Tipping Point
The War with China - The First Salvo
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Publisher Description
Embark on a Thrilling Naval Adventure in Tipping Point
Facing pressure both at the helm and in the political arena, Captain Lenson finds himself combating an array of formidable challenges. From defending his controversial command decisions before Congress to managing a divided crew aboard the antiballistic-missile accommodative USS Savo Island, Lenson's resilience and resolve are constantly tested.
As Lenson steers his ship across the pirate-infested waters of the Indian Ocean, a darker threat looms large on board: an unknown perpetrator assaulting female crew members. However, the stakes escalate significantly when an imminent theater nuclear war between India and Pakistan draws him into an explosive showdown. With the Savo Island's unique but nascent missile interception capabilities as their only shield, Lenson and his crew stand on the frontlines of a seesawing balance of power.
Tipping Point brilliantly captures the dynamics of military confrontation and the indomitable spirit of camaraderie among soldiers, creating an unforgettable experience for fans of maritime narratives and thrillers alike.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
In Poyer's engrossing 15th Dan Lenson novel (after 2014's Cruiser), the skipper of the USS Savo Island faces challenges as old as those confronted by Horatio Hornblower and as new as the latest military sexual harassment charge. In particular, Lenson, a capable officer who wears the Medal of Honor, must explain to the politicians in Washington, D.C., why he chose to shoot down an Israeli missile during an incident while on duty in Middle Eastern waters. On the personal side, he's having problems with his wife, Blair, who's running for Congress. Back at sea, sexy, sandalwood-scented Lt. Amarpeet "Amy" Singhe, Lenson's strike officer aboard the Savo, isn't helping him concentrate on his mission, which takes him from the Indian Ocean, where India and Pakistan are at odds, to the South China Sea, where the Chinese are aggressively expanding their influence. Lenson must also contend with attacks on female crew members. While readers may be upset by the nonending, they'll certainly look forward to the next entry in this series that sets the standard for naval action thrillers.
