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WE ARE ON THE BRINK OF AN EXTINCTION LEVEL EVENT...
Multiple time USA TODAY & Amazon 6-million copy bestselling authors DAVID ARCHER and BLAKE BANNER have combined forces to create one hell of a thriller series!
There is a time bomb ticking down toward a global extinction event. The bomb has a name, and everybody knows where it is. In fact, people pay to go and see it, and have picnics around it. It’s called the Yellowstone Caldera, and when it next blows it will probably take out mankind.
There is another time bomb ticking, maybe on a much shorter fuse, and it is also leading up to an extinction event for humankind. This one will be an explosion of intelligence – artificial intelligence – that threatens to turn and look at its creator and find him wanting.
When Alex Mason is sent by ODIN to investigate the death of anarchic genius Peter Justin at his cabin near the Yellowstone Caldera, what he finds is the ultimate nightmare. The two-time bombs have linked, and the countdown is on.
The biggest IQs at the Rat Lab and Gordon Alistair Avionics, the giants of the military-industrial complex, are saying it’s too late. Global AI is now a fact and its plans at the Caldera can’t be stopped. Mason knows he must prove them wrong. Either that, or…
Game over.
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David Archer
David Archer's thrillers are an invitation to step into the darker, more uncertain corners of the human experience. His stories, often driven by gritty suspense and complex moral dilemmas, have made him a go-to author for readers who crave fast-paced, hard-hitting narratives. Whether exploring the battle between justice and revenge or delving into the shadows of flawed characters, Archer’s novels strike a deep emotional chord with his audience.
Born and raised in Bakersfield, California, Archer’s writing journey began as a quiet passion in his early years. The Pacific Northwest, with its misty mornings and rugged terrain, now serves as the backdrop to his creative process—an ideal setting for stories that often play with tension and the unknown. His series, including Sam Prichard, Noah Wolf, and Cassie McGraw, have captivated a wide audience and earned him recognition as a bestselling author on platforms like Amazon. His work stands out for its intricate plots, character-driven storytelling, and a sharp eye for psychological depth.
Alex Mason
In a world shadowed by secrets and relentless danger, the Alex Mason series plunges readers into a high-stakes journey where survival hinges on wit, loyalty, and unyielding resolve. The story follows Alex—a figure both shaped and scarred by a past that refuses to stay buried—as he navigates a web of conspiracies that ripple through the darkest corners of society.
Alex Mason consists of sixteen books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
