Secondhand Action & Espionage Bargain Book Box DSH1146
Secondhand Action & Espionage Bargain Book Box
Prepare for high-octane adventure and pulse-pounding military action with this massive collection spanning classic spy thrillers and contemporary special forces narratives. Featuring a dedicated archive of Alistair MacLean's masterful adventures alongside modern giants like Chris Ryan and Wilbur Smith, this box is perfect for readers who love tales of survival, espionage, and globetrotting intrigue. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear, but the excitement remains undimmed, offering months of thrilling escapes into danger zones around the world.
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Rage by Wilbur Smith
Shasa Courtney returns to South Africa determined to destroy his lifelong political enemy, the powerful and ruthless politician General Mark Anders. Their decades-long conflict involves high-stakes political maneuvers, brutal betrayals, and deep-seated family secrets that threaten to tear the nation apart. This epic novel traces their violent rivalry against the backdrop of a country simmering with racial tension and heading toward a dramatic confrontation. Courtney must risk everything to expose Anders and reclaim his lost honor. -
Cold War (Tom Clancy's Powerplays) by Jerome Preisler
When the Russian military stages a sudden, aggressive takeover of a former Soviet republic rich in natural resources, the world stands on the brink of global conflict. Tensions escalate rapidly as U.S. President Jack Ryan must decide whether to intervene militarily against the resurgent Russian power. This military thriller explores the deadly modern complexities of international warfare and the fragile balance of global power politics. The smallest miscalculation could plunge humanity into a new age of atomic confrontation. -
Deception Point by Dan Brown
When a NASA satellite discovers a rare meteorite containing evidence of extraterrestrial life buried deep in the Arctic ice, the discovery rocks the world of science and politics. An intelligence analyst is dispatched to verify the authenticity of the find, but she soon uncovers mounting scientific and political deception surrounding the monumental discovery. She must race to expose the conspiracy before powerful forces bury the truth forever and manipulate the outcome of the upcoming presidential election. -
Greed by Chris Ryan
Ex-SAS operative and private security contractor John Bald is drawn into a lethal game when a powerful consortium hires him to recover a stolen shipment of uncut diamonds from a ruthless warlord in Sierra Leone. What begins as a simple retrieval mission quickly spirals into a desperate fight for survival deep in the heart of the African conflict zone. Bald must navigate a landscape ravaged by violence, corruption, and the insatiable appetite for wealth. -
The Increment by Chris Ryan
Geordie Sharp, an operative with the Increment, a covert branch of the SAS, is sent into a politically charged hot spot to perform a series of deniable and dangerous missions. He uncovers a complex web of betrayal and military intelligence leaks that jeopardize global security and put his own life in the crosshairs. Sharp must rely solely on his unparalleled training and raw instinct to complete his assignment and eliminate the threat. -
The Kremlin Device by Chris Ryan
SAS hero Geordie Sharp is plunged into the volatile world of Russian espionage when he is tasked with tracking down a rogue faction in the Russian military attempting to steal advanced nuclear materials. The mission takes him deep undercover into Moscow, where the line between ally and enemy is dangerously blurred. Sharp must neutralize the threat before the stolen technology falls into the hands of international terrorists, risking a global catastrophe. -
Tenth Man Down by Chris Ryan
When a highly skilled and deadly SAS team is sent into the rugged terrain of the former Soviet Union to retrieve a stolen nuclear warhead, they face a dangerous environment and relentless opposition. The operative leading the charge discovers a conspiracy that reaches beyond the local warlords, linking back to powerful figures in Western intelligence. This relentless thriller exposes the brutal realities of modern military operations and the cost of keeping the world safe. -
Land of Fire by Chris Ryan
Nick Stone is on a personal mission of vengeance, pursuing a terrorist cell that orchestrated a devastating attack that cost him dearly. His hunt takes him across Europe and the Middle East, using his specialized military skills to track his elusive targets. Stone realizes the conspiracy is far wider and more sinister than he first believed, requiring him to operate entirely outside the law to achieve justice. -
Ice Station Zebra by Alistair MacLean
A British nuclear submarine is dispatched to a remote, isolated weather station near the North Pole, where a scientific team has suddenly stopped transmitting crucial data. The mission quickly turns into a treacherous web of Cold War espionage, murder, and sabotage as the submarine crew realize a deadly international agent is aboard. They must fight against the unforgiving elements and internal paranoia to determine who is the killer before vital secrets are compromised. -
The Sands of Sakkara by Glenn Meade
A mysterious package containing ancient artifacts is delivered to a Cairo archaeologist, pulling him into a violent hunt for a legendary lost scroll that holds dangerous prophetic secrets. Pursued by powerful forces who believe the scroll contains the blueprint for global domination, the archaeologist and his unlikely allies race across Egypt. This thriller blends historical mystery with high-stakes modern espionage, threatening to expose a truth that could shatter world religion and politics. -
The Dark of the Sun by Wilbur Smith
An ex-mercenary is hired to lead a dangerous mission into the heart of the Congo amidst a violent civil war to rescue a group of European settlers stranded in an isolated mining town. He assembles a crew of hardened fighters, but the journey becomes a grueling test of loyalty, morality, and survival against a backdrop of unimaginable brutality. This raw adventure novel explores the dark side of conflict and the thin line between savior and killer. -
Enigma by Robert Harris
Set during the darkest days of World War II, a brilliant young cryptographer is urgently called to Bletchley Park when the Allies realize the Germans have changed their deadly U-boat code. He must race against time to crack the new Enigma variations, knowing that thousands of lives depend on his success and secrecy. This historical thriller blends intense puzzle-solving with high stakes, exploring the immense pressure and paranoia of top-secret wartime intelligence. -
A Spy's Life by Henry Porter
A seasoned British spy operating in Eastern Europe suddenly finds his quiet existence shattered when his Russian contact is brutally murdered in suspicious circumstances. Realizing he is being framed by someone within his own agency, the agent must go on the run to prove his innocence and uncover the conspiracy at the heart of his service. This taut espionage novel explores themes of loyalty, deceit, and the moral compromises inherent in a life of intelligence. -
White Guard by David Clunies-Ross
A former special forces operator working as a wildlife conservationist in Russia finds himself embroiled in a dangerous political conflict when he is tasked with protecting a rare and powerful bird of prey. He uncovers a covert operation that utilizes endangered species for nefarious military purposes, putting him directly in the crosshairs of ruthless, well-funded adversaries. This action-packed thriller blends environmental advocacy with military espionage and brutal survival tactics. -
Liberation Day by Andy McNab
Nick Stone, operating under deep cover, is tasked with infiltrating a dangerous international cartel trafficking in biological weapons and high-tech military hardware. The mission requires him to assume a new identity and embed himself with extremely violent and suspicious individuals who will kill without question. Stone must maintain his facade while gathering crucial intelligence before the deadly payload is sold to the highest bidder. -
For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway
Set against the brutal backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, an idealistic American volunteer joins a group of anti-Fascist guerrillas on a critical mission to blow up a key bridge. As he falls in love with a young Spanish woman whose family was ravaged by the war, he confronts the complex morality of violence and death in pursuit of a political ideal. This classic literary work is a poignant and powerful exploration of duty, sacrifice, and mortality under fire. -
H.M.S. Ulysses by Alistair MacLean
This is the epic story of the crew aboard a battered light cruiser tasked with escorting a convoy of vital supplies through the deadly, ice-choked waters of the Arctic during World War II. Facing continuous attacks from German U-boats, relentless enemy aircraft, and the savage fury of the sea, the crew pushes themselves past the point of exhaustion and sanity. MacLean captures the relentless heroism and terrifying reality of naval warfare in the harshest environment on Earth. -
The Satan Bug by Alistair MacLean
When samples of a terrifyingly deadly, fast-acting biological weapon—known as the Satan Bug—are stolen from a top-secret government laboratory, an agent is sent in to track down the thief. The desperate search takes him on a high-speed chase across the English countryside, racing against a countdown to disaster as the culprit threatens to unleash the fatal plague. This high-tension thriller focuses on the frightening potential of germ warfare and the fragility of global safety. -
The Golden Rendezvous by Alistair MacLean
A luxury cruise liner sailing in the Caribbean suddenly becomes the target of a brutal hijacking by an unknown group seeking to steal a valuable, hidden payload stored in the ship's safe. The ship’s First Officer finds himself fighting a desperate battle of wits and force against the ruthless pirates to protect the passengers and discover the true nature of the ship’s secret cargo. This classic sea thriller is packed with explosive action and unexpected reversals of fortune. -
Night Without End by Alistair MacLean
A high-speed airliner crashes tragically into the desolate, snow-covered wastes of the Arctic Circle, and the only survivors are trapped in a remote weather station. Two members of the station race to care for the injured, only to discover that the crash was no accident and one of the survivors is a cold-blooded killer. As paranoia mounts and a blizzard rages, they must determine which of the survivors is the assassin before they are eliminated. -
The Last Frontier by Alistair MacLean
A brilliant British scientist specializing in missile technology is urgently sent to Hungary during the tense height of the Cold War to rescue a key defector holding vital military secrets. The mission is fraught with peril as he must navigate the constant surveillance and lethal reach of the Hungarian and Soviet secret police. This early MacLean novel expertly crafts a narrative of espionage, double-crosses, and breathless escapes behind the Iron Curtain. -
The Guns of Navarone by Alistair MacLean
A small, elite team of Allied commandos is sent on a near-suicidal mission during World War II to destroy two massive, impenetrable German guns guarding a crucial channel in the Aegean Sea. They must navigate treacherous seas and rugged terrain, constantly battling both the elements and the relentless enemy forces. Their success is essential for saving hundreds of British soldiers trapped nearby, but failure means the certain defeat of the entire campaign. -
Caravan to Vaccarès by Alistair MacLean
A young, unsuspecting English journalist traveling through the rugged Camargue region of France finds himself caught up in a desperate plot involving a wealthy countess, a gypsy leader, and the secret theft of vital documents. He is forced to escort a mysterious, high-value individual across the treacherous, marshy landscape while being pursued by a shadowy organization. This adventure is a tense race against time set amidst the unique backdrop of Southern France. -
Puppet on a Chain by Alistair MacLean
An agent from the American Narcotics Bureau is sent to Amsterdam to investigate a massive international drug trafficking ring that stretches from the Netherlands across Europe. His efforts are complicated by a series of brutal murders and the deep infiltration of the police force by the criminals. He must work alone, trusting no one, to dismantle the operation and escape the city alive.
Genre: Fiction
Secondhand Action & Espionage Bargain Book Box
Prepare for high-octane adventure and pulse-pounding military action with this massive collection spanning classic spy thrillers and contemporary special forces narratives. Featuring a dedicated archive of Alistair MacLean's masterful adventures alongside modern giants like Chris Ryan and Wilbur Smith, this box is perfect for readers who love tales of survival, espionage, and globetrotting intrigue. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear, but the excitement remains undimmed, offering months of thrilling escapes into danger zones around the world.
-
Rage by Wilbur Smith
Shasa Courtney returns to South Africa determined to destroy his lifelong political enemy, the powerful and ruthless politician General Mark Anders. Their decades-long conflict involves high-stakes political maneuvers, brutal betrayals, and deep-seated family secrets that threaten to tear the nation apart. This epic novel traces their violent rivalry against the backdrop of a country simmering with racial tension and heading toward a dramatic confrontation. Courtney must risk everything to expose Anders and reclaim his lost honor. -
Cold War (Tom Clancy's Powerplays) by Jerome Preisler
When the Russian military stages a sudden, aggressive takeover of a former Soviet republic rich in natural resources, the world stands on the brink of global conflict. Tensions escalate rapidly as U.S. President Jack Ryan must decide whether to intervene militarily against the resurgent Russian power. This military thriller explores the deadly modern complexities of international warfare and the fragile balance of global power politics. The smallest miscalculation could plunge humanity into a new age of atomic confrontation. -
Deception Point by Dan Brown
When a NASA satellite discovers a rare meteorite containing evidence of extraterrestrial life buried deep in the Arctic ice, the discovery rocks the world of science and politics. An intelligence analyst is dispatched to verify the authenticity of the find, but she soon uncovers mounting scientific and political deception surrounding the monumental discovery. She must race to expose the conspiracy before powerful forces bury the truth forever and manipulate the outcome of the upcoming presidential election. -
Greed by Chris Ryan
Ex-SAS operative and private security contractor John Bald is drawn into a lethal game when a powerful consortium hires him to recover a stolen shipment of uncut diamonds from a ruthless warlord in Sierra Leone. What begins as a simple retrieval mission quickly spirals into a desperate fight for survival deep in the heart of the African conflict zone. Bald must navigate a landscape ravaged by violence, corruption, and the insatiable appetite for wealth. -
The Increment by Chris Ryan
Geordie Sharp, an operative with the Increment, a covert branch of the SAS, is sent into a politically charged hot spot to perform a series of deniable and dangerous missions. He uncovers a complex web of betrayal and military intelligence leaks that jeopardize global security and put his own life in the crosshairs. Sharp must rely solely on his unparalleled training and raw instinct to complete his assignment and eliminate the threat. -
The Kremlin Device by Chris Ryan
SAS hero Geordie Sharp is plunged into the volatile world of Russian espionage when he is tasked with tracking down a rogue faction in the Russian military attempting to steal advanced nuclear materials. The mission takes him deep undercover into Moscow, where the line between ally and enemy is dangerously blurred. Sharp must neutralize the threat before the stolen technology falls into the hands of international terrorists, risking a global catastrophe. -
Tenth Man Down by Chris Ryan
When a highly skilled and deadly SAS team is sent into the rugged terrain of the former Soviet Union to retrieve a stolen nuclear warhead, they face a dangerous environment and relentless opposition. The operative leading the charge discovers a conspiracy that reaches beyond the local warlords, linking back to powerful figures in Western intelligence. This relentless thriller exposes the brutal realities of modern military operations and the cost of keeping the world safe. -
Land of Fire by Chris Ryan
Nick Stone is on a personal mission of vengeance, pursuing a terrorist cell that orchestrated a devastating attack that cost him dearly. His hunt takes him across Europe and the Middle East, using his specialized military skills to track his elusive targets. Stone realizes the conspiracy is far wider and more sinister than he first believed, requiring him to operate entirely outside the law to achieve justice. -
Ice Station Zebra by Alistair MacLean
A British nuclear submarine is dispatched to a remote, isolated weather station near the North Pole, where a scientific team has suddenly stopped transmitting crucial data. The mission quickly turns into a treacherous web of Cold War espionage, murder, and sabotage as the submarine crew realize a deadly international agent is aboard. They must fight against the unforgiving elements and internal paranoia to determine who is the killer before vital secrets are compromised. -
The Sands of Sakkara by Glenn Meade
A mysterious package containing ancient artifacts is delivered to a Cairo archaeologist, pulling him into a violent hunt for a legendary lost scroll that holds dangerous prophetic secrets. Pursued by powerful forces who believe the scroll contains the blueprint for global domination, the archaeologist and his unlikely allies race across Egypt. This thriller blends historical mystery with high-stakes modern espionage, threatening to expose a truth that could shatter world religion and politics. -
The Dark of the Sun by Wilbur Smith
An ex-mercenary is hired to lead a dangerous mission into the heart of the Congo amidst a violent civil war to rescue a group of European settlers stranded in an isolated mining town. He assembles a crew of hardened fighters, but the journey becomes a grueling test of loyalty, morality, and survival against a backdrop of unimaginable brutality. This raw adventure novel explores the dark side of conflict and the thin line between savior and killer. -
Enigma by Robert Harris
Set during the darkest days of World War II, a brilliant young cryptographer is urgently called to Bletchley Park when the Allies realize the Germans have changed their deadly U-boat code. He must race against time to crack the new Enigma variations, knowing that thousands of lives depend on his success and secrecy. This historical thriller blends intense puzzle-solving with high stakes, exploring the immense pressure and paranoia of top-secret wartime intelligence. -
A Spy's Life by Henry Porter
A seasoned British spy operating in Eastern Europe suddenly finds his quiet existence shattered when his Russian contact is brutally murdered in suspicious circumstances. Realizing he is being framed by someone within his own agency, the agent must go on the run to prove his innocence and uncover the conspiracy at the heart of his service. This taut espionage novel explores themes of loyalty, deceit, and the moral compromises inherent in a life of intelligence. -
White Guard by David Clunies-Ross
A former special forces operator working as a wildlife conservationist in Russia finds himself embroiled in a dangerous political conflict when he is tasked with protecting a rare and powerful bird of prey. He uncovers a covert operation that utilizes endangered species for nefarious military purposes, putting him directly in the crosshairs of ruthless, well-funded adversaries. This action-packed thriller blends environmental advocacy with military espionage and brutal survival tactics. -
Liberation Day by Andy McNab
Nick Stone, operating under deep cover, is tasked with infiltrating a dangerous international cartel trafficking in biological weapons and high-tech military hardware. The mission requires him to assume a new identity and embed himself with extremely violent and suspicious individuals who will kill without question. Stone must maintain his facade while gathering crucial intelligence before the deadly payload is sold to the highest bidder. -
For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway
Set against the brutal backdrop of the Spanish Civil War, an idealistic American volunteer joins a group of anti-Fascist guerrillas on a critical mission to blow up a key bridge. As he falls in love with a young Spanish woman whose family was ravaged by the war, he confronts the complex morality of violence and death in pursuit of a political ideal. This classic literary work is a poignant and powerful exploration of duty, sacrifice, and mortality under fire. -
H.M.S. Ulysses by Alistair MacLean
This is the epic story of the crew aboard a battered light cruiser tasked with escorting a convoy of vital supplies through the deadly, ice-choked waters of the Arctic during World War II. Facing continuous attacks from German U-boats, relentless enemy aircraft, and the savage fury of the sea, the crew pushes themselves past the point of exhaustion and sanity. MacLean captures the relentless heroism and terrifying reality of naval warfare in the harshest environment on Earth. -
The Satan Bug by Alistair MacLean
When samples of a terrifyingly deadly, fast-acting biological weapon—known as the Satan Bug—are stolen from a top-secret government laboratory, an agent is sent in to track down the thief. The desperate search takes him on a high-speed chase across the English countryside, racing against a countdown to disaster as the culprit threatens to unleash the fatal plague. This high-tension thriller focuses on the frightening potential of germ warfare and the fragility of global safety. -
The Golden Rendezvous by Alistair MacLean
A luxury cruise liner sailing in the Caribbean suddenly becomes the target of a brutal hijacking by an unknown group seeking to steal a valuable, hidden payload stored in the ship's safe. The ship’s First Officer finds himself fighting a desperate battle of wits and force against the ruthless pirates to protect the passengers and discover the true nature of the ship’s secret cargo. This classic sea thriller is packed with explosive action and unexpected reversals of fortune. -
Night Without End by Alistair MacLean
A high-speed airliner crashes tragically into the desolate, snow-covered wastes of the Arctic Circle, and the only survivors are trapped in a remote weather station. Two members of the station race to care for the injured, only to discover that the crash was no accident and one of the survivors is a cold-blooded killer. As paranoia mounts and a blizzard rages, they must determine which of the survivors is the assassin before they are eliminated. -
The Last Frontier by Alistair MacLean
A brilliant British scientist specializing in missile technology is urgently sent to Hungary during the tense height of the Cold War to rescue a key defector holding vital military secrets. The mission is fraught with peril as he must navigate the constant surveillance and lethal reach of the Hungarian and Soviet secret police. This early MacLean novel expertly crafts a narrative of espionage, double-crosses, and breathless escapes behind the Iron Curtain. -
The Guns of Navarone by Alistair MacLean
A small, elite team of Allied commandos is sent on a near-suicidal mission during World War II to destroy two massive, impenetrable German guns guarding a crucial channel in the Aegean Sea. They must navigate treacherous seas and rugged terrain, constantly battling both the elements and the relentless enemy forces. Their success is essential for saving hundreds of British soldiers trapped nearby, but failure means the certain defeat of the entire campaign. -
Caravan to Vaccarès by Alistair MacLean
A young, unsuspecting English journalist traveling through the rugged Camargue region of France finds himself caught up in a desperate plot involving a wealthy countess, a gypsy leader, and the secret theft of vital documents. He is forced to escort a mysterious, high-value individual across the treacherous, marshy landscape while being pursued by a shadowy organization. This adventure is a tense race against time set amidst the unique backdrop of Southern France. -
Puppet on a Chain by Alistair MacLean
An agent from the American Narcotics Bureau is sent to Amsterdam to investigate a massive international drug trafficking ring that stretches from the Netherlands across Europe. His efforts are complicated by a series of brutal murders and the deep infiltration of the police force by the criminals. He must work alone, trusting no one, to dismantle the operation and escape the city alive.