finest, thrilling and engaging as it takes the reader along Atcho's journey into the tumultuous world of tenuous national alliances, military reconnaissance, and the struggle for political power. Jackson does a wonderful job of creating a real, multi-dimensional, and dynamic character in the form of Atcho, and his skill with weaving history into the framework of his stories is always evident.

 This is a great reading selection for historical fiction fanatics, especially those with a particular interest in Castro-era Cuba (think Bay of Pigs specifically) and the oft-strained relationship between the US and the Soviet Union. Curse the Moon: Atcho Rises has what you are looking for and comes highly recommended. Find it now in bookstores everywhere. For more information about this book and its author, check out the following site: http://www.authorleejackson.com

A Truly Unique Exploration of Religion and Wisdom

Could there ever be a way for us as thinking individuals to truly understand the wisdom of God? What truths are effectively conveyed through the espousal of religious principles around the world? Is there something missing? If you have ever thought seriously about the depth and significance of religion and what it means for us as people, then you will not want to miss Hidden Bible Taboos Forbidden by Organized Christianity, a comprehensive and eye-opening look at religion and associated knowledge by Dr. James Slobodzien.

What started as a series of articles written by Dr. Slobodzien over the span of seven years has evolved into a critical and analytical exploration of organized religion, especially with regard to relatively obscure knowledge of interpretive approaches that may very well help the average reader to better comprehend religion itself apart from the forced dogmatic perspectives of religious, social, and political leaders. Now, that might sound complicated, but in fact Dr. Slobodzien presents us with a fairly accessible reading that covers a wide array of subjects and materials. Using religious texts as his guide, he walks the reader through his fascinating investigation of religion and wisdom with care and provides us with insight into various ideas that have seemingly been dormant or disregarded for centuries. Call it a thoughtful collection of insights.

Although the biased reader might be inclined to write this one off as practically conspiratorial at first glance, the book proves very thorough in its analysis and, at times, more scientific than dogmatic. Dr. Slobodzien, a practicing psychologist, has given us a very unique approach to sacred truths and wisdom, while decrying world leaders (specifically religious authority) for their deliberate obfuscation of greatly significant ideas.

 If you are interested in a distinct perspective on religious ideology and practices, then Hidden Bible Taboos Forbidden by Organized Christianity is a must read. The book is out now, so do not miss out on your chance to partake in this truly enlightening exploration of spiritual wisdom and religion's complexities.