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INTEL 1 #1-4
INTEL 1: Books 1-4
Four Action-Packed Political Techno-Thrillers
“A MONSTER NEW TALENT IN THE THRILLER GENRE."
—Allan Leverone, author of Final Vector
THE RAGNARÖK CONSPIRACY "Fortify your shelf of Armageddon thrillers with this promising newcomer." -Library Journal
A Western terrorist organization targets Muslims around the world, and FBI agent John Savas must put aside the loss of his son and work with a man who symbolizes all he has come to hate. Both are drawn into a race against time to stop the plot of an American bin Laden and prevent a global catastrophe.
"Outrageously entertaining: epic, explosive, subversive, engaged and compassionate, like a Michael Bay movie written by Aaron Sorkin." -Chris Brookmyre, author of Where The Bodies Are Buried
EXTRAORDINARY RETRIBUTION Murder, torture, and vengeance collide to threaten the highest echelons of power.
"Startlingly dark" -San Francisco/Sacramento Book Reviews "A labyrinth of highly charged action" -Tome Tender "A plot that never stops" -Foreword Reviews Evil is not born of madness, but madness of evil. Follow a rogue CIA agent who uncovers a shocking conspiracy deep in the intelligence community. But a shadow follows the investigation: a killer bent on a revenge so terrible, it is only matched by the crimes committed against him. In the end, no one escapes unscathed, no beliefs will go unchallenged, and no wrong will escape the terrible, final, and extraordinary retribution.
"Stebbins nails it with this book. Just when you think you have the recipe down for international thrillers, an author upends it and creates multifaceted characters and a plot that never stops. Intrigue, murder, ethics, religion, romance, an international setting...the author has packed everything" -Foreword Reviews "A fast-paced international thriller...the twists and turns of plot continue right up to the last emotionally-charged paragraph" -Midwest Book Review "An addictive page turner and heart pounding thrill ride... an absolute must-read. You won´t be able to put it down." -Internet Review of Books THE ANONYMOUS SIGNAL The global financial system is in chaos. World leaders have been compromised. An unstoppable computer virus eats through the Internet. They are Anonymous. They do not forgive. They do not forget. Expect their signal.
"Hang on tight for this one" -Tome Tender "A thrilling and frightening story" -Portland Book Review "Excellent, detailed plot, and clever storytelling" -San Francisco Book Review THE NASH CRITERION We believed our government was of the people, by the people, and for the people. We were wrong.
A terrorist's last words lead a team of special agents to the discovery of an unimaginable global conspiracy. But time is running out. The numbers are converging. Can a group of fugitive FBI and CIA operatives prevent the coming catastrophe before the world crosses the Nash Criterion?
"Complex and intelligent" -Manhattan Book Review "Tense and exhilarating" -Portland Book Review "A chilling, fascinating, thought provoking thrill ride" -Internet Review of Books
Three Armageddon Scenarios. Two Unusual Love Stories. One Secretive Intelligence Branch.
“A MONSTER NEW TALENT IN THE THRILLER GENRE."
—Allan Leverone, author of Final Vector
THE RAGNARÖK CONSPIRACY "Fortify your shelf of Armageddon thrillers with this promising newcomer." -Library Journal
A Western terrorist organization targets Muslims around the world, and FBI agent John Savas must put aside the loss of his son and work with a man who symbolizes all he has come to hate. Both are drawn into a race against time to stop the plot of an American bin Laden and prevent a global catastrophe.
"Outrageously entertaining: epic, explosive, subversive, engaged and compassionate, like a Michael Bay movie written by Aaron Sorkin." -Chris Brookmyre, author of Where The Bodies Are Buried
EXTRAORDINARY RETRIBUTION Murder, torture, and vengeance collide to threaten the highest echelons of power.
"Startlingly dark" -San Francisco/Sacramento Book Reviews "A labyrinth of highly charged action" -Tome Tender "A plot that never stops" -Foreword Reviews Evil is not born of madness, but madness of evil. Follow a rogue CIA agent who uncovers a shocking conspiracy deep in the intelligence community. But a shadow follows the investigation: a killer bent on a revenge so terrible, it is only matched by the crimes committed against him. In the end, no one escapes unscathed, no beliefs will go unchallenged, and no wrong will escape the terrible, final, and extraordinary retribution.
"Stebbins nails it with this book. Just when you think you have the recipe down for international thrillers, an author upends it and creates multifaceted characters and a plot that never stops. Intrigue, murder, ethics, religion, romance, an international setting...the author has packed everything" -Foreword Reviews "A fast-paced international thriller...the twists and turns of plot continue right up to the last emotionally-charged paragraph" -Midwest Book Review "An addictive page turner and heart pounding thrill ride... an absolute must-read. You won´t be able to put it down." -Internet Review of Books THE ANONYMOUS SIGNAL The global financial system is in chaos. World leaders have been compromised. An unstoppable computer virus eats through the Internet. They are Anonymous. They do not forgive. They do not forget. Expect their signal.
"Hang on tight for this one" -Tome Tender "A thrilling and frightening story" -Portland Book Review "Excellent, detailed plot, and clever storytelling" -San Francisco Book Review THE NASH CRITERION We believed our government was of the people, by the people, and for the people. We were wrong.
A terrorist's last words lead a team of special agents to the discovery of an unimaginable global conspiracy. But time is running out. The numbers are converging. Can a group of fugitive FBI and CIA operatives prevent the coming catastrophe before the world crosses the Nash Criterion?
"Complex and intelligent" -Manhattan Book Review "Tense and exhilarating" -Portland Book Review "A chilling, fascinating, thought provoking thrill ride" -Internet Review of Books
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First published July 8, 2016
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Erec Stebbins
25 books146 followersErec Stebbins is a biomedical researcher who writes novels in a variety of genres, focusing on thrillers and science fiction. His work has been praised for its action and thrills alongside a deeper, often philosophical angle. The Internet Review of Books dubbed him "master of the thinking reader's techno thriller".
His novels have been called "unique" and "pulse-pounding" ( The Ragnarök Conspiracy), "altogether profound, reminiscent of Bradbury and Dan Simmons’ Hyperion" (Daughter of Time Trilogy), and "startlingly dark" (Extraordinary Retribution) with five star ratings in Foreword Reviews, San Francisco Book Reviews, Portland Book Review, and others. His Daughter of Time trilogy is a Foreword Reviews' 2015 INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalist.
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His novels have been called "unique" and "pulse-pounding" ( The Ragnarök Conspiracy), "altogether profound, reminiscent of Bradbury and Dan Simmons’ Hyperion" (Daughter of Time Trilogy), and "startlingly dark" (Extraordinary Retribution) with five star ratings in Foreword Reviews, San Francisco Book Reviews, Portland Book Review, and others. His Daughter of Time trilogy is a Foreword Reviews' 2015 INDIES Book of the Year Award Finalist.
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November 8, 2017
Omnibus Most Awesome!
I gave this series a 5 Star rating because of the total credibility and Dynamics of the stories. Tom Clancy,Dan Brown..move over. This author rips the story out of current headlines, conspiracy theories, economic for casts, political theory, and definitely cyber attacks and concerns. He does point out our frailty as a civilization very well. Can you here the warning from the work of fiction? Time will tell!
I gave this series a 5 Star rating because of the total credibility and Dynamics of the stories. Tom Clancy,Dan Brown..move over. This author rips the story out of current headlines, conspiracy theories, economic for casts, political theory, and definitely cyber attacks and concerns. He does point out our frailty as a civilization very well. Can you here the warning from the work of fiction? Time will tell!
October 2, 2019
Spell binding, one didn’t know what to expect when you start, and then to finish, with the thought it could be. The writing is down to earth, the characters seem real, you are there for the meetings. You have espionage,
threats,
threats,
May 18, 2019
Eerily realistic
The situations and scenarios presented in this box set bring all the conspiracy theories to life. What is most scary is that we continue to find evidence that all these issues are real! I appreciate what Erec Stebbens did with the characters each book. They were vibrant, dedicated, and relatable. I was hooked from the beginning and wanted every free minute to keep reading from saga to saga.
The situations and scenarios presented in this box set bring all the conspiracy theories to life. What is most scary is that we continue to find evidence that all these issues are real! I appreciate what Erec Stebbens did with the characters each book. They were vibrant, dedicated, and relatable. I was hooked from the beginning and wanted every free minute to keep reading from saga to saga.
April 13, 2020
Brilliant author! Genius writer! Captivating literature.
This series would be an outstanding video! Captivating to the point of full concentration and loss of sleep. Twists and turns, mystery, and complications kept me totally involved within the many plots that are ongoing through Book 1 - 4. Government and technological conspiracy is described beyond expectation. No guessing the ending. A must read!
This series would be an outstanding video! Captivating to the point of full concentration and loss of sleep. Twists and turns, mystery, and complications kept me totally involved within the many plots that are ongoing through Book 1 - 4. Government and technological conspiracy is described beyond expectation. No guessing the ending. A must read!
August 9, 2020
Reasonably exciting apocalyptic (cities destroyed or threatened by nuclear weapons, destruction of the world banking and internet systems, secret government programs, the worst of the world domination conspiracy theories, etc) story lines. Sympathetic characters although a little over the top on the invincibility of the protagonists. The technology is believable but taken to extremes and ending with a nod to Asimov's Foundation books.
February 13, 2020
Actually I'm only done with the first one. It took me awhile to like it at first as it seemed rather sterile and didn't include much of the human qualities of its characters. In this respect it improved as it went along, but was definitely a plot-driven book. This is hardly surprising and really what I expected from this kind of book. I did get involved in it and ended up liking it.
February 28, 2021
Well, mostly I'm glad to have finally finished this book series. The first 3 were better than the 4th book in the series. Conspiracy theories abound and lace throughout, almost leading to mass annihilation of the world. Too much like reality these days, except that there is a conspiracy and there is no one named Q.
April 4, 2019
Well Done!
By far the best series I’ve read in many, many years. Just when you think you have it all figured out, it goes off in another direction. Great characters and a great plot. Brilliant!
By far the best series I’ve read in many, many years. Just when you think you have it all figured out, it goes off in another direction. Great characters and a great plot. Brilliant!
April 12, 2019
Incredible series
I have read this series non stop and it was spectacular in every way. A genius author keeping me on the edge of my seat for days. I would love to meet him- his work is unprecedented.
I have read this series non stop and it was spectacular in every way. A genius author keeping me on the edge of my seat for days. I would love to meet him- his work is unprecedented.
May 10, 2019
Come on...
The first two books were at least semi believable. The last two were just over the top. How many times can people be shot, tortured, beat up and abused and still go on? Lots of action, though.
The first two books were at least semi believable. The last two were just over the top. How many times can people be shot, tortured, beat up and abused and still go on? Lots of action, though.
June 13, 2019
Scary look at politics and money
While not a political series, Intel 1 weaves politics into the spy game in a masterful way. Each book ratchets up the brinkmanship until book 4 which is beyond terrifying. Highly recommend, couldn't put this series down.
While not a political series, Intel 1 weaves politics into the spy game in a masterful way. Each book ratchets up the brinkmanship until book 4 which is beyond terrifying. Highly recommend, couldn't put this series down.
March 4, 2020
Well thought out story line. Literally could not stop reading this high output adventure
Lots of bad guys and villains and of course good guys and heroes! If you like action and conspiracy theories ,then this is a must read. Highly entertaining and recommend!
Lots of bad guys and villains and of course good guys and heroes! If you like action and conspiracy theories ,then this is a must read. Highly entertaining and recommend!
June 5, 2020
Loved these books!
Loved these books! The Complexity of the plot, the fleshed out characters, the non-stop action and the careful plotting made these books hard-to-put-down and suspenseful to read.
Loved these books! The Complexity of the plot, the fleshed out characters, the non-stop action and the careful plotting made these books hard-to-put-down and suspenseful to read.
June 21, 2020
4 1/2 *****
Exciting series that was hard to put down throughout all 4 books. Combines mystery, thrillers, science fiction, good guys vs bad guys (sometimes hard to tell which is which), conspiracies-all rolled into a 4 book collection that makes you want to read more.
Exciting series that was hard to put down throughout all 4 books. Combines mystery, thrillers, science fiction, good guys vs bad guys (sometimes hard to tell which is which), conspiracies-all rolled into a 4 book collection that makes you want to read more.
December 22, 2020
Brilliant series
One of the best collections that I have read in this genre since the days of Tom Clancy. Although the spin is very different with much distrust of CIA for example the intricacies and attention to detail are every bit as good.
One of the best collections that I have read in this genre since the days of Tom Clancy. Although the spin is very different with much distrust of CIA for example the intricacies and attention to detail are every bit as good.
January 25, 2021
Have only read "The Ragnorak Conspiracy" - enjoyed it for what it was, thrilling and fast paced and more plausible than previous thrillers I had just finished reading. May return and continue reading the other books at another time, but want a break from the doom/gloom/death and destruction.
June 15, 2021
Action packed drama
This could really happen. The characters evolved as they need to remain realistic. So many of the main characters were women which I appreciate with enough guys with true sex appeal. Yay!
This could really happen. The characters evolved as they need to remain realistic. So many of the main characters were women which I appreciate with enough guys with true sex appeal. Yay!
July 12, 2022
No way could I finish these
I made it halfway through book 2 of INTEL 1 Omnibus: Books 1-4, wanting to see if it would improve. Book 1 was at least readable. I try to finish books when I give them a review, but this set requires a warning - don't waste your time.
I made it halfway through book 2 of INTEL 1 Omnibus: Books 1-4, wanting to see if it would improve. Book 1 was at least readable. I try to finish books when I give them a review, but this set requires a warning - don't waste your time.
September 19, 2022
fascinating
Dialogue flows to make reading smooth and fast. Subject engaging and intriguing enough to maintain interest. Good editing, only noticed one small error (those things interrupt reading). Overall a very enjoyable and thought provoking read.
Dialogue flows to make reading smooth and fast. Subject engaging and intriguing enough to maintain interest. Good editing, only noticed one small error (those things interrupt reading). Overall a very enjoyable and thought provoking read.
December 23, 2022
Does Bilderberg exist today ?
With all the action and adventure, you can’t help wondering if there is such a global secret organization? People with wealth can no doubt have influence. Let’s hope that it’s for good of the world and not evil.
With all the action and adventure, you can’t help wondering if there is such a global secret organization? People with wealth can no doubt have influence. Let’s hope that it’s for good of the world and not evil.
April 11, 2018
Spell binding
I just finished reading the 4 stories. Full of mystery and twist and turns. Makes you really think that maybe this could really happen.
I just finished reading the 4 stories. Full of mystery and twist and turns. Makes you really think that maybe this could really happen.
July 18, 2018
Techno thriller
Good read with a lot of action. Interesting plot with a very exciting and dramatic twist. Interesting way the author tied it all together.
Good read with a lot of action. Interesting plot with a very exciting and dramatic twist. Interesting way the author tied it all together.
March 18, 2019
Well done thriller
It’s not an easy read but explodes with action and lots of doom and gloom but with a good wrap up. Lots to ponder at the end.
It’s not an easy read but explodes with action and lots of doom and gloom but with a good wrap up. Lots to ponder at the end.
March 22, 2019
Intensely terrifying.
Using modern technology as base, he built an intensely scary plot into a simulated attack on our country's, and the worlds financial foundation.
Using modern technology as base, he built an intensely scary plot into a simulated attack on our country's, and the worlds financial foundation.
April 20, 2019
Good read. I enjoyed these books.
Four different stories that are all linked. Well written and easy reading. I enjoyed all of them and would recommend them.
Four different stories that are all linked. Well written and easy reading. I enjoyed all of them and would recommend them.
May 1, 2019
Interesting take on world affairs
Many names and scenarios of past history played through these books.
Enough murder mayhem to keep the average reader going.
Many names and scenarios of past history played through these books.
Enough murder mayhem to keep the average reader going.
December 25, 2019
This series should be made into a movie or a series! It’s action filled, it’s a page turner and it will have you on the edge of your seat.
February 20, 2020
Thrilling read!
Thrilling read hedged in truth. Action packed military, FBI, CIA references, well-developed characters. Appreciate the 3 book series all in one set. Great read!
Thrilling read hedged in truth. Action packed military, FBI, CIA references, well-developed characters. Appreciate the 3 book series all in one set. Great read!
May 10, 2020
It kept me coming back for more.
Interwoven characters and plots make this book easy to stay involved in the story. Each character had their own battle but good wins in the end.
Interwoven characters and plots make this book easy to stay involved in the story. Each character had their own battle but good wins in the end.
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