Strike Force

by Dale Brown

At a time when the United States and Russia are reeling from the aftermath of war, Iran has become a nuclear power still under the control of a totalitarian theocratic regime. However, General Buzhazi, a once respected and capable Iranian military leader, has plans to change that. He leads a military coup in Iran, first by attacking the headquarters of the Pasdaran, Iran’s elite military guard, and then by leading an assault against the theocratic leaders at one of the nation’s most sacred cities. His intent is to build democracy in Iran while toppling the regime that has done much to slander his religion. As word of his efforts spread, he begins to get more followers. Meanwhile, the uprising encourages the only living descendent of the ancient Iranian monarchy to come out of hiding and begin coordinating her own followers in an attempt to regain control of a government, now on the brink of collapse. A nuclear Iran finds itself in turmoil, with a theocratic leadership that quickly becomes desperate. The free world recognizes that a desperate, brutal regime with nuclear capability is a dangerous thing. The question is: How will America respond?

President Martindale turns to General Patrick McLanahan, the resourceful and bold leader who coordinated America’s recent efforts against Russia after what became known as the “American Holocaust.” McLanahan leads the Air Battle Force, an elite military unit that utilizes the most cutting edge of battlefield technology. They have just developed a supersonic spaceplane, affectionately called the “Stud,” which is capable of speeds that mirror the Space Shuttle and can traverse the globe in a matter of hours while deploying offensive meteors capable of destroying any target with pinpoint accuracy. Although the spaceplane is still considered developmental, the situation dictates that it be put to immediate use.

The world is pushed to the brink of a full nuclear conflict and with each passing moment it becomes more clear that the only thing that could prevent a global catastrophe is McLanahan’s Air Battle Force.

Dale Brown’s trademark is his ability to combine near-future technology with modern day global issues and from this create action-packed military fiction with a striking, yet sophisticated, informative style. Strike Force is no different, and considering Brown is very good at what he does, it shouldn’t be. His military experience shines, and with his knowledge and in-depth descriptions it seems as though he has inside information on America’s latest, greatest and deadliest warfare machines. The target audience may be limited, but those who enjoy the military thriller will find a great deal of satisfaction in Dale Brown and Strike Force. Couple this with Edge of Battle, and I have become an instant fan. Add him as the latest on my list of favorites.