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Where would you go to escape a deadly virus that's infected billions?When the Millennial Virus rampaged unchecked across the world, the pandemic swept away everything we held dear. Small groups took refuge where they could. There was no time to mourn. Survival was all that mattered.For those lucky enough to call Hurst their home the medieval fortress provides sanctuary from the surrounding wasteland. Far away from the smoking ruins of the cities, on the south coast of England, a lawless power vacuum exists without electricity or government. As Zed Samuels and the other survivors struggle to rebuild their shattered lives, rival groups covet the castle's closely-guarded resources, probing its defences.When a military-led relief operation threatens to tip the balance of power, Hurst's stalwart leader, Jack, faces a desperate choice. He must decide whether to set aside their differences and join an alliance that promises new hope or unite against the newcomers and their plans for reconstruction. Zed and Jack must discover the truth about the Allies before it's too late, but who can they trust?The battle for Hurst has begun. The virus is the least of their concerns."Contagion meets The Road", "Terrifyingly realistic", "A perfect blend of science fiction, history and social commentary." "Written in 2016, before COVID-19, the author just got so many details spot on in this series."If you enjoy fast-paced, post-apocalyptic stories such as The Road, Station Eleven, The Stand, The Last Day, Survivors, Pandemic and The Atlantis Gene, you'll love Hurst, book one in The Hurst Chronicles post-pandemic series. "A dark, dystopian page-turner." Get book one now."An action-packed, disturbing and thought-provoking story of an all-too-possible dystopian future." - The Book Reviewers "One of the most original and just flat out interesting and intelligently profound dystopian novels I've ever read." - Indie Book Reviewers

A race against time to prevent catastrophe. Congo Variant is the new, fast-paced thriller from the author of the best-selling Hurst Chronicles series. 1998: As the world teeters on the brink of war, two unlikely heroes are thrust into a conspiracy that threatens millions. Ex-special forces operative Blake Harris infiltrates a UN inspection team in Iraq, hunting for the truth behind Saddam's elusive weapons program. With tensions at a breaking point and military action imminent, Harris must uncover the facts before it's too late—even if it means venturing into the heart of danger. Halfway across the globe, Dr. Alice Bishop, a brilliant young epidemiologist, plunges deep into the Congo rainforest on what should be a routine expedition. Instead, she stumbles upon a mysterious outbreak with the potential to ignite chaos across central Africa—and beyond. When their worlds collide, Harris and Bishop unearth a terrifying plot that could plunge Western civilization into unprecedented turmoil. Racing against time and shadowy forces, they must stop a catastrophe of unimaginable proportions. Set against the explosive backdrop of Iraq’s Operation Desert Fox, Congo Variant hurtles the reader from the steaming rainforests of Africa to the powder-keg streets of Baghdad. This white-knuckle tale of bioterrorism, espionage, and raw courage in the face of overwhelming odds will leave you gasping for breath. Fans of Michael Crichton, Tom Clancy, and Richard Preston will devour this meticulously researched, terrifyingly plausible thriller. If you crave heart-pounding action with real-world stakes, Congo Variant is your next must-read. Prepare for sleepless nights. Grab your copy of Congo Variant—book one in an electrifying new series—today! "A masterful blend of science and suspense. I couldn't put it down!" – John Conlon "Extremely well researched and written...when's the next one?" Claire Blumire "A great read from start to finish!" Poppy McGlynn "A very good start on the Hurst saga." Steen Christensen "I read the entire book in less than 48 hours! Now I’m impatiently awaiting book two. Highly recommend it." Ami A

The battle for control of Iraq was over. But the real war had just begun. In the fractured aftermath of the Iraq invasion, former UK special forces operative Blake Harris stalks the streets of Baghdad hunting former regime members. After years undercover, he knows the city's darkest corners—and the terrifying truth that something deadly has slipped through the cracks. When brilliant epidemiologist Dr. Alice Bishop is called in to investigate a suspicious disease outbreak in New York, the evidence points to something engineered—a designer pathogen that shouldn't exist. As Harris and Bishop race against time to identify its source, they become targets in a shadowy game of international espionage. From Baghdad's bombed-out streets to the sterile laboratories of Iraq's former weapons program, they unearth a conspiracy that spans continents—and a scientific breakthrough that was never meant to be found. With insurgent attacks escalating and intelligence leaks threatening their mission, Harris and Bishop must navigate a web of shifting loyalties to prevent a global catastrophe. But in a landscape where today's ally is tomorrow's enemy, the truth may be the most dangerous weapon of all. A masterful thriller that blends military espionage, biological warfare, and desperate heroism against the volatile backdrop of post-invasion Iraq. Shadow Vector will keep you turning pages late into the night. Perfect for fans of Tom Clancy, Michael Crichton, and Robert Ludlum.

Where would you go to survive the end of the world? Far from the smoking ruins of the cities, Hurst Castle stands alone. A medieval fortress surrounded by the tidal waters of the Solent on the south coast of England. Hurst’s seventy-four occupants scrape a living, scavenging for food and supplies in a lawless society without electricity or government. There is no time to mourn. Survival is all that matters. But they are not alone. Rival groups covet the castle’s closely guarded resources, probing its defences. When a military-led relief operation makes contact, Hurst’s stalwart leader, Jack, faces a desperate choice. To set aside their differences and join an alliance that promises hope or to unite against the newcomers and their plans for reconstruction. Jack must discover the truth about the Allies before it’s too late, but who can he trust? Only time will tell. The battle for Hurst has begun. "Contagion meets The Road", "Terrifyingly realistic", "A perfect blend of science fiction, history and social commentary." “Written in 2016, before COVID-19, the author just got so many details spot on in this series.” If you enjoy fast-paced, post-apocalyptic stories such as The Road, Station Eleven, The Stand, The Last Day, Survivors, Pandemic and The Atlantis Gene, you'll love Hurst, book one in The Hurst Chronicles post-apocalyptic series. “A dark, dystopian page-turner.” Get book one now. "One of the most original and just flat out interesting and intelligently profound dystopian novels I’ve ever read." - Indie Book Reviewers "An action-packed, disturbing and thought-provoking story of an all-too-possible dystopian future." - The Book Reviewers

An unstoppable virus. Everything we took for granted is gone. Only the strong will survive. In the aftermath of a devastating flu pandemic, hope returns for the survivors of the Millennial Virus. The truth about the outbreak had remained hidden until now. Could a clandestine government research project help explain the scale and speed of its spread? When the search for a vaccine leads the Allies to a classified government testing facility beyond the New Forest, could an inactive bio-weapons program accelerate their research? Could one man hold the key to discovering the origin and causes of the outbreak? “Simply unputdownable! Sentinel is the type of book that draws you in. A fast-paced and thrilling read. Highly recommended.” - Mary’s Bookcase Under the watchful protection of the Allies, Hurst Castle has resumed its centuries-old role guarding the western entrance to the Solent, the Isle of Wight designated a quarantine zone free of the virus. The tide of refugees surging towards the island has impossibly pressured already scarce resources. For those lucky enough to call Hurst their home, the medieval fortress provides sanctuary from the surrounding wasteland. As Zed Samuels and the other survivors struggle to restore purpose to their shattered lives, rival groups threaten the castle’s closely guarded resources. Zed must discover the truth about the Allies before it’s too late. Not everyone shares the Allies’ aspirations for reconstruction. Dark forces seek to prolong the lawlessness, pursuing their own ambitions. There’s a war coming that threatens to return the entire region to chaos. Hurst Castle finds itself in the path of the coming storm. “Contagion meets The Road”, “Terrifyingly realistic”, “A perfect blend of science fiction, history and social commentary.” If you enjoy fast-paced, post-apocalyptic stories such as The Road, Station Eleven, The Stand, The Last Day, Survivors, Pandemic and The Atlantis Gene, you’ll love The Hurst Chronicles series. A dark, dystopian page-turner. “An action-packed, disturbing and thought-provoking story of an all-too-possible dystopian future.” - The Book Reviewers

An unstoppable virus. Everything we took for granted is gone. Only the strong will survive. In the aftermath of a devastating flu pandemic, a military-led relief effort is evacuating UK survivors to a mass quarantine zone on the Isle of Wight. In the political and moral vacuum that follows, refugees trade their freedom for food and shelter. Riley and the others living at Hurst Castle must relocate to an abandoned hotel on the clifftops of Freshwater Bay to escape the descent into anarchy. Riley must keep her promise and leave the relative safety of their new home on the island to search for Zed's daughter in the refugee camps. "Simply unputdownable! The type of book that draws you in. A fast-paced and thrilling read. Highly recommended." - Mary's Bookcase. The Allied mission to investigate the causes of the outbreak leads Zed to a classified government research facility to interview the archivist with detailed knowledge of the UK’s century-long experiments with chemical and biological agents. After her kidnap from Osbourne House, Terra remains embedded with Briggs and the rebel group, helpless to stop Briggs’s attempts to disrupt the Allied reconstruction efforts. As more locals rally to the rebel’s cause, the prospect of civil war seems inevitable. If you enjoy fast-paced, post-apocalyptic stories like The Day of the Triffids, The Road, Station Eleven, The Stand, and The Atlantis Gene, you'll love The Hurst Chronicles series. Praise for The Hurst Chronicles "An action-packed, disturbing and thought-provoking story of an all-too-possible dystopian future." - The Book Reviewers "One of the most original and just flat out interesting and intelligently profound dystopian novels I’ve ever read." - Indie Book Reviewers

"An action-packed, thought-provoking story of an all-too-possible dystopian future." - The Book Reviewers What would you do to protect those you love? Former defence analyst Zed Samuels must choose between family and duty to face his fears and gamble everything on one last throw of the dice. What began with the death of a government scientist before the Iraq War has snowballed towards totalitarianism and the rise of shadow governments. In hindsight, the warning signs were so obvious, yet no one appeared to notice the dark actors operating just out of sight. The consequences were all too terrible: a worldwide pandemic; nations overthrown; billions dead. "Contagion meets The Road", "Terrifyingly realistic", "A perfect blend of science fiction, history and social commentary." In the aftermath of a devastating flu pandemic, the search for a viable vaccine is just the first step towards genetic revolution. A terrifying future that will change everything. All that remains is a race against time to save those we care about. Zed must discover the truth before it’s too late, but who can he trust? Since their return to Hurst Castle from the island, Riley and the others face a new danger. As the Allies tighten their grip on a shrinking sphere of influence, a new power emerges that will tip the scales once more. Only the strong will survive. The battle for Hurst continues… If you enjoy fast-paced, post-apocalyptic stories such as The Road, Station Eleven, The Stand, The Last Day, Survivors, Pandemic and The Atlantis Gene, you'll love The Hurst Chronicles series. A dark, dystopian page-turner.