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Hostile Extraction
The next world war won’t start by mistake—it’s already on the calendar.
When CIA asset Laila Malik vanishes mid-operation, David Shaw and his Invictus team launch a desperate hunt to find her. But the search for the assassin-turned-spy exposes a dark truth built on power, profit, and blood.
A covert alliance of global elites is engineering war for gain. Ukraine is their latest payday. And Laila Malik is trapped at the center.
As these hidden players manipulate governments, defense giants, and intelligence networks, they push nations toward open conflict—fueling chaos to build their empires and cash in on the carnage.
But as Shaw closes in, every advantage turns against him. Compromised, cut off, and caught in the crossfire, he must rescue Malik and tear through the conspiracy before the architects of war ignite the fuse that will set the world on fire.
Hostile Extraction is the latest installment in Harrison Kone’s acclaimed David Shaw series—perfect for fans of Jack Carr, Mark Greaney, and Brad Thor.
When CIA asset Laila Malik vanishes mid-operation, David Shaw and his Invictus team launch a desperate hunt to find her. But the search for the assassin-turned-spy exposes a dark truth built on power, profit, and blood.
A covert alliance of global elites is engineering war for gain. Ukraine is their latest payday. And Laila Malik is trapped at the center.
As these hidden players manipulate governments, defense giants, and intelligence networks, they push nations toward open conflict—fueling chaos to build their empires and cash in on the carnage.
But as Shaw closes in, every advantage turns against him. Compromised, cut off, and caught in the crossfire, he must rescue Malik and tear through the conspiracy before the architects of war ignite the fuse that will set the world on fire.
Hostile Extraction is the latest installment in Harrison Kone’s acclaimed David Shaw series—perfect for fans of Jack Carr, Mark Greaney, and Brad Thor.
382 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 28, 2026
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Harrison Kone
23 books23 followersHarrison is ardently committed to story and narrative, that a good narrative is driven by believable and compelling characters whose struggles are sincere, difficult, and meaningful. Story has spurred humanity into the greatest of endeavors, and valuable contribution is made to the larger human narrative with the telling of a good story.
Inspired by the great stories of Tolkien, Pressfield, Dumas, and others, Harrison strives to build on the foundation of humanity’s story to inspire to action, provoke to thought, and call to integrity all who choose to read his work. His gratitude to you is sincere and deep.
Harrison lives in Florida with his wife and two daughters.
Inspired by the great stories of Tolkien, Pressfield, Dumas, and others, Harrison strives to build on the foundation of humanity’s story to inspire to action, provoke to thought, and call to integrity all who choose to read his work. His gratitude to you is sincere and deep.
Harrison lives in Florida with his wife and two daughters.
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October 6, 2026
Loved it!
August 2, 2026
I received an ARC through "Severn River" and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
The story begins with a meeting between Stovall and Sofia as they agree to join forces to control the opening that the deaths of Rykov and Barakat left. Sofia believes that she is controlling Invictus by feeding them information. Stovall believes that Russia will invade Ukraine soon and once Nato becomes involved he will be making money hand over fist.
The story then turns to Syria where Shaw has information that the terrorist el-Shahan is located and he has a captured American. Shaw's mission is to free the American and bring el-Shahan to justice. Things get dicey in the mission as el-Shahan has gotten to a tunnel where Shaw's team and El-Shahn's men get into a firefight. Shaw is able to get the American free and has overcome the initial terrorist's force when another group is coming from the other end of the tunnel to reinforce el-Shahan. Things are touch and go, but they were able to escape once they received air support.
After returning back to the headquarters, the asset that they received the info on el-Shahan is captured and their next mission is to rescue her. As they were making their way to Ukraine when Laila, the asset, is located, war breaks out between Russia and Ukraine. The plane they are traveling in shot down and they soon have to defend themselves.
Read about the events that the group gets involved in when in Ukraine, how Laila plays a role, and how it all plays out in the end, then you need to read this book. The action is immense and the ending answers all questions. This book is definitely worth the read, don't miss out!
The story begins with a meeting between Stovall and Sofia as they agree to join forces to control the opening that the deaths of Rykov and Barakat left. Sofia believes that she is controlling Invictus by feeding them information. Stovall believes that Russia will invade Ukraine soon and once Nato becomes involved he will be making money hand over fist.
The story then turns to Syria where Shaw has information that the terrorist el-Shahan is located and he has a captured American. Shaw's mission is to free the American and bring el-Shahan to justice. Things get dicey in the mission as el-Shahan has gotten to a tunnel where Shaw's team and El-Shahn's men get into a firefight. Shaw is able to get the American free and has overcome the initial terrorist's force when another group is coming from the other end of the tunnel to reinforce el-Shahan. Things are touch and go, but they were able to escape once they received air support.
After returning back to the headquarters, the asset that they received the info on el-Shahan is captured and their next mission is to rescue her. As they were making their way to Ukraine when Laila, the asset, is located, war breaks out between Russia and Ukraine. The plane they are traveling in shot down and they soon have to defend themselves.
Read about the events that the group gets involved in when in Ukraine, how Laila plays a role, and how it all plays out in the end, then you need to read this book. The action is immense and the ending answers all questions. This book is definitely worth the read, don't miss out!
September 7, 2026
Hostile Extraction is an action-packed military thriller and the fifth book in Harrison Kone's David Shaw series. The story takes place in 2022, against the early stages of the Russia-Ukraine war. It mixes real events with a fictional conspiracy involving military companies, intelligence agencies and powerful global figures.
David Shaw and his Invictus team are trying to stop an organisation that wants to influence world events. They face Anderson Stovall, the head of a private military company who sees the coming conflict as a major business opportunity. Shaw's mission becomes more complicated when an intelligence asset is captured and he must rescue her.
The story begins with a dangerous operation in Syria. Shaw and his team attempt to rescue an American captive and capture a terrorist leader. The mission leads to a tense firefight. The action then moves to Ukraine, where Shaw's team becomes caught in the outbreak of war.
The novel has an interesting plot and plenty of action. The plot moves through several locations and combines military operations with political intrigue. Readers who enjoy this genre will find much to like.
However, the book could have benefited from tighter editing. Some passages contain repetitive thoughts and unnecessary details. Cutting around 10 to 20 per cent would have made the story sharper and faster.
Overall, it is an entertaining thriller with some weaknesses but plenty of action.
Thank you Severn Rivers Publishing for an advance copy of the book for review. All opinions mentioned here are mine alone.
David Shaw and his Invictus team are trying to stop an organisation that wants to influence world events. They face Anderson Stovall, the head of a private military company who sees the coming conflict as a major business opportunity. Shaw's mission becomes more complicated when an intelligence asset is captured and he must rescue her.
The story begins with a dangerous operation in Syria. Shaw and his team attempt to rescue an American captive and capture a terrorist leader. The mission leads to a tense firefight. The action then moves to Ukraine, where Shaw's team becomes caught in the outbreak of war.
The novel has an interesting plot and plenty of action. The plot moves through several locations and combines military operations with political intrigue. Readers who enjoy this genre will find much to like.
However, the book could have benefited from tighter editing. Some passages contain repetitive thoughts and unnecessary details. Cutting around 10 to 20 per cent would have made the story sharper and faster.
Overall, it is an entertaining thriller with some weaknesses but plenty of action.
Thank you Severn Rivers Publishing for an advance copy of the book for review. All opinions mentioned here are mine alone.
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