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Hunter Killer #4
Fast Attack
A belligerent Russia seeks to reunite the Soviet Union—starting with Lithuania. But as the US sends military support, Russia’s navy forces a dangerous face-off in the Atlantic.
Meanwhile, two US submarines become ensnared in a perilous game of cat and mouse with a mysterious Russian craft. When the US president orders all vessels back to port, Commander Joe Glass and his fast attack submarines find a way to remain at sea to engage the enemy.
But not all aboard the submarines are who they seem… and with a threatening storm bearing down, the consequences of betrayal could be deadly.
Meanwhile, two US submarines become ensnared in a perilous game of cat and mouse with a mysterious Russian craft. When the US president orders all vessels back to port, Commander Joe Glass and his fast attack submarines find a way to remain at sea to engage the enemy.
But not all aboard the submarines are who they seem… and with a threatening storm bearing down, the consequences of betrayal could be deadly.
378 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 11, 2019
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About the author
George Wallace
15 books86 followersBorn and raised in Eastern Ohio, Commander Wallace received his commission in the US Navy and a degree in engineering from The Ohio State University. After the obligatory and memorable interview with Admiral Rickover, he was accepted into the nuclear power and submarine communities. He served on two of Admiral Rickover’s famous “Forty One for Freedom”, the USS John Adams SSBN 620 and the USS Woodrow Wilson SSBN 624, during which time he made nine one-hundred-day deterrent patrols through the height of the Cold War.
Commander Wallace served as Executive Officer on the Sturgeon class nuclear attack submarine Spadefish. Spadefish and all her sisters were decommissioned during the downsizing that occurred in the 1990′s. The passing of that great ship served as the inspiration for “Final Bearing.”
Commander Wallace then commanded the Los Angeles class nuclear attack submarine USS Houston SSN 713 from February 1990 to August 1992. During this tour of duty he worked extensively with the SEAL community developing SEAL/submarine tactics. Under his command, the Houston was awarded the CIA Meritorious Unit Citation.
Commander George Wallace retired to the civilian business world in 1995, after twenty-two years of service on nuclear submarines.
Commander Wallace lives with his wife, Penny, in Alexandria, Virginia.
Commander Wallace served as Executive Officer on the Sturgeon class nuclear attack submarine Spadefish. Spadefish and all her sisters were decommissioned during the downsizing that occurred in the 1990′s. The passing of that great ship served as the inspiration for “Final Bearing.”
Commander Wallace then commanded the Los Angeles class nuclear attack submarine USS Houston SSN 713 from February 1990 to August 1992. During this tour of duty he worked extensively with the SEAL community developing SEAL/submarine tactics. Under his command, the Houston was awarded the CIA Meritorious Unit Citation.
Commander George Wallace retired to the civilian business world in 1995, after twenty-two years of service on nuclear submarines.
Commander Wallace lives with his wife, Penny, in Alexandria, Virginia.
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January 17, 2021
Great book
Loved this book. Interesting military plots and plans, almost to real but it was good. Love the characters and their development. Will read next in series
Loved this book. Interesting military plots and plans, almost to real but it was good. Love the characters and their development. Will read next in series
September 12, 2021
Awesome series
Moving on to Arabian Storm, book 5 in the Hunter Killer series. This is an awesome series! Well written, great detail, and in depth characters! Enjoy!
Moving on to Arabian Storm, book 5 in the Hunter Killer series. This is an awesome series! Well written, great detail, and in depth characters! Enjoy!
January 6, 2025
The plot was ok with this book although it was still a bit weak towards the end, leaving a lot of fall-out un addressed. Of course this might be remedied in the next book, we'll just have to see. On to the next installment, Arabian Storm
November 4, 2019
Once again Wallace and Keith have crafted a story that immerses the reader on a non-stop journey filled with intrigue, action, politics, military action and advanced technology. This story relies on well-developed characters who all have human failings, but in most cases the will to achieve their goal to ensure the overall good is preserved. There is however on character who would fit right in our current political reality. The multiple perspectives the authors used to tell the story create a world where the reader is fully engaged in its telling. I received an Advance Reader Copy and chose to provide this review.
July 31, 2020
I wondering why this book has such a high rating. I've read many many books of this genre and this book is really let down by a few issues:
1. The main female character we'll call her, is set out to be a complete bimbo that is only interested in sex and bases all her decisions around it. It's completely unrealistic.
2. The president of the united states is also set out to be a complete bimbo and doesn't take his job seriously, also utterly unrealistic.
3. The president of Russia is set out as making utterly unrealistic military decisions and having sex with gymnasts as a hobby.
4. The only real action in the book happens in the last 25-50 pages, and the rest is just plodding along.
5. SPOILER COMMENT. USA take pretty much zero losses and virtually the entire Russian navy is taken out. Ummmmm
The characters are just really unrealistic stereotypes. Russians drinking vodka and only thinking about vodka, SPOILER COMMENT (USA military taking zero losses and the Russian military being completely wiped out?)
Poor book for me, was a coin flip between 1 and 2 stars for me. Gave it 2 as the technology talk is accurate.
1. The main female character we'll call her, is set out to be a complete bimbo that is only interested in sex and bases all her decisions around it. It's completely unrealistic.
2. The president of the united states is also set out to be a complete bimbo and doesn't take his job seriously, also utterly unrealistic.
3. The president of Russia is set out as making utterly unrealistic military decisions and having sex with gymnasts as a hobby.
4. The only real action in the book happens in the last 25-50 pages, and the rest is just plodding along.
5. SPOILER COMMENT. USA take pretty much zero losses and virtually the entire Russian navy is taken out. Ummmmm
The characters are just really unrealistic stereotypes. Russians drinking vodka and only thinking about vodka, SPOILER COMMENT (USA military taking zero losses and the Russian military being completely wiped out?)
Poor book for me, was a coin flip between 1 and 2 stars for me. Gave it 2 as the technology talk is accurate.
May 14, 2021
An incompetent president leading the country, with Russia rattling their sabers about expansion. It does sound vaguely familiar. Other than that this was not a bad read. The story lines were well detailed and researched. But there was one thread that was mentioned and then forgotten. ( The placing of surveillance probes around Russian harbors) I thought maybe it would be followed up, in the next novel but it was not. I like the main story lines of US versus Russian military, those battle scenes were very entertaining. I really like the exploitation of NATO and Russian expansion. Especially with current events the way they are right now.
May 13, 2022
This was an exciting book that I had received for being part of the Advance Review Team, that I had unfortunately had buried on my tablet and just got around to reading.
This novel is an excellent thriller dealing with an aggressive Russian government and a politically weak-willed American government and the advent of military actions taken from the perspective of a submariner.
This novel would be enjoyed by military action afficiendos. I would really recommend this novel to all readers.
As with all reviews, this is just my five cents worth.
This novel is an excellent thriller dealing with an aggressive Russian government and a politically weak-willed American government and the advent of military actions taken from the perspective of a submariner.
This novel would be enjoyed by military action afficiendos. I would really recommend this novel to all readers.
As with all reviews, this is just my five cents worth.
November 16, 2023
A little too much.
The first chapter, wth the horney captain and his erection, why? Didn't relate to the story as I could tell.
Commodore of the Navy,does not go into battle. Navy Seals do not attempt missions without their team. That chapter was pointless. The girl should have been working with the CIA, and suduced the Russian spy and then finished him in bed.
Keep the politics to a minimum. We know they are clueless.
Thanks for a good read.
The first chapter, wth the horney captain and his erection, why? Didn't relate to the story as I could tell.
Commodore of the Navy,does not go into battle. Navy Seals do not attempt missions without their team. That chapter was pointless. The girl should have been working with the CIA, and suduced the Russian spy and then finished him in bed.
Keep the politics to a minimum. We know they are clueless.
Thanks for a good read.
March 3, 2024
Weak US and resurgent Russia = great story
The real resurgence of Russia under Putin and his literary counterparts creates a great opportunity for multiple authors to write their own stories. From Tom Clancy to Dale Brown to Joel Rosenberg, now Wallace and Keith bring their version. Wallace and Keith add the electronic sabotage dimension and cyberwarfare level and thus keeps it current.
The real resurgence of Russia under Putin and his literary counterparts creates a great opportunity for multiple authors to write their own stories. From Tom Clancy to Dale Brown to Joel Rosenberg, now Wallace and Keith bring their version. Wallace and Keith add the electronic sabotage dimension and cyberwarfare level and thus keeps it current.
June 13, 2020
Once again the authors have delivered on a thoroughly entertaining read. I have little understanding of most of the technical jargon used, but somehow at the same time completely understand it thanks to the writing style. The only disappointment I have is that this wasn’t longer. This story could have been a great series on its own, something akin the Andrew Watts’ War Planners series.
June 14, 2020
Glad I only paid a dollar
This book is a right wing-nut's wet dream. All of the characters are empty stereotypes. The scenario is preposterous and the authors, neither of whom ever saw real combat, seem very happy portraying a Prussian view that the military ought run a nation, not elected leaders.
This book is a right wing-nut's wet dream. All of the characters are empty stereotypes. The scenario is preposterous and the authors, neither of whom ever saw real combat, seem very happy portraying a Prussian view that the military ought run a nation, not elected leaders.
July 6, 2020
A story of suspense, intrigue and action.
The author has written a very interesting story above a country’s aggressive action to invade and overthrow a boarding country and the US’s ability and actions needed to foil that action. A fast pace and action packed story that is sure to keep you entertained and guessing.
The author has written a very interesting story above a country’s aggressive action to invade and overthrow a boarding country and the US’s ability and actions needed to foil that action. A fast pace and action packed story that is sure to keep you entertained and guessing.
August 14, 2020
Exciting naval story with a focus on submarine "cat and mouse"
Another exciting read from the authors. The story is definitely a possible scenario. The technologies are also possible. I like the way characters, developed earlier in the series and already familiar to the series reader, interact with one another and respond to crisis. I recommend this book.
Another exciting read from the authors. The story is definitely a possible scenario. The technologies are also possible. I like the way characters, developed earlier in the series and already familiar to the series reader, interact with one another and respond to crisis. I recommend this book.
January 26, 2023
Another winner
Great read for anyone who has served in the Silent Service. The politics of this story resemble current office holders. I'm sure that's not a coincidence which makes this installment so much better. I'm only giving four stars because every situation is saturated with verbosity.
Great read for anyone who has served in the Silent Service. The politics of this story resemble current office holders. I'm sure that's not a coincidence which makes this installment so much better. I'm only giving four stars because every situation is saturated with verbosity.
February 1, 2023
Incredible story!!!
Bravo to the authors! It was a first rate book. It had all the pieces - the plot, the characters, and the ambience. If you are interested in a military thriller, put this book on your list. Heck - just download it and read it next! Kudos to Mr. Wallace & Mr. Keith.
Bravo to the authors! It was a first rate book. It had all the pieces - the plot, the characters, and the ambience. If you are interested in a military thriller, put this book on your list. Heck - just download it and read it next! Kudos to Mr. Wallace & Mr. Keith.
June 5, 2020
A must read for fans of naval action stories and submarines. The characters are so well fleshed out, and the story line so realistic, that you will read it in one sitting, as i did. I am looking forward to reading more books by Wallace and Keith.
June 11, 2020
Hell of a ride
One of the best submarine stories around, lots of technical interest and a very fast pace,the writing puts you in board these boats both American and Russian. Great read.
One of the best submarine stories around, lots of technical interest and a very fast pace,the writing puts you in board these boats both American and Russian. Great read.
June 29, 2020
Fast moving yarn
Somewhat far fetched. Why the authors like to have the USN having all sorts of malfunctions and the Soviets none is baffling. Also with an imbecile of a President in the book it made me wonder if they had some sort of gripe against the US.
Somewhat far fetched. Why the authors like to have the USN having all sorts of malfunctions and the Soviets none is baffling. Also with an imbecile of a President in the book it made me wonder if they had some sort of gripe against the US.
July 3, 2020
4/5. (Actually, 4.5/5.) The fourth book in this series is a little better than the previous two and almost as good as the first. Lots of suspense as the Americans have to defeat a well-engineered and executed battle plan on land, at sea, and in the air.
November 8, 2021
Well done
I certainly recognized the wimp who was POTUS in this thriller and wonder if all the gizmos they used are truly real and available. If so, watch out China and Russia. Good job Don and George!
I certainly recognized the wimp who was POTUS in this thriller and wonder if all the gizmos they used are truly real and available. If so, watch out China and Russia. Good job Don and George!
September 10, 2023
In Fast Attack, Wallace & Keith add geopolitical satire to their gripping plot & continued education of the non-military reader. I have learned so much about nuclear submarines and their new technology that I am even more convinced that the US must continue to support Naval technology.
July 5, 2020
Excellent story!
Well written, fast paced and just a fun story to read. Looking forward to reading the next story in this series.
Well written, fast paced and just a fun story to read. Looking forward to reading the next story in this series.
August 5, 2020
Unbelievable!
I enjoyed the book, but it rushed to an ending that was beyond belief. The whiz-bang defeat of the Russians blowing themselves to pieces was too much.
I enjoyed the book, but it rushed to an ending that was beyond belief. The whiz-bang defeat of the Russians blowing themselves to pieces was too much.
January 28, 2021
This book carries on the high standard of the previous books in this series.
July 20, 2021
Great Sub Series
The fourth book in The series has a myriad of technology deployed against the Russian aggression to stop it. Interesting premise,
The fourth book in The series has a myriad of technology deployed against the Russian aggression to stop it. Interesting premise,
April 9, 2022
Wiki almost
I didn't care much for the presidential characterization. The rest was well written an keptmy interest throughout. A fine read.
I didn't care much for the presidential characterization. The rest was well written an keptmy interest throughout. A fine read.
September 9, 2022
Riviting
I love how this novel kept you interested. The suspense was more than I expected. I highly recommend this book!
I love how this novel kept you interested. The suspense was more than I expected. I highly recommend this book!
March 24, 2023
Very good, more readable than earlier books.
Did not skip that many pages of unnecessary waffle, that took away from a good story.
Did not skip that many pages of unnecessary waffle, that took away from a good story.
October 27, 2023
best yet
Terrific story with plenty tech stuff. Makes me wish I was back in the Navy. Left 63 yrs ago but remember it still
Terrific story with plenty tech stuff. Makes me wish I was back in the Navy. Left 63 yrs ago but remember it still
December 18, 2023
Fast attack
As the the first word of the title suggests.it is a fast rollercoaster of a thriller what I like is it is not bogged down in technical jargon
As the the first word of the title suggests.it is a fast rollercoaster of a thriller what I like is it is not bogged down in technical jargon
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