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Alexander King #2
Cold War
There’s only way to stop bioterrorism. Catch it before it spreads. Just one week after an entire town in Alaska mysteriously fell ill, all two hundred of them were dead.Six months ago a famous Russian virologist entered Seattle for a World Health Conference, but then he disappeared. Coincidence? The President of the United States doesn’t think so, that’s why he’s sending in elite counterterrorism operative, Alexander King. King might not know anything about bioweapons, but he’s an expert at stopping bad people from doing bad things. And if he doesn’t get his man this time, millions of lives could be lost.
300 pages, Paperback
Published August 18, 2020
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August 20, 2020
Life As We Know It Has Changed This Year, But, What If A Man-Made Virus Is NEXT!!
This is one chilling story, with action, adventure,thrills and something happening in Alaska. A small town mysteriously has all residents become ill, soon everyone of the 200 people are Dead! Soon, in another Alaskan town, people again become sick and soon die...We thought COVID was bad, tearing life apart worldwide, but what if something worse is found in a lab...By those who are intent on bringing the USA to it's knees...
The President becomes aware of a nightmare happening now, and immediately goes to his special Team of X and Sam to find out just What is going on...X is sent to a mining company in Alaska, after confirming that six months ago a famous Russian virologist had entered the USA for a conference...And Then Disappeared... Now he is fighting extreme cold and darkness, the loneliness of being different in a small town, and the fear of not getting the job done...Then seeing many citizens in his country die from an unknown source....
This book will grab you immediately, cause you fear and anxiety, as we read of an event that IS Possible!!!! It will hold your attention straight through until the stunning finish, through relationships, fear for loved ones, and not knowing if you trusted the WRONG person...
A 5 STAR story that YOU need to read, as life is precious to each of us, and this outstanding tale will make you feel happy for all you have...
I received an ARC from the author, and I am happy to give You my honest thoughts and feelings in this review! Get This Amazing Story Today!!!
This is one chilling story, with action, adventure,thrills and something happening in Alaska. A small town mysteriously has all residents become ill, soon everyone of the 200 people are Dead! Soon, in another Alaskan town, people again become sick and soon die...We thought COVID was bad, tearing life apart worldwide, but what if something worse is found in a lab...By those who are intent on bringing the USA to it's knees...
The President becomes aware of a nightmare happening now, and immediately goes to his special Team of X and Sam to find out just What is going on...X is sent to a mining company in Alaska, after confirming that six months ago a famous Russian virologist had entered the USA for a conference...And Then Disappeared... Now he is fighting extreme cold and darkness, the loneliness of being different in a small town, and the fear of not getting the job done...Then seeing many citizens in his country die from an unknown source....
This book will grab you immediately, cause you fear and anxiety, as we read of an event that IS Possible!!!! It will hold your attention straight through until the stunning finish, through relationships, fear for loved ones, and not knowing if you trusted the WRONG person...
A 5 STAR story that YOU need to read, as life is precious to each of us, and this outstanding tale will make you feel happy for all you have...
I received an ARC from the author, and I am happy to give You my honest thoughts and feelings in this review! Get This Amazing Story Today!!!
August 15, 2020
Taken from the pages of what is happening in our country today, Bradley Wright creates a puzzle for Alexander King to follow to save the country he loves.
I would describe Alexander King as an alpha male who will go to any length to protect the people or country that he loves.
Strap on your seat belt and get ready for the ride.
I would describe Alexander King as an alpha male who will go to any length to protect the people or country that he loves.
Strap on your seat belt and get ready for the ride.
February 6, 2022
Book Review - In "Cold War," author Bradley Wright takes his CIA operative Alexander King to one of the chilliest spots on earth, Point Barrow, Alaska. The entire town of two hundred people have been infected with a deadly virus and are now dead – Bioterrorism?! Under the direction of POTUS, “Xander” King is sent to Barrow, Alaska to investigate a facility there that’s supposed to be a ‘dismembering’ facility. After additional investigation, King discovers that the facility is a Russian coverup for manufacturing the deadly virus that has wiped out the American town’s population. Extremely fast paced action thriller that impressed me. Wright is a master at telling quick and sharp stories that keeps the reader engaged and connected. He doesn't play too deeply into what motivates his characters. He gives them moral clarity and a sense of right and wrong and then tells exuberant and vigorous narratives. King and the other characters do what they must do, and Wright tells this story with well written imagery of the scenes and situations and well put-together plotlines. This was a good tale, and Alexander King is a terrific character. An enjoyable series so far…
November 6, 2020
A Good Time Was Had!!
This is just par for the course now on how good a Alexander King story is going to be. I love that Xander is placed in the situation where he has to let someone else handle the danger as well. Also I will say again that Sam is just totally a force in her own right.I also have to let it be said the I think that Zhanna needs to be given her due as well(I mean.KGB) she no slouch. This was just around good,the action is always a nail bitter. With an appearance by a Patrick,would love to see him run into Sam again. Now with a few more people clued in the Xander is alive ,won't be long before the rest of the family knows. So looking for the next story,bummer we.have to wait till next year. I vote we get a.Xmas.teaser.
This is just par for the course now on how good a Alexander King story is going to be. I love that Xander is placed in the situation where he has to let someone else handle the danger as well. Also I will say again that Sam is just totally a force in her own right.I also have to let it be said the I think that Zhanna needs to be given her due as well(I mean.KGB) she no slouch. This was just around good,the action is always a nail bitter. With an appearance by a Patrick,would love to see him run into Sam again. Now with a few more people clued in the Xander is alive ,won't be long before the rest of the family knows. So looking for the next story,bummer we.have to wait till next year. I vote we get a.Xmas.teaser.
March 9, 2021
Alexander King died. Make that faked his death. But a dreaded virus that has already killed about all the residents in a remote Alaska village and is suspected of being manufactured to wreak havoc on the United States pulls him back into the shady world of espionage and undercover operatives. The president, who owes King his life, wants his top guy on the case without making too much fuss throughout the media. As we who have lived through one pandemic already know, a virus can dominate headlines. In "Cold War," author Bradley Wright takes the fight to the 49th state's north shore, trading exotic mostly warmer locations for one of the chilliest spots on the earth. Utqiavik, formerly known as Point Barrow, isn't known for its beaches. Temperatures plunge at the top of the world. Wright does his best to explain what hunting down bad guys in snow and ice is all about but slips up on various details. Not that I've been there. But I've been close. Winter can be difficult. In nearby Prudhoe, crews don't even turn off their vehicles to prevent them from freezing up. Solid. But that detail stands as little importance. King infiltrates a mine near the community, posing as a security guard. He uncovers information that leads him to think something rotten is going on. But he also doesn't endear himself to the local population. Wright is a master at his genre. He doesn't fiddle too deeply in what motivates his characters. He gives them moral clarity and a sense of right and wrong. They do what they have to. And they don't appreciate losing. I enjoyed imagining the scenes and situations situated in the state in which I grew up, picturing the immediate blast of cold air that follows a broken window where temperatures easily dip and stay below zero.
August 21, 2020
Cold War. Bradley Wright
An entire town in Alaska has been infected with a deadly virus. All two hundred of the town's inhabitants are now dead. Bioterrorism. Alexander king, CIA operative under the direction of POTUS is sent to Barrow Alaska to investigate a facility there. It's suppose to be a maiming facility. After further investigation there are too many coincidences. Something is wrong and then King discoveries a Russian virolgist working there. The facility is a cover for The manufacture of this deadly virus. And the motive is as old as time. Money. Extremely fast paced action thriller!! Enjoyed immensely!
An entire town in Alaska has been infected with a deadly virus. All two hundred of the town's inhabitants are now dead. Bioterrorism. Alexander king, CIA operative under the direction of POTUS is sent to Barrow Alaska to investigate a facility there. It's suppose to be a maiming facility. After further investigation there are too many coincidences. Something is wrong and then King discoveries a Russian virolgist working there. The facility is a cover for The manufacture of this deadly virus. And the motive is as old as time. Money. Extremely fast paced action thriller!! Enjoyed immensely!
May 9, 2022
Good book
I liked that it was fast pace d and not to much information I don't need to enjoy a good faction book. I totally recommend it if you like action, spys, and trying to save your country. I liked that the hero had good friends and good back up and that you really weren't sure who the bad guy was until near the end. Took me 2 days to read in between doing my regular chores.
I liked that it was fast pace d and not to much information I don't need to enjoy a good faction book. I totally recommend it if you like action, spys, and trying to save your country. I liked that the hero had good friends and good back up and that you really weren't sure who the bad guy was until near the end. Took me 2 days to read in between doing my regular chores.
February 16, 2025
Who Do You Believe?
When X has to go to Alaska to find out what is happening there with a lethal virus that has already been unleashed he finds that he doesn’t know who to believe. And, that is what makes this book really good! As King and Sam are trying to find out who’s who so was I… The writing is so good that I couldn’t figure it out any faster than the clues were coming in. Great book and a great ending too. You’ll like it!
When X has to go to Alaska to find out what is happening there with a lethal virus that has already been unleashed he finds that he doesn’t know who to believe. And, that is what makes this book really good! As King and Sam are trying to find out who’s who so was I… The writing is so good that I couldn’t figure it out any faster than the clues were coming in. Great book and a great ending too. You’ll like it!
August 22, 2020
X
Seems like forever,I didn't know the next one was out! Love this series! I hope soon we see him back in kentucky,with our other favorite characters but for now I will enjoy this series and Sam and Alex where ever they go,whether its barrow Alaska or Moscow if you love action this is a must read!
Seems like forever,I didn't know the next one was out! Love this series! I hope soon we see him back in kentucky,with our other favorite characters but for now I will enjoy this series and Sam and Alex where ever they go,whether its barrow Alaska or Moscow if you love action this is a must read!
August 30, 2020
I loved this book! It's so timely too. This book is full of action- both fighting and a bit of lovemaking. We all need an Alexander King in our lives, protecting us at all costs, from enemies we don't ever know about because he eliminates the threat before we hear about them. Thanks for another great ride with Xander and Sam!
September 13, 2020
Great Read!
Great to see X back! Mesmerizing story pulled me in from the get go and didn’t let go until the final words. Wright really nailed it. Only one area concerned me without giving anything away was there didn’t seem to be a lot of concern over the broken vial. Definitely a must read that you can not afford to miss
Great to see X back! Mesmerizing story pulled me in from the get go and didn’t let go until the final words. Wright really nailed it. Only one area concerned me without giving anything away was there didn’t seem to be a lot of concern over the broken vial. Definitely a must read that you can not afford to miss
October 22, 2020
A generous 2 stars. If you love playing video games where you get to kill dozens of monsters and bad guys and don't have to think logically, this is the book for you. The body count is staggering. The literary content not so much. This was worse than Book 1. It was a real struggle for me to finish it. And so I say a final goodbye to "self-published" Bradley Wright.
November 18, 2020
King @ His Best!!!!!
WOW what an adrenaline shot!!! This adventure kept me at the edge of my seat throughout the whole book!!! Well developed story and characters!!! What can I say never a dull moment!!! What an epic ride this was!!! Ready for the next one!!! Keep them coming!
WOW what an adrenaline shot!!! This adventure kept me at the edge of my seat throughout the whole book!!! Well developed story and characters!!! What can I say never a dull moment!!! What an epic ride this was!!! Ready for the next one!!! Keep them coming!
September 4, 2021
Harry Truman's the buck stops here! Only it doesn't
Escapism workts, camera, action! I am convinced that this is really the way government works now. Its a business nothing like the founding fathers would recognize. It all about change patriotic is for the general populace. We need another continental Congress to set term and benefit limits.
Escapism workts, camera, action! I am convinced that this is really the way government works now. Its a business nothing like the founding fathers would recognize. It all about change patriotic is for the general populace. We need another continental Congress to set term and benefit limits.
January 30, 2022
US super agent goes Cold War warrior
An American Secret agent battles nefarious bad guys in frozen Alaska.
US, Russian agents and mobsters abound in this viral suspense thriller.
Lots of action and plot twists taking you from Washington DC to Alaska and Moscow.
Who’s the real bad guy? Read it and try to find out before the surprise ending.
An American Secret agent battles nefarious bad guys in frozen Alaska.
US, Russian agents and mobsters abound in this viral suspense thriller.
Lots of action and plot twists taking you from Washington DC to Alaska and Moscow.
Who’s the real bad guy? Read it and try to find out before the surprise ending.
August 13, 2022
Great book
This book held my interest through the entire book. There's a lot going on so I couldn't put it down. And now looking forward to the next book in the series. Sometimes I will get bored with a series, but I plan to read this one completely through. Would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good action packed thriller.
This book held my interest through the entire book. There's a lot going on so I couldn't put it down. And now looking forward to the next book in the series. Sometimes I will get bored with a series, but I plan to read this one completely through. Would recommend this book to anyone that enjoys a good action packed thriller.
January 28, 2023
It was an amazing story!
I want to roll up my words in how the book is exceptional. But I don't have the words to describe it. It was incredible. The plot, the characters, and the twists were magnificent! I hope that you find it as rewarding as I did. Kudos to Mr. Wright! I willlike when I read the next book in the series.
I want to roll up my words in how the book is exceptional. But I don't have the words to describe it. It was incredible. The plot, the characters, and the twists were magnificent! I hope that you find it as rewarding as I did. Kudos to Mr. Wright! I willlike when I read the next book in the series.
February 15, 2023
Again! This author wrote a great book!
So Brad can seriously write. I’ve been getting so many authors of late that have insecurity issues and have to use the biggest most arcane words you have to look up and then they spend page after page of useless dribble. Brad just gets right to it and keeps it going. Brad you rock!!!
So Brad can seriously write. I’ve been getting so many authors of late that have insecurity issues and have to use the biggest most arcane words you have to look up and then they spend page after page of useless dribble. Brad just gets right to it and keeps it going. Brad you rock!!!
May 7, 2023
Easy Reading
LOVED that characters are not reintroduced over and over in every chapter. To me, it becomes boring. And my memory is not that great! If necessary, list the characters in the front or back of the book for easy look up.
Held my attention from the start to finish. Twists and turns without being complicated.
Lite on profanity.
I want Sam and Patrick to reconnect.
LOVED that characters are not reintroduced over and over in every chapter. To me, it becomes boring. And my memory is not that great! If necessary, list the characters in the front or back of the book for easy look up.
Held my attention from the start to finish. Twists and turns without being complicated.
Lite on profanity.
I want Sam and Patrick to reconnect.
June 9, 2024
Bradley Wright sure knows how to keep a fast-paced thriller moving. The action in this novel is excellent. Great second book in a series that is hot and getting hotter. I recommend Wright to anyone who loves action-packed spy thrillers. You won't be disappointed. I listened to this audiobook. The narrator does an excellent job.
May 29, 2025
This had been on my Kindle forever and I decided it was time to read and return to KU. It had been a few years since I had read the first book but I was able to pick up from where I had left off. It was a suspenseful story and kept my attention. An interesting read and I will probably continue the series. I had also read all the previous books of Xander King which I enjoyed.
August 17, 2020
To say each time that Bradley's book is the best one yet, is to repeat myself. I think the excitement each time just grows with his skill at telling a story. This one is so timely, that the plot is frightening. It truly is a thriller.
August 25, 2020
Great Book !!!!
Second book in the series. Second book I've read by this author. Looking forward to reading more books by him. Real storyline in our crazy world. Old characters, new ones. Further developed.
Second book in the series. Second book I've read by this author. Looking forward to reading more books by him. Real storyline in our crazy world. Old characters, new ones. Further developed.
August 25, 2020
Cold War
Long term fan of this writer from the very first book. This one hits pretty close to home. A virus threatens the US and the rest of the world. It is a tangled web of excitement right on the heels of COVID-19. Amazing fun read.
Long term fan of this writer from the very first book. This one hits pretty close to home. A virus threatens the US and the rest of the world. It is a tangled web of excitement right on the heels of COVID-19. Amazing fun read.
September 18, 2020
Chillingly Current
Contemporary setting that so mirrors today that it scares you to realize just how easily this could happen. A twist to the plot you won't see coming as King and Sam run the ends of the earth to prevent another pandemic.
Contemporary setting that so mirrors today that it scares you to realize just how easily this could happen. A twist to the plot you won't see coming as King and Sam run the ends of the earth to prevent another pandemic.
May 26, 2021
Fast Moving as an Almost Yet Another Pandemic Story
If there's to be a follow on pandemic to Covid this could be it. The plot is realistic and believable with twists and turns that keeps you guessing to the end. I highly recommend this book!
If there's to be a follow on pandemic to Covid this could be it. The plot is realistic and believable with twists and turns that keeps you guessing to the end. I highly recommend this book!
November 25, 2021
Plot is utterly ridiculous
Too much profanity, excessive unbelievable macho accomplishments against the odds of real life.. Communications with prominent officials are too casual and informal to align with real life..
Joe Clark
Columbus, Ohio
Too much profanity, excessive unbelievable macho accomplishments against the odds of real life.. Communications with prominent officials are too casual and informal to align with real life..
Joe Clark
Columbus, Ohio
June 11, 2022
Lost interest after reading about a third ofbook
I do not like to read stories that the good guy takes on four or more and beats them all without hardly being hurt and then hold into bed with a knockout beauity, he just met.
I do not like to read stories that the good guy takes on four or more and beats them all without hardly being hurt and then hold into bed with a knockout beauity, he just met.
July 9, 2022
felt abrupt
I enjoyed the story line and while fast paced it just felt abrupt in the final 1/4 off the book. I felt like the author rushed and wanted to get it done quicker. Overall I enjoyed it and still liking the the series, so moving on to the next book.
I enjoyed the story line and while fast paced it just felt abrupt in the final 1/4 off the book. I felt like the author rushed and wanted to get it done quicker. Overall I enjoyed it and still liking the the series, so moving on to the next book.
July 26, 2022
Love Bradley Wright. I've read two books and can't wait for 3
Alex king is my hero and I've enjoyed every page of Cold War. I recognized we are always in danger and would love to think King is fighting for us.
Alex king is my hero and I've enjoyed every page of Cold War. I recognized we are always in danger and would love to think King is fighting for us.
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