What is the price of revenge? In the aftermath of betrayal, Lachlan Byrn finds himself consumed by a thirst for vengeance. What begins as a straightforward kill becomes complicated as Byrn finds himself shadowed through the back streets of Beijing by a relentless and focused pursuer. Byrn’s quest for retribution is suddenly placed in jeopardy and his bloodlust put on hold as the assassin finds himself hunting and being hunted at the same time. But this is only the opening play. As a labyrinth of deceit unfolds, Byrn, now operating on a razor’s edge, discovers he is being manipulated by an individual so powerful that even governments cower in fear. But when those distorting the world’s endless shades of gray in Washington and New York come face to face with a killer who sees only black and white… someone is going to die. What Amazon readers are saying about the Lachlan Byrn Thriller Series: “This explosive, exciting story tells what an elite assassin goes through to stay on top… Superb. Highly recommended.” “… one is completely drawn into this character. The plot is incredible and believe me you’ll be on the edge of your seat more than a couple of times.” “I couldn’t put this book down. Action from start to finish.” “I really enjoyed this novel. It’s hard to put down and the characters are spectacular.” “The action is spellbinding, the detail is intense and the suspense is compelling. I couldn’t put it down!” “My favorite Mark Mannock book yet!” “A great, intense story.” “This novel is a fast-paced action thriller. It’s hard to put down. Even though Lachlan Byrn lacks a conscience, I love his character. I look forward to reading the entire series.”