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Paradigm
Alan, a college student with a severe disability has reaped his vengeance against the murderer of his sister but now it is it is time for payback. He immediately finds himself on a covert mission for a fanatical dissident republican faction intent on destroying the fledgling peace process. Over three thousand lives have already been snuffed out in the conflict.But the failure of the mission hurtles him even deeper into the quagmire of indebtedness and violence as he is forced to watch the brutal murder of a volunteer. There is also beauty as he becomes entranced by a beautiful British agent almost twice his age. All the while he must continue with college if he is to have any chance of a better life in the future.Just when he feels that he has done enough to escape his predicament, he hears the name of his ultimate nemesis – Tadg Kennelly. A ruthless monster who with religious zeal will stop at nothing to bring about his dream of a united Ireland. There is no such thing as innocence or non-combatants in his mind.This is not just a thrilling tale of subterfuge and deception but also a coming of age story of someone fighting for their very soul. Torn between different allegiances he must make his way in a murky world where nothing is at it really seems.
241 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 13, 2018
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Mark Ahern
4 books4 followersMark Ahern was born in 1979 and is from Ireland. He attained a Degree in Commerce from UCD in 2000 and a Masters in European Studies in 2001.
He has written four novels to date encompassing science fiction and thrillers. At times Mark has used his experiences as an individual with a disability to write from a truly unique perspective.
Chronicles of Martan which is his sole science fiction work to date, is an epic space odyssey inspired by his love of Star Wars.
"Not the Usual Suspect" and "Paradigm" follow the life of a disabled character called Alan who first seeks revenge after the murder of his sister and then find finds himself involved in a murky world of terrorists.
His latest novel is called "The Irish Ripper". Not for the faint of heart, it tells of the hunt of an unlikely hero for a callous serial killer who has Ireland gripped in fear.
He has written four novels to date encompassing science fiction and thrillers. At times Mark has used his experiences as an individual with a disability to write from a truly unique perspective.
Chronicles of Martan which is his sole science fiction work to date, is an epic space odyssey inspired by his love of Star Wars.
"Not the Usual Suspect" and "Paradigm" follow the life of a disabled character called Alan who first seeks revenge after the murder of his sister and then find finds himself involved in a murky world of terrorists.
His latest novel is called "The Irish Ripper". Not for the faint of heart, it tells of the hunt of an unlikely hero for a callous serial killer who has Ireland gripped in fear.
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June 12, 2020
An excellent, fast-paced thriller. A continuation of the superb Not the Usual Suspect.
September 9, 2018
Irish Thriller
Irish Thriller with a twist. Follow up on Not Your Usual Suspects. Enjoyed the excellent writing and somewhat different twist on a political thriller in that the main character comes to you with a disability that makes the story quite unique in his daily spy double life. Thoroughly enjoyed this book just as much as the last.
Irish Thriller with a twist. Follow up on Not Your Usual Suspects. Enjoyed the excellent writing and somewhat different twist on a political thriller in that the main character comes to you with a disability that makes the story quite unique in his daily spy double life. Thoroughly enjoyed this book just as much as the last.
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