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Titus Ray Thrillers #6
Two Steps Forward
CIA operative Titus Ray expects the unexpected.
Just not this time. Just not this way. Just not on his honeymoon.
An unexpected encounter in Morocco . . .
Titus and Nikki begin their new life together in a church ceremony in Norman, Oklahoma and immediately fly to Marrakesh, Morocco for their honeymoon. Then, the unexpected happens, and Titus has an encounter with Jihadi terrorist Baran Asan.
An unexpected discovery in Israel . . .
Cutting their honeymoon short, Titus and Nikki head over to Israel to search for their foster child's grandmother, but then an unexpected discovery leads to a second sighting of Baran Asan and reveals disturbing news about a planned assassination in Iraq.
An unexpected assassination in Iraq . . .
With time running out, the Agency sends Titus to Baghdad to prevent the assassination of the Iraqi Prime Minister. But is he really the assassin's target? Could it be someone else?
Book VI in the Titus Ray Thriller Series is a spellbinding adventure of the unexpected, where Titus learns to rely on his fledgling faith, confront his past failures, and embrace a new life with Nikki Saxon Ray.
What People Are Saying About Titus Ray Thrillers:
"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."
Purchase this international fast-paced thriller TODAY!
Just not this time. Just not this way. Just not on his honeymoon.
An unexpected encounter in Morocco . . .
Titus and Nikki begin their new life together in a church ceremony in Norman, Oklahoma and immediately fly to Marrakesh, Morocco for their honeymoon. Then, the unexpected happens, and Titus has an encounter with Jihadi terrorist Baran Asan.
An unexpected discovery in Israel . . .
Cutting their honeymoon short, Titus and Nikki head over to Israel to search for their foster child's grandmother, but then an unexpected discovery leads to a second sighting of Baran Asan and reveals disturbing news about a planned assassination in Iraq.
An unexpected assassination in Iraq . . .
With time running out, the Agency sends Titus to Baghdad to prevent the assassination of the Iraqi Prime Minister. But is he really the assassin's target? Could it be someone else?
Book VI in the Titus Ray Thriller Series is a spellbinding adventure of the unexpected, where Titus learns to rely on his fledgling faith, confront his past failures, and embrace a new life with Nikki Saxon Ray.
What People Are Saying About Titus Ray Thrillers:
"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."
Purchase this international fast-paced thriller TODAY!
419 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 23, 2019
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About the author
Luana Ehrlich
43 books334 followersLuana 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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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!!
Visit Luana on--
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LuanaEhrlichAuthor
Twitter: https://twitter.com/luanasbooks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorluana...
Devotional Blog: www.hisglorymyjoy.wordpress.com.
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May 17, 2020
Titus Ray Honeymoon still business as usual
If you have enjoyed any of his other adventures you know your in for a great ride, if not don't worry it works as a stand alone but you will probably want to get his others titlesc after you've read the one.
Well Titus gets married then flies of on honeymoon like most couples only Nikki and Titus well they can afford a better venue than me, one that's good enough for the Iraqi Prime Minister as he attends an Arab Heads of State Conference. So it's not going to be your average honeymoon and avoids the problem that it would otherwise not make for a great thriller. This adventure is a bit more personal than some of his others as well the wedding but also there is Eleanor whom they have been fostering after her Dad was killed while in a opp that Titus was also on. So i will let you read for yourself what happens and it is well worth reading lots of action and question answered before but you will get to see for yourself! How does a agent work when he's a Christian and may have to kill or lie? Well your about to find out if you haven't already but this job or rather career is a big Titus love and one he excels at so makes for a great read and i really do recommend it to you. I enjoyed it and hope you do to.
If you have enjoyed any of his other adventures you know your in for a great ride, if not don't worry it works as a stand alone but you will probably want to get his others titlesc after you've read the one.
Well Titus gets married then flies of on honeymoon like most couples only Nikki and Titus well they can afford a better venue than me, one that's good enough for the Iraqi Prime Minister as he attends an Arab Heads of State Conference. So it's not going to be your average honeymoon and avoids the problem that it would otherwise not make for a great thriller. This adventure is a bit more personal than some of his others as well the wedding but also there is Eleanor whom they have been fostering after her Dad was killed while in a opp that Titus was also on. So i will let you read for yourself what happens and it is well worth reading lots of action and question answered before but you will get to see for yourself! How does a agent work when he's a Christian and may have to kill or lie? Well your about to find out if you haven't already but this job or rather career is a big Titus love and one he excels at so makes for a great read and i really do recommend it to you. I enjoyed it and hope you do to.
January 11, 2026
An action-packed thriller with a lot of humanity and faith mixed in. I especially love Titus’s brand of humor and being part of a series makes the characters feel like old friends. I am definitely becoming a fan of Carlton – his character started slow with very little personality but he needs his own book. Although this book, like the others can be enjoyed as a standalone, you will miss out on the layers of personality that builds through each book in the series. I definitely recommend this book and the series to anyone that likes spy thrillers with lots of action and some humor and romance to spice it up.
June 12, 2022
Who Is the Target?
Luana Ehrlich has written another novel with Titus Ray as the fascinating CIA operative. Titus is given a cover story as the Advance Team leader for the White House. Supposedly the President and three Congressional candidates for presidential election are stopping in Bagdad on their way to Israel. Is the President the target for the highly skilled Iranian assassin ? No one really knows. Ms. Ehrlich has done a masterful job creating tension and questions plus a side helping of romance in this book.
Luana Ehrlich has written another novel with Titus Ray as the fascinating CIA operative. Titus is given a cover story as the Advance Team leader for the White House. Supposedly the President and three Congressional candidates for presidential election are stopping in Bagdad on their way to Israel. Is the President the target for the highly skilled Iranian assassin ? No one really knows. Ms. Ehrlich has done a masterful job creating tension and questions plus a side helping of romance in this book.
January 16, 2024
Many Changes
This busy book is part of the Titus Ray Thriller Series. The series should be read in order to get a good handle on the personal relationships and river of events. This is a clean, Christian Series that contains no foul language, no sex, no gore, and minimal violence. Our hero is a newly minted Christian who is still trying to balance his work as a CIA covert operative and his beliefs. The plot is tight, and the story is well thought out. All of these books are page-turners! I have been enjoying binge-reading them all!
This busy book is part of the Titus Ray Thriller Series. The series should be read in order to get a good handle on the personal relationships and river of events. This is a clean, Christian Series that contains no foul language, no sex, no gore, and minimal violence. Our hero is a newly minted Christian who is still trying to balance his work as a CIA covert operative and his beliefs. The plot is tight, and the story is well thought out. All of these books are page-turners! I have been enjoying binge-reading them all!
November 13, 2024
Titus ❤️ Nikki ❤️ Eleanor 🩷
One thing you can say about this book is,” it’s definitely NOT boring!” Titus and Nikki are married at the beginning and go off on their honeymoon. Yeah right. Titus ends up doing his covert thing while Nikki goes to the spa. Eleanor is at home staying with her friend, a perpetual sleep-over for two weeks. They leave early to go to Israel to see if they can find Eleanors’s Grandmother and get involved with more covert action. And that is just the start of this thrilling story.
One thing you can say about this book is,” it’s definitely NOT boring!” Titus and Nikki are married at the beginning and go off on their honeymoon. Yeah right. Titus ends up doing his covert thing while Nikki goes to the spa. Eleanor is at home staying with her friend, a perpetual sleep-over for two weeks. They leave early to go to Israel to see if they can find Eleanors’s Grandmother and get involved with more covert action. And that is just the start of this thrilling story.
May 2, 2020
'Two Steps Forward' was another great add to a fantastic series, 'A Titus Ray Thriller'. I've truly enjoyed watching Titus grow as a character. He gets into some pretty hairy situations, but he always comes out on top. He makes a great lead. I love Nikki and what she brings to the story line. Full of action, adventure, great characters and descriptive scenery that makes you feel like you are a part of it. An overall good, clean spy thriller. A great add to your tbr list. Recommended read.
December 17, 2020
Finally, Titus & Nikki get married & go off on their honeymoon. But Titus has to do a favor for Carlton. Then Titus recognizes a terrorist. Then Titus spends a lot of time finding out what the terrorist of doing which takes him away from Nikki. She is more understanding than I think I would be since it's the honeymoon. There is lots of action again in this story. Very surprising what happens. As usual, I very much enjoyed the mysterious ride.
October 9, 2021
Tender and Tough
Following their wedding, Titus Ray and his bride Nikki fly to Morocco. Even on their long awaited honeymoon, Titus gets involved in a C.I. A. invegatation. They take a side trip to Israel to locate Eleanor's grandmother. On their flight, however, Titus spots an Iranian terrorist. There is a heap of action, tense moments,
surprises, heart break, as well as joyful times. Highly recommend.
Following their wedding, Titus Ray and his bride Nikki fly to Morocco. Even on their long awaited honeymoon, Titus gets involved in a C.I. A. invegatation. They take a side trip to Israel to locate Eleanor's grandmother. On their flight, however, Titus spots an Iranian terrorist. There is a heap of action, tense moments,
surprises, heart break, as well as joyful times. Highly recommend.
December 1, 2022
Another Riveting Titus Ray book—hard to put down.
If you like suspense and a wonderful story, this is the book for you. I continue to be amazed at the attention to detail Luana gives to each book. I feel she has been to each of the areas she writes about and knows it well.
The interaction with each person is so real and makes you keep coming back. My husband enjoys them too. Don’t miss any of them!
If you like suspense and a wonderful story, this is the book for you. I continue to be amazed at the attention to detail Luana gives to each book. I feel she has been to each of the areas she writes about and knows it well.
The interaction with each person is so real and makes you keep coming back. My husband enjoys them too. Don’t miss any of them!
August 16, 2024
One of the best series I've ever read.
I chose the 5 star rating to show my appreciation for an excellent book, and not only this book but the whole series. Very well written and edited, which is a plus in my mind. The only slight annoyance was when the names were changed from a first name to a last name in the story. A little confusion but I'm A really old lady so maybe it doesn't count.
I chose the 5 star rating to show my appreciation for an excellent book, and not only this book but the whole series. Very well written and edited, which is a plus in my mind. The only slight annoyance was when the names were changed from a first name to a last name in the story. A little confusion but I'm A really old lady so maybe it doesn't count.
October 19, 2024
Right after his honeymoon, Titus is assigned to head Operation Invisible Target in Baghdad. A Muslim Brotherhood assassin has been hired by the Iranians to kill someone, but the CIA does not know the target. Possible targets include the Iraqi prime minister: a Saudi official; and POTUS, who is a planning a visit to Iraq.
Meanwhile Titus and Nikki, his new bride, decide they would like to adopt Eleanor, the precocious eight-year-old orphan to whom they have been given temporary custody.
Meanwhile Titus and Nikki, his new bride, decide they would like to adopt Eleanor, the precocious eight-year-old orphan to whom they have been given temporary custody.
September 7, 2020
Riveting
Goodness, each of the Titus Ray editions gains intensity and intrigue. Luana Ehrlich's writing somehow continues to get better and she has always garnered five stars from me. She earns every one. I was curious how Titus would continue with espionage as a newlywed and will immediately begin the next book to continue the enjoyment.
Goodness, each of the Titus Ray editions gains intensity and intrigue. Luana Ehrlich's writing somehow continues to get better and she has always garnered five stars from me. She earns every one. I was curious how Titus would continue with espionage as a newlywed and will immediately begin the next book to continue the enjoyment.
September 25, 2020
Again, another excellent book
I have so enjoyed reading the Titus Ray Thriller books. They have adventure, suspense, and faith built in them with a little romance. Too many suspense books have too much romance. Also, these are clean books, no language, sex, etc in them. You can't go wrong reading this series!!
I have so enjoyed reading the Titus Ray Thriller books. They have adventure, suspense, and faith built in them with a little romance. Too many suspense books have too much romance. Also, these are clean books, no language, sex, etc in them. You can't go wrong reading this series!!
August 29, 2021
Can't wait to read the next book!!
Titus Ray is a great character. I want to be like him. Even though he makes good decisions they don't always turn out that way! I love the suspense, the drama, and the twists and turns. I've read one after another and I hope they don't stop coming. Luana has a knack and a real feel for espionage.
Titus Ray is a great character. I want to be like him. Even though he makes good decisions they don't always turn out that way! I love the suspense, the drama, and the twists and turns. I've read one after another and I hope they don't stop coming. Luana has a knack and a real feel for espionage.
October 21, 2021
Another excellent book in this series!
Just enough explanation and education of operations and protocols to help you understand how things work, but not too technical that it goes over your head or starts to bore you. Characters are well developed. Also, summarizes things well so that you don’t get repetition.
Just enough explanation and education of operations and protocols to help you understand how things work, but not too technical that it goes over your head or starts to bore you. Characters are well developed. Also, summarizes things well so that you don’t get repetition.
January 2, 2022
Another terrific read
Every book I’ve read by Luana Ehrlich in this Titus Ray series, including this one, has been awesome! Full of action, excitement, emotions, and reminders of The One who we should be living for, all rolled into to superbly written stories that I can’t put down.
Every book I’ve read by Luana Ehrlich in this Titus Ray series, including this one, has been awesome! Full of action, excitement, emotions, and reminders of The One who we should be living for, all rolled into to superbly written stories that I can’t put down.
October 22, 2022
Mission aborted
When Titus goes to Iraq to pinpoint a potential assassination victim and prevent it from happening, the asset assigned to help with the identification fails to show up. Titus is an auxiliary target but fortunately an ally steps up just in time. Oh yeah, Titus & Nikki are on their honeymoon as this unfolds. Great book.
When Titus goes to Iraq to pinpoint a potential assassination victim and prevent it from happening, the asset assigned to help with the identification fails to show up. Titus is an auxiliary target but fortunately an ally steps up just in time. Oh yeah, Titus & Nikki are on their honeymoon as this unfolds. Great book.
November 15, 2023
Excellent!
This series is so good! I love the characters, the spy craft, and the story line in each book. Honestly, the workings of the CIA are so well written and so believable. The fact that God is "sprinkled into" the story is an added bonus for me though you don't have to be a believer to enjoy these books. But I love it!
This series is so good! I love the characters, the spy craft, and the story line in each book. Honestly, the workings of the CIA are so well written and so believable. The fact that God is "sprinkled into" the story is an added bonus for me though you don't have to be a believer to enjoy these books. But I love it!
June 1, 2020
A little slow but excellent Christian/espionage adventure in Titus Ray both gets married and seeks to thwart an assassination attempt. It dealt more with his wedding than with his assignment in Iraq. The twist at the end is both surprising and sad. A definite winner over all, however.
October 11, 2021
Two Steps Forward is an exciting clean suspense story. I am loving this series. The characters are interesting and well developed while the storyline kept me engaged...I couldn’t pull myself away. The narrator gave an excellent performance.
December 31, 2021
This is a fun read. Well written.
Wholesome, intrigue, and action...
My first book by this author... Looking forward to more.
I hope Luana enjoys writing these as much as I enjoy reading them.
Wholesome, intrigue, and action...
My first book by this author... Looking forward to more.
I hope Luana enjoys writing these as much as I enjoy reading them.
May 2, 2022
Titus Ray takes a wife.
Titus and Nikki have a lovely wedding and go off for a honeymoon in Marrakesh. Is it any surprise when his next assign is in that part of the world? He and Nikki don't even get to open their gifts after the honeymoon before he is off on assignment.
Titus and Nikki have a lovely wedding and go off for a honeymoon in Marrakesh. Is it any surprise when his next assign is in that part of the world? He and Nikki don't even get to open their gifts after the honeymoon before he is off on assignment.
May 18, 2022
Two Steps Forward
This is another book on spies and government officials as well as how the hired help get their jobs done and in record time. This is my review and mine alone. Norma Gorrill
This is another book on spies and government officials as well as how the hired help get their jobs done and in record time. This is my review and mine alone. Norma Gorrill
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August 25, 2022TWO STEPS FORWARD BY LUANA EHRLICH IS A FANTASTIC TITUS RAY THRILLER SERIES TO READ . IF YOU ARE INTO ACTION ADVENTURE, SPY , JAMES BOND AND JASON BOURNE STYLE BUT BETTER HER BOOKS ARE FOR YOU. CLEAN , CHRISTIAN THRILLERS.
October 16, 2022
Enjoy this series
I love the way the author keeps the reader involved. Her knowledge of the government operations makes the stories come to life. I feel like I am watching a TV series while reading. Waiting to read the next adventure.
I love the way the author keeps the reader involved. Her knowledge of the government operations makes the stories come to life. I feel like I am watching a TV series while reading. Waiting to read the next adventure.
May 24, 2025
Not your typical honeymoon, but then Titus isn’t your typical groom either, so I expected things to be a little different. Fun to see how Titus acted when he wasn’t on “assignment” and Ben was.
I really liked the addition of Eleanor.
I really liked the addition of Eleanor.
October 31, 2025
Mysterious and Warm Feeling All at the Same Time
I love the characters in Luana Ehrlich’s books. Titus Ray is smart and kind and has interesting interactions with his co-workers. There’s a range of personalities and quirks that add reality. I keep hoping there will be more!
I love the characters in Luana Ehrlich’s books. Titus Ray is smart and kind and has interesting interactions with his co-workers. There’s a range of personalities and quirks that add reality. I keep hoping there will be more!
September 15, 2020
Awesome book!
This author is very gifted! Get books are some of the best Christian mysteries I've come across, and I read a lot.
This author is very gifted! Get books are some of the best Christian mysteries I've come across, and I read a lot.
January 18, 2021
Found it a bit tedious to be honest not much suspense!
April 9, 2021
Titus Triple-Header
Glad good things happen for Titus in this installment. Glad to watch him grow in and practice his faith in Christ.
Glad good things happen for Titus in this installment. Glad to watch him grow in and practice his faith in Christ.
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