Aspiring journalist Remy Ripken is sent on a routine assignment to the Middle East where he uncovers a web of crime, corruption, and conspiracy that stretches from the gritty streets of the West Bank to the clandestine corners of Europe and into deepest recesses of the Sahara Desert. With tensions mounting and trust in short supply, Remy forges an unlikely alliance with a Palestinian cop and an Israeli ex-commando. Together, they must navigate a world teeming with soldiers, spies, clerics, and crooks in a race to unravel the mystery in this action-packed thriller. "Vibrant, gripping and utterly exhilarating" - Arlen Larson "Highly recommended" - Martin Barrow "Powerful" - James Sanders "A thriller with heart" - Gloria Jones "Fresh, fearless and thoroughly enjoyable" - Jerome Saba "Immersive, perceptive" - George Smith "Brilliant, a must read" - Roy Vandermere "A killer story" - Giovanni Mancini Jonah Agus is a researcher with a talent for unearthing the stories buried beneath the headlines. Jonah's narratives draw on his vast international expertise, which includes exploring sixty countries, engaging in high-level negotiations, witnessing high-altitude airstrikes, and navigating [confidential content]. Alongside these intensive and immersive experiences, Jonah holds a PhD in Human Geography, an MBA in Conflict Management, and a BA in International Relations. When not writing or in the field, Jonah enjoys biking, berry picking, and wild swimming with his wife and two children.