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Ghost Strike
They plan to bring America to its knees. But one man is standing tall…
When a United Airlines jetliner explodes over Newark, the nation reels. But that’s just the beginning - America is hit by an unprecedented wave of cleverly orchestrated terror attacks, designed to cause maximum chaos. The stock market plummets and panic spreads like wildfire.
Former Navy SEAL Travis Delta is tasked with stopping the relentless strikes. An unknown terrorist group claims responsibility, but do they really have the resources to unleash hell on an entire nation?
Delta, working with brilliant scientist Olivia Zumwald, digs deep and uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the foundations of American democracy itself. A plot led by a powerful group of insiders who plan to seize power and rebuild the nation as they see fit.
With the White House targeted for annihilation and the country on the brink of collapse, Delta is in a race against time as he fights to stop the ultimate inside job.
Ghost Strike – book 2 in the stunning action series featuring ex-Navy SEAL, Travis Delta. Perfect for fans of Lee Child, Jason Kasper & David Archer.
Previously published by the author as The Jericho Option.
What readers are saying about Ghost Strike:
“I enjoyed this political action thriller. …the story flowed well making it a quick read. Looking forward to more in this series. -Booksprout Reviewer
“Loved it. Will recommend to others.” -Netgalley Reviewer
“Another fun fast read in the Travis Delta series. …twists and turns and leads to an exciting conclusion. 5 stars.” -Netgalley Reviewer
“…fast-paced ...reminds me of a movie with lots of action and bad guys from around the world.” -Netgalley Reviewer
When a United Airlines jetliner explodes over Newark, the nation reels. But that’s just the beginning - America is hit by an unprecedented wave of cleverly orchestrated terror attacks, designed to cause maximum chaos. The stock market plummets and panic spreads like wildfire.
Former Navy SEAL Travis Delta is tasked with stopping the relentless strikes. An unknown terrorist group claims responsibility, but do they really have the resources to unleash hell on an entire nation?
Delta, working with brilliant scientist Olivia Zumwald, digs deep and uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the foundations of American democracy itself. A plot led by a powerful group of insiders who plan to seize power and rebuild the nation as they see fit.
With the White House targeted for annihilation and the country on the brink of collapse, Delta is in a race against time as he fights to stop the ultimate inside job.
Ghost Strike – book 2 in the stunning action series featuring ex-Navy SEAL, Travis Delta. Perfect for fans of Lee Child, Jason Kasper & David Archer.
Previously published by the author as The Jericho Option.
What readers are saying about Ghost Strike:
“I enjoyed this political action thriller. …the story flowed well making it a quick read. Looking forward to more in this series. -Booksprout Reviewer
“Loved it. Will recommend to others.” -Netgalley Reviewer
“Another fun fast read in the Travis Delta series. …twists and turns and leads to an exciting conclusion. 5 stars.” -Netgalley Reviewer
“…fast-paced ...reminds me of a movie with lots of action and bad guys from around the world.” -Netgalley Reviewer
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Published December 10, 2025
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January 7, 2026
Ghost Strike by Russ Stone is the second book in the A Travis Delta thriller series and WoW what another excellent book this was. . . . It was another fast paced book which was full of action and I loved the main character Travis Delta, is just excellent in every way! Travis is ex-SEAL and now working for an off the books private company they take all jobs from the U.S. government can't do.
The beginning of this latest book started with a Bang! When a United Airlines jetliner explodes over Newark. Now, the nation goes into overdrive. But this is just the beginning.......of more things to come their way!
Now, America is hit by an unprecedented wave of cleverly orchestrated terror attacks, which is designed to cause maximum chaos to everyone around!!!. Everything will be affected especially the Stock Markets around the world as they plummet quickly and and panic spreads like wildfire. When will it stop?
Travis Delta is tasked to stop the relentless strikes. But, no one knows who is responsible for it, as they are a unknown terrorist group and now they are claiming responsibility, but do they really have the resources to carry out their threats?
Now............. Delta needs help and joins force and starts working with a brilliant scientist called Olivia Zumwald, when they digs deep and uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the foundations of American democracy itself. But, the plot is led by a powerful group of insiders who plan to seize power and rebuild the nation as they see fit.
With the White House targeted for annihilation and the country on the brink of collapse, Delta is in a race against time as he fights to stop the ultimate inside job.
WoW, this book was so good I ended up glued to my kindle until I had finished!!! Superb writing!!
Just like the first book it was full of twists and turns throughout and I never got bored with it, I could not turn the pages quick enough to find out what happens next and especially if Delta solves the cases he has been a signed to! I loved this book as well start and I was lucky enough to go straight into this book within A Travis Delta series!
Big Thank you to NetGalley and especially Inkubator Books for my ARC's.
The beginning of this latest book started with a Bang! When a United Airlines jetliner explodes over Newark. Now, the nation goes into overdrive. But this is just the beginning.......of more things to come their way!
Now, America is hit by an unprecedented wave of cleverly orchestrated terror attacks, which is designed to cause maximum chaos to everyone around!!!. Everything will be affected especially the Stock Markets around the world as they plummet quickly and and panic spreads like wildfire. When will it stop?
Travis Delta is tasked to stop the relentless strikes. But, no one knows who is responsible for it, as they are a unknown terrorist group and now they are claiming responsibility, but do they really have the resources to carry out their threats?
Now............. Delta needs help and joins force and starts working with a brilliant scientist called Olivia Zumwald, when they digs deep and uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the foundations of American democracy itself. But, the plot is led by a powerful group of insiders who plan to seize power and rebuild the nation as they see fit.
With the White House targeted for annihilation and the country on the brink of collapse, Delta is in a race against time as he fights to stop the ultimate inside job.
WoW, this book was so good I ended up glued to my kindle until I had finished!!! Superb writing!!
Just like the first book it was full of twists and turns throughout and I never got bored with it, I could not turn the pages quick enough to find out what happens next and especially if Delta solves the cases he has been a signed to! I loved this book as well start and I was lucky enough to go straight into this book within A Travis Delta series!
Big Thank you to NetGalley and especially Inkubator Books for my ARC's.
December 10, 2025
Travis Delta kicks ass again in Ghost Strike, volume # 2 in his series. A one-man wrecking crew for private contractor Snakeriver, he's tasked this time with helping stop the rash of terror attacks from planes shot from the sky, to chemicals and glasses affecting the water supply and air, and to buildings and trucks exploding. Combined these attacks are tanking the nation's economy, while a group of wealthy insiders is reaping the profits. Could there be a connection?
Suffice it to say that Travis Delta will get to the bottom of it. His intuition and skillset not only confounds everyone from the FBI to CIA, but even his own boss at Snakeriver seems like just a spectator as Delta solely figures things out in an uncanny way. Luckily for him, he gets to administer plenty of his brand of justice to those who deserve what's coming to them.
Like in the first volume, this was a compelling plot that moved quickly and kept my attention. Once again, though, Delta's genius at seeing what's coming next and how to respond without any doubts borders on disbelief at times. Which begs the question - is Delta actually human, or is he some advanced AI bot that always know the right answers? Read the book, and then you can be the judge of that.
AI bot or human being aside, this still was an enjoyable read. With Stone already readying volume #3 in record time, I'll look forward to seeing what Delta has to face next, and if any elements of fallible humanity ever creep in to alter his methodology.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Suffice it to say that Travis Delta will get to the bottom of it. His intuition and skillset not only confounds everyone from the FBI to CIA, but even his own boss at Snakeriver seems like just a spectator as Delta solely figures things out in an uncanny way. Luckily for him, he gets to administer plenty of his brand of justice to those who deserve what's coming to them.
Like in the first volume, this was a compelling plot that moved quickly and kept my attention. Once again, though, Delta's genius at seeing what's coming next and how to respond without any doubts borders on disbelief at times. Which begs the question - is Delta actually human, or is he some advanced AI bot that always know the right answers? Read the book, and then you can be the judge of that.
AI bot or human being aside, this still was an enjoyable read. With Stone already readying volume #3 in record time, I'll look forward to seeing what Delta has to face next, and if any elements of fallible humanity ever creep in to alter his methodology.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 4, 2026
Ghost Strike is part of the Travis Delta series. It opens with a shocking airline crash just before the plane lands. Investigators soon discover that a drone was responsible for the disaster. More attacks follow. A passenger ship explodes. A senior political figure is killed. Water and air supplies are poisoned. Fear spreads fast.
The FBI and CIA struggle to find a pattern. Terror groups claim responsibility, but the clues do not add up. As a last resort, the agencies turn to Snake River, a private contractor. Travis Delta, a former intelligence specialist, takes charge.
Delta connects the events with rare speed and confidence. He believes the attacks come from wealthy insiders, not terrorists. The plot introduces advanced drone technology. Swarm-controlled drones act without human control. This idea adds urgency and realism to the threat.
The story moves at a relentless pace. Each chapter raises the stakes. Delta delivers swift justice and never hesitates. At times, his insight feels almost superhuman. Still, the action remains gripping and entertaining.
Overall, this is a fast, engaging thriller. It works well as a weekend read. Fans of high-tech action will enjoy the ride and look forward to the next instalment.
Thank you, Booksprout, for providing an advance copy of the book for review
The FBI and CIA struggle to find a pattern. Terror groups claim responsibility, but the clues do not add up. As a last resort, the agencies turn to Snake River, a private contractor. Travis Delta, a former intelligence specialist, takes charge.
Delta connects the events with rare speed and confidence. He believes the attacks come from wealthy insiders, not terrorists. The plot introduces advanced drone technology. Swarm-controlled drones act without human control. This idea adds urgency and realism to the threat.
The story moves at a relentless pace. Each chapter raises the stakes. Delta delivers swift justice and never hesitates. At times, his insight feels almost superhuman. Still, the action remains gripping and entertaining.
Overall, this is a fast, engaging thriller. It works well as a weekend read. Fans of high-tech action will enjoy the ride and look forward to the next instalment.
Thank you, Booksprout, for providing an advance copy of the book for review
December 16, 2025
I received an ARC through "Booksprout" and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
This story has Trent in Somalia where he is on a mission to rescue an Under Secretary of State. The mission is a success and he returns to Heaven.He is once called again to go to D.C. as the result of an unknown party shooting down an aircraft with Chinese passengers on board, As the story continues as there are several more types of terror attacks which happen again by unknown individuals. Trent comes aboard to locate the people responsible. One individual is eventually identified after an attack at the Naval Academy where Trent is able to get a Facial recognition on him. Trent then makes plans to go to NYC, but someone from the FBI releases that person's name and a picture of what he looks like.
Follow Trent and the other individuals that are searching for the responsible parties. Learn where Trent finally is able to find information which points to specific parties as well as to a potential plan that will happen in the future. Discover what that planned event was, who assisted Trent to stop it and how everything worked out in the end.
This book will definitely keep your interest, don't miss out!
This story has Trent in Somalia where he is on a mission to rescue an Under Secretary of State. The mission is a success and he returns to Heaven.He is once called again to go to D.C. as the result of an unknown party shooting down an aircraft with Chinese passengers on board, As the story continues as there are several more types of terror attacks which happen again by unknown individuals. Trent comes aboard to locate the people responsible. One individual is eventually identified after an attack at the Naval Academy where Trent is able to get a Facial recognition on him. Trent then makes plans to go to NYC, but someone from the FBI releases that person's name and a picture of what he looks like.
Follow Trent and the other individuals that are searching for the responsible parties. Learn where Trent finally is able to find information which points to specific parties as well as to a potential plan that will happen in the future. Discover what that planned event was, who assisted Trent to stop it and how everything worked out in the end.
This book will definitely keep your interest, don't miss out!
December 9, 2025
This is a top notch political thriller that had me riveted right from the start. Someone is committing huge crimes, picking off big targets like an airliner, a politician and so on but the organisation claiming credit is unknown to the authorities. Travis Delta is brought in to assist.
I found this a fast paced, tense read with a storyline that was totally compelling and hard to resist. I loved the apparent randomness of the crimes and the perpetrators and how long it took to figure things out. This is only the second in the series but both books are of high quality and I can't wait to read more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I found this a fast paced, tense read with a storyline that was totally compelling and hard to resist. I loved the apparent randomness of the crimes and the perpetrators and how long it took to figure things out. This is only the second in the series but both books are of high quality and I can't wait to read more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 16, 2025
Book #2 in the Travis Delta series. As a contractor for SnakeRiver, Travis goes where they send him, and with his skill set, that could be anywhere. When a series of attacks threatens the US, Travis's assignment is "Stop them at any cost." Just as in the first book, readers are taken on a high-stakes investigation by a man who loves his country and hates those who don't. The twists come regularly until it's revealed that the attacks are coming from inside the government. With the clock counting down until the next strike, Travis will teach these homegrown terrorists what it means to be on his wrong side.
December 3, 2025
I enjoyed this political action thriller. Our hero Travis Delta saves the day using his special brand of justice. Beware, lots of political opinions are expressed throughout the story along with characters with racist views, which in my opinion, is to be expected in a political thriller.
I felt the story flowed well making it a quick read. Looking forward to more in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I felt the story flowed well making it a quick read. Looking forward to more in this series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 20, 2025
Ok this book was so much better than book one. As stated in my review of Hollow Point I struggled staying focused. This book however completely held my attention all the way through. What a wonderful action packed thriller with a hint at a possible romance in Delta’s future. Looking forward to book three very much. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book provided by booksprout.
December 27, 2025
Great political thriller with non stop action.
From the opening scene it absolutely grabs you and does not let go.
Delta is called in to stop the killings and find the underground terrorists planning to wreak havoc on the US and the American people.
Absolutely top notch mystery thriller with enough realistic touches to scare the living day lights out of anyone with sense enough to understand today's fractions and factions.
From the opening scene it absolutely grabs you and does not let go.
Delta is called in to stop the killings and find the underground terrorists planning to wreak havoc on the US and the American people.
Absolutely top notch mystery thriller with enough realistic touches to scare the living day lights out of anyone with sense enough to understand today's fractions and factions.
December 10, 2025
Real page turner full of nonstop action, suspense, danger and close calls that keeps you on tenterhooks.There's fabulous twist in the plot that had me biting my nails while waiting for the other shoe to drop cause there's plenty of betrayal on the horizon.
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December 14, 2025"Ghost Strike" is a brilliantly crafted thriller, with Russ Stone delivering gripping action and a stellar plot. It's suspenseful, engaging, and utterly captivating.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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