The Apostle: A Thriller

295 Pages·2009·1.29 MB·English

by  Brad Thor

In our nation’s war on terror, a new breed of operator has emerged. Passionately
dedicated to their craft, they ignore the trials and hardships of their profession
and work tirelessly in the face of limited support and bloated bureaucracies to
achieve one singular goal—mission success.
Motivated by a deep and undying love for their country, these operators
willingly face intense danger so that America may remain free.
Once labeled “true believers,” this term no longer applies. These warriors
have become Apostles.
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For James Ryan,
Warrior
People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men
stand ready to do violence on their behalf.
—George Orwell
THE APOSTLE
CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1
CHAPTER 2
CHAPTER 3
CHAPTER 4
CHAPTER 5
CHAPTER 6
CHAPTER 7
CHAPTER 8
CHAPTER 9
CHAPTER 10
CHAPTER 11
CHAPTER 12
CHAPTER 13
CHAPTER 14
CHAPTER 15
CHAPTER 16
CHAPTER 17
CHAPTER 18
CHAPTER 19
CHAPTER 20
CHAPTER 21
CHAPTER 22
CHAPTER 23
CHAPTER 24
CHAPTER 25
CHAPTER 26
CHAPTER 27
CHAPTER 28
CHAPTER 29
CHAPTER 30
CHAPTER 31
CHAPTER 32
CHAPTER 33
CHAPTER 34
CHAPTER 35
CHAPTER 36
CHAPTER 37
CHAPTER 38
CHAPTER 39
CHAPTER 40
CHAPTER 41
CHAPTER 42
CHAPTER 43
CHAPTER 44
CHAPTER 45
CHAPTER 46
CHAPTER 47
CHAPTER 48
CHAPTER 49
CHAPTER 50
CHAPTER 51
CHAPTER 52
CHAPTER 53
CHAPTER 54
CHAPTER 55
CHAPTER 56
CHAPTER 57
CHAPTER 58
CHAPTER 59
CHAPTER 60
CHAPTER 61
CHAPTER 62
CHAPTER 63
Acknowledgments