Iris and Roy Johansen Collection: Silent Thunder / Storm Cycle

Publisher Marketing: "Silent Thunder" "It was the assignment of a lifetime. " Brilliant marine architect Hannah Bryson has been given a priceless opportunity. A U. S. maritime museum has just acquired the former pride of the Soviet fleet, the decommissioned submarine "Silent Thunder," for public exhibition. Hannah must inspect every single inch of this legendary nuclear attack sub and design modifications that will make it safe for the thousands of expected visitors. Enlisting the aid of her brother, Connor, they examine the enormous vessel and delve into its long and lethal history. "But it was a trap. " On a routine check, Connor discovers a mysterious message behind one of the ship s panels. But before he can figure out what it means, there s a deadly assault on "Silent Thunder." The U. S. government warns Hannah against it, but she ll stop at nothing to find the ruthless mastermind behind the plot. Even if it means joining forces with a mysterious man who may be even more dangerous than the enemy she has sworn to bring down. As Hannah finds herself caught in the crossfire of an epic standoff, her only hope for survival is to unravel "Silent Thunder" explosive secret. But someone s willing to kill to make sure "Silent Thunder" stays silent. Brisk, exhilarating, and filled with authentic details, "Silent Thunder" is the brainchild of the biggest name in suspense teamed with the stunning, intricate plot twists of an Edgar Award-winning author. Get ready for an incredible thrill ride! "Storm Cycle" "She'd do anything to save her sister's life. " Rachel Kirby is a computer genius whose personal life is falling apart. Even as she stands on the brink of a stunning technological breakthrough, her beloved younger sister is plagued by a rare chronic illness that will eventually kill her, leaving Rachel all alone. "Saving her sister's life has put her own in grave danger. " But thousands of miles away archaeologist/adventurer John Tavak has made a priceless discovery in an Egyptian tomb. A discovery, Rachel realizes, that humankind has been seeking throughout history a secret that may save her sister s life and many thousands more. But a powerful organization is also in white-hot pursuit, led by a man who will stop at nothing to get what he wants. "If she could just get her hands on the cure. " Against all odds, Rachel joins forces with the brilliant, enigmatic Tavak in an adventure that will take them across three continents, and it will take all of their wits, instincts, and cutting-edge technology to bring to light an ancient civilization s most amazing legacy. And together they must race to unravel the explosive 4,500-year-old secret before it is lost to the ages. With Johansen and Johansen s trademark research, fast-paced action, and charismatic characters, "Storm Cycle" will blow you away. " Contributor Bio:  Johansen, Iris Iris Johansen is The New York Times bestselling author of The Perfect Witness, Live to See Tomorrow, Silencing Eve, Hunting Eve, Taking Eve, Sleep No More, What Doesn t Kill You, Bonnie, Quinn, Eve, Chasing the Night, Eight Days to Live, Blood Game, Deadlock, Dark Summer, Pandora s Daughter, Quicksand, Killer Dreams, On the Run, Countdown, Firestorm, Fatal Tide, Dead Aim, No One to Trust, and more. And with her son Roy Johansen, she has coauthored Sight Unseen, Close Your Eyes, Shadow Zone, Storm Cycle, and Silent Thunder. Contributor Bio:  Johansen, Roy Roy Johansen is an Edgar Award winning author and the son of Iris Johansen. He has written many well-received mysteries, including Close Your Eyes (w/Iris Johansen), Shadow Zone (w/ Iris Johansen), Storm Cycle (w/ Iris Johansen), and Silent Thunder (w/ Iris Johansen), Deadly Visions, Beyond Belief and The Answer Man. Contributor Bio:  Gigante, Phil Phil Gigante is an APA Audie Award winner (The Dark Highlander, The Stainless Steel Rat, and The Watch That Ends the Night), and winner of over a dozen Audiofile Magazine Earphones Awards. He has narrated and directed more than 250 books, and was twice named a "Best Voice in Mystery and Suspense" by Audiofile Magazine. He has been named a Best Male Narrator in the categories of Romance, Science Fiction, Militaria, and Mystery/Suspense, as well as "Favorite Dual Narrator" (with Natalie Ross). Phil also works in film, TV and radio, and is the Producer/Director of Gigantic Productions theatre company. He makes his home in the Midwest. Contributor Bio:  Bond, Jim Bond is a producer and host of radio talk shows, with an extensive background in theatre and the musical stage. Contributor Bio:  Various Various authors, including Sheila Walsh, Marilyn Meberg, Luci Swindoll, Patsy Clairmont, and Sandy Patti.