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Bob Danforth #4
The Lone Wolf Agenda
“Crisp writing, masterful pacing, and characters to genuinely care about. This is what top-notch suspense is all about.”
—Michael Palmer, New York Times Bestselling Author
With “The Lone Wolf Agenda,” (the 4th book in the Danforth Saga ), Joseph Badal returns to the world of international espionage and military action thrillers and crafts a story that is as close to the real world of spies and soldiers as a reader can find. This installment in the Danforth Saga brings Bob Danforth out of retirement to hunt down lone wolf terrorists hell bent on destroying America’s oil infrastructure. Badal weaves just enough technology into his story to wow even the most a-technical reader.
“The Lone Wolf Agenda” pairs Danforth with his son Michael, a senior DELTA Force officer, as they combat an OPEC-supported terrorist group allied with a Mexican drug cartel. This story is an epic adventure that will chill readers as they discover that nothing, no matter how diabolical, is impossible.
“An epic thriller that will shock readers as they discover just how far the enemies of the United States will go to further their cause. Nothing is out of bounds and no one is off limits. When you start reading the “The Lone Wolf Agenda,” be prepared to lose a night of sleep!”
—Andrew Peterson, author of “Option to Kill”
—Michael Palmer, New York Times Bestselling Author
With “The Lone Wolf Agenda,” (the 4th book in the Danforth Saga ), Joseph Badal returns to the world of international espionage and military action thrillers and crafts a story that is as close to the real world of spies and soldiers as a reader can find. This installment in the Danforth Saga brings Bob Danforth out of retirement to hunt down lone wolf terrorists hell bent on destroying America’s oil infrastructure. Badal weaves just enough technology into his story to wow even the most a-technical reader.
“The Lone Wolf Agenda” pairs Danforth with his son Michael, a senior DELTA Force officer, as they combat an OPEC-supported terrorist group allied with a Mexican drug cartel. This story is an epic adventure that will chill readers as they discover that nothing, no matter how diabolical, is impossible.
“An epic thriller that will shock readers as they discover just how far the enemies of the United States will go to further their cause. Nothing is out of bounds and no one is off limits. When you start reading the “The Lone Wolf Agenda,” be prepared to lose a night of sleep!”
—Andrew Peterson, author of “Option to Kill”
386 pages, Paperback
First published April 22, 2013
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About the author
Joseph Badal
31 books135 followers"Joe Badal has had a varied and successful career. After 6 years as a decorated commissioned Army officer, having served in Vietnam and Greece, he had a long banking and finance career. He has had 18 suspense novels published: 4 stand-alones (The Pythagorean Solution, Shell Game, Ultimate Betrayal, and Payback); 7 books in the Danforth Saga (Evil Deeds, Terror Cell, The Nostradamus Secret,The Lone Wolf Agenda, Death Ship, Sins of the Fathers, and The Carnevale Conspiracy); 4 books in the Lassiter/Martinez Case Files (Borderline, Dark Angel, Natural Causes, and Everything To Lose); and 3 books in the Curtis Chronicles (The Motive, Obsessed, and Justice).
He is an Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author and has received numerous awards, including being recognized as "One of The 50 Best Writers You Should Be Reading." He is a two-time winner of the Tony Hillerman Award for Best Fiction Book of the Year and has received multiple Gold Medals from the Military Writers Society of America. He was named Write of the year by the Military Writers Society of America in 2021. His books have received Finalist honors in the International Book Awards contest and in the Eric Hoffer Awards.
He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in International Finance and Business Administration, is a graduate of the Stanford University Law School's Director College, and of the Defense Language Institute, West Coast.
Joe has also written dozens of articles that have been published in a variety of business magazines and trade journals, and is a frequent speaker at business and writers’ events. His blog, Everyday Heroes, highlights individuals just like you who are confronted with a challenge and rise to the occasion."
He is an Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author and has received numerous awards, including being recognized as "One of The 50 Best Writers You Should Be Reading." He is a two-time winner of the Tony Hillerman Award for Best Fiction Book of the Year and has received multiple Gold Medals from the Military Writers Society of America. He was named Write of the year by the Military Writers Society of America in 2021. His books have received Finalist honors in the International Book Awards contest and in the Eric Hoffer Awards.
He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in International Finance and Business Administration, is a graduate of the Stanford University Law School's Director College, and of the Defense Language Institute, West Coast.
Joe has also written dozens of articles that have been published in a variety of business magazines and trade journals, and is a frequent speaker at business and writers’ events. His blog, Everyday Heroes, highlights individuals just like you who are confronted with a challenge and rise to the occasion."
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August 30, 2013
This is the first book I've read from Joesph Badal, and I enjoyed it immensely. It's a tightly plotted geo-political thriller that combines current events, great technology and engaging characters in a page turning race to stop a group of 'Lone Wolf' terrorists intent on disrupting US oil production. This is book four in a series with the Danforth family, but it reads like a stand alone thriller. This author is going onto my 'must buy' list.
July 31, 2019
With The Lone Wolf Agenda author Joseph Badal has crafted another winner in the Bob Danforth thriller series. This one has everything one could want in a page-turner: non-stop action, authentic technical and military detail, lots of political intrigue and, best of all, a highly original and ingenious plot. This one is not to be missed.
October 5, 2021
A very thrilling book that had a Tom Clancy feel to it. A good twist on the terrorist angle.
May 24, 2013
I'm reading the advanced proof - will be released 6/25/13.
At first I wasn't sure I'd like it - it isn't quite my style of book. Early on, some of the dialogue sounded like the person was reading it from a paper (too formal) rather than speaking it in conversation. However, having said that, the action picks up and the book takes off. And I must add the book seems to be very well written with a lot of suspense!
Oh, one other critique might be that there are so many characters introduced, that, at times, it became a bit confusing...having to stop and remember - who is this character again (?)....where did this character come from(?) - but over all this looks like it will be a good read.
Actually as you start to get into it, you find yourself not wanting to put the book down - that's a good sign! Now leave me alone while I get back to my story - I plan to finish it this afternoon! : )
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Just finished. While I, personally, had a hard time remembering who some of the characters were during the story (a lot of names were thrown out), I found this a very good read. The full at-the-edge-of-your-seat action didn't seem to start until midway the book but lasted all the way to the very end. However, the first half had its share of suspense and made for an interesting story.
I definitely want to read more of this series!
P.S. **Badal surely captured the political characters, I felt!**
At first I wasn't sure I'd like it - it isn't quite my style of book. Early on, some of the dialogue sounded like the person was reading it from a paper (too formal) rather than speaking it in conversation. However, having said that, the action picks up and the book takes off. And I must add the book seems to be very well written with a lot of suspense!
Oh, one other critique might be that there are so many characters introduced, that, at times, it became a bit confusing...having to stop and remember - who is this character again (?)....where did this character come from(?) - but over all this looks like it will be a good read.
Actually as you start to get into it, you find yourself not wanting to put the book down - that's a good sign! Now leave me alone while I get back to my story - I plan to finish it this afternoon! : )
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Just finished. While I, personally, had a hard time remembering who some of the characters were during the story (a lot of names were thrown out), I found this a very good read. The full at-the-edge-of-your-seat action didn't seem to start until midway the book but lasted all the way to the very end. However, the first half had its share of suspense and made for an interesting story.
I definitely want to read more of this series!
P.S. **Badal surely captured the political characters, I felt!**
August 7, 2013
The Lone Wolf Agenda packs a punch from the moment you start reading. This is the first time I have read anything from Joseph Badal and I found that this novel started out at a very fast pace which didn't end until I got to the very last chapter.
This novel is packed full of political and military issues and contains very real and believable characters. It focuses on a topic that could easily be a current event happening in the world right now which is a little bit scary if you actually stop and think about it.
I did find that a lot of characters were introduced during the story which did make it a bit hard for me to keep up with at times. I found I had to go back now and then just to remind myself where certain characters were introduced and how they fitted into the overall story.
Also, it is very heavily laiden with political and military acronyms which made some sections feel a little bit disjointed, especially when I had to remind myself what certain acronyms actually stood for before I could continue reading.
Overall though, The Lone Wolf Agenda is a definite page turner from the start and will appeal to anyone who has a passion for political or military stories that could almost be true-to-life in today's society.
This novel is packed full of political and military issues and contains very real and believable characters. It focuses on a topic that could easily be a current event happening in the world right now which is a little bit scary if you actually stop and think about it.
I did find that a lot of characters were introduced during the story which did make it a bit hard for me to keep up with at times. I found I had to go back now and then just to remind myself where certain characters were introduced and how they fitted into the overall story.
Also, it is very heavily laiden with political and military acronyms which made some sections feel a little bit disjointed, especially when I had to remind myself what certain acronyms actually stood for before I could continue reading.
Overall though, The Lone Wolf Agenda is a definite page turner from the start and will appeal to anyone who has a passion for political or military stories that could almost be true-to-life in today's society.
March 31, 2015
The Danforth Saga and March.
I have read all four of the Danforth Saga series this month. I selected the first as my March free lender choice, knowing that there were four in the series. I purchased the other three, and have read all four this month. Joseph Badal is an excellent author, and I will be purchasing more of his work. I think if you like exciting action, believable characters, political intrigue, with a family love story, you will like these four books.
I have read all four of the Danforth Saga series this month. I selected the first as my March free lender choice, knowing that there were four in the series. I purchased the other three, and have read all four this month. Joseph Badal is an excellent author, and I will be purchasing more of his work. I think if you like exciting action, believable characters, political intrigue, with a family love story, you will like these four books.
May 17, 2015
The best of the series so far!
As per Badals SOP, things moved fast and furious hugging the line between plausibility and futuristic technology. Fast paced and exciting, I looked forward to getting back to it every time I had to put it down.
As per Badals SOP, things moved fast and furious hugging the line between plausibility and futuristic technology. Fast paced and exciting, I looked forward to getting back to it every time I had to put it down.
July 16, 2015
The lone wolf agenda 4 novel was a 5 star as the last 3 novels
Awesome read that I didn't put down until finished. If possible read the novels in the order they were written to get the most enjoyment from them.
Awesome read that I didn't put down until finished. If possible read the novels in the order they were written to get the most enjoyment from them.
September 7, 2015
There's no words for this saga except unbelievable.
All four books were exceptional. Could not books down. Amazing!!!! I would recommend them to anyone who enjoy page turners. I rate this as a five star.
All four books were exceptional. Could not books down. Amazing!!!! I would recommend them to anyone who enjoy page turners. I rate this as a five star.
August 9, 2013
Review coming soon!
March 24, 2015
Keeps your interest.
I like a book that is fast moving, exciting and realistic. I enjoyed every page. I plan to read more.
I like a book that is fast moving, exciting and realistic. I enjoyed every page. I plan to read more.
October 11, 2015
Wow
Author Badal working his magic. He gets the reader into the story that's feel like your right there in the story. Hard to put down
Author Badal working his magic. He gets the reader into the story that's feel like your right there in the story. Hard to put down
January 25, 2016
Danforth saga
Good series . Very enjoyable read. Recommend reading all in series on sequence. Like especially the inclusion of recent events.
Good series . Very enjoyable read. Recommend reading all in series on sequence. Like especially the inclusion of recent events.
March 19, 2016
Very intelligent story!
Very well written, very well thought out. And of coarse spineless politicians, what a surprise!! Looking forward to reading more of his books.
Very well written, very well thought out. And of coarse spineless politicians, what a surprise!! Looking forward to reading more of his books.
March 15, 2018
Fantastic Series
Lots of action and easy read. I’ve been reading in order, and don’t want them to end. Book one gets you started with the Danforth dynasty, and it’s got you hooked.
Lots of action and easy read. I’ve been reading in order, and don’t want them to end. Book one gets you started with the Danforth dynasty, and it’s got you hooked.
March 31, 2020
Joseph Badal continues with the Danforth family in the fourth book in the saga. Since I'm not that interested in long descriptions of a battle, this book was not as interesting to me as the others. However, the author still writes in a crisp style and the story holds the reader's attention. I'm taking a break with another book now but I will soon be reading book #5.
September 17, 2013
The best way to track down a wolf is with another wolf.
Does the USA have to fear their own ability to protect themselves from terrorists more than the terrorists themselves? It seems like it as all the alphabet agencies, senators and other political animals are more concerned with saving their face and position than with the people they are supposed to serve, let alone the people who give all in service to their country.
Sometimes it is easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission.
Trying to fulfill their mission before anyone notices they exist, the DELTA team implementing the Lone Wolf Agenda give their all to abort the attacks planned by the Black Gold Brotherhood. Will they succeed in their mission?
It was hard for me to keep up with the alphabet soup and the numerous characters that were introduced – I actually gave up and just went with the protagonists, more than the agencies they were working for. I have always a harder time with stories filled with political and military terminology – it’s just not something that grabs me. That said, the characters are believable and the story line is really well grafted – which is in essence quite disturbing.
The family issues make it even more interesting. Its fast pace picks up at the third part of the book as more intrigue and deception is introduced. One needs to know how the political game is played in order to win and give them more of their own medicine!
Despite being the fourth book in a series, it truly is a perfect stand alone. As far as the graphic language disclaimer: I didn’t notice anything disturbing.
All in all an interesting and very well written suspense-espionage-military thriller!
Does the USA have to fear their own ability to protect themselves from terrorists more than the terrorists themselves? It seems like it as all the alphabet agencies, senators and other political animals are more concerned with saving their face and position than with the people they are supposed to serve, let alone the people who give all in service to their country.
Sometimes it is easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission.
Trying to fulfill their mission before anyone notices they exist, the DELTA team implementing the Lone Wolf Agenda give their all to abort the attacks planned by the Black Gold Brotherhood. Will they succeed in their mission?
It was hard for me to keep up with the alphabet soup and the numerous characters that were introduced – I actually gave up and just went with the protagonists, more than the agencies they were working for. I have always a harder time with stories filled with political and military terminology – it’s just not something that grabs me. That said, the characters are believable and the story line is really well grafted – which is in essence quite disturbing.
The family issues make it even more interesting. Its fast pace picks up at the third part of the book as more intrigue and deception is introduced. One needs to know how the political game is played in order to win and give them more of their own medicine!
Despite being the fourth book in a series, it truly is a perfect stand alone. As far as the graphic language disclaimer: I didn’t notice anything disturbing.
All in all an interesting and very well written suspense-espionage-military thriller!
October 25, 2013
My thoughts:
It has been a long while since I read an international espionage story. This is the fourth book in the Danforth Saga, and my first Danforth read. It took me awhile to get into it, but it was worth it. I felt it could easily stand alone, but I am sure that I would have enjoyed it more if I had read the whole saga from the start.
Joseph Badal has captured the horror of terrorism in a chilling tale that makes the reader wonder and worry. Who can you trust? Are people really who and what you think they are?
The characters are well written and easy to invest in. The plot is clever, realistic and frightening; made up of detailed research and carefully woven threads. The politics within the story are interesting on a variety of levels, and between the characters as much as the story on the whole. I was pleased to find the acronym index in the front of the book and found myself referring to it many times. The story is nicely paced and suspenseful.
It has been a long while since I read an international espionage story. This is the fourth book in the Danforth Saga, and my first Danforth read. It took me awhile to get into it, but it was worth it. I felt it could easily stand alone, but I am sure that I would have enjoyed it more if I had read the whole saga from the start.
Joseph Badal has captured the horror of terrorism in a chilling tale that makes the reader wonder and worry. Who can you trust? Are people really who and what you think they are?
The characters are well written and easy to invest in. The plot is clever, realistic and frightening; made up of detailed research and carefully woven threads. The politics within the story are interesting on a variety of levels, and between the characters as much as the story on the whole. I was pleased to find the acronym index in the front of the book and found myself referring to it many times. The story is nicely paced and suspenseful.
September 10, 2015
A propaganda exercise
In this sleazy story, the author tries to justify the trampling of the Bill of Rights by homeland security under the color of patriotism. Absolutely disgusting.
In this sleazy story, the author tries to justify the trampling of the Bill of Rights by homeland security under the color of patriotism. Absolutely disgusting.
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March 24, 2018MWSA Review
This 4th novel in the Danforth spy family is again inspired by timely concerns of the ways in which enemies of the United States might operate. Antagonists who are smart and devious make these stories even more suspenseful. As current law enforcement personnel have learned, the hardest enemies to combat are those who work alone – the Lone Wolfs. When intelligence agencies work together, they are able to proceed more quickly. However, as in real life, you are not always sure of who might be working against you. A wonderful political and intelligence community thriller.
By Nancy Kauffman, MWSA Reviewer
This 4th novel in the Danforth spy family is again inspired by timely concerns of the ways in which enemies of the United States might operate. Antagonists who are smart and devious make these stories even more suspenseful. As current law enforcement personnel have learned, the hardest enemies to combat are those who work alone – the Lone Wolfs. When intelligence agencies work together, they are able to proceed more quickly. However, as in real life, you are not always sure of who might be working against you. A wonderful political and intelligence community thriller.
By Nancy Kauffman, MWSA Reviewer
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