Atomic Peril: A Nuclear Forensics Thriller (The Nuclear Forensics Thrilogy)

“A terrific nuclear thriller from a founding father of nuclear forensics. Readers who enjoyed Tom Clancy's The Sum of All Fears will love this book." Rick Acker, bestselling suspense author. In this high-octane thriller, a laboratory scientist races to stop terrorists from detonating a nuclear bomb on American soil. Tasked by the FBI to analyze a small amount of highly enriched uranium found on a smuggler in Moldova, nuclear-forensics scientist Steven Carter’s initial results suggest a serious terrorist threat. Unconvinced by his findings, the FBI calls a halt to further investigation. But Carter goes rogue, secretly continuing to analyze the material and discovering compelling evidence that somebody has enough uranium to make a nuclear bomb. With no other recourse, Carter risks his career by taking his evidence to the CIA. Later, when a piece of the weapon is interdicted, he reunites with his FBI handler, John Kittrick, to decipher the clues buried in the uranium. With time running out, against all protocol, Kittrick asks Carter to leave his safe scientific turf and enter the dangerous world of a field operative. And Carter agrees, willing to do anything to help find the bomb before the terrorists unleash nuclear destruction. "Atomic Peril gives readers an insightful peek at how decisions are made during a nuclear security event. It is a fascinating ride--you will learn much and will not be able to put this book down!" Dr. Frank Wong, National Security Council, (2014-2016), The White House. “I am absolutely wowed by this thriller. I’m a huge fan of thrillers, and the story and craft in Atomic Peril struck me as polished, gripping, and entertaining. The novel shines a bright light on the serious value of nuclear forensics.” William Daitch, Director (2006-2015), National Technical Nuclear Forensics Center, Department of Homeland Security. What readers are saying: “An uncommon thriller founded in rock-solid science and real world conditions! A very complex puzzle to solve that had this reader gritting his teeth, unable to put the book down!” (Amazon reviewer) “Atomic Peril is not simply a page-turning thriller — it’s a genuine wake-up call!” (Amazon reviewer) “A rare combination of seldom published scientific detail, a frightening terrorist plot and the distraction of seemingly unsolvable family dysfunction… a true page turner that is both completely believable and edge of your seat dramatic.” (Goodreads reviewer) “Gripping and fast-paced intelligent thriller.” (Amazon reviewer) “A scientist with guts--how scientific knowledge (mind) and human feelings (guts) play out puts the thrill into this timely thriller.” (Amazon reviewer) “A true thriller and a seriously impressive debut novel from retired renaissance man Sidney Niemeyer.” (Goodreads reviewer) “I love fast-paced fiction novels and Atomic Peril did not disappoint!... The character development was excellent and timely, with depiction of lives full of not only work stress, but marital tension, teen drama, bitterness, angst and determination.” (Amazon reviewer) “Fast paced page turner on a topic that should keep us up at night given the current geopolitical environment.“ (Amazon reviewer)
ASIN: B0CKB81DF3
VSKU: DBV.B0CKB81DF3.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Niemeyer, Sidney
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!