In the shadowed corridors of global espionage, where the stormy waves of the Mediterranean hide secrets deep beneath, Brad Thor's "Use of Force" thrusts readers into a heart-stopping journey of terror, betrayal, and clandestine operations. When a high-value terrorism suspect, vanished without a trace three years prior, is found dead and washed ashore, the discovery sets off a chain reaction of fear and urgency within the CIA. The specter of a looming attack, one of unspeakable magnitude, haunts the summer air, pushing the Agency to the edge. Enter Scot Harvath, a Navy SEAL turned covert counterterrorism operative, whose expertise and willingness to bypass the rules make him the perfect candidate for a mission that requires both deniability and deadly precision. Brad Thor masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue that races against the clock, capturing the essence of the threat that lurks in the shadows of international security. Harvath, operating under a black contract, navigates the perilous waters of espionage, where every decision could either thwart a catastrophic terrorist attack or precipitate a disaster of unimaginable proportions. "Use of Force" is not just a thriller; it is a visceral experience, plunging the reader into a world where the stakes could not be higher, and the line between hero and outlaw blurs in the pursuit of justice. Thor's unparalleled storytelling ensures that readers are not merely spectators but are thrust into the heart of the action, where every heartbeat and breath could be their last.