An epic debut set on the edges of space, where one botched job could mean death—or so much worse…Wanderlust runs in Kivita Vondir’s blood. She dreamed of salvaging like her father when she was young, and now it’s her addiction, getting her through pit stops filled with cheap alcohol and cheaper companionship and distracting her from her broken heart.Her latest contract to hunt down a fabled gemstone is exactly the kind of adventure she craves. But this job is more than meets the eye. For one thing, her duplicitous employer has hired rebel Sar Redryll—Kivita’s former lover—to stop her at any cost. For another, Kivita’s recovery of the relic unleashes in her powerful new abilities. Abilities that everyone in the Cetturo Arm—human, alien, and in-between—desperately wishes to control…As she avoids a massive galactic manhunt, Kivita teams up with two unlikely allies: Sar and his enigmatic new partner. Only, as the gem’s mysteries are revealed and danger draws near, Kivita begins to wonder if her ex has truly changed, or if he’s just waiting for the right moment to betray her once again…

"Punk's Force is a high-octane, brutally authentic look at the future of naval warfare, where hypersonic threats, cutting-edge tech, and human betrayal collide. Fast, sharp, and unflinchingly real, this one hits like a missile."—Jack Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Sky Mourning  In the electrifying fourth novel of the Punk Series, Adm. “Punk” Reichert must prove that the Navy’s newest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), can survive a hypersonic missile attack. Punk assembles a formidable team of former squadmates and brilliant engineers to deploy a cutting-edge, directed-energy weapon, leveraging the latest in machine-learning technology for battlefield supremacy. Yet, as he battles bureaucratic obstacles and personal crises—including his wife’s cancer diagnosis—he soon realizes that something far more sinister is afoot. A ruthless tech magnate with a vendetta, a traitor in Punk’s ranks, and an elaborate scheme to dismantle traditional sea power all threaten the very future of naval warfare. Will Punk’s crew rise to the occasion and secure their legacy, or be lost to the tides of technology?

In the electrifying fourth novel of the Punk series, Admiral a Punka Reichert faces a critical mission that could redefine naval warfare. With the future of the USS Gerald Forda "e;and the entire aircraft carrier programa "e;hanging in the balance, Punk must prove that Americas pride can defend itself against the most advanced hypersonic missile threats. If he fails, long-range bombers may replace carriers, and the Navys legacy will be forever altered.Tasked with Operation Blue Aegis, Punk assembles a formidable team of former squadmates and brilliant engineers to deploy a cutting-edge directed-energy weapon, leveraging the latest in machine learning technology for battlefield supremacy. Yet, as he battles bureaucratic obstacles and personal crisesa "e;including his wifes cancer diagnosisa "e;he soon realizes that a far more sinister plot is unfolding. Enter Justin Wolfe, a ruthless tech magnate whose ambitions stretch from machine learning to supplying drones to terrorist groups. Wolfes vendetta against the Navy drives him to orchestrate an elaborate scheme involving a traitor within Punks ranks. With the stakes escalating, Wolfe will stop at nothing to see the Ford sunk, believing it will usher in a new era where technology reigns supreme over traditional military might. As tensions rise, Punks team grapples with internal conflicts and the shocking murder of a young engineer, heightening suspicion and anxiety. With only one directed-energy weapon at his disposal, Punk fights to maintain focus and morale among his team as they prepare for the test of a lifetime. On the day of the operation, chaos erupts as Wolfe hacks the Air Forces systems to launch live hypersonic missiles at the Ford. The Navy and Air Force engage in a high-stakes showdown off the California coast, pitting the best pilots against the clock. In a heart-pounding race against time, Punk must rely on his leadership and the unwavering spirit of his team to counter a barrage of missiles that threaten to annihilate everything theyve worked for. Punks Force is a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. As Punk navigates the storm of treachery and innovation, he learns that in the face of unprecedented threats, it is the human connection and teamwork that ultimately lead to victory. Join Punk and his allies in this thrilling installment, where every decision can mean the difference between survival and destruction, and the future of naval warfare hangs by a thread. Will they rise to the occasion and secure their legacy, or will they be lost to the tides of technology? The answer awaits in Punks Force.

An epic debut set on the edges of space, where one botched job could mean death—or so much worse…Wanderlust runs in Kivita Vondir’s blood. She dreamed of salvaging like her father when she was young, and now it’s her addiction, getting her through pit stops filled with cheap alcohol and cheaper companionship and distracting her from her broken heart.Her latest contract to hunt down a fabled gemstone is exactly the kind of adventure she craves. But this job is more than meets the eye. For one thing, her duplicitous employer has hired rebel Sar Redryll—Kivita’s former lover—to stop her at any cost. For another, Kivita’s recovery of the relic unleashes in her powerful new abilities. Abilities that everyone in the Cetturo Arm—human, alien, and in-between—desperately wishes to control…As she avoids a massive galactic manhunt, Kivita teams up with two unlikely allies: Sar and his enigmatic new partner. Only, as the gem’s mysteries are revealed and danger draws near, Kivita begins to wonder if her ex has truly changed, or if he’s just waiting for the right moment to betray her once again…

"Punk's Force is a high-octane, brutally authentic look at the future of naval warfare, where hypersonic threats, cutting-edge tech, and human betrayal collide. Fast, sharp, and unflinchingly real, this one hits like a missile."—Jack Carr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Red Sky Mourning  In the electrifying fourth novel of the Punk Series, Adm. “Punk” Reichert must prove that the Navy’s newest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78), can survive a hypersonic missile attack. Punk assembles a formidable team of former squadmates and brilliant engineers to deploy a cutting-edge, directed-energy weapon, leveraging the latest in machine-learning technology for battlefield supremacy. Yet, as he battles bureaucratic obstacles and personal crises—including his wife’s cancer diagnosis—he soon realizes that something far more sinister is afoot. A ruthless tech magnate with a vendetta, a traitor in Punk’s ranks, and an elaborate scheme to dismantle traditional sea power all threaten the very future of naval warfare. Will Punk’s crew rise to the occasion and secure their legacy, or be lost to the tides of technology?

In the electrifying fourth novel of the Punk series, Admiral a Punka Reichert faces a critical mission that could redefine naval warfare. With the future of the USS Gerald Forda "e;and the entire aircraft carrier programa "e;hanging in the balance, Punk must prove that Americas pride can defend itself against the most advanced hypersonic missile threats. If he fails, long-range bombers may replace carriers, and the Navys legacy will be forever altered.Tasked with Operation Blue Aegis, Punk assembles a formidable team of former squadmates and brilliant engineers to deploy a cutting-edge directed-energy weapon, leveraging the latest in machine learning technology for battlefield supremacy. Yet, as he battles bureaucratic obstacles and personal crisesa "e;including his wifes cancer diagnosisa "e;he soon realizes that a far more sinister plot is unfolding. Enter Justin Wolfe, a ruthless tech magnate whose ambitions stretch from machine learning to supplying drones to terrorist groups. Wolfes vendetta against the Navy drives him to orchestrate an elaborate scheme involving a traitor within Punks ranks. With the stakes escalating, Wolfe will stop at nothing to see the Ford sunk, believing it will usher in a new era where technology reigns supreme over traditional military might. As tensions rise, Punks team grapples with internal conflicts and the shocking murder of a young engineer, heightening suspicion and anxiety. With only one directed-energy weapon at his disposal, Punk fights to maintain focus and morale among his team as they prepare for the test of a lifetime. On the day of the operation, chaos erupts as Wolfe hacks the Air Forces systems to launch live hypersonic missiles at the Ford. The Navy and Air Force engage in a high-stakes showdown off the California coast, pitting the best pilots against the clock. In a heart-pounding race against time, Punk must rely on his leadership and the unwavering spirit of his team to counter a barrage of missiles that threaten to annihilate everything theyve worked for. Punks Force is a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. As Punk navigates the storm of treachery and innovation, he learns that in the face of unprecedented threats, it is the human connection and teamwork that ultimately lead to victory. Join Punk and his allies in this thrilling installment, where every decision can mean the difference between survival and destruction, and the future of naval warfare hangs by a thread. Will they rise to the occasion and secure their legacy, or will they be lost to the tides of technology? The answer awaits in Punks Force.