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Bob Danforth #5
Death Ship
“Death Ship” is another suspense-filled thriller in the 45-year-long journey of the Danforth family. This fifth book in the Danforth Saga, which includes “Evil Deeds,” “Terror Cell,” “The Nostradamus Secret,” and “The Lone Wolf Agenda,” introduces Robbie Danforth, the 15-year-old son of Michael and Miriana Danforth, and the grandson of Bob and Liz Danforth. A leisurely cruise in the Ionian Sea turns into a nightmare event when terrorists hijack a yacht with Bob, Liz, Miriana, and Robbie aboard. Although the boat’s crew, with Bob and Robbie’s help, eliminate the hijackers, there is evidence that something more significant may be in the works. The CIA and the U.S. military must identify what that might be and who is behind the threat, and must operate within a politically-corrupt environment in Washington, D.C. At the same time, they must disrupt the terrorist’s financing mechanism, which involves trading in securities that are highly sensitive to terrorist events. Michael Danforth and a team of DELTA operatives are deployed from Afghanistan to Greece to assist in identifying and thwarting the threat. “Death Ship” is another roller coaster ride of action and suspense, where good and evil battle for supremacy and everyday heroes combat evil antagonists.
392 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 17, 2015
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About the author
Joseph Badal
50 books137 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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March 20, 2016
What a pleasure it was to read this thriller. I had read a review or an article somewhere that Joseph Badal is the 'best author you're not reading'. It's true! What an outstanding effort in his latest Danforth Adventure. If you've never read one of the Danforth saga books, that's okay, Badal has crafted this book so it can stand alone and the reader not be lost. Very hard to do in series fiction and Badal nails it. Give it a try, you'll be glad you did.
December 8, 2018
It was my first novel by Joseph Badal. He writes like Tom Clancy at his best, keeping you on the edge of your seat, and giving a flip at the end. He'll keep you wondering what's next, then leave you with the feeling that it all ended up right. The Danforth novel is a great thriller that will get me reading more by this author.
February 13, 2024
It was entertaining, good read
November 18, 2017
Top Notch Thriller
I was a little put off at the very opening of the book but my concerns were quickly allayed by the level of action and excitement. This is a well written thriller that keeps the reader interested in seeing what is around the next corner. This is my first Danforth Saga Book, but I am going back to read the first four because, I am guessing, they will be just as exciting as this book.
I was a little put off at the very opening of the book but my concerns were quickly allayed by the level of action and excitement. This is a well written thriller that keeps the reader interested in seeing what is around the next corner. This is my first Danforth Saga Book, but I am going back to read the first four because, I am guessing, they will be just as exciting as this book.
February 23, 2018
Top Class
This is the first of Mr.Badal's books that I've read. And I'm kicking myself that I didn't start from the start of the series. All that I can say is an Outstanding Book, an edge of your seat page turner that sucks you in from they first page and keeps you guessing right up till the last page. They good guy's and woman are real hero's that you want to see kicking the crap out of they bad guy's, and in this book that doesn't happen all the time.
This is the first of Mr.Badal's books that I've read. And I'm kicking myself that I didn't start from the start of the series. All that I can say is an Outstanding Book, an edge of your seat page turner that sucks you in from they first page and keeps you guessing right up till the last page. They good guy's and woman are real hero's that you want to see kicking the crap out of they bad guy's, and in this book that doesn't happen all the time.
October 29, 2017
A fun thriller spoiled by ideology. Better written than a lot of the free e-books out there. Paper thin cuttouts for characters prevent it from ever getting to 3 stars. However, the conservative wank-fest that continually interrupts and determines the action keeps it at one star for me. Other readers may not find this so annoying.
March 19, 2018
Fantastic series
Mr. Badal has scored another great hit with this one. Went into a complete family affair with the Senior Dansworth patrons taking grandson and daughter in law on a “vacation cruise”, all going great until they were hijacked. I don’t want to give away all the good stuff, so read and enjoy, I know that I did - on to book 6
Mr. Badal has scored another great hit with this one. Went into a complete family affair with the Senior Dansworth patrons taking grandson and daughter in law on a “vacation cruise”, all going great until they were hijacked. I don’t want to give away all the good stuff, so read and enjoy, I know that I did - on to book 6
October 7, 2018
One you can't put down!
This action packed drama is one you can't put down once you have started it. This book would make a great movie. It combines the energy of youth with the wisdom of age as it includes three generations in its cast of characters who thwart a nuclear disaster. Great read.
This action packed drama is one you can't put down once you have started it. This book would make a great movie. It combines the energy of youth with the wisdom of age as it includes three generations in its cast of characters who thwart a nuclear disaster. Great read.
March 23, 2016
Nice Story!!
Another well written and researched story, in the Danforth series. This one a high seas adventure, as usual a fast paced story, you don't want to put down. Looking forward to book 6 in the series.
Another well written and researched story, in the Danforth series. This one a high seas adventure, as usual a fast paced story, you don't want to put down. Looking forward to book 6 in the series.
November 5, 2017
This book has great action and adventure. I really liked the writing style. The book kept me wanting to read more and hating to put it down. I want to read the other books in this series. Joseph Badal will be my newest favorite author.
November 19, 2017
Death ship ( Danforth saga book 5)
A fast page turner packed with lot of data and heroisms of Grandpa Dady and son of Danforth family. This is the 1st book of this writer I have read. Joseph Badal has done a good job. I plan to read his other books in future.
A fast page turner packed with lot of data and heroisms of Grandpa Dady and son of Danforth family. This is the 1st book of this writer I have read. Joseph Badal has done a good job. I plan to read his other books in future.
December 6, 2017
Action packed thriller
A must read book for those who love intrigue and fast action. The author has written a very interesting and enjoyable book of what terror we see in the news today.
A must read book for those who love intrigue and fast action. The author has written a very interesting and enjoyable book of what terror we see in the news today.
January 31, 2018
Excellent story
Another new one for me it has an excellent story a terrorist cell attempts to attack the U S Navy with a nuclear weapon, the plot is thwarted with some intelligence work I hope the next book continues to destroy the ringleaders.
Another new one for me it has an excellent story a terrorist cell attempts to attack the U S Navy with a nuclear weapon, the plot is thwarted with some intelligence work I hope the next book continues to destroy the ringleaders.
October 31, 2017
Really enjoyed this book. Good characters and complex plot. Hard to put down. Looking forward to reading the other books in the series.
November 2, 2017
Scintillating
Fast and furious plot from the start. Many twists and turns with the human interaction between three generations of the same family.
Fast and furious plot from the start. Many twists and turns with the human interaction between three generations of the same family.
November 4, 2017
Great read. Lots of action. Have to catch up on the other books in the series.
November 5, 2017
Good Read
Action thriller that keeps you engrossed. Very apropos given what is going on in the world today with ISIS and the Middle East
Action thriller that keeps you engrossed. Very apropos given what is going on in the world today with ISIS and the Middle East
November 6, 2017
A very good and entertaining novel. I enjoyed reading this novel and recommend it to everyone.
November 7, 2017
Non stop action which keeps one engrossed to the end. A bit heavy on the patriotic side
November 7, 2017
Excellent writing!
This guy is an excellent swordsmith! Want to read all his stuff, suggest we run to the library and check out his past writings - see you there!
This guy is an excellent swordsmith! Want to read all his stuff, suggest we run to the library and check out his past writings - see you there!
November 11, 2017
Well written
This book includes terrorists attacks and CIA operatives. Sea going exploits accompany the Danforth vacation and rescue. The generations of Danforths are involved.
This book includes terrorists attacks and CIA operatives. Sea going exploits accompany the Danforth vacation and rescue. The generations of Danforths are involved.
November 18, 2017
Fast paced and heart pounding
Thrilling read. The detail of the operations and surrounding areas allows you to be in that moment. A very well written novel.
Thrilling read. The detail of the operations and surrounding areas allows you to be in that moment. A very well written novel.
November 21, 2017
Very well written. Twists and turns all through the book. Believable story line. I will follow this author.
January 8, 2018
Damon good bookshop the way to the end
Now for the other books then as I'm hooked ,brill book lots of twists and turns to keep you interested .
Now for the other books then as I'm hooked ,brill book lots of twists and turns to keep you interested .
February 18, 2018
Great read
Compelling page turner excellent and exciting author knows how to hook readers imagination right through to the last page brilliant storyline. Well done.
Compelling page turner excellent and exciting author knows how to hook readers imagination right through to the last page brilliant storyline. Well done.
June 8, 2019
Great Book
Exciting story line, definitely hard to put down. Good character development ,particularly nice to follow the family in this series.
Exciting story line, definitely hard to put down. Good character development ,particularly nice to follow the family in this series.
November 17, 2017
Another airline read that was quite entertaining. It's got lots of current context with jihadi attacks, governmental malfeasance and a very entertaining plot. The results was predictable, of course, but the twists and turns were very engaging. If you're looking for an adventure novel, this one is pretty good. I don't give novels more than three stars, usually, so this is a good novel.
December 18, 2017
An Interesting Concept
This book was an unusual concept on the terrorism subject, which made it interesting to me. However, I would find another title for the book that would be a little more descriptive.
This book was an unusual concept on the terrorism subject, which made it interesting to me. However, I would find another title for the book that would be a little more descriptive.
November 12, 2019
Action Packed covert operations
This book takes you from a seeming fun vacation to an encounter with terrorist trying to create death and destruction upon civilian and military targets. The action is a page turning read you can't put down.
This book takes you from a seeming fun vacation to an encounter with terrorist trying to create death and destruction upon civilian and military targets. The action is a page turning read you can't put down.
August 11, 2020
A Terrific Thriller
Sensational action, characters, and plot. Filled with intrigue, danger, and kidnapping, with potentially catastrophic international consequences. The pages kept turning and I couldn’t stop reading. Phenomenal!!
Sensational action, characters, and plot. Filled with intrigue, danger, and kidnapping, with potentially catastrophic international consequences. The pages kept turning and I couldn’t stop reading. Phenomenal!!
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