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Patrick Parker

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Tulsa, The United States

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Suspense, Thriller, Fiction

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Patrick Parker brings a lifetime of authentic experience to his pulse-pounding suspense thrillers. A distinguished veteran of the US Army Field Artillery, he served across the globe in assignments spanning Italy, Germany, Panama, and the United States. Following his military career, Patrick dedicated another fifteen years to the defense industry, traveling extensively through Europe, the US, and England, further deepening his insights into global security and covert operations. Complementing his practical expertise, Patrick holds a master's degree in international relations, providing a formidable foundation for the complex geopolitical landscapes within his novels.

Inspired by masters of suspense like Ken Follett, Robert Ludlum, John le Car Patrick Parker brings a lifetime of authentic experience to his pulse-pounding suspense thrillers. A distinguished veteran of the US Army Field Artillery, he served across the globe in assignments spanning Italy, Germany, Panama, and the United States. Following his military career, Patrick dedicated another fifteen years to the defense industry, traveling extensively through Europe, the US, and England, further deepening his insights into global security and covert operations. Complementing his practical expertise, Patrick holds a master's degree in international relations, providing a formidable foundation for the complex geopolitical landscapes within his novels.

Inspired by masters of suspense like Ken Follett, Robert Ludlum, John le Carré, and Tom Clancy, Patrick Parker crafts fast-paced narratives designed to keep readers on the absolute edge of their seat, consistently delivering on his promise to make you wonder: "What was real and what was fiction?"

Dive into the high-stakes world of his Max Kenworth Suspense Thriller series, featuring former Delta Force officer and SOCOM nuclear weapons expert Max Kenworth. In Six Minutes Early, Kenworth races against time to recover stolen nuclear devices and thwart global terrorism. The action continues in Acts of Treason, where Kenworth navigates a perilous political coup, stolen nukes, and a personal vendetta amidst a US presidential campaign.

Explore the unique Dydre Rowyn Suspense Thriller, War Merchant, following a single mother forced into the deadly black market arms trade, fighting for her freedom and her son's life against ruthless adversaries. Or delve into the historical intrigue of Treasures of the Fourth Reich, a standalone thriller where a retired military officer and his art expert wife hunt for Nazi-looted art across Europe, determined to right the wrongs of history.

Now retired and residing in Texas, Patrick enjoys writing, astronomy, traveling, and honing his skills at the gun range. Immerse yourself in his authentic, adrenaline-fueled world today.

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	Six Minutes Early (A Max Kenworth Suspense Thriller, #1) 4.31 avg rating — 87 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Treasures of the Fourth Reich 4.09 avg rating — 47 ratings — published 2005 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	War Merchant 4.48 avg rating — 42 ratings — published 2014 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Acts of Treason (A Max Kenworth Suspense Thriller, #2) 4.74 avg rating — 19 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Wrath and Reckoning (A Max Kenworth Suspense Thriller, #3) 4.80 avg rating — 5 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Oct 31, 2019 02:29PM

Autumn Sale

All 3 Kindle books on sale until 8 NOV for .99 each.

Six Minutes Early, War Merchant, and Treasures of the Fourth Reich

Sale is from 1 NON to 8 NOV

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Jan 18, 2016 04:47PM

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Nov 01, 2015 05:55AM

Thank you everyone! War Merchant cover is in the semi-finals.

Please help move it to the winners circle. Take a moment and vote at: http://bit.ly/1LFZnjA

Finalist round voting will be open until Thursday, November 5th 23:55 PST. Finalists will be announced Wednesday, November 18, 2015

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message 3: by Patrick

Jun 30, 2014 02:10PM

Amazon Countdown Deals
Treasures of the Fourth Reich, Kindle Edition, will be on sale through Kindle Countdown Deals from July 2, 2014 to July 9, 2014 (US & UK). Starting price is $.99 and £.99. Download at:

US Amazon Customers: http://amzn.to/1o05KUw

UK Amazon Customers: http://amzn.to/1z2ZrqH

Please like me on Facebook (http://bitly.com/1pnfAoO) and friend me on Goodreads (http://bitly.com/1pnLth1) to learn more about my next book coming out soon.

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I look forward to hearing from you. Best Regards!

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Mar 25, 2014 04:14PM

Treasures of the Fourth Reich, 2nd Ed., (paperback) is now available on line and in your favorite book store. It may not be on the shelves just yet, so you may need to order a copy.

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Feb 07, 2014 08:44AM

A note to let everyone know, my book, Treasures of the Fourth Reich, Kindle edition, is now available on Amazon.com. It will be added to Goodreads library shortly. I look forward to hearing from you.

Patrick Parker

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