John Stratton

**John Stratton Series by Duncan Falconer** In a world teetering on the edge of chaos, one man stands ready to plunge into the shadows—John Stratton, an elite Special Boat Service operator with a merciless determination to protect his country and its secrets. The series unravels against the gritty backdrop of contemporary geopolitical strife, where loyalty is fleeting and betrayal lurks around every corner, as Stratton navigates the treacherous waters of espionage, terrorism, and covert operations. Stratton, a seasoned warrior with a haunted past, is propelled by a deep-seated sense of duty and a personal vendetta against those who threaten the innocent. In *The Hostage*, he is thrust into an urgent mission to rescue a captured British intelligence agent from the clutches of the Real IRA—a task that spirals into a life-or-death race against time. As he dives deeper into a web of deception, he confronts not only foes from the outside but also the demons that dwell within. Each installment in this electrifying series boasts high-stakes action, intricate plotting, and a relentless pace, capturing the relentless tension and moral ambiguity of modern warfare. Themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and redemption echo throughout, drawing the reader into Stratton's world where every choice could lead to devastation or deliverance. With each mission more perilous than the last, will Stratton manage to outsmart his enemies in time, or will he pay the ultimate price in a world where nothing is as it seems? Dive into the gripping John Stratton series, and brace yourself for an adrenaline-fueled ride of suspense and intrigue that will leave you breathless for more.