Operation Thrall: A Technothriller

Alicia Yoder #3

by M.A. Rothman, Steve Diamond

"Operation A Heart-Pounding Techno-Thriller"

Buckle up for an electrifying journey that's poised to redefine the techno-thriller genre, as celebrated by Kirkus Reviews. In the gripping narrative of "Operation Thrall," Alicia Yoder is thrust into a world of intrigue, danger, and uncharted territory.

Alicia's life takes a hairpin turn after a fateful encounter with a man harboring a mysterious past. Her once-ordinary existence spirals into chaos, haunted by the shadows of a missing sibling, the web of international espionage, and spine-chilling rumors of genetic experiments that threaten humanity itself.

As Alicia embarks on her mission, she's oblivious to the life-altering consequences awaiting her, orchestrated by the enigmatic agency known as the Outfit. Unveil the secrets of "Operation Thrall," a heart-pounding techno-thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to heart-stopping end.

"This auspicious tale’s intriguing hero has the potential to shake up the techno-thriller genre." - Kirkus Reviews

"If Michael Crichton and F. Paul Wilson had a collaboration, this is what it would look like! An excellent mix of science, action, and political intrigue." - Larry Correia, New York Times bestselling author

"Rothman's stories are a roller coaster of action, science, and thriller all rolled into one. You won't be disappointed!" - Kevin J. Anderson, New York Times bestselling author

"Steve Diamond is not just a writer to watch ... he's a writer to read!" - Robert McCammon, New York Times bestselling author

Genres: Science Fiction

374 pages, Hardcover

Published November 6, 2023

About the author

USA TODAY bestselling author, M.A. Rothman, is one of the most unlikely novelists you'll ever meet. He's an engineer first and foremost, with a background in the sciences, and somehow or another, this writing habit of his has turned into a bit more than just a run-of-the-mill hobby.

He primarily writes stories that focus on two things: technology and international intrigue. This writing tends to span the genres of science fiction, techno-thriller, and mainstream thrillers.

When not writing, he enjoys cooking, learning about new technology, travel, and spending time with his family.

Reviews

[Giulia]

Per lavoro.
Non posso raccontare niente, ma ho apprezzato particolarmente l'idea di questa "operazione Thrall". Un po' inquietante, molto intrigante.

[Walter Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Yoder family continues.

This is a story I didn't think I'd enjoy. It centers on another Yoder girl and her fiance going to China and finding trouble. Then, we find Olivia's mission from the last book was not the success we thought it wad. And it has zombies. I don't care about zombies. But, Roth an and Drummond do a good turn on them. The idea of they use harkens back to the early stories from Haiti, which helped. The writing is a bit , which I attribute to having two authors.
That said, it took me two bedtime reasons to read the story. I didn't want to get sucked in, I wanted to dislike this story, but I enjoyed it, which says a lot about the author's skill. You cannot ask for more from an author.

[dennis miles · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding

Well written, well laid out, without major distraction. Which is saying something when the start was multiversal and a blend of a series that has a super secret mystery organization and a deep background of super science or sorcery. Highly entertaining, highly recommended. Wonder if they thought of doing a series on Narmer through the ages?

[Iain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Thrilling Sequel

Mr. Rothman writes gripping action novels with fascinating scientific details that enhance the story without distracting from the action. His work is fun, entertaining, and you feel a little smarter after reading it.

[John Strickland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just a hint of magic

Just the right amount of an edge to make most anything possible. Extreme evil and and not so far fetched event that could become a reality at any day is put down by our Alicia.

[Patrick · Rating 4 out of 5]

Operation Thrall

This story sounds too believable. After what happened with Covid, this could actually happen. Or maybe it’s in the process. Having biological experiments go wrong is in our future, whether it’s here, China or somewhere else.

[Sharon Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellently written fast moving answer to biological terror!

Hard to put down. The above headline says it all! Keep up the good work. I’ll be looking forward to reading the next installment of Alicia's efforts to 'make the world a better place.'

[DAVID O · Rating 5 out of 5]

Engaging story

Good follow-up to New Arcadia. Plausible leaps for tech (discussed in an addendum, which is an interesting addition)

More Bagel, please

[tony braddon · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good read
Good story
Good characters

[Bill · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Yoder chronicles keep getting better and better. An excellent science fiction thriller.

[Rod · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short reads which is nice. Makes it easier for me to keep track of plots. I think I prefer the Levi series a little more.
The cat is fun. Not as fun as Dean Koontz dogs but still fun.

[Chris Hansen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Zombies from China

A secret agent action story that moves quickly. Great for the pool side or an airplane ride. Alecia roughs out her agent skills, gets a cat, and saves the day.

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

high adventure - again

I liked this one quite a bit. this takes off on COVID. Good medical background for story. lots of adventure. good read