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The Kildaran
The Kildaran
The Kildaran
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Katrina, now known as 'the Kildaran,' embarks on a journey of discovery to the United States with Mike, her soon-to-be husband and seasoned warrior. This trip, meant as a respite from their perilous life, quickly spirals into chaos when a cache of nuclear weapons destined for disposal falls into the hands of Islamist insurgents.

But there's a deeper plot at play. Unbeknownst to Mike and his elite team, the Mountain Tigers, a vengeful former Stasi agent, Kurt Schwenke, is orchestrating the chaos. His target? Katya Ivanova, also known as Cottontail. His motives? Pure revenge.

As the situation escalates, it falls to Mike and his team to thwart this potentially catastrophic attack, all while navigating the complexities of their personal lives. Can they maintain peace in their volatile world and still make it back in time for Katrina's wedding dress fitting?

This gripping military sci-fi thriller will take you on a whirlwind ride through danger, intrigue, and the critical importance of not forgetting the small stuff – like a wedding dress in a world on the brink.

 

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Release dateAug 21, 2021
ISBN9798224184934
The Kildaran
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Adam Gaffen

“You know me. Jump first, knit a parachute on the way down.” Kendra Cassidy, A Quiet Revolution (Cassidy 4) Adam Gaffen is the author of the near-future, hopepunk science fiction universe that began with The Cassidy Chronicles. The Cassidyverse includes the epic saga of The Artemis War (which starts with The Road to the Stars), as well as The Ghosts of Tantor (the first book in the follow-up series) and two collections of stories. He's active on the convention circuit and loves talking to fans. He's a member of the Colorado Authors League, Science Fiction Writers of America, and the Heinlein Society. He lives in Southern Colorado with his wife, five dogs, five cats, and wonders where all the time goes.

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