Act of War: A Novel

When a Texas oil refinery is destroyed by a "backpack" nuclear device, it marks one of several attacks on a multinational energy company. A single group operating globally is responsible for these acts of destruction, motivated by opposition to the exploitation of natural resources. To prevent further strikes, authorities deploy Jason Richter, a military technology specialist, and his classified counterterrorism unit Task Force TALON. Richter pursues his opponents using unconventional and aggressive tactics designed to intimidate even the most committed adversaries. As the operation unfolds, unexpected developments reveal a mole embedded within high levels of government. The stakes extend beyond his team's safety—failure threatens the security of America itself.