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Titus Ray Thrillers #9
Five Steps Beyond
CIA operative Titus Ray took five steps. But not just any steps.
They were five steps beyond his expectations, five steps beyond his experience, five steps beyond his past.
He took five steps beyond his expectations . . .
When Titus is summoned to the White House, he expects to be offered a Top Secret assignment. What he doesn’t expect is where that assignment will take him, and how he’ll survive if he accepts it.
He took five steps beyond his experience . . .
Even though Titus has been through a lot in his twenty-year career with the Agency, he’s never had to learn about uranium enrichment, he’s never had his appearance altered, he’s never had to be a marriage counselor.
He took five steps beyond his past . . .
Operation Strike Out finds Titus revisiting his past to prevent the Iranians from developing a nuclear weapon to annihilate Israel. When he discovers the tentacles of his past are reaching into his present, seeking to destroy his future, he realizes he has to act quickly.
Will his prayers be answered in time or has his time come to an end?
They were five steps beyond his expectations, five steps beyond his experience, five steps beyond his past.
He took five steps beyond his expectations . . .
When Titus is summoned to the White House, he expects to be offered a Top Secret assignment. What he doesn’t expect is where that assignment will take him, and how he’ll survive if he accepts it.
He took five steps beyond his experience . . .
Even though Titus has been through a lot in his twenty-year career with the Agency, he’s never had to learn about uranium enrichment, he’s never had his appearance altered, he’s never had to be a marriage counselor.
He took five steps beyond his past . . .
Operation Strike Out finds Titus revisiting his past to prevent the Iranians from developing a nuclear weapon to annihilate Israel. When he discovers the tentacles of his past are reaching into his present, seeking to destroy his future, he realizes he has to act quickly.
Will his prayers be answered in time or has his time come to an end?
302 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 23, 2023
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About the author
Luana Ehrlich
43 books333 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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April 10, 2023
Always good
I have read all 9 books and have loved them all. Thank you for writing good, clean, exciting, and fun fiction.
I have read all 9 books and have loved them all. Thank you for writing good, clean, exciting, and fun fiction.
April 4, 2023
I really enjoyed this book so much. Each book in this series is so enjoyable, they are all must reads for me. I love the Titus Ray character. I listened to the audio of this book and I really enjoy the narrator so much. He does such a great job portraying the Titus Ray character and narrating the story . I am looking forward to the next book in the series. This book is Christian and clean.
March 26, 2023
Another great novel March 22, 2023
Titus Ray thrillers never disappoint! Luana's detailed research never cease to amaze me. She has the ability to draw you into the story and next thing you know you are there with the characters emmerised in the story leaving you hate turning to the last page but eagerly waiting in anticipation for the next novel. Fast paced with the faith Titus has in his relationship with God interwoven in the story line.
Titus Ray thrillers never disappoint! Luana's detailed research never cease to amaze me. She has the ability to draw you into the story and next thing you know you are there with the characters emmerised in the story leaving you hate turning to the last page but eagerly waiting in anticipation for the next novel. Fast paced with the faith Titus has in his relationship with God interwoven in the story line.
March 18, 2023
Irresistible!
I devour these books! It's sweet torture waiting in between for the newest one. There are very few books as satisfying as hers are!!!
I devour these books! It's sweet torture waiting in between for the newest one. There are very few books as satisfying as hers are!!!
March 14, 2023
Always a great read, never a boring one.
I started reading Christian based novels several years ago. I thought the best author was Joel Rosenberg. I was wrong, Luana is as good as Joel.
I started reading Christian based novels several years ago. I thought the best author was Joel Rosenberg. I was wrong, Luana is as good as Joel.
March 14, 2023
A Titus Ray Thriller is always a great read. This book was no exception.
March 9, 2023
Excellent thriller
This book has all the elements for a good read. Titus Ray is on another assignment that takes him back to Iraq, which certainly had many bad memories of almost dying. As he works out his new found faith, he tries to keep a tight leash on his temper.He takes 5 steps into Operation Strie Out.
This book has all the elements for a good read. Titus Ray is on another assignment that takes him back to Iraq, which certainly had many bad memories of almost dying. As he works out his new found faith, he tries to keep a tight leash on his temper.He takes 5 steps into Operation Strie Out.
March 10, 2023
Awesome
I'm always so excited to read another of your books. I just hate having to wait for the next one.
I'm always so excited to read another of your books. I just hate having to wait for the next one.
March 8, 2023
Excellent novel
This is a great Christian thriller! I've read the whole series and I think the books keep getting better! Titus has to go back to Tehran in this book. A scary proposition since he barely escaped with his life the last time!
This is a great Christian thriller! I've read the whole series and I think the books keep getting better! Titus has to go back to Tehran in this book. A scary proposition since he barely escaped with his life the last time!
March 8, 2023
Great Book
I love the way the author always throws surprises in her books. It makes look for the next one to see what will happen next.
I love the way the author always throws surprises in her books. It makes look for the next one to see what will happen next.
March 6, 2023
always a pleasure to read a Titus Ray book
I love how Titis has grown into his faith and how he honors JESUS with his life. If more authors wrote like Launa, I’d never put down my phone!
I love how Titis has grown into his faith and how he honors JESUS with his life. If more authors wrote like Launa, I’d never put down my phone!
February 26, 2023
Back in Tehran
What could be more dangerous for Titus Ray than to return to Tehran on a mission after almost losing his life there two years prior? This time he is charged with getting a flash drive from a nuclear scientist that holds info on Iran's uranium enrichment program that would enable them to create a nuclear weapon. On the way he comes face-to-face with the man charged with finding & killing him two years ago. I hope we don't have to wait long for the next adventure!
What could be more dangerous for Titus Ray than to return to Tehran on a mission after almost losing his life there two years prior? This time he is charged with getting a flash drive from a nuclear scientist that holds info on Iran's uranium enrichment program that would enable them to create a nuclear weapon. On the way he comes face-to-face with the man charged with finding & killing him two years ago. I hope we don't have to wait long for the next adventure!
February 27, 2023
Another home run!
Ehrlich's books are a must buy for me. Her stories are fast paced and engaging. And her characters are so vivid they seem like acquaintances, not fictional characters. If you like spy stories Titus Ray is your man! The sprinkling of Christian references and light romance makes me like her clean stories even more.
Ehrlich's books are a must buy for me. Her stories are fast paced and engaging. And her characters are so vivid they seem like acquaintances, not fictional characters. If you like spy stories Titus Ray is your man! The sprinkling of Christian references and light romance makes me like her clean stories even more.
February 28, 2023
Wow! Ehrlich keeps pulling together believable plots with plenty of plot twists for good old Titus Ray! This one did not disappoint!! I read it way too fast and now I have to wait another year for the next one! Be sure to start at the beginning of the series - it's worth reading them in order.
February 25, 2023
Another good read about Titus Ray. The President offers him an assignment that requires him to go back to Iran, the very county he had to escape from when he was undercover on one of his earlier assignments which led him to accepting Christ as his Savior.
Knowing the risks that he may be recognized and captured, will Titus accept the assignment, go into Iran, and get out safely in one piece? This was a great clean read with some heightened suspense.
Knowing the risks that he may be recognized and captured, will Titus accept the assignment, go into Iran, and get out safely in one piece? This was a great clean read with some heightened suspense.
February 25, 2023
great read
I love Titus Ray and his history. Our author brings such a refreshing approach to this genre and her books get me hooked from page one. This was no exception. Titus lays it on the line because his country is in danger and he’s the guy who can get the job done. You won’t regret reading his story!
I love Titus Ray and his history. Our author brings such a refreshing approach to this genre and her books get me hooked from page one. This was no exception. Titus lays it on the line because his country is in danger and he’s the guy who can get the job done. You won’t regret reading his story!
February 26, 2023
I've been waiting for this book and it did not disappoint! I love that Titus shares his faith. I appreciate that he works to honor his marriage and family!
March 27, 2023
The story begins on a happy note: Titus & his wife are celebrating the adoption of Eleanor. But a phone call about a meeting with the president of the U.S. damps the joy. Then he's faced with returning to a country where his cover was blown & he was never to enter again. Lots of other threatening things also occur. I especially enjoyed listening to Mr. Newman's voice. He is very good at changing his inflections to fit the many characters so I know who the person is easily. I was given a copy of the audiobook. I choose to write this review.
January 25, 2024
Tehran? Again?
This book is the ninth segment of the exciting Titus Ray spy thriller series. In this episode, he is called back to Tehran where there is a price on his head! This book has a tense plot and is very exciting. It is a real page-turner. As with all of this author's books, this is a clean story. There is no foul language, no sex, no gore, and little violence. The plot is plausible and tight! I have been binge-reading this series and now must wait for book ten to be released. So entertaining!
This book is the ninth segment of the exciting Titus Ray spy thriller series. In this episode, he is called back to Tehran where there is a price on his head! This book has a tense plot and is very exciting. It is a real page-turner. As with all of this author's books, this is a clean story. There is no foul language, no sex, no gore, and little violence. The plot is plausible and tight! I have been binge-reading this series and now must wait for book ten to be released. So entertaining!
November 18, 2024
Riveting
Gut twisting anxiety as you read about Titus and Raina as they enter Iran disguised as a reporter and photographer for an Iraqi newspaper. Their mission to get proof of Iran’s nuclear advancement is high stress, especially when Titus is recognized. Enjoy this read but you might have to stop and go for a walk occasionally to relax the tension.
Gut twisting anxiety as you read about Titus and Raina as they enter Iran disguised as a reporter and photographer for an Iraqi newspaper. Their mission to get proof of Iran’s nuclear advancement is high stress, especially when Titus is recognized. Enjoy this read but you might have to stop and go for a walk occasionally to relax the tension.
February 27, 2023
Another great book in the Titus Ray series. A dangerous mission that takes him back to Iran where he barely escaped as this series started. Is he crazy to accept this assignment? You be the judge.
Love this series & everything else Luanda Enrich has written!
Love this series & everything else Luanda Enrich has written!
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May 6, 2023
so good!!
On the road again, Titus finds himself heading straight back to danger. He needs to rely on his new found faith and strengthen his “trusting muscle”. Exciting and truth telling.
On the road again, Titus finds himself heading straight back to danger. He needs to rely on his new found faith and strengthen his “trusting muscle”. Exciting and truth telling.
November 12, 2024
Return to Tehran
Titus was going back to Tehran. Was he crazy, but when the President asked him he said yes. Can he complete his mission and get out? Only God knows and Titus was on His side.
Titus was going back to Tehran. Was he crazy, but when the President asked him he said yes. Can he complete his mission and get out? Only God knows and Titus was on His side.
May 24, 2025
I really love how Titus grows and gets more comfortable sharing his faith with others. I did get rather nervous for him in this book as his situation wasn’t exactly relaxing. But I’m glad he broke the rules in one instance. I’m sure it meant a lot to everyone.
October 28, 2025
I appreciate the writer's cutting down on all the descriptive narrative of earlier books. Less is definitely more when the reader is absorbing a new location, nation, culture, and intrigue. Looking forward to the next in the series. Even Olivia is mellowing a bit!
April 24, 2023
Hooked! Audible gift from the Christian author. ✝️ She is so personable. I hope she never stops the series.
April 28, 2024
Excellent read just like the rest in the series. It drew me in immediately! Luana is able to weave a great suspenseful story.
September 7, 2024
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May 16, 2025
Always fun to read her books
She has great plots and character development along with the thread of faith in Christ woven in. Love all her books and this one is no exception.
She has great plots and character development along with the thread of faith in Christ woven in. Love all her books and this one is no exception.
June 3, 2023
Well worth reading, but nothing outstanding. In this installment of the series, Titus returns to Iran to obtain data from a nuclear scientist. You'll want to read the entire series, including the prequel (#0.5), to get the most out of this book.
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