Four Months in Cuba

Titus Ray #4

by Luana Ehrlich

Titus thought it would be a simple rescue mission. He was wrong.CIA operative, Titus Ray, arrives in Cuba on a mission to rescue a fellow operative from the hands of the Los Zetas drug cartel. Sounds simple enough.Except it wasn’t simple . . . An unconventional operative arrives to complicate the rescue.

Except it wasn’t a rescue . . . An unexpected situation turns the mission into an escape.

Except it wasn’t a mission . . . An unexpected discovery reveals a hidden assignment.

It wasn’t a simple rescue mission. It was much more . . .More about his survival. More about his faith. More about himself.

What People Are Saying About Titus Ray

“The characters are very well-developed and believable. I enjoyed the way the author described Titus Ray's internal struggles and character flaws creating a very authentic main character. The story was action-packed and one is left wondering how the author could be so knowledgeable of the CIA and the work of their covert operatives.”

“Excellent read full of action and intrigue, with a dash of soul mixed in for good measure.”

“A fast paced story line full of cliffhangers, conspiracy and romance!”

“I'm definitely hooked on this series. Much suspense, twists and turns.”

“ I recommend these books for all who enjoy good clean fiction, especially involving current events in the world. I like the development of the characters and their relationship.”

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Genres: Christian Fiction, Thriller, Fiction, Mystery, Ebooks, Mystery Thriller, Contemporary

479 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2017

About the author

Luana Ehrlich is a USA Today bestselling author, known for her award-winning Titus Ray Thrillers, Mylas Grey Mysteries, and Silas McKay Suspense. Her novels are clean reads with intriguing plots, fascinating characters, jaw-dropping twists, and occasional touches of humor and heart-warming romance.

Although she developed her passion for spy thrillers and mystery novels at an early age, she didn’t write her first novel until her husband retired from the ministry. Now, she writes from an undisclosed location, trying to avoid the torture of mundane housework, grocery shopping, and golf stories. However, she occasionally comes out of hiding to visit with her two grandsons or to enjoy a Starbucks caramel macchiato.

Luana and her husband, former missionaries to Costa Rica and Venezuela, are now residents of Norman, Oklahoma. Email her at author@luanaehrlich.com. She loves to hear from her readers!!

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Reviews

[Angie Thompson]

Somehow this one felt quite a bit slower than the last couple. The mission itself took longer, for one thing, and there didn't seem to be quite as many twists and turns as the adventure went along. And while I was definitely invested in Ben's rescue, it wasn't quite the same not having him along on the mission. (Juliana was okay, but she's not a substitute.) ;)

I liked the spiritual thread, especially Titus learning that his prayer over a situation didn't necessarily guarantee that everything would work the way he wanted but getting to see God's perfect timing working in the end. Sometimes it's hard to remember just how little time or help he's had in his spiritual walk so far, and I loved the way someone finally reached out to help mentor him in his faith. <3 (Also, the way that happened... :D)

I wasn't as much of a fan of all the relationship drama involved in several places, but I do like the way Titus and Nikki's relationship has progressed in general. Oh, and there were some good morsels involving the relationship between Ben and his father. Also, I think my appreciation for Carlton continues to grow as more and more layers are pulled back. Overall, while this wasn't my favorite in the series, I am still enjoying it and do intend to continue. ;)

Content--mentions of blood, vomiting, wounds, and dead bodies (not graphic); mentions of kidnapping and threats; violence, gunplay, and explosions; people drugged; references to a married woman flirting and having relationships with other men; mentions of drug trafficking and terrorism; mentions of Catholic prayers and shrines; some talk about dreams and their possible meanings; some touching and kissing

[Rebekah Morris]

I really enjoyed this next story in the series. Some tense moments, many not as tense. Good conversations, old and new characters, situations that were uncertain.
I liked Titus's growth as a Christian and really liked someone coming along to mentor him in his walk.
There are bad guys, danger, sickness and wounds, but nothing graphic.

[Kaye]

I'm addicted to Titus Ray! A great character who continues to grow in his faith and provide us with action packed adventures!

[Lj]

Book 4 Titus Ray Thrillers - Captivating Read!!

Excellent book, kept me captivated from cover to cover. Titus' new mission is packed with thrilling action and adventure leading to circumstances that will test his faith.

[Jill]

LOVE these books and the characters in them.

[LANell]

Always Excellent!

I am never disappointed with a Titus Ray book. As usual, the author created a story that includes intrigue and excitement, along with Titus's growing faith. Add just the right amount of romance, and the book is excellent.

[Margaret Nelson]

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this latest Titus Ray book! The pace was just right, with lots of plot twists to keep up the reader's interest. I always get a kick out of Titus' dry humor. If you read the earlier books first, you'll understand the references to past events, but Ehrlich does a good job of filling in the gaps. It always amazes me that a woman can write such a great suspense thriller from a man's viewpoint!

[Dean Peed]

Great Read

A most enjoyable book I really like the authors style of writing. I hope she writes more novels. I will look for her boots. A Great Read.

[Mary E. Sears]

Really enjoying this series. The author sure has a lot of background knowledge.

[Dave Wheeler]

Titus Ray back in action

If you have read any of his previous adventures you will know how he operates and not everything goes to plan, well out plans anyway. This time we see his Faith straighten and tested but you need to see how and why.
Ben the son of a Senator has been kidnapped and it's Titus's job to help get him back he's also in the CIA (Ben that is). The only real headache is the kidnapping is in Cuba and it's by a drug cartel who just happen to have stolen some Siren Gas of of the Hezbollah. So a normal day for one of Americas best, and he has to work out where his relationship with the Ace Detective Nikki is going.
A great adventure that will draw you in and escape from life for a while.

[Don Glass]

Keeps getting better.

I read book four in a single day while lying in bed post surgery!
Even with a woozy brain, it tripped me from page 1 until the end.

I love the manner in which Titus grows in his faith and shares openly when he can.

Great series.

[Susan]

Wonderful book!

I love the way this book, this series, is written. The story spreads out and then pulls back together. I love the characters, the suspense, the spycraft, the action, and the bits of romance. I love the touches of Christianity. It's a very entertaining book!

[Lynn Badger]

I am loving the Titus Ray series. Luana has a way of getting you hooked on her characters so you can’t wait to read the next book in the series. The twist and turns in this one really keep you guessing.

[Carolyn Groomes]

Never Disappoints

Luana never disappoints . Her descriptions and story line are always on point. Readers are able to visualize her characters and locations well which puts you in the middle of the story. A
Ways looking forward to the next one.

[Ernest G]

A good book. An easy read. Hard to put down. It's nice to be drawn to think about Jesus in the middle of a spy thriller.

[Priscila]

This next continuation of the Titus Ray series didn't disappoint. There's plenty of action, a whole rescue mission that you know will lend itself to a lot of plot twists, plenty of thinking on one's (Titus') feet, and traveling a lot! I really enjoyed this one, but the locations may have been one of my favorite parts, being mostly centered in Cuba and the Caribbean. I loved that the story also focused on Titus' faith, and I loved the introduction of new characters, like Andrews, and the role he played (and I think will continue to play) going forward. There's a lot of testing in this story, be it in his relationship with Nikki (though I also loved their progression), his faith in the Lord, or his work scenarios, but it made it all the more fascinating to me. I loved the reminders of prayer and how the Lord's will works in our lives.

The narrator did a good job most of the time, though again, I had to give it a few chapters to get used to his voice. He nailed the different voices (difference between male and female, older and younger), but I think his Spanish could use a bit of practice. Hearing mispronunciation of words like "celebration" when it was "celebración" or "polo" instead of "pollo", to name a few, was jarring and pulled me out of the story for a bit, but other than that, it was still good to get to experience this book come alive in this way.

Seriously, as with any book in this series, I loved the suspense in this one, and I could almost hear the Mission Impossible theme playing in the background of the last chapter. Can't wait to dive into the next one! ~ 4.5 stars rounded up to 5

[Pamela Poole]

I enjoy the Titus Ray thriller series because they are well-written and free of over-describing scenes and dragging readers through too much of the characters' minds rather than using actions and words. It's interesting to see how a covert operative becomes a Christian in an unlikely country, then others notice the changes that happen to him as a person while growing in his Christian faith. It becomes more challenging to be underhanded and dishonest in his line of work, even though the information he is gathering is protecting countless people.
The only thing that keeps this series from being stellar for me as a reader is that the author retraces the meeting and relationships Titus Ray has often as his interactions occur in each book. As a reader, this is annoying and slows me down, and I think the references to the past could be much more brief and some aren't necessary for moving the plot along. But as an author myself, I know why she does this - a new reader might pick up Book 4 and wonder at some of the history behind the characters that could give them more depth about what is happening.
I'm now on book 5 and will likely keep moving through the series unless the backstory references become too much of a hindrance. Readers will enjoy starting from the beginning.

[Dawn Trainer]

Fallen in Love with Titus Ray's Faith!

It has been amazing to see a hardened by life, man who's been knocked down so often during his life humble himself and come before the Creator who loves him. As we watch him grow in each one of these books... Not so much that it's pelted more with faith than suspense and mystery, but rather where the states fits perfectly in with the suspense and mystery... I find my own faith growing... I find myself being reminded that I have to humble myself to God when I felt that my own lifestreams had fallen apart. In other words reading these books has helped get me back in a deeper relationship with my Redeemer my Savior, My First Love.

Thank you, Luana, for such an amazing series! And I'm sure you must get some of your material from people who must not be named so please thank them too.

Luana, Your imagination is amazing, your books are riveting. Your characters are endearing. And your stories of Faith are enduring. May God continue to bless you and that beautiful brilliant mind of yours! And may you continue to shine for our Beloved Redeemer.
~Dawn Trainer

[Janet Graham]

Missing Agents and WMDs
This is the fourth book in a series that should be read in order. The author does a great job of giving the new reader the story background, but there is plenty of detail that it is always best to get firsthand. In this episode, our hero needs to find a kidnapped agent. All sorts of bad stuff is going on and needs attention. It is a tight and fast-moving plot. This is a clean, Christian series. There is no foul language, no gore, and no sex. Our main character is a newly minted Christian and is still figuring out how his beliefs fit in as a CIA agent. I have really enjoyed this series and plan on continuing to binge-read it.

[Dana Michael]

Page Turning Suspense

I love Titus Ray! This book is a continuation in a series about a CIA operative named Titus Ray. This book has him looking to find a fellow spy who went missing in Cuba. This book is a page turning story that is spell binding. It has action, covert subterfuge and all the things that make a great spy book. It also has romance between Titus and Nikki. A detective he met in the first book. And a brewing romance with secondary characters. I love this series and will be reading the next book immediately.

[Kathy Dobyns]

I thought the suspense was terrific. Titus Ray is certainly used in so many different ways in your exciting stories. I was sure he was gonna be unable to pull himself out of the hole he got himself into in this story. I love his and Nikki’s relationship developing. They have certainly gone at it slow and easy. I especially loved how his love was making him realize that he couldn’t put his needs above Nikki’s if he was to marry her and still stay in his same position.
I believe Luana Ehrlich is an EXCELLENT storyteller. She has certainly mastered the art as a gear wordsmith.

[Cecilia]

Another thoroughly enjoyable Titus Ray thriller with lots of action and some interesting developments. I especially enjoyed Titus’s growing faith and him learning to trust God even though He doesn’t answer prayers in the way one expects. It is refreshing to see Titus’s faith being tested and how God steps in at exactly the right time through something or someone to keep Titus from losing faith and to learn from the experience. I am really glad he now has mentor but was a bit disappointed in the limited use of the mentor although that is probably more realistic than not.

[Jim Bean]

Fascinating with endless suspense

You will not be able to put this book down. The suspense never ends..... even at the endof this story. This is a breathtaking adventure with a bit of humor. Titus is a new creature in Christianity and his Christian concers and questions are blended tactfully in the drama of the story;well positioned within the circumstances.

I really appreciated no sexual overtones, foul language or graphic violence. This is now one of my favorite authors and characters.

[Deborah Ayars]

I enjoyed the more down to earth approach of espionage. A lot of waiting around and planning - it isn't all the glory stuff of Mission Impossible stuff. The main characters were solid, likable relatable and real. I enjoyed the twists, the behind the scenes politicking and the way they were finally able to accomplish the mission. Despite all the time it took waiting around and planning - the book flowed well - and kept my interest throughout - and right from the first chapter. Everything you want in a book.

[Jackie]

Another home run!!

This is the fourth Titus Ray novel Mrs. Ehrlich has given to her readers and it is as captivating, if not more so, than the first!! Titus continues to use the wisdom and experience he has gained throughout the years, while learning to balance his new-found faith. The test for all of the Titus Ray fans is to be patient with Mrs. Ehrlich while she is crafting "Five Years ........"

[Victoria]

I am a true fan of the Titus Ray thriller series. Four Months in Cuba is the most intense and thrilling yet as Titus and his team race to reciver the missing chemical weapons and rescue Ben from the Drug cartel that is linked to the terrorists. It's so refreshing to get an exciting read that keeps the action flowing without any offensive content. I have read the Titus Ray books to my mother, who enjoys themtoo. Can't wait for #5.

[J.L. Rallios]

What a fun, entertaining spy thriller without language or sexual content but with believable storyline and very likeable characters. Titus Ray rescues his fellow spy from his kidnappers in Cuba. That's it in a nutshell, but that doesn't do it justice. Humor, romance, adventure in varying and pleasing portions! Great job, Luana! You tell a compelling story that keeps me wanting more without making each book strictly speaking a cliff hanger.

[Sherry]

Better & better

Titus is assigned to find & rescue Ben Mitchell without stirring up an international incident between the USA and Cuba. Along the way he locates the ten missing cannisters of sarin gas that the cartel stole from fellow terrorists, aka Hezbollah. Alas, before Titus can figure out a plan, he is captured & kidnapped and winds up in the same jail with Ben. Their path to escape is a seat belt event. Next book, please!

[Carolyn]

Great read

I've read all the books in this series so far and am not disappointed. Each book has it's own theme so after reading 3or4 you're not reading the same thing over again. The book has Titus starting a new assignment. Can he work with different people in different departments in government? How has his faith in God been growing or has it? This is worth the read and can't wait to read the next one.

[A.J.]

Sarin gas, kidnappings, and a hurricane

Thrillers don't get much better than this! Current topics, many interesting characters, a twisty plot and real-life questions of faith, all wrapped up in one well-written package. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys a clean adventure story. No vulgar expletives, no explicit sex, just a good adventure with a satisfying ending. Bravo!