They had to be avenged. Then, hearing Marcus yelling for her, she forced herself forward, climbed through the wreckage, and found Marcus engaged in a firefight. Release date: Once again automatic weapons fire erupted inside. By twenty minutes after nine, Pete still hadnt arrived. As Maya disappeared around a corner, Marcus took off his jacket and hung it in the front closet. WATCH: Senior advisor to Amb. Book 3 in the bestselling 3-book international political thriller series that has sold over 475,000 copies! But in his blind spot is the former U.S. Secret Service agent, Marcus Ryker, trained to protect but ready to kill to save his country. She was staying at least through Thanksgiving, Carter had said over the phone when hed invited Marcus to dinner, and probably through Christmas. Before he reached her, however, he shifted directions, turning right and crawling down the left-side aisle of the sanctuary as quickly as he could. He eventually found a spot several streets away. The drivera Caucasian woman, her face covered in bloodthrew open her door. She was going to be a veterinarianthe best one in the whole wide world. Homemade chocolate chip cookies and a pot of freshly brewed coffee. Alcoholic. Itll be sort of like my days in the Secret Service, but maybe not as much travel and hopefully not as much stress. President Andrew Clarke is determined to announce his historic peace plan from the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. A taut, brilliant thriller ripped right from todays headlines. He did, but not in time. The body count is rising. The church! I need better position and angle. And since Marcus had started attending, they had effectively adopted him, constantly inviting him over for dinner on Wednesday nights before church and for lunch on Sundays after church. Well, I hope youre hungry, Carter said as his wife checked the roast. They needed to get her to the hospital, and fast. Kailea assumed many were dead. Then released"Enemies and Allies"and did two rounds of a book tour in the fall. Her eyes widened, though she remained frozen and mute, just as hed instructed. Marcus had no doubt. Beaming, Marcus scooped up the wiry little girl and whirled her around. Then he popped to his feet, took aim at the shooter, and squeezed off four quick shots. Kailea watched as the Ford smashed through the locked doors and screeched to a halt inside the churchs rear lobby. Regular price: And you? Instead, as he came flying across the parking lot, he floored the accelerator. And hows Pete? | I probably needed a night out. On my signal open fire, he wrote. She ignored it and looked at Marcus, only to see him urgently holding up his phone and pointing at her. His sisters accused him of being an adrenaline junkie, and that was probably true. Book 4 in the bestselling 5-book thriller series that has sold over 1.2 million copies! A friend, of course. He held out the bouquet, and the old African American womans face lit up. Her eyes were glassy. But at least his arm is healing nicely. The massive brick buildinga historic landmarktook up nearly a city block. Shot out of the air in enemy territory in the middle of the greatest international crisis since the end of the Cold War, former US Secret Service agent Marcus Ryker finds himself facing an impossible task. Now he is being asked by his government to go back. He drew his pistol, said a silent prayer, and took a deep breath. Even those were falling to the ground, swirling along the sidewalks and spinning down the streets amid stiff breezes that signaled winter was coming soon. An instant later, someone inside unloaded an entire magazine at those doors, forcing Kailea and Marcus to retreat around the left side of the building. $29.99 Enraged, the man in the mask began charging down the center aisle, screaming, weapon up, hunting for a target. Im afraid hes getting some bad newshes not cleared for field duty. Kailea stared at the message in disbelief. Behind him, he could hear his new partner doing her job. Marcy wasnt Carter and Mayas only grandchild. This was why Marcus had come tonight. As she did, Marcus noticed her right hand move almost imperceptibly toward the bulge under the back of her jacket where she kept her weapon. Others lay motionless. But it was hard. Book 1 in the bestselling 3-book international political thriller series that has sold over 475,000 copies! This will be the fifth in my series of novels about former Secret Service agent Marcus Ryker. After dinner they played a compressed, one-hour version of Monopoly. 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FAQ Crossing herself like shed done as a girl growing up in Brooklyn, she opened the passenger-side door of the truck and, using it as a shield, opened fire. He and his wife, Lynn, have three sons and live near Washington, D.C. Neither the director of DSS nor his real boss, CIA director Richard Stephens, had said a word. Carter, aD.C. native, would know he was referring to the Diplomatic Security Service. Her father was nowhere to be found. | Sure enough, when he opened it, he found the womans badge and ID. Thanks again for having me over, Marcus said. Your buddy Pete wont be coming. She was, however, the one who lived the farthest away, and she was certainly the one who had experienced the most pain. When he had nearly reached the edge of the main vestibule, he turned right. When he got to zero, he sprang to his feet, wheeled around, and aimed the Sig. The second pierced the mans neck, slicing right through his jugular. Now a senior advisor to the U.S. president, Bennett is the Washington outsider with a dangerous plan that will either bring peace to the Middle East at last or else blow it up completely. In faded blue jeans and boots, a black crewneck sweater over a white T-shirt, and ablack leather jacket, he wasnt exactly cold. Now Im pushing hard to finish this final draft by March 1. How did you know? But nature would have her way. A New York Times, USA TODAY, and Publishers Weekly bestseller! Joel Rosenberg is masterful! So Ive been assigned to you. Nor could she see any of the third- or fourth-floor windows. You cant get more highly qualified. But he suddenly wondered if he should have worn a suit or at least a shirt with a collar. 03-17-20, Release date: Instead, he finds himself caught up in a conspiracy that could destabilize the Middle East for generations. Beyond that, I plead the Fifth. Both rounds hit their mark. A New York Times best-selling author, Middle East analyst, and Evangelical leader, he lives in Jerusalem with his wife and sons. His arm isnt healing properly. The big question was, how many shooters were there? Erin McCoyBeautiful. Shes been talking about you all week, and she just loves daffodils. A political columnist for World Magazine, he has published articles in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Times, Jerusalem Post, National Review, and Policy Review. Rate as 1 out of 5, I didn't like it at all. Keep a close eye on my Twitter feed. he said, and she shrugged and headed to the kitchen. Course you didand it sure as shootin beats Chinese food and ESPN, dont it? He had never been one to let himself become paralyzed by fear, and he certainly wasnt going to start now. Marcus motioned for her to check the body, just to be sure. In the follow-up to the New York Times bestselling Kremlin Conspiracy, Rosenbergs international thriller tracks a terrifying nuclear alliance among three world powers - Russia, Iran, and North Korea - and the deadly mission former US Secret Service Agent Marcus Ryker must risk to halt their deadly strategy. Marcus got up early and went for a run, past the Capitol and down the Mall. And thats when Marcus made his move. Most he did not. Shaking her head, but without a plan of her own, she texted back. Cancel anytime. The man instantly collapsed to the floor. Whatve you got? Kailea nodded and walked immediately to the kitchen. Coffeeblack; scrambled eggsdry; and . Marcus shrugged. And Marcy will be thrilled. Instead, she speed-talked about all that shed seen and done at the National Zoo that day with her grandparents. Yet because she was still under the cantilever, she couldnt see the bell tower. That captures your imagination and your emotions, not just your intellect. Joel C. Rosenberg Novels in Publishing Date Order .PDF, Joel talks with ABC News Live about Without Warning, Joel talks about his new novel Without Warning, Joel C. Rosenberg talks about the First Hostage with Stuart Varney, Joel talks with Steve Malzberg of Newsmax about ISIS and The Third Target. She knew a shooter could come out the rear doors or along the side of the building at any moment, so she had to stay focused. Where are you? The United States had inflicted too much damage in too short a time. George Guidall. But one could never be too careful. Who was he kidding? Scrambling back to the aisle along the left side of the sanctuary, he whipped around the corner, pressed his back against the side of the second-to-last pew in the row, and silently counted down from five. . The man knew him too well. Inside the church, the shooting had temporarily stopped, but the screaming had not. Fair enough, Carter laughed as the cherry-scented smoke swirled about his head. Pete wasnt there yet, so he grabbed a booth, ordered coffee, and began reading the Washington Post. How are the ribs? Then again, they could barely hear each other in the cacophony, and even if they could, it probably wouldnt be smart to telegraph their precise moves. They were faint, but she knew police units and ambulances would soon be approaching from every direction. The hallway was filled with smoke and the dust of shredded Sheetrock. She saw a muzzle flash from the bell tower. | $30.09 From the family room, Marcus could hear the roaring fire and smell the crackling pine logs. Kailea spotted a minivan coming down East Capitol. Now try to stay with me. She could see someone lying in a pool of blood on the churchs front steps. Book 1 in the best-selling 3-book espionage and spy thriller series that has sold 700,000 copies! These two men are chosen to risk one of the most daring and danger feats imaginable and alert the Allies to the awful truth of what is happening in Poland. yelled Marcus, and he broke into a sprint. Could Defense Minister Benny Gantz become Israels next prime minister? All was quiet. Next he withdrew two spare magazines and clipped those to his belt before closing and locking the safe. With bullets whizzing just above his head, Marcus put the Sig Sauer back in his shoulder holster and began crawling across the wooden floor toward the little girl. Soon he was jogging, with Kailea hastening to catch up. Dinner, as usual, was all about Marcy. Her insider knowledge may help broker the ultimate peace deal . A czar is rising in the Kremlin, a Russian president feverishly consolidating power, silencing his opposition, and plotting a brazen and lightning-fast military strike that could rupture the NATO alliance and bring Washington and Moscow to the brink of nuclear war. I drew a picture of you, Marcy whispered. Your new partner, she said without looking up. Unlocking the wall safe in his bedroom closet, he removed his Sig Sauer P229, inserted a full magazine, chambered a round, and put the automatic pistol in his shoulder holster. And make sure the manager locks it. Suddenly more gunfire erupted from the tower. $14.95 per month after 30 days. It wasnt a car backfiring. The Emersons granddaughter was only nine, but she was smart as a whip and effervescing with a joy that hardly seemed real. She wore no ringsno jewelry of any kind, actuallyand her hands were calloused and strong. Jean-Luc Leclerc is a Protestant pastor in Sedan, France who risked everything to provide relief as Jews from all over Europe arrive at his door seeking protection. Putting his pistol back in its holster, he stripped off his leather jacket, wrapped her in it, and scooped her up, cradling her in his arms. The man was heading straight for the building. Marcus shrugged and grinned. In all that had happened over the past few years, there were some things he could not forget, no matter how hard he tried. The only sound was that of an American flag, its colors now a bit faded, snapping sharply atop a tall steel pole outside the diner. He is the best Christian writer in the world. Pete Hwang kept saying he needed to get out more. Carter brought Marcus a mug of hot coffee and a second round of cookies, fresh out of the oven. She pulled her phone out and found a text from him. The fact was, he had just been drafted into the employ of the Central Intelligence Agency. The first entered the shooters right temple and blew out the other side of his head. None of them looked nervous. The Jerusalem Assassin is an absolute home run. From New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author Joel C. Rosenberg! Carter chuckled and puffed away. B. CollinsAward-winning journalist. Goodthen a side of asparagus instead of the hash browns, if thats all right. Which is why Im so happy to be writing fiction again. J. Living alone in a new city. Every few seconds, Marcus squeezed off another round, then braced for an onslaught in return. When they reached East Capitol Street, Marcus stopped abruptly in front of a dry-cleaning shop. Thats what he told himself, anyway. What is the biblical connection to the Golan Heights? But then Ryker and his team are ambushed by Hezbollah forces. Adam Grupper, Narrated by: They were coming, and he knew they were coming, and he knew whythey were coming to kill him and to kill the president and to kill anyone else who got in their way. I really was telling the truth. She picked up the automatic rifle and handed it to Marcus before stripping the dead man of his ammo and giving that to Marcus as well. Plus, I had many meetings and meals with key leaders in business, government, the mediaand the Evangelical community. Heading to the kitchen, he finally began to relax. Seeing nothing out of the ordinary, Marcus looked right. Kailea tensed. Young lady, Carter said, did I tell you or did I tell you, this here is the kindest boy in the entire church? Each time, Gammy and Pop Pop had flown to Seattle to help out, then brought Marcy back to stay with them. 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He had dialed 911 and was explaining their location and relaying everything they were seeing. He wasnt hit by the new shots, but he had been blindsided. She came sprinting into the kitchen and threw her arms around Marcus, squeezing him like she was never going to let him go, and for the first time all dayin too many days, actuallya smile broke across his face. This time four shots rang out in rapid succession. Now he was under fire from an unexpected angle. She barely ate. Then again, Pete was an idiot. Not exactly. The vehicle smashed headlong into a lamppost. There was, of course, nothing she or Marcus could do for the wounded until they had neutralized the shooters. But an idiot nonetheless. Somewhere in their midseventies now, Maya and Carter Emerson had been married for more than fifty years. And lookhe even brought you your favorite flowers. None of them seemed alarmed. She was drawing the shooters fire and fury, but how long could that last? Rate as 2 out of 5, I didn't like it that much. And then, just as he was contemplating walking back to his car, the front door finally opened. Marcus held his tongue and sipped his coffee. So it was again. He wants nothing more than to get his life on track and follow in his grandfathers footsteps. Carter bellowed from where he stood at the counter, tossing a spinach salad in a large wooden bowl. Marcus nodded and moved cautiously toward the front of the sanctuary. With an American president distracted by growing tensions in North Korea and Iran, an ominous new threat is emerging in Moscow. The enemy is invisible and moving fast. Millions of lives are counting on their success. His mission: stop the regime from acquiring nuclear weapons. And you would be? Too many colors. His deep voice echoed beneath the domed ceiling and across the second-floor balconies. But how exactly were they going to do that? The overhead lights were flickering. Regular price: Marcus quipped she should be a correspondent for Animal Planet, but Marcy thought that was ridiculous. By the time he got to the town house, it was almost twenty minutes past. Maya made your favorites to celebrate your big new job. Years later, his training and skill make him a highly sought-after consultant. But for some reason he believed her. Boring, bland but important: 4 reasons Biden was right to visit Israel this week, VIDEO: Head coach of US basketball team for under 18 boys describes emotional journey to Israel's Maccabiah Games, Israel greets 1 millionth tourist of 2022 after just a few months of restriction-free entry to Holy Land, Is abortion 'a Jewish value'? And Special Agent Marcus Ryker is leading an advance trip along the Israeli-Lebanon border, ahead of the secretarys arrival. Tracking news and events impacting Israel & the Middle East Even dinner at Mar-a-Lago and a conversation with former President Donald J. Trump. 03-12-19, Release date: The second service was typically standing room only, even in the balconies. All Categories Blog, Other series written by Rosenberg Joel C. Include, If you liked the Marcus Ryker book series here are some other book series you might like, The Hairy Bikie and Other Metacognitive Strategies: Implementing a Frontal Lobe Prosthesis for Those Whose Learning Is Compromised. Marcus Ryker has spent his entire career studying killers. Brilliant. This time the shooter responded with a volley of shots in her direction, and she pulled back just in time. The night was chilly, and there was a brisk breeze coming off the Potomac River. Marcus heard no pounding of running feet, no yelling, no screeching tires or approaching sirens. Marcus Ryker Decorated U.S. Marine and Secret Service agent on the presidential detail. The instant New York Times, USA TODAY, and Publishers Weekly bestseller! Marcus recognized it immediately, as hed recently been given one of his own. And then he saw Marcy. Mostly he didnt want to be a bother. With an American president distracted by growing tensions in North Korea and Iran, an ominous new threat is emerging in Moscow. Yet why let threats of murder and chaos ruin a perfectly good evening? As Marcus shruggedhe most certainly hadnt knownthe large woman stepped out on the porch and gave him a hug, kissed him on both cheeks, and insisted, as she always did, that he return the favor. So tell me about this new job. The moment Marcus got her reply, he dropped to his stomach. To her horror, she saw Marcus behind the wheel. Sign up to Receive Updates on Joel Rosenberg News and Products. She had an athletic build and struck Marcus as a runner. So, Agent Curtis, whats your story? Friedman says its safer to walk around Dubai as a Jew than NYC, Galilee tourism to get a facelift and much needed improvements, Israeli prime minister, president work to mitigate the Jewish Agency crisis in Russia. Rosenberg improves with each book. BRIEFING LATER. Contact Us Kailea turned just in time to see a red Ford F-150 roaring across the parking lot and picking up speed. And someone was playing the piano beautifully. Marcus also had just two magazines left, but given that he was using larger, .357-caliber rounds, his magazines held only a dozen rounds. Estranged from his kids. What wasnt clear was when or where the attacks would come or how many were coming or precisely how they would strike. The secretary of state is headed to the region to seal the deal. It was a sound he had heard a million times before, and it was close. Im back to work writing a new political thriller and loving every minute of it! Book 3 in the bestselling 3-book espionage and spy thriller series that has sold 700,000 copies! Then he remembered Marcy. Want to see it? Yet insisting he was enjoying his newfound bachelors life and trying to get Marcus off his rear end and back in the game. Nevertheless, she crouched down and began advancing along the right side of the Ford, hopefully low enough not to be seen, yet high enough to see over the truck into the sanctuary as well as into the large hallway to their left. Marcus just stared up Eleventh Street, then started walking northward. He strained to see if either Carter or Maya were with her but couldnt tell. Given his schedule, he couldnt always accept, and even when he was free, he didnt always come. He had his Sig Sauer out, and he was squeezing one round after another at a shadowy figure wearing a ski mask on the other side of the sanctuary. Highly recommended. She bankrupted her grandmother in less than twenty minutes, and Carter and Marcus werent far behind. Kailea kicked aside the AR-15, bent down, checked the mans pulse, and shook her head. Growing up on Colorados Front Range, he had lived to push the boundaries, especially as a teenager, to experience the rush of the unknown, to suck the marrow out of life. . Kailea felt her Android vibrate. The guy in the bell tower was two. Marcus stepped out onto Eleventh Street and looked left. Seeing that Marcus had safely made it across the street, Kailea used the moment to reload. Thats me, Kailea said. | Satisfied that all was clear, Marcus walked briskly down the street and around the corner to where his 1986 Nissan Stanza was parked. Joel C. Rosenberg is the editor-in-chief of ALL ISRAEL NEWS and ALL ARAB NEWS and the President and CEO of Near East Media. Clear, Marcus said at last, convinced no other shooters were present. Some were bleeding out. Now youve got my number. Help us educate Christians on a daily basis about what is happening in Israel & the Middle East and why it matters. And tell him to come with you to church tomorrow. Next the shooter turned his fire on a sedan heading north on Thirteenth Street. It wasnt a lie. And time is running out. New York Times bestselling author Joel C. Rosenberg returns with a high-stakes political thriller set in Russia. Those will come later this year. She looked like she was going to call to him. The last thing the White House can afford is a new war in the Mideast that could derail the treaty and set the region ablaze. Sweet corn on the cob. Marcus began to decline but instantly thought better of it. You made it, Maya Emerson said in her distinctive Southern drawl. Despite vacuuming up untold terabytes of phone calls, emails, text messages, and other electronic communications over the past month, Americas seventeen intelligence agencies had precious little to show for their efforts, and what few leads they had uncovered were infuriatingly inconclusive. He loved this home and he loved these people and he knew it was silly of him to have been anxious even for a moment. JERUSALEMAs much as I loved traveling across the United States for the last six weeks of 2021, I have to say Im jazzed to be back home in Jerusalem, hard at work on my next novel.