Patrick Parker Books
Author of fast-paced suspense thrillers
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New Cover 11/28/23
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Author's new book receives a warm literary welcome.
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Readers' Favorite announces the review of the Fiction - Thriller - Terrorist book "Acts of Treason" by Patrick Parker, currently available at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BYJ7S8HF.
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Readers' Favorite is one of the largest book review and award contest sites on the Internet. They have earned the respect of renowned publishers like Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Harper Collins, and have received the "Best Websites for Authors" and "Honoring Excellence" awards from the Association of Independent Authors. They are also fully accredited by the BBB (A+ rating), which is a rarity among Book Review and Book Award Contest companies.
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"Reviewed By Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite
Acts of Treason is the second novel in the Max Kenworth Suspense Thriller series by Patrick Parker. Max Kenworth was sent to Incirlik Air Base in Turkey for a simple task: check the nuclear weapons' security and get back. However, Max did not expect the nuclear weapons to be stolen right from under the noses of the Turkish authorities, and he was once again left chasing after the enemy that evaded him every time. Back home, politics and political drama were heating up. Secrets were revealed, sabotage plans were made, and a target was placed on Max’s head. In all that chaos, Max had to ensure the nukes were returned safely and kept out of the hands of dangerous people. But would he succeed? Or would he perish?
A worthy example of a great thriller, Acts of Treason has action, suspense, a fantastic main lead, and a remarkable plot that hooked me to the story until the end. I loved the tension and the intensity of the action. Max was a worthy protagonist. He was clinical in his approach and was very observant. Author Patrick Parker ensured Max was always at the forefront of readers’ minds. The story's setting was perfect, and the narrative style was descriptive enough to make me feel like I was always right next to Max. The subplot with Jenny and Stew was interesting as well. There were clues for the readers to find, and I loved how intricate the story became as it progressed. The pace was fast without being too much. I was lost in the pages and finished it in one sitting. My eyes were tired, but it was so worth it. I cannot wait to see what happens next in Max’s story."
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You can learn more about Patrick Parker and "Acts of Treason" at https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/acts-of-treason where you can read reviews and the author’s biography, as well as connect with the author directly or through their website and social media pages.
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Acts of treason: A Max Kenworth Suspense Thriller Book 2, was published on March 10, 2023
in Kindle and paperback editions.
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It is a gripping political/terrorism thriller with edge-of-your-seat action, international intrigue, and military suspense.
The Kindle version is at: https://amzn.to/42KUW7t
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Paperback version available at your favorite bookstore. Here are a few:
B & N: https://bit.ly/3A3MyCB
BAM: https://bit.ly/3lwGdfm
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3K6nbor
Thrift Books: https://bit.ly/3KVtf3J
WalMart Books: https://bit.ly/43A8TFv
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The Wednesday evening podcast was a lot of fun. The viewers made it a success as well as Rob and Joan.
If you missed the Podcast, view it below.
If you prefer, an audio version, download it here: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/50219698/download.mp3
View all past Podcasts here: https://indiebooksource.com/podcast/
Meet the Author Podcast 6/15/22
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A Titian, a Bruegel, and a panel from the Amber Room -- vanished during WWII -- come to life again.
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Devastating weapons. A ruthless mercenary. Can a retired military hero defuse stolen nuclear devices and stop the genocidal fallout?
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New cover 12-10-20
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Patrick Parker writes suspense thrillers that keep the readers on the edge of their seats all the time, wondering what is going to happen next. Mr. Parker does a great job of sharing the various vantage points in his nail-biting adventures. Parker enjoys writing, scuba diving, sailing, and going to the beach. He lives in Texas. Read the full interview at:
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Six Minutes Early is featured on Caleb and Linda Pirtle's Book of the Moment Club, Here Comes a Mystery
Check it out and leave a comment or start a discussion.
HTTPS://BIT.LY/2FCDFKW
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See the Guest Author Interview—Patrick Parker—by Cheryl Holloway
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A great lady with great questions.
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★★★★★
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See Dii’s Review of Six Minutes Early!
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Discover intrigue, espionage, and what goes on behind the black curtain of security in this fabulous thriller that never lets up! Heroes will rise, fall and remain unsung, and Patrick Parker’s tale will chill your very bones with its stark and realistic atmosphere!
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Clancy Tucker Interviews Me
G'day folks, see the interview on Clancy Tucker's Blog at http://bit.ly/2jxx4To
It was a lot of fun and as you can see, I'm learning to speak Aussie!
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Review of Six Minutes Early
★★★★★
Review by Peter Lawrence
This book is an exciting thriller!
See Peter's entire review of Six Minutes Early on Goodreads at http://bit.ly/2Aaqg5k
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Bronze Award
I am very pleased to announce that Six Minutes Early won the Bronze Award in Authorsdb Cover contest. Thank you for voting and making this happen.
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Character interview with Bart Madison—antagonist—in Six Minutes Early
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Dear readers, tonight with me is an ex special forces officer, trying to detonate a few nuclear devices.
You’ve read that correctly. He’s trying to detonate them, in an act of terror. Once again, we are visited by a novel’s antagonist.
A current member of FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia), he is here to tell us of his life as a mercenary, his motives, and of his ISIS connections.
- Assaph Mehr
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See the character interview with Bart Madison at: http://bit.ly/2wMzAtx
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Six Minutes Early: http://amzn.to/2fmAxyF
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Review of Six Minutes Early
★★★★★
Review by David Lucero
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A Thriller with Unmatched Suspense!
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See David's entire review of Six Minutes Early on Goodreads at http://bit.ly/2zf4hqK
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Finalist
http://bit.ly/2t9BUJD
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War Merchant is selected as a Finalist in the First Lines Contest! Thank you for voting for War Merchant!
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The first lines:
"L’Oiseau Blanc was a dangerous place to be—especially for a white woman at night. Although a fragile peace currently existed between the Tutsis and Hutus, tension filled the warm evening air like the calm before a thunderstorm. On a night like this every dubious character for miles would be out."
Available in paperback or ebook editions from Amazon. http://amzn.to/2u47ANv
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Character interview with Dydre Rowyn, The Protagonist Speaks
Dear readers, tonight with me on the interview couch is a woman trying to escape from the black-market arms trade.
Her risky plan went wrong, and she found her – and her son’s – life in danger from her former boss, his mercenaries, a double-crossing businessman, terrorists, the FBI, and a man from the Defense Department.
She is here to tell us about her suspenseful adventures in a world of corrupt politics, a ruthless greedy opportunist, terrorists, and a pawn with deadly skills.
- Assaph Mehr
See the character interview with Dydre Rowyn at: https://goo.gl/VTudvl
War Merchant: https://goo.gl/w3iBHm
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Latest Review of Six Minutes Early
★★★★★
Reviewed by Theophila Igben for Readers' Favorite
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Six Minutes Early by Patrick Parker shows the great risk taken by security operatives in the fight against terrorism. Max Kensworth, a former Delta Force officer, is given the assignment of recovering stolen nuclear weapons (SADM). Representing the Department of Defense (DOD), he works closely with the FBI, Homeland Security and other security agencies, including the Israeli Mossad. These security agencies are bound by their interests in securing the weapons and saving their countries from possible attack by ISIS, Hezbollah or Iran. The whole operation is meant to be a secret one, in order to maintain calm in the U.S. and prevent information about the SADMs from getting to countries like Russia, as these are classified government equipment.
Six Minutes Early is full of suspense, action and intrigue. I totally enjoyed the storyline as I could relate it to real issues in the international community such as terrorism and counter-terrorism. I was really fascinated by the operations of the intelligence agencies, their strong ability to think outside the box and maintain a high level of secrecy. I was also amused at the naivety of Dawn Blakey. I loved the choice of words by author Patrick Parker, which gave Six Minutes Early a not too serious tone. Patrick Parker was also able to truly communicate and share his knowledge with readers without the use of vague sentences. He obviously poured himself into his writing which gave Six Minutes Early a touch of uniqueness. I was totally engaged by every chapter right to the end.
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Six Minutes Early is released!
Available on Amazon. It will be available for order from most bookstores in the next few days. I look forward to your comments and feedback.
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At the Editor
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My new book is at the editor. I should have it out very soon!
​With the help of a traitor, ISIS plots to attack the American heartland with a weapon of mass destruction.
The Cover of Six Minutes Early
Available now for pre-order at: http://amzn.to/2fmAxyF
Release date is November 11, 2016
Paperback and ebooks will be avail;able at that time.
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Max Kenworth, a former Delta Force officer and nuclear weapons expert, is tasked with stopping a major attack on US soil in this thrilling adventure.
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FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) has stolen a cache of man-portable nuclear devices from a secure American facility in Panama. The weapons end up in the hands of ex-special forces officer Bart Madison. With the help of ISIS, drug cartels, and a US senator, Bart is planning to use the devices to create an atrocity in the American heartland.
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Max is briefed on the situation by SOCOM (Special Operations Command) and teams up with FBI agent Gail Summers and Mossad agent Danya Mayer to find the weapons before they can be used against American citizens. The three will face opposition from both foreign enemies and so-called allies as they follow Bart’s trail across the continental United States. Their foe is intelligent and well connected, but the three of them are determined to stop this terrorist before more lives are lost.
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Patrick Parker tackles today’s most important issues in this sociopolitical suspense novel. He uses Six Minutes Early to explore the tension between intelligence agencies, holes in national security, and threats from around the world.
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Finished My New Book!
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What a great way to end the week…. I finished my new book! This one promises to be another fast-paced, suspense-filled book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Keep watching, it will be out soon.
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Here is a sneak peek:
Max Kenworth, a former Delta Force officer and nuclear weapons expert, is tasked with stopping a major attack on US soil in this thrilling adventure.
FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) has stolen a cache of man-portable nuclear devices from a secure American facility in Panama. The weapons end up in the hands of ex-special forces officer Bart Madison. With the help of ISIS, drug cartels, and a US senator, Bart is planning to use the devices to create an atrocity in the American heartland.
Max is briefed on the situation by SOCOM (Special Operations Command) and teams up with FBI agent Gail Summers and Mossad agent Danya Mayer to find the weapons before they can be used against American citizens. The three will face opposition from both foreign enemies and so-called allies as they follow Bart’s trail across the continental United States. Their foe is intelligent and well connected, but the three of them are determined to stop this terrorist before more lives are lost.
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An Interview with Dydre Rowyn, War Merchant Protagonist
Character interviews are so much fun. We get to see how authors and their protagonists interact. They can be lighthearted or dead serious. Today, meet Dydre Rowyn, Patrick Parker’s lead in the War Merchant. I wouldn’t turn my back on her! GGC
See the character interview with Dydre Rowyn at: http://bit.ly/1T8G479
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Latest Book Review of War Merchant
Reviewed by Ica Iova for Readers' Favorite
Clayborne Zsigmond is a dangerous, â€â€¬ruthless black market arms broker.†‬Dydre Rowyn travels around the world, doing ‬business on behalf of Clayborne Zsigmond.†‬Occasionally, â€â€¬she uses other aliases, but of course, ‬the people she does†‬business ‬with†‬don‒‬t†‬care if†‬those are her real†‬names or even if there is a†‬last name to go along with them. Dydre†‬wants†‬out, â€â€¬but double crossing Zsigmond could land her in a†‬lot†‬of trouble.†‬It could mean a death sentence for†‬her and†‬her son.†‬Nevertheless, â€â€¬when†‬Zsigmond gives her a new†‬assignment to deliver some new technology to terrorists, â€â€¬Dydre sees it as a way out and an opportunity to escape Zsigmond‒‬s unforgiving grip.
Her plan goes†‬sideways, ‬and suddenly ‬her life and her son‒‬s life are in danger.†‬Dydre finds herself having to fight not only against Zsigmond†‬but terrorists, â€â€¬the FBI, â€and even the Defense Department.†‬She uses an arsenal of skills, â€â€¬including her good looks, ‬to stay alive and bring her plan to†‬completion, â€â€¬but will she†‬succeed†‬or†‬will one of her enemies catch up with her†‬and†‬make her pay for what†‬they†‬think†‬she‒‬s doneâ€?
War Merchant: A Novel of Suspense by Patrick Parker is a blend of military and historical fiction. From the first page to the last, â€â€¬War Merchant is a continuous ‬suspenseful thriller.†‬It kept me†‬on the edge of my seat and biting my nails because I just had to know what happens next.†‬This ‬intriguing ‬story ‬is set in the†'90s.†‬With interesting, â€â€¬believable ‬characters, â€â€¬the story ‬flows well, â€taking ‬you on ‬a roller-coaster ride.†‬Greed, ‬corrupt ‬politics, ‬and terrorism ‬resonate very well with what goes on around the globe.
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What was the criteria used to achieve a 5 Star Review?
I thought you may want to know the criteria War Merchant was judged against to achieve the 5 Star Review.
Click on the PDF button to see how War Merchant scored in each catagory to receive the 5 Star rating.
Meet the Author Podcast 6/15/22
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A Titian, a Bruegel, and a panel from the Amber Room -- vanished during WWII -- come to life again.
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Devastating weapons. A ruthless mercenary. Can a retired military hero defuse stolen nuclear devices and stop the genocidal fallout?
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New cover 12-10-20
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Patrick Parker writes suspense thrillers that keep the readers on the edge of their seats all the time, wondering what is going to happen next. Mr. Parker does a great job of sharing the various vantage points in his nail-biting adventures. Parker enjoys writing, scuba diving, sailing, and going to the beach. He lives in Texas. Read the full interview at:
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Six Minutes Early is featured on Caleb and Linda Pirtle's Book of the Moment Club, Here Comes a Mystery
Check it out and leave a comment or start a discussion.
HTTPS://BIT.LY/2FCDFKW
See the Guest Author Interview—Patrick Parker—by Cheryl Holloway
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A great lady with great questions.
★★★★★
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See Dii’s Review of Six Minutes Early!
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Discover intrigue, espionage, and what goes on behind the black curtain of security in this fabulous thriller that never lets up! Heroes will rise, fall and remain unsung, and Patrick Parker’s tale will chill your very bones with its stark and realistic atmosphere!
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Clancy Tucker Interviews Me
G'day folks, see the interview on Clancy Tucker's Blog at http://bit.ly/2jxx4To
It was a lot of fun and as you can see, I'm learning to speak Aussie!
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Review of Six Minutes Early
★★★★★
Review by Peter Lawrence
This book is an exciting thriller!
See Peter's entire review of Six Minutes Early on Goodreads at http://bit.ly/2Aaqg5k
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Bronze Award
I am very pleased to announce that Six Minutes Early won the Bronze Award in Authorsdb Cover contest. Thank you for voting and making this happen.
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Character interview with Bart Madison—antagonist—in Six Minutes Early
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Dear readers, tonight with me is an ex special forces officer, trying to detonate a few nuclear devices.
You’ve read that correctly. He’s trying to detonate them, in an act of terror. Once again, we are visited by a novel’s antagonist.
A current member of FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia), he is here to tell us of his life as a mercenary, his motives, and of his ISIS connections.
- Assaph Mehr
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See the character interview with Bart Madison at: http://bit.ly/2wMzAtx
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Six Minutes Early: http://amzn.to/2fmAxyF
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Review of Six Minutes Early
★★★★★
Review by David Lucero
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A Thriller with Unmatched Suspense!
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See David's entire review of Six Minutes Early on Goodreads at http://bit.ly/2zf4hqK
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Finalist
http://bit.ly/2t9BUJD
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War Merchant is selected as a Finalist in the First Lines Contest! Thank you for voting for War Merchant!
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The first lines:
"L’Oiseau Blanc was a dangerous place to be—especially for a white woman at night. Although a fragile peace currently existed between the Tutsis and Hutus, tension filled the warm evening air like the calm before a thunderstorm. On a night like this every dubious character for miles would be out."
Available in paperback or ebook editions from Amazon. http://amzn.to/2u47ANv
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Character interview with Dydre Rowyn, The Protagonist Speaks
Dear readers, tonight with me on the interview couch is a woman trying to escape from the black-market arms trade.
Her risky plan went wrong, and she found her – and her son’s – life in danger from her former boss, his mercenaries, a double-crossing businessman, terrorists, the FBI, and a man from the Defense Department.
She is here to tell us about her suspenseful adventures in a world of corrupt politics, a ruthless greedy opportunist, terrorists, and a pawn with deadly skills.
- Assaph Mehr
See the character interview with Dydre Rowyn at: https://goo.gl/VTudvl
War Merchant: https://goo.gl/w3iBHm
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Latest Review of Six Minutes Early
★★★★★
Reviewed by Theophila Igben for Readers' Favorite
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Six Minutes Early by Patrick Parker shows the great risk taken by security operatives in the fight against terrorism. Max Kensworth, a former Delta Force officer, is given the assignment of recovering stolen nuclear weapons (SADM). Representing the Department of Defense (DOD), he works closely with the FBI, Homeland Security and other security agencies, including the Israeli Mossad. These security agencies are bound by their interests in securing the weapons and saving their countries from possible attack by ISIS, Hezbollah or Iran. The whole operation is meant to be a secret one, in order to maintain calm in the U.S. and prevent information about the SADMs from getting to countries like Russia, as these are classified government equipment.
Six Minutes Early is full of suspense, action and intrigue. I totally enjoyed the storyline as I could relate it to real issues in the international community such as terrorism and counter-terrorism. I was really fascinated by the operations of the intelligence agencies, their strong ability to think outside the box and maintain a high level of secrecy. I was also amused at the naivety of Dawn Blakey. I loved the choice of words by author Patrick Parker, which gave Six Minutes Early a not too serious tone. Patrick Parker was also able to truly communicate and share his knowledge with readers without the use of vague sentences. He obviously poured himself into his writing which gave Six Minutes Early a touch of uniqueness. I was totally engaged by every chapter right to the end.
Six Minutes Early is released!
Available on Amazon. It will be available for order from most bookstores in the next few days. I look forward to your comments and feedback.
At the Editor
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My new book is at the editor. I should have it out very soon!
​With the help of a traitor, ISIS plots to attack the American heartland with a weapon of mass destruction.
The Cover of Six Minutes Early
Available now for pre-order at: http://amzn.to/2fmAxyF
Release date is November 11, 2016
Paperback and ebooks will be avail;able at that time.
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Max Kenworth, a former Delta Force officer and nuclear weapons expert, is tasked with stopping a major attack on US soil in this thrilling adventure.
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FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) has stolen a cache of man-portable nuclear devices from a secure American facility in Panama. The weapons end up in the hands of ex-special forces officer Bart Madison. With the help of ISIS, drug cartels, and a US senator, Bart is planning to use the devices to create an atrocity in the American heartland.
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Max is briefed on the situation by SOCOM (Special Operations Command) and teams up with FBI agent Gail Summers and Mossad agent Danya Mayer to find the weapons before they can be used against American citizens. The three will face opposition from both foreign enemies and so-called allies as they follow Bart’s trail across the continental United States. Their foe is intelligent and well connected, but the three of them are determined to stop this terrorist before more lives are lost.
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Patrick Parker tackles today’s most important issues in this sociopolitical suspense novel. He uses Six Minutes Early to explore the tension between intelligence agencies, holes in national security, and threats from around the world.
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Finished My New Book!
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What a great way to end the week…. I finished my new book! This one promises to be another fast-paced, suspense-filled book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Keep watching, it will be out soon.
​
Here is a sneak peek:
Max Kenworth, a former Delta Force officer and nuclear weapons expert, is tasked with stopping a major attack on US soil in this thrilling adventure.
FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) has stolen a cache of man-portable nuclear devices from a secure American facility in Panama. The weapons end up in the hands of ex-special forces officer Bart Madison. With the help of ISIS, drug cartels, and a US senator, Bart is planning to use the devices to create an atrocity in the American heartland.
Max is briefed on the situation by SOCOM (Special Operations Command) and teams up with FBI agent Gail Summers and Mossad agent Danya Mayer to find the weapons before they can be used against American citizens. The three will face opposition from both foreign enemies and so-called allies as they follow Bart’s trail across the continental United States. Their foe is intelligent and well connected, but the three of them are determined to stop this terrorist before more lives are lost.
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An Interview with Dydre Rowyn, War Merchant Protagonist
Character interviews are so much fun. We get to see how authors and their protagonists interact. They can be lighthearted or dead serious. Today, meet Dydre Rowyn, Patrick Parker’s lead in the War Merchant. I wouldn’t turn my back on her! GGC
See the character interview with Dydre Rowyn at: http://bit.ly/1T8G479
Latest Book Review of War Merchant
Reviewed by Ica Iova for Readers' Favorite
Clayborne Zsigmond is a dangerous, â€â€¬ruthless black market arms broker.†‬Dydre Rowyn travels around the world, doing ‬business on behalf of Clayborne Zsigmond.†‬Occasionally, â€â€¬she uses other aliases, but of course, ‬the people she does†‬business ‬with†‬don‒‬t†‬care if†‬those are her real†‬names or even if there is a†‬last name to go along with them. Dydre†‬wants†‬out, â€â€¬but double crossing Zsigmond could land her in a†‬lot†‬of trouble.†‬It could mean a death sentence for†‬her and†‬her son.†‬Nevertheless, â€â€¬when†‬Zsigmond gives her a new†‬assignment to deliver some new technology to terrorists, â€â€¬Dydre sees it as a way out and an opportunity to escape Zsigmond‒‬s unforgiving grip.
Her plan goes†‬sideways, ‬and suddenly ‬her life and her son‒‬s life are in danger.†‬Dydre finds herself having to fight not only against Zsigmond†‬but terrorists, â€â€¬the FBI, â€and even the Defense Department.†‬She uses an arsenal of skills, â€â€¬including her good looks, ‬to stay alive and bring her plan to†‬completion, â€â€¬but will she†‬succeed†‬or†‬will one of her enemies catch up with her†‬and†‬make her pay for what†‬they†‬think†‬she‒‬s doneâ€?
War Merchant: A Novel of Suspense by Patrick Parker is a blend of military and historical fiction. From the first page to the last, â€â€¬War Merchant is a continuous ‬suspenseful thriller.†‬It kept me†‬on the edge of my seat and biting my nails because I just had to know what happens next.†‬This ‬intriguing ‬story ‬is set in the†'90s.†‬With interesting, â€â€¬believable ‬characters, â€â€¬the story ‬flows well, â€taking ‬you on ‬a roller-coaster ride.†‬Greed, ‬corrupt ‬politics, ‬and terrorism ‬resonate very well with what goes on around the globe.
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What was the criteria used to achieve a 5 Star Review?
I thought you may want to know the criteria War Merchant was judged against to achieve the 5 Star Review.
Click on the PDF button to see how War Merchant scored in each catagory to receive the 5 Star rating.