Cutter Kauai Sea Adventures Series

An aging Coast Guard patrol boat is all that stands between the world and nuclear annihilation!   The world stands on the brink of nuclear disaster when a Russian bomber collides with a U.S. fighter off the Florida coast and launches a nuclear-tipped hypersonic missile which disappears somewhere in the Forida Keys. With the fate of the world in the balance, an aging Coast Guard cutter and its crew are the only ones who can save us.   Led by Captain Sam Powell, the brave crew must embark on a dangerous mission to prevent a global nuclear conflict by finding the missile's warhead before a powerful international crime syndicate can get their hands on it. But time is running out and their courage, skill, and friendship will be tested as they race against the clock.    If you enjoyed Marc Cameron's Jack Ryan novels and Mark Greaney's Gray Man series, you'll love Dagger Quest! Taut and action-packed, this thrilling sea adventure is full of technical authenticity and powerful emotions.   "Submerging readers in the octane-fueled action of America's coastal military, Dagger Quest by Edward M. Hochsmann is a highly entertaining cross between a seafaring adventure and a high-stakes military drama...  the authenticity of the prose and the detailed technical writing makes readers forget this isn't a direct account of an international incident. Hochsmann also captures the pace, attitude, hierarchy, and seriousness of life on board a cutter, evidence of his own law enforcement experience in the Coast Guard."           Self-Publishing Review

In this short story, young Coast Guard officer Ben Wyporek is reassigned from a large Coast Guard cutter in Virginia to the patrol boat Kauai in Miami. While enroute to his new job, his courage is tested when he goes to the aid of a young family in distress after a car accident.

Mission: Five days to fight for his life—and the woman he loves—before a catastrophic weapon is unleashed.    Coast Guard officer Ben Wyporek has been tasked with a seemingly impossible mission: infiltrate a fortified Caribbean island to rescue a ship taken hostage by a criminal drug cult and prevent them from unleashing a devastating nerve gas. But with his crew aboard the stealth-equipped cutter Kauai, Ben must battle the island's ruthless adversaries and his own fears to save his crew and reunite with the love of his life, Victoria.   From the Caribbean to the depths of Ben's courage, Caribbean Counterstrike is an action-packed adventure full of thrilling missions, sweet romance, and the powerful bonds of friendship. Fans of military thrillers like Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan series will be captivated by this story of heart-stopping danger and daring heroism.   If you enjoyed the first book in the Cutter Kauai Sea Adventures series, Caribbean Counterstrike will have you on the edge of your seat. For those seeking a heroic tale of courage and love, this book is a must-read!   "The USCG Kauai and its crew are back for another fast-paced thriller in Caribbean Counterstrike by Edward M. Hochsmann, the second installment of his Cutter Kauai Sea Adventures series... Hochsmann's meticulous prose continues to hum with lived experience and authenticity, while the relationships onboard the Kauai only deepen in complexity. Despite the patriotic nature of this swashbuckling series, there are also moments of brutal honesty about the challenges and issues within the US military – from unwieldy chains of command to the expendable nature of dedicated servicemen. The author's ability to craft a blockbuster story while weaving in critical themes of trust, honor, and independence is a testament to his nuanced perspective on the complex subject matter."  Self-Publishing Review   "With plenty of challenging missions, including the face-off with the drug cartel and crime syndicate, Caribbean Counterstrike takes readers on a wild ride. The story also comes with a sweet subplot as Ben and Victoria try to start a relationship while dealing with the constant distance and danger they often face."  Encarta Publishing    

A New Captain's First Patrol Turns into a Fight for Their Lives   Young Coast Guard Lieutenant Haley Reardon and her crew must insert and retrieve a Defense Intelligence Agency operations team from a small Caribbean island controlled by a front company of the Chinese government and protected by a superior military force. With the fate of the DIA team in her hands, Haley must find a way to rescue them without destroying her crew and boat and leading to war.   In this thrilling third installment of the series, readers will be pulled into the action as they follow Haley and her crew on their toughest mission yet. Tinged with technical authenticity, the story conveys the humor, friendships, and teamwork of the Cutter Kauai's crew as they take on the challenge. Fans of Marc Cameron's Jack Ryan novels and Mark Greaney's Gray Man series will also find much to love in this book.   Self-Publishing Review: A gripping high-stakes adventure on the sea, Bravely and Faithfully recounts the missions of the Cutter Kauai - a Coast Guard boat with a penchant for tackling unique operations with heroic teamwork. Lieutenant Haley Reardon assumes command of the tight-knit Kauai crew just in time for an incredibly dangerous assignment: apprehending a syndicate leader from a Chinese-controlled Haitian island. Hochsmann's dynamic cast, energetic prose, and tense plot - showcasing everything from perilous hurricane rescues to the liberation of human trafficking victims - make this novel an enjoyable must-read for fans of character-driven military fiction. ★★★★½   The Independent Review of Books: A riveting sea adventure with a top-rate protagonist, Bravely and Faithfully by Edward M. Hochsmann throws the reader into a series of missions carried out by the Cutter Kauai and her crew. When a young Coast Guard officer gets her first command, she thinks she is on top of the world until she finds herself supporting dangerous operations which require her to go far beyond her training. With strong characters that have ties to the other books in the series, this military thriller enthralls with fast-paced action and carefully-crafted detail, which brings to life the setting in every scene. Hochsmann manages to pack a huge story into a short read, making this a page-turner from beginning to end. ★★★★½  

When the cover story becomes more dangerous than the main mission... Join the crew of the small Coast Guard cutter Kauai on an exhilarating sea adventure like no other. Tasked with a covert intelligence operation, their mission takes an unexpected turn when a volcanic eruption rocks the shores of the picturesque Caribbean island of Saint Ignatius. Lieutenant Ben Wyporek, recently married and serving as the second in command, must navigate the challenges of his demanding role while also supporting his neurodiverse soulmate. Meanwhile, Kauai's captain, Haley Reardon, discovers that command doesn't have to mean loneliness as she embarks on a risky romance with the charming and enigmatic Defense Intelligence Agency spy Peter Simmons. Within this explosive adventure, the crew of the Kauai also thwarts an eco-terrorist plot to sabotage an oil tanker, saving countless lives. But their heroism doesn't end there, as they valiantly rescue dozens of individuals trapped aboard a burning and sinking dive boat. Amidst the chaos, Cadet Marcus Porter's Academy summer internship takes an unforeseen and treacherous turn, thrusting him into both a spine-tingling adventure and a blossoming romance with the captivating young island administrator, Isabelle Jones. This page-turning and heart-pounding tale immerses readers in a gripping maritime escapade where duty, love, and daring collide. Will the crew of the Kauai emerge victorious against both natural and man-made threats? Prepare to embark on an unforgettable voyage filled with suspense, heroism, and unexpected connections that will keep you on the edge of your seat.   "Dive in to an exciting sea thriller featuring the small Coast Guard cutter Kauai, assigned to a covert intelligence operation, but caught up in rescue effort during a volcanic eruption on the small Caribbean island of Saint Ignatius. Along the way, Kauai's crew foils an eco-terrorist attack on an oil tanker, saves dozens of people from a burning and sinking dive boat and carries out a dangerous espionage mission. Join the crew of Kauai as they face a high stakes sea odyssey with bravery, loyalty, friendship, and humor in a thrilling maritime adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final page is turned. "Riveting maritime drama with explosively high stakes and a consistent edge of gritty realism, Indies Inferno by Edward M. Hochsmann is a military procedural flavored with a romantically entangled and unforgettable crew. When a natural disaster interrupts a classified mission, the crew must balance duty to their country with the humane responsibility to preserve life. Boosted in believability by the author's own experience, the prose is immersive, the action is steeped in authentic suspense, and the dialogue crackles with realism. Drawing on diverse themes of emotional attachment, patriotism, the trauma of disaster, and law enforcement ethics, this latest installment of Hochsmann's series is a multifaceted and gripping read." The Independent Review of Books