Mutation Protocol (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by Redline Ink Publishing, 2026
- Softcover
- New
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Paperback. Book DescriptionA sheriff, a conspiracy, and a fight for the soul of a county.Aubrey Collins survived Harlan County. She exposed a biological weapons program operating on American soil, lost her job, and nearly lost her life. But she built something in the ashes-a reputation for refusing to look away, and a love strong enough to survive the worst that could be thrown at it.Now she's the newly elected Sheriff of Mercer County, West Virginia, and she's determined to build a normal life with Dylan, the veteran who stood beside her through the fire. The farmhouse needs work. The department needs leadership. The county voted her in with 78% of the vote, trusting her to protect them from the same nightmare that consumed Harlan.She thinks the worst is behind her.She's wrong.When the first call comes at 3:48 AM-violent, confused victims on a farm outside Bramwell-Aubrey recognizes the signs immediately. The same symptoms. The same wrongness. But this time it's faster, more aggressive. The pathogen she thought she'd stopped is mutating. And it's already in her water supply.With Dylan's help, Aubrey uncovers a horrifying truth: the Mercer County contamination isn't residual. It's active. A secret facility has been producing the weapon for years, distributing it across six states through water treatment plants and coal dust. And the people running it are still in power, still protected by a chain of command that reaches to the highest levels of government.As the Bluefield cluster explodes and the body count rises, Aubrey must build a case that will hold in federal court while coordinating an emergency response across multiple states. She'll need an unlikely alliance of whistleblowers, federal agents, and former enemies to stop the distribution before it reaches critical mass. And she'll need to confront the possibility that the ones who started this will never face justice.Because the people who funded the program are still in their positions. And they've already chosen their next target.From the author of the Harlan County thrillers comes the electrifying continuation of Aubrey Collins's fight for the truth. Set against the backdrop of West Virginia's coal country, The Sheriff's Stand is a story of courage, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds forged in the darkest hours. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- Mutation Protocol (Paperback)
- Author
- Josh Harper
- Publisher
- Redline Ink Publishing
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798235326361
Book Description
A sheriff, a conspiracy, and a fight for the soul of a county.
Aubrey Collins survived Harlan County. She exposed a biological weapons program operating on American soil, lost her job, and nearly lost her life. But she built something in the ashes-a reputation for refusing to look away, and a love strong enough to survive the worst that could be thrown at it.
Now she's the newly elected Sheriff of Mercer County, West Virginia, and she's determined to build a normal life with Dylan, the veteran who stood beside her through the fire. The farmhouse needs work. The department needs leadership. The county voted her in with 78% of the vote, trusting her to protect them from the same nightmare that consumed Harlan.
She thinks the worst is behind her.
She's wrong.
When the first call comes at 3:48 AM-violent, confused victims on a farm outside Bramwell-Aubrey recognizes the signs immediately. The same symptoms. The same wrongness. But this time it's faster, more aggressive. The pathogen she thought she'd stopped is mutating. And it's already in her water supply.
With Dylan's help, Aubrey uncovers a horrifying truth: the Mercer County contamination isn't residual. It's active. A secret facility has been producing the weapon for years, distributing it across six states through water treatment plants and coal dust. And the people running it are still in power, still protected by a chain of command that reaches to the highest levels of government.
As the Bluefield cluster explodes and the body count rises, Aubrey must build a case that will hold in federal court while coordinating an emergency response across multiple states. She'll need an unlikely alliance of whistleblowers, federal agents, and former enemies to stop the distribution before it reaches critical mass. And she'll need to confront the possibility that the ones who started this will never face justice.
Because the people who funded the program are still in their positions. And they've already chosen their next target.
From the author of the Harlan County thrillers comes the electrifying continuation of Aubrey Collins's fight for the truth. Set against the backdrop of West Virginia's coal country, The Sheriff's Stand is a story of courage, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds forged in the darkest hours.
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About the Author
Joshua Alexander Harper (born September 2, 1995), known professionally as Josh Harper, is an American author whose work is defined by high-octane momentum and visceral storytelling. Beginning his writing journey at the age of 14, Harper has spent over a decade honing a style that merges the relentless pace of action with the chilling precision of suspense.
His bibliography spans a wide range of intense sub-genres, from asphalt-shredding racing sagas and gritty FBI manhunts to the psychological horror that explores the raw edge of human fear. Regardless of the setting, his narratives thrive on adrenaline and grit, pulling readers into worlds that are both fast-paced and atmospheric.
As a multidisciplinary creator, Harper bridges the gap between traditional narrative craft and visual storytelling. He approaches each book as a full-throttle experience, meticulously shaping every detail to ensure it feels uncomfortably close to the dark. Whether he is capturing the scream of a high-performance engine or the silent dread of a supernatural encounter, Harper delivers a cinematic intensity that leaves a lasting impression.
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