War Machine

Sons of Valor #3

by Brian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson

In Sons of Valor III: War Machine , Chunk and Whitney are forced into a deadly match of wits with a terrorist mastermind and a terrifying weapon unlike anything they've ever encountered. After a shootout in Dubai left Hamza al Saud dead and elevated brilliant aeronautical engineer Qasim Nadar to hero status in England, everyone assumes the terrorist threat from al Qadar has been eliminated. Everyone except JSOC counter-terrorism analyst Whitney Watts. But when she decides to help MI6 penetrate Nadar's secret network, Watts she gets a little too close to the truth and finds herself in a deadly situation not even her teammates from Tier One can save her from. As Lieutenant Commander Keith "Chunk" Redman and the rest of Tier One fan out across London in search of Watts, Nadar prepares to unleash his most dangerous weapon yet -- an advanced drone with artificial intelligence and stealth technology. To stop a horrifying attack on London, Chunk and his Navy SEAL brethren must seek help from an unexpected ally and find a way to stop a war machine that was designed to be unstoppable.

Genres: Thriller, Audiobook, Military Fiction, Fiction, Action, Military Thriller, Adventure

427 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 7, 2023

About the author

Brian is a US Navy veteran, nuclear engineer, and former submarine officer. He graduated from Vanderbilt University with a degree in psychology, holds a Master's in business from Cornell University, and is a Park Leadership Fellow. He is a principal contributor at Career Authors, a site dedicated to advancing the careers of aspiring and published writers: www.careerauthors.com.

He is half of Andrews & Wilson, the New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, & #1 Amazon best-selling co-author team behind the TIER ONE series. New in 2026:

- SLEDGEHAMMER (short): (JAN)
- SCARS (audiobook): (FEB)
- THE EQUESTRIAN (short): (MAR)
- INSURGENT: Tier One #10 (JULY
- And much more!

In addition to their novels, Andrews & Wilson have multiple projects under development for film and television with major motion picture studios including Tier One, Dark Intercept, 4 Minutes, Portal, Glitch, and The In Between.

Find Brian online at:

Web: www.andrews-wilson.com
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Reviews

[Jeremy Peers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Following the events in Dubai that killed terror mastermind Hamza al-Saud, Qasim Nadar is a national hero back home in England. The aeronautical engineer is the brains of Britain's newest unmanned stealth drone with A.I. as well as the new leader of al Qadar as a side gig. Political pressure and a lack of intestinal fortitude has resulted in all investigations into Nadar being dropped due to his hero status. Nadar uses his new fame to help further his plan of using Britain's newest weapon of war against itself. Chunk, Whitney and the rest of the team join up with MI-6 to stop Nadar from exacting his revenge that's been decades in the making.

The definition of automatic in the dictionary is just a picture of Andrews & Wilson's smiling faces. It's absurd how good these guys are and they don't appear to be slowing down any time soon. A&W aren't afraid to take risks and push the bounds of not-- only the story-- but their characters as well. I enjoy the growth of the characters and their interactions as much as the action.

If you've never read any of their work, Sons of Valor III: War :Machine is a great place to start. All of their work has my highest recommendation.

Thank you to Blackstone Publishing and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of Sons of Valor III: War Machine.

[Rellim · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm mostly on hiatus from listening/reviewing new stuff - but this has been on my TBL for a bit and I was in the mood. I was not disappointed. While you kinda, sorta could listen to this on it's own - it's best enjoyed after books 1 & 2. There's some events and characters that build up to all the action in War Machine.

Andrews & Wilson have always done a great job giving readers strong, intelligent, and capable female characters - but they elevated that to a new level with Whitney Watts. HOOOOOYAHHHH HEELS!

There's no great way to describe my love for this book without spoilers. So - you're just going to have to trust me that the pacing, action, suspense, and characters are spot on. Chunk & his team were their fabulous mix of trained, focused, and sometimes hilarious. Even with my busy schedule I was sneaking in listening time anywhere I could because I was so engaged in this. When it got to the last 2 hours I flat out hid in my room to finish it up. Good stuff!

Can't wait for more. A&W have so many series going and they're doing them all well - I don't know what's up next, but I'm in for the ride.

Narration:
Ray Porter - you amazing man! Voices, accents, emotion. Seriously, who cries at a Thriller? Me. That's who. I was fully immersed with all these characters (even the bad guys) and Porter's talent makes it even better.

[Daniel Ray · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book #3 of a 4 book series is a continuation of 1 & 2. The American Special Ops team works with the British MI6 after each group has a member kidnapped by the Afghanistan terrorist group they are hunting. And the terrorist group takes control of a British stealth drone and intends to use it. Same great characters and action as the first 2 books although this one is a little slow developing. Finishes strong.

[Pierre Tassé (Enjoying Books) · Rating 5 out of 5]

An audio book that kept me in the action and always at the edge of my seat. Too bad this is book 3...still wondering if there's a book 4 in the works.

[Abibliofob · Rating 4 out of 5]

Whitney Watts and "Chunk" Redman is back in Sons Of Valor III: War Machine and it's another masterpiece by writer duo Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson. I think this is one of the best books in this series and due to what happens in this story I wonder what will this group of defenders encounter next? This book is as always well written and full of action and suspense and it deals with some of the troubles with working internationally as well as politically. I really recommend that you try this series and I give a big thanks to Blackstone Publishing, Edelweiss and Netgalley for giving me an advance copy of this great book.

[Kerry Mann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so excited waiting for this book and it did not disappoint!! Best part was heels getting to be a bigger part of the plot

[June · Rating 5 out of 5]

The worst part about reading these books is reaching the last page, and knowing there is going to be a wait before the next chapter in their saga comes out. These characters are so realistic. Their struggles l, their worries, their concerns and fears. the relationship idiosyncrasies are so tangible. I guess that’s one of the things I like most about these stories is the relationship between the gold team and those that are privileged to be in their inner circle. I often wonder how much of what lives out on the pages of these stories are actually happening in the real world that we will never know about them because of men and woman like Lt. Commander Chuck Redman, Whitney Watts and their team. Whitney is pushed to her limit and beyond in this story. There were moments I wasn’t sure how much more she could take, how much longer she would last, or if she could push past the circumstances and challenges. How much can 1 girl endure? We all like to believe we’re strong and can persevere, but you don’t know until you’re in the middle of it. This book was very fast-paced, nailbiting, gut wrenching, hold your breath, and yes, I even cried a few tears. Those are the marks of a good book and an amazing story with incredible characters. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. I am so in love with Lt. Commander Redman. I can’t wait to read the next chapter in his story.

[Teresa Brock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Andrews & Wilson have done it again!! Of the three Sons of Valor series this one has more depth and intrigue and explores the personalities of the lead characters. The reader will learn so much more about Chunk, Heels, and we got Lucy again in this book. The bravery and determination that the characters display is very profound and the reader will cheer them on. The language and situations are so true to life that the reader is immersed into the story. I cannot wait for the next Andrews & Wilson book!!

[C. Woodall · Rating 5 out of 5]

War Machine is the third book in the Sons of Valor series, and Andrews and Wilson don’t disappoint.

In this latest installment, Chunk and the rest of the Tier One SEAL team find themselves back in action, facing what everyone had assumed was a defeated foe—everyone, that is, except Whitney Watts and her MI6 counterpart, Lucy Kim.

Although the British government has closed the book on al Qadar, the women launch their own mission to prove the terror group is still very much a clear and present danger.

Sons of Valor proves to be a suspenseful thrill ride from beginning to end, with Whitney having to go toe to toe with a terrorist mastermind and his cohorts. As Chunk and her other Tier One brothers race to intervene, the counter-terrorism analyst must draw on everything she’s learned from her team to both survive and stop a jihadist lunatic in his tracts.

Thanks to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for allowing me to review this advanced reader copy of War Machine.

[Doreen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love military action books like this one. I also appreciate seeing the same characters book after book and some even in a couple series. It’s easier to get into the action when you’re not starting from square one. I have always liked Chunk and Heels. Their interactions together are intense. I wish some things had ended differently for them but it makes for an interesting build up for the next book.

I thought it was great to see Watts/Heels taking a bigger role. She’s not as seasoned as the tier one men and seems more vulnerable yet still strong. It’s an interesting combination.

This was an exciting book full of danger. I’d highly recommend it to anyone who likes military fiction. Thank you to Blackstone Publishing for providing me with a free e-copy of this book. All opinions are my own

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one took me awhile to get into - but once I did, it was tense and scary and kept me on the edge of my seat. It's a lot of emotional turmoil - and then real physical danger. Chunk and Heels, Lucy, Saw, Ryker - they're all characters with depth and there always seems to be more to discover about them.

With regard to the conflict in the story, it didn't keep my interest nearly as much. It's really the story of a man who descends into madness, who comes to believe in his mission so much that he loses sight of true reality. As Americans we like to think this about religious leaders in general. I suppose because we've dealt with this in situations like 9/11, that's why. There is good reason for it. I wonder what a non-American would say or how they'd relate to the situation. Madmen are everywhere in the world, and I only know my own country's history.

I debated on the rating for this book. I originally thought I'd give it 5 stars, then 5 rounding up from 4.5. It got tedious hearing about all the machinations of the enemy, which were necessary but kind of boring. It was frustrating getting ahead of the characters, knowing the solution and answers before they did. But it was thrilling and when a story evokes all the emotions in me that this did, it deserves such a high rating.

Ray Porter on audio was his usual amazing self, bringing the story to life.

[Kristine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic! The team just knocked another one out of the park!

Okay, I'm getting to the point where I'm not really sure what there is left to say. Obviously, I am a huge fan of this writing duo and there is not really anything that they have written that I have not thought was excellent. This series is no different.

This book is continuing the overarching story arc following the terrorist Qasim Nadar. We make some enormous strides in his storyline and his part in the story reaches its climax. At this point, we are in the third book in the series and by this point, we have gotten to really understand the dynamics of this team. That makes it even harder when one of the members finds herself in dire circumstances.

There is a lot that happens in this book and in their magnificent way, the team somehow keeps the tension high throughout the entire book. It feels like the suspense just grows and grows as events begin unfolding and it gets to a point where it is down to the wire.

As usual, I listened to most of this on audio (In fact, it was a pre-order from Audible) and Ray Porter did his usual amazing job as a narrator. Man, I love anything that Mr. Porter narrates, and I am so glad that he has chosen to narrate this series. I know he signed on with this writing duo several books ago but I am still thrilled each and every time I see his name attached.

I can't wait for whatever is next to come - I am definitely invested.

[Jonnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another excellent addition to this series. The story picks up from book 2 and keeps going full speed. The writing is descriptive without being overly detailed into unnecessary minutiae. The authors build tension so brilliantly that I couldn’t put down the book. Much of the tension is focused around Whitney with the rest of team providing the ops action. I liked that the epilogue ended the way it did. Otherwise, I think there could have been a future impact to the gold squadron if it had gone a different direction.

Hope this series does not end as a trilogy. I definitely would like more of Chunk and the gold squadron. A solid 4.5 stars but I rounded up because A&W never disappoint, and it was another phenomenal narration by Ray Porter.

[Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

This entry in the Sons of Valor series is great; the character development over the course of the series of books have made these books really enjoyable. The plot was a believable one with the advance in technology happening rapidly, what would happen if terrorists got a hold of an advanced drone? Also, this book wraps up the overarching storyline of Nadar. Will be interesting to see what comes next in story for Chunk, Watts and the gang.. The authors have quickly become my favorites!

[Jacinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Whitney goes to London on a hunch to find Nadar and pairs up with a colleague who has befriended Nadars wife. Things go bad and Chunk and the team have a tight timeframe to intervene. Less nuanced than earlier books but an excellent series, fast passed and total escapist fiction. Excellent narration by Ray Porter.

[David A. Rosow · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chunk and Heels

Heels and Chuck. Really good book with a fabulous ending. Well written and a page turner, just like Ben Porter in his five books. Read them also!

[David Dalton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Always enjoyed this series!

[Brittney · Rating 5 out of 5]

An intense and emotional ride.

[Nadeem · Rating 5 out of 5]

Probably my favorite book of the series! What a wonderful book and the twist and turns kept me engaged the entire time!

[Kevin B Chill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book in the series Sons of valor 3. The action is strong and but what I really like is the relationship between the characters is so strong. The characters in this series are built so well that I want more. Andrews and Wilson build characters and let us get to know them so well it’s like having a friend or family member written into the book.

[Mark Elliott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Chunk, Heels and team are back in action in Sons of Valor III: War Machine. Andrews and Wilson know how to bring the action, drama, suspense and character relationships that suck you in, keep you engrossed and leave you wanting more when you turn the last page.

[Allison M Chess · Rating 5 out of 5]

More Chunk please

Another outstanding series from Andrews and Wilson. Valor is only a three book journey. So dear authors, don't leave me hanging on the carousel. I hope you'll be considering book 4 soon!

[Cameron McClellan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book. The way the authors put heels as a significant part of the story. The book was amazing

[Michael Hilton · Rating 5 out of 5]

all the action I wanted and the continuing storyline. love the relationships.

Loved it, sad the series may be over. Hour that Chunk and the group return. Looking forward to more stories b6 the authors.

[Ric Ulloa · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Best!!

I know this wrapped it up, but it was really the best. I loved the end, except for the wheel agreement, but I know poo that's fluid.

[Elaine Skinner · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m really sad there isn’t another book!! Hopefully the authors will write another one.

[Richard DeOrio · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome!

Fantastic as always. The story was gripping and the characters are deep. I can't wait for the next one hopefully.

[Todd · Rating 5 out of 5]

The dynamic duo's latest installment in the "new" Tier One series, Sons of Valor. After the events of the previous book Qasim Naddar has come off appearing as a hero and has gotten a big promotion at his cover job.

They're in the process of releasing a new stealth drone and Naddar has plans to hijack it.

[Mike · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best just got better! Each entry in the series raises the stakes and delivers a smart, emotional, action packed narrative that has you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. Highly recommend for everyone! Cannot wait for the next entry!

[Frank Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is way too much to rave about….just go get the damn book and read it! Get all of the Tier One/Sons of Valor books and read them! Now I have to wait…..damn you Andrews and Wilson!