The Countdown (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by True American Publishing, 2026
- Softcover
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- Title
- The Countdown (Paperback)
- Author
- Brian Leslie
- Publisher
- True American Publishing
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798235270602
The Counter Extremism Authority intercepts a chilling message: a coordinated terrorist attack will target Tel Aviv and American interests. As Israeli intelligence receives a fragmented tip-off, six experts unite to thwart the threat. Yael, a Mossad agent haunted by a failed mission, leads the team with Eitan, a cyber analyst; Avi, a bomb disposal expert; Maya, a police detective; Noam, a military strategist; and Tamar, a daring journalist. Meanwhile, three Iranian terrorists, led by the vengeful Reza, infiltrate Tel Aviv. They plant devices and evade capture while the CEA struggles with bureaucratic obstacles and the suspicion of a mole leaking information.
The Israeli team races against time, piecing together clues from surveillance, informants, and digital footprints. Eitan detects unusual data traffic, confirming a leak. Despite growing mistrust, the CEA provides remote support while Maya and a CEA liaison quietly investigate the mole, setting digital traps and interviewing staff. As pressure mounts, the terrorists move through Tel Aviv with ruthless precision. Suspicion briefly falls on Noam due to past connections, forcing him to confront old wounds. Tamar uncovers hints about the mole but faces a dilemma: risk the operation by exposing the story or hold back for the greater good.
With the terrorists' plan nearing completion, the team engages in a series of explosive confrontations. High-speed chases tear through Tel Aviv, and a tense standoff in a crowded market tests Avi's bomb disposal skills. The team infiltrates the terrorists' safehouse, leading to a brutal fight. As the final countdown begins, simultaneous threats loom over Tel Aviv and a US embassy. The mole is exposed as a blackmailed CEA analyst. A sting operation flushes him out, but not before he nearly sabotages a critical mission. Trust is restored, but the emotional fallout lingers.
In a desperate last move, Reza triggers a final attack. The Israeli team splits up, each member confronting personal fears and past traumas. Avi disarms the last bomb with seconds to spare, while Yael corners Reza. The terrorists' capture comes at a high cost, with lives forever changed by the harrowing ordeal. The CEA and Israeli teams forge a new alliance, knowing the threat is never truly over.
The relentless pace and emotional stakes culminate in a gripping resolution. The analyst's betrayal serves as a cautionary tale of vulnerability within secure organizations, adding layers of intrigue and character development to the explosive action.
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About the Author
Brian Leslie is a coercive interrogation & interview techniques expert, with over 14 years of previous law enforcement experience which includes major case investigation and specialized training, as well as a term serving as Chief of Police. Mr. Leslie has testified and been qualified as an expert in Federal, State and Military Courts throughout the United States. You can contact Brian Leslie to consult on a case at 1-888-400-1309 or at brian@criminalcaseconsultants.com
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