Named the ghost agent by the jihadists he hunts, Rowan Milani’s identity is a closely guarded secret, known only by a handful of people, including the President of the United States. A decorated Iranian-American FBI Special Agent who doubles as an assassin, Rowan has dedicated his life to eliminating terrorists around the globe. Betrayed by a man he trusts, his identity revealed, Rowan descends into an ever deepening world of darkness, rife with treachery and deceit. He is forced to exist in the shadows, only a whisper from discovery by those who wish him dead. Muusa Shemal, a Muslim Brotherhood operative highly networked within the nation’s intelligence community will stop at nothing to silence him. His power comes from propagating lies upon lies until they are perceived to be the truth.In a fog of hatred and betrayal, Rowan’s murderous pursuit of retribution cuts a devastating path across the country. The woman he loves is terrified of him. His loyal colleagues are stunned at his single-minded lust for payback. Will Rowan’s relentless determination be his undoing? Will his reckless fortitude deliver him into the hands of those who seek to silence him forever? Will the truth ever see light? Or will Rowan Milani become the lie the world believes him to be . . .Following Consummate Betrayal, Unholy Retribution is the second book in the Rowan Milani Chronicles, an action-packed espionage thriller series set in a world irrevocably changed by the politics of terror. Mary has been telling stories all her life, writing short stories in high school and college. She entertained her sons with bedtime stories about a little boy and his magic pony. She progressed to freelance magazine and newspaper articles, as well as professional resumé writing. Consummate Betrayal is her first novel. Unholy Retribution is the sequel. Mary is passionate about inspiring women to live with purpose and pursue their dreams. She is a strong believer in empowering women to defend themselves. She loves the sport of shooting and capably handles her two Glock pistols. She lives in eastern South Dakota with Her husband Ernie who doubles as her best friend. They share a love of travel, good food and cruising in their Mustang convertible. They enjoy spending time with their two grown sons, Michael and Christopher, and a lovely daughter in-law, Heather. Their Rat Terrier Lucy micromanages their lives and keeps them on their toes.